, 78, of Norton died May 3, 2006, after a courageous battle with kidney and heart disease. Mr. Dalley was born November 8, 1927, in Moretown, a son of Winfield Scott Dalley Sr. and Helen (Phillips) Dalley. This was during the Flood of 1927 that destroyed a lot of Vermont and all of the Mad River Valley. His mother was rescued from a second story porch by boat and somehow got to Montpelier to deliver her son. He graduated from Waitsfield High School and then served in the U.S. Navy for three years. On October 4, 1950, he married Ethel Hess in Johnson. They moved to the Northeast Kingdom, and Mr. Dalley worked as an inspector for the U.S. Customs Service for 30 years in Derby Line, Island Pond, and Norton. He was a member of Island Pond Lodge No. 44 of Free and Accepted Masons for more than 40 years. Having been past master two times, he was a member of the Past Masters Association. Two years ago he received a plaque honoring him for 27 years as treasurer for the Island Pond Lodge. He was also a member of the Mount Sinai Temple and was often seen driving their Northeast Fire Brigade trucks in parades. He was active in the Lions Club for many years. He was one of the original members of the Derby club and was an officer in the Island Pond Club for many years. He enjoyed doing a lot of traveling while he held a state office. He was a member of the Newport Elk's Club for many years. While living in Island Pond he was an active worker and a trustee of the Congregational church. He served on Island Pond's industrial committee, which was responsible for bringing Ethan Allen to Island Pond. He loved the Northeast Kingdom and always enjoyed skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, and fishing. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ethel, of Norton; by his son and his wife Robert and Annette Dalley of East Burke; by their two children, Jennifer Dalley of Lyndonville and Joshua Dalley of Cleveland, Ohio; by his daughter Denise Shannon and her husband, Randall, of Plant City, Florida; by their children: Angel Shannon and Luis and Heather Shannon of Rutland; by two great-grandchildren, Heavyn and Neese Shannon of Rutland; by extended family, which includes these cherished children: Janice Wing of Burlington, Al and Sharon Canfield of Milton and their daughter Amie of Troy, New York, and the Deskins family of Holland; by three brothers: Robert of San Antonio, Texas, Phillip of Burlington, and Eugene of Phoenix, Arizona; by two sisters, Reba Bouchie of Medford, Massachusetts, and Agnes Dimmick of San Antonio; and by many nieces, nephews, and special cousins, including Donald Phillips of Williston. He was predeceased by two brothers, Neilan and Clayton. Funeral services will be private and at the family's discretion. Remembrances may be made to North Country Hospital, renal dialysis center fund, in care of Wendy Franklin, development office, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 71, of Newport died May 2, 2006, in Newport. Mrs. Coutu was born January 29, 1935, in St. Johnsbury, a daughter of Roderic Darling and Elaine (Fairbanks). Through a clerical error she lived her life with January 27 as her birthday, which is an interesting footnote to an interesting person's life. She grew up in the shadow of the Fairbanks mansion in St. Johnsbury. Her mother was a Fairbanks, but of a different branch of the family from the wealthy ones. Later, when the family moved to Lyndonville, again they found themselves with a prominent name, but with no connection to the monied Darlings. In Caledonia County, she was the poor girl with the rich names. She moved to Newport when her father was transferred to the railroad's freight office, after her freshman year of high school. At Newport High School she was active in theater and the band, where she played just about anything. She also sang in the chorus and a barbershop quartet. After high school she attended Tufts University in Boston. On June 11, 1955, she married Joseph Coutu Jr. They were married for 49 years. He predeceased her on June 25, 2003. From their union, five children and 12 grandchildren have come into this world. She is survived by her children: Daniel and his friend, Cathline Ruff, of Derby, Michael and his wife, Chieko, of Newport, Charles of Chateauguay, New York, Catherine Garrison and her husband, Steve, of Waterboro, Maine, and Ronald and his friend, Donna Tiedeman, of North Troy; by grandchildren: Hayato, Richard, Robert, Christopher, Matthew, Dawn, Stephen, Corey, Marc, and BryeaCoutu and Gretchen Garrison; and by a tremendous number of friends and extended family. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her sister Lorraine Heath and by nephew Dale Kelley. She was a mother to every child in the neighborhood, whether on Orchard Street or the Bluffs. Fiesty to the end, she never failed to accomplish whatever she set her mind to do. Her spirit and vigor set an example for her family and the community in a way that has touched lives forever. She was a musician, a knitter extraordinaire, and the founder of both the Newport and Sacred Heart alumni associations. Donations to either association would be very much in line with her wishes. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church May 6.

, 64, of Hortense, Georgia, died on April 23, 2006, after many years of suffering from a bad heart, rheumatoid arthritis, and most recently, cancer. Mrs. Collins was born September 13, 1941, in Newport Center, a daughter of Silas Scott Sr. and Mildred Bean Scott. She attended schools in Newport Center. She married Merle "Sonny" Collins Jr. on September 19, 1959. Five sons were born to this union. They lived in Vermont for a short time before making their home in Abington, Connecticut. They were later divorced. In 1992 she met her loving companion, Forest Aldrich. They moved to Georgia to start a new life. She is survived by Forest; by four sons: Timothy of Georgia, Micheal and his wife, Becky, Patrick and his wife, Kim, and Ronald, all of Connecticut; by daughter-in-law Karen of Connecticut; by 11 wonderful grandchildren; by seven sisters: Annabelle Dreher and her husband, David, and Margaret Barnes, both of Florida, Shirley Kocis of Island Pond, Charlotte Powers and her husband, Dean Sr., of West Charleston, Birdena Collins and her husband, Raymond, of Brownington, Wilma Dopp and her husband, Larry, and Maxine Corey of Newport; and by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her parents; by siblings Walter and Alice as infants; by two brothers and their wives, George and Lura and Silas "Junior" and Betty; and by her son Richard, who died in February 2004 from cancer. A memorial service is planned for June 17 at the Free Will Baptist Church in West Charleston at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Burial will be in the Newport Center Cemetery with her parents. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, P.O. Box 1460, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 78, of Orleans died in Newport on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Coe was born in Oakville, Connecticut, on August 28, 1927, a daughter of Clyde and Yvonne (Richmond) Stewart. She liked gardening, fishing, watching birds, and enjoying the outdoors with her husband, Bob. She was a generous, loving mother and grandmother who lived for her family. She delighted in their visits and gatherings. She also liked to knit and made many items for the family. On February 10, 1951, she married Robert Coe, who predeceased her on May 21, 2003. She is survived by her children: Janice Deslandes and her husband, Lionel, of Orleans, Robert Coe and his wife, Chyrl, of North Troy, and Garry Coe and his wife, Penny, of Newport Center; by her grandchildren: Heather and Paul Hodge of Orleans, Christina Deslandes of Orleans, Jessica Coe of Newport Center, and Jon and Chris Coe of Newport; by her great-grandchildren Cody and Kiara Hodge of Orleans; and by her sisters Mildred Ginnish of New Brunswick and Lucille Montgomery of Connecticut. She was predeceased by one brother and by a son, Mark, in 1979. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated May 6 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans with the Reverend Daniel Rupp officiating. Interment followed at Notre Dame Cemetery in North Troy. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Coe's memory may be made to Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 52, of Troy, beloved wife of Julien Breton, died peacefully at her home in Troy on May 5, 2006, with her family at her side. Mrs. Breton was born November 21, 1953, in Newport, a daughter of Roland and Shirley (Monfette) Amyot. She received an associate's degree as a paralegal from Champlain College in Burlington in 1994. She was a medical transcriptionist in the physical therapy department at North Country Hospital in Newport for seven years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Troy. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and especially spending time with her grandchildren. On May 15, 1982, she married Julien Breton, who survives her. She is also survived by her children Stacey Mayhew of Newport Center and Carla Poirier of Derby; by her grandchildren: Tyler, Haley, and Morgan Mayhew and Jordan and Logan Poirier; by her sisters: Susan Cote and her husband, Winston, of Troy and Annette Falconer and her husband, Rick, of Jay; and by many nieces and nephews. She was recently predeceased by her mother, Shirley Amyot, on April 27. Funeral services were held May 8 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Troy with the Reverend Jerome Mercure celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment followed at St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Breton's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, P.O. Box 1460, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 65, of Hardwick died Sunday, May 7, 2006, at his residence with his family and friends at his bedside. He was born August 20, 1940, in Colchester, a son of the late Richard and Marita (Root) Bolio. He attended Hardwick public schools and schools in Massachusetts. He entered the U.S. Army on May 17, 1962, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He served his country in Vietnam and Germany. He was honorably discharged on October 28, 1964, at Fort Dix, New Jersey. On November 4, 1967, he married HuggetteCloutier in Craftsbury. In his earlier years, he was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Seaward Construction in New Hampshire. He drove truck and for several years he logged with his brothers. Later he logged on his own. He retired in the early 1990s due to failing health. He enjoyed visiting with friends, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Huggette, of Hardwick; by five sons: Scott Bolio and Patrick Bolio, both of Hardwick, and Butch, Danny, and Timmy Jimmo, all of Bristol; by five grandchildren; by a brother, Richard Bolio, of East Hardwick; by three sisters: Mary Stratton of Mackville, Katherine Viera of New Bedford, Massachusetts, and Beverly Caples of Kissimmee, Florida; and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by two brothers, Peter Bolio Sr. and Butch Bolio. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 12, at 4 p.m. at the Northern Vermont Funeral Home in Hardwick with the Reverend John Hamilton officiating. Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 2 p.m. until the hour of the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Bolio's memory may be made to Caledonia Home Health and Hospice, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819; or to the Hardwick Fire Department, P.O. Box 1279, Hardwick, Vermont 05843.

, 85, of Newport died peacefully May 4, 2006, in Newport. Mr. Bell was born October 26, 1920, in Derby Line, a son of Hugh and Grace (Twombly) Bell. On April 6, 1947, he married Patricia Wyllie, who survives him. He graduated from Derby Academy in 1939 and from Norwich University in 1949 with a mechanical engineering degree. He was a mechanical engineer for J.M. Huber Corporation ink division for 34 years. On October 4, 1940, he entered the United States Army and was honorably discharged on August 6, 1945. He was a member of the 60th Troop Carrier Group and was decorated with the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, and European African Middle Eastern Theater Campaign Ribbon. He was scoutmaster and committee chairman of the Boy Scouts River Plaza, New Jersey, Troop No. 32 and was a life member of the Golden Rule No. 5 of Stanstead,Quebec. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling throughout the United States in their motor home. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Bell, of Newport; by three sons: James Bell and his wife, Jean, of Big Pine Key, Florida, Leslie Bell of Ocean Township, New Jersey, and John Bell and his wife, Janice, of Middletown, New Jersey; by grandchildren: Kristen Bell of Middletown, Eric Girard of Long Island, New York, and Nicole Girard of Big Pine Key; by a great-great-granddaughter, Renee Girard, of Virginia; by a sister, Dorothy Mitchell, of Merritt Island, Florida; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters Margaret Pearlman and Gwendolyn Perkins. Services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Bell's memory may be made to Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

will be held on Friday, May 12, at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Yvon Royer officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 13, at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Philip Branon officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 13, at Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Paul Prince officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 13, at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport at noon with the Reverend Philip Branon officiating.

will be held on Monday, May 15, at St. Edward's Cemetery in Derby Line at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Yvon Royer officiating.

will be held on Friday, May 19, at 10 a.m. at Westlook Cemetery in Glover with the Reverend Donald Vincent officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 13, at Westlook Cemetery in Glover at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating

, 75, of Westfield died in Newport on Tuesday, May 9, 2006. Mrs. Davis was born in Westfield on September 10, 1930, a daughter of Isadore and Alice (Graveline)Barre. On June 8, 1957, she married Harold Davis. She was a lifelong resident of Westfield. In 1991, with her husband and children, she opened and operated the Barrewood Campground in Westfield. She enjoyed cooking, doing crafts, quilting, and especially visiting with her many friends and family. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Harold; by their children: Bruce Davis and his wife, Mary, of Newport, Dianne Conard and her husband, Robert, of Merritt Island, Florida, and Terrie Davis Perry and her husband, Mark, of Westfield; by her five granddaughters: Shannon, Jennifer, Whitney, Meghan, and Alana; and by her three grandsons: Robert, Jason, and Todd. Funeral services were held May 12 at the Westfield Congregational Church with the Reverend Anne Squire officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Westfield Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Davis' memory may be made to North Country Hospital, renal dialysis center fund, in care of Wendy Franklin, development office, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

died peacefully at home on May 11, 2006. Mrs. Gardner was born in Island Pond June 26, 1931, a daughter of Avis (Rivers) and Orvale Riggie. She attended St. Mary's Academy for eight years and went on to Brighton High School where she furthered her education. She later married Russell W. Gardner. She resided in Enfield, New Hampshire, for 40 years and moved to Lebanon, New Hampshire, in 1992. She was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post No. 2571 of White River Junction. Most will remember her from opinions in local newspapers. Her interests were her family, friends, writing, and cooking. She is survived by two children, Bruce A. Gardner of Hinsdale, New Hampshire, and Susan L. Fortunati of Corinth; by one sister, Ethelwyn "Inky" Wilkie, of Connecticut; by four grandchildren: Russell A. Gardner of Enfield, Jody O. Larabee of Enfield, Tracy L. Green of Bradford, and Kendra L. Gardner of Hinsdale; by astepgranddaughter, KristieMacElman, of Bennington; by five great-grandchildren: Dylan Green, Kyle and Brandon Gardner, HunterLarabee, and Parker Cavanna; and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters: Alice Masterbone of New Britain, Connecticut, and Hazel Moultroup and Arlene Walker, both of Island Pond; and by an infant daughter, Nancy Dee Gardner. Calling hours will be held on Friday, May 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home in Lebanon. Services will be held at St. Helena's Parish in Enfield on Saturday, May 20, at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be held in Lakeview Cemetery in Enfield following the service.

, 88, of Island Pond died peacefully May 12, 2006, at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. Mrs. Rabida was born June 25, 1917, in Island Pond, a daughter of Ernest and Amanda (Morrissette) Boutin. On November 22, 1937, she married Leo Elwin Rabida, who predeceased her. She was a member of St. James the Greater Catholic Church in Island Pond and was very active with St. John the Baptist Council No. 186, serving as treasurer for many years. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, making personal items for family members, playing cards with her family members, tending to her plants, as she was known to have a green thumb, and especially spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Lucille and Lucian Major of Richmond and Helen and Steven Shedd of Milton; by her six grandchildren: Diane Bouchard and her husband, Pierre, Amy Moriarty and her husband, Tom, of Bennington, Christopher Major of Richmond, Kristy Thompson and her companion, Michael Carpenter, of New York, Brian Shedd and his companion, Nina Lavigne, of New York, and Melissa Shedd and her friend, Andy Lambert, of Milton; by three great-grandchildren: Tatum and Haley Bouchard and Grace Carpenter; by her sisters Dorothy Lapage of Verdon, Quebec, and LauriaLantendresse of St. Herbert, Quebec. She was predeceased by five brothers and five sisters. Funeral services were held May 16 at St. James the Greater Catholic Church with the Reverend William Morgan celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment followed at Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond. Should friends desire contributions in Mrs. Rabida's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Green Mountain Chapter, P.O. Box 1139, Montpelier, Vermont 05601.

, 79, of Newport died in Newport on Thursday, May 11, 2006. Mr. Gibney was born in Newport on December 19, 1926, a son of Arthur and Doris (Wheeler) Gibney. He entered the U.S. Army on March 13, 1945, and was honorably discharged on November 29, 1946. During his life he worked construction and owned and operated Gibney's taxi and moving business. He was a member of American Legion Newport Post No. 21. He enjoyed doing crossword puzzles. On January 1, 1959, he married Charlotte Bronson, who predeceased him on June 6, 2003. He is survived by his children: Joanne Daggett and her friend, Antonio Maneca, of Newport, Daniel Ross and his wife, Diane, of Newport, Dale Gibney Jr. of Newport, Doris "Dee Dee"Gibney and her friend, Todd Skinner, of Johnson, and Arthur Gibney and his wife, Jennifer, of Newport; by his sister BerdeanaBaraw of Newport; by 13 grandchildren; by 20 great-grandchildren; and by nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings: Lillian Rowe, Gordon Gibney, and IlaSpinelli. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 17, at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel on Lake Road in Newport at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from noon to 2 p.m. Interment will follow at the Lake Road Cemetery in Newport Center.

, 51, of Newport died suddenly in North Troy on Tuesday, May 9, 2006. Mr. McMichael was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, on February 11, 1955, a son of Thomas and Margaret (McLachlan) McMichael. He was employed by Olymel as vice president of sales of processed meats in the U.S. in Boucherville, Quebec, for the past 13 years. He enjoyed golfing, swimming at the beach, and skiing. On June 20, 1987, he married Karen Cesaretti, who survives him. He is also survived by his children: Rosemary McMichael of Key West, Florida, Jason McMichael and his wife, Celina, of Kennebunkport, Maine, Heather McMichael of Palmyra, New Jersey, and Ashley McMichael of Newport; and by his grandchildren Emma Burcham and AnelaMcMichael. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated May 12 at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport with the Reverend Yvon Royer officiating. Interment followed at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. McMichael's memory may be made to Sacred Heart School, 47 Clermont Terrace, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, who died January 30, 2006, at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, will be held Friday, May 26, at 10 a.m. in Fairview Cemetery in Hardwick.

, 69, who died unexpectedly February 13, 2006, at the Copley Hospital in Morrisville, will be held on Saturday, May 20, at 2 p.m. in the Craftsbury Village Cemetery. The Reverend Ernest Machia of the Hope Community Church in Walden will officiate.

, 72, of North Troy died in Burlington on Sunday, May 21, 2006. Mrs. LePage was born in Montpelier on November 26, 1933, a daughter of Vernon Sr. and Etta Mary (Brown) Kennison. She was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Newport Post No. 798 Ladies Auxiliary, the First Congregational Church of North Troy, and Newport Adult Day Services. She was an avid follower of country music and bands Country Echos and Bernie Lussier and the Craftsbury Vibrations. On August 23, 1952, she married Donald LePage, who predeceased her. She is survived by her children: Armand Sr. and Deborah West of Clifton Forge, Virginia, Peter and Donna Fecteau of Morrisville, Antonio and Mary LaBranche of Morrisville, Pauline Ellen LePage of St. Johnsbury, Donald Joseph LePage of Rochester, and Christopher LePage Sr. of North Troy; by her grandchildren: Anthony, Tawnya, Jeffery, Melissa, Andrew, Tia, Timothy, Amanda, Adam, Jessica, Monica, Nicole, Sean, Meagan, Michala, Christopher Jr., Emma, and Molly; by her brothers: Vernon "Pete" Kennison and his wife, Marjory, of Worcester, Bernard Kennison of Hardwick, Larry Kennison and his wife, Jeri, of East Montpelier, and Morris Kennison of Newport; by her companion, Walter Rivers, of Hyde Park; by her former son-in-law Michael Boisvert of Johnson; by her sister-in-law Lena Murphy of Lowell; by her brother-in-law Harvey Dunn of North Troy; by 16 great-grandchildren; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Virginia Blanchette. Funeral services were held May 25 at the First Congregational Church in North Troy with the Reverend Richard O'Hara officiating. Interment followed at the North Troy Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. LePage's memory may be made to Newport Adult Day Services, Attention Jackie, 148 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to the First Congregational Church of North Troy, North Troy, Vermont 05859.

, 89, of Clearwater, Florida, formerly of Coventry, died in Clearwater on Saturday, May 13, 2006. Mr. Hyland was born in Orleans on July 19, 1916, a son of Charles and Lena Gorham. He formerly owned and operated an antiques shop in Coventry and then Newport. He collected trains. He is survived by his brother Herbert Hyland of Greenville, Maine. He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia, in 2000. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 25, at the Coventry Cemetery at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Scott Libby officiating.

, 84, of Albany died at the home of her son Robert "Joe" Cote in Barton on Monday, May 15, 2006. Mrs. Cote was born in Eden on January 11, 1922, a daughter of George E. and Jennie (Simino) Mason. She lived a life of family and work. She worked as a caregiver for elderly people and in the potato fields. She enjoyed gardening, canning, and pickling, watching her soaps, doing puzzles, and being with her family. She leaves her children: Geraldine Dwinell and her husband, James, of Spencer, Massachusetts, Robert Cote and his wife, Carol, of Albany and Barton, Leo Cote and his wife, Peggy, of Charlton, Massachusetts, Linda Johnson and her husband, Wayne, of Carney's Point, New Jersey, and Jeanette St. Peter and her husband, Norman, of Lockport, New York; a sister Mildred Larocque of Albany; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Ione Sawyer and Marie Chaffee. A funeral service was held at the Albany United Methodist Church May 19 with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Interment followed in the Albany Village Cemetery.

, 88, of Newport died in Newport on Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Mrs. Bresette was born in Graniteville on November 14, 1917, a daughter of John and Clara (LeClair)Amedy. She was a member of the Newport Senior Center. She married Elwin Bresette on August 30, 1940. He predeceased her in 1983. She is survived by her sons: Elwin Bresette and his wife, Linda, of Stoneham, Connecticut, Michael Bresette and his wife, Linda, of Island Pond, Douglas Bresette of Montpelier, and Ronald Bresette of Tampa, Florida; by her sisters Lorraine Baker of Ocala, Florida, and Helena Nolan of Florida; by her close cousin June Faulk of Bridgeport, Connecticut; and by her grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 20 at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel in Newport with the Reverend Philip Branon officiating. Interment was in the Green Mountain Cemetery in Montpelier May 22. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Bresette's memory may be made to the Forever Young Club, 222 Main Street, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 58, of Wilder died May 2, 2006, after a long illness. Mrs. Baker was born in Irasburg on March 28, 1948, a daughter of Doris Ferrault and Antoinette BrasseurPerrault. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School and Rivier College in New Hampshire. She married James Baker on September 15, 1974, in Sunapee, New Hampshire. She was a dedicated first-grade teacher in Lebanon and Unity, New Hampshire, for 27 years. She loved to decorate her home and plant flowers for all to enjoy. She was a jolly person who will be sadly missed. She had a great love of children and learning. She leaves her beloved husband, Jim; her brother Gerard and his wife, Angeline, of Orleans; her sisters: Jeannette Poulin of Newport and Theresa Fortin and Yvette Bruneau of Orleans; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her father and mother; by her brothers Donat of Bellows Falls and George of Georgia; by her sisters-in-law: Marie Perrault, Theresa Perrault, and Roberta Baker; and by brother-in-law Tom Baker and his wife from Utah. Arrangements have been made with the Howe Library in Hanover, New Hampshire, to set up a memorial fund to purchase books in her name. For anyone who wishes to contribute, donations may be sent to the Howe Library, 13 South Street, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755.

will be held on Thursday, May 25, at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Daniel Rupp officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 27, at the Derby Center Cemetery at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 27, at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Daniel Rupp officiating.

will be held on Saturday, May 27, at Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond at 11 a.m. with the Reverend William Morgan officiating.

will be held on Tuesday, May 30, at Pleasantview Cemetery in Orleans at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating.