, 62, of Newport died on August 31, 2010, in Newport. He was born May 23, 1948, in Northfield, a son of Edward and Flora (Phillips) DeLude. He graduated from Montpelier High School in 1966 and attended UCLA Berkeley in California where he received a master's degree in behavioral psychology. He was a well known personal accountant. He served time in the U. S. Air Force and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was an avid sports fan, and he enjoyed bowling, fishing, golfing, and traveling. He is survived by two daughters: Jamie DeLude and her husband, Juan Aristizabal, of Malden, Massachusetts, and Jasmine DeLude of Lyndon Corner; by a granddaughter, Juliana Gentley; by his beloved companion of seven years, Normie Gagne, of Newport; by her two sons: Alain and Donald Berube; by his two sisters: Mary Clifford of Northfield and Diana DeLude of Montpelier; by his nieces April DeLude and Crystal Barrows; by his nephews Eric Clifford and Bryson DeLude; and by his dog Misty as well as several close friends. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to North Country Hospital, Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 90, of Derby died on September 1, 2010, in Newport. She was born April 23, 1920, in Orleans, a daughter of Elmer and Greta (Dunham) Hilliard. On December 14, 1940, she married Phil Drake Sr. who predeceased her in 1996. Mrs. Drake was a member of the Navy Grange and the American Legion Auxiliary where she was also past president. She hooked and braided rugs, and she also hooked Currier and Ives pictures into rugs and sewed for many different people. She enjoyed growing flowers, and she was a caregiver for several different family members. She enjoyed her independence, including obtaining her driver's license at the age of 70. She was delighted with family gatherings and visits. She is survived by her children: Phil Drake and his wife, Theresa, of Newport, Marvin Drake and his wife, Barbara Strich, of St. Johnsbury, and Gary Drake and his wife, Alice, of Fletcher; by seven grandchildren: Amanda Kennedy and her husband, Todd, of Virginia, Abbey Drake of Vermont, Paula Gratton and her husband, Ronald, of Vermont, Scott Drake of New York, Douglas Drake and his wife, Tammy, of North Troy, Rhonda Drake of Vermont, Zander Drake and his companion, Elizabeth Rowley, of New Hampshire; five great-grandchildren: Tia Drake of Newport Center, Nathaniel Drake of North Troy, Emma Drake of North Troy, Paul Kennedy of Virginia, and Josephine Drake of Bethlehem, New Hampshire; and by a sister Dorothy Whipple of Newport. She was predeceased by two brothers, Maynard and Warren Hilliard. Funeral services were held on Sunday, September 5, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home with the Reverend Robert Cargill officiating. Interment followed in the Derby Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to PALS of Vermont, Association for the Blind, 60 Kimball Avenue, South Burlington, Vermont 05403.

, 86, of Derby died on September 2, 2010, in Newport. She was born June 25, 1924, in Kateville, Quebec, a daughter of Albert and Florence (Paquette) Mongeau. On August 21, 1948, she married Armand Gagner who predeceased her in 2002. Mrs. Gagner was very dedicated to her husband of over 50 years, and she loved caring for her family. She is survived by her children: Robert Gagner and his wife, Lisa, of Ascutney and Jocelyne Capron of Derby; by seven grandchildren; by four great-grandchildren; two brothers: Gaston Mongeau and his wife, Wanita, of Quebec and Valdor Mongeau and his wife, Denise, of Stanstead, Quebec; by three sisters: Claire Prince of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Aline Cloutier and her husband, Real, of North Carolina, and Fernande Langevin and her husband, Adrien, of Montreal, Quebec; and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by a brother, Lawrence Mongeau, and by a sister, Realta. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8, at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Derby Line where a Mass will be celebrated. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on September 8 from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow in St. Edward's Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to North Country Hospital, care of Diana Hamilton, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 80, of Clarendon died peacefully on September 4, 2010, at the Rutland Regional Medical Center with all her children and family members by her side, following a long illness. She was born on June 3, 1930, in West Glover, a daughter of Roy and Anna (Diette) St. Onge. She had three sisters and two brothers. She went to Barton Academy. She married Ralph Francis Loomis Sr. on September 30, 1950, and they had six children together. In 1978, Mr. and Mrs. St. Onge established Walker Mountain Sales and Service in Clarendon. For the past 18 years they worked side by side with their son Roger who will carry on the family business. Mrs. Loomis loved sewing, making quilts, snowmobiling, and reading. She had a passion for canning and for photo memories. She was a member of the St. Patrick's Church. She loved and looked forward to family gatherings and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Survivors include two daughters: Gail Foust and her husband, Calvin, of Jamestown, New York, and Geannine White and her husband, Charlie, of Tinmouth; four sons: Ralph (Jinx) Loomis Jr. and his wife, Nancy, and Roy Loomis and his wife, Amy, all of West Rutland, Roger Loomis and his wife, Kelly, and Ross Loomis and his wife, Wendy, all of Shrewsbury; 18 grandchildren: Sarah, Ashlee, Casey, Samantha, Cy, Jody, Jessie, Chelsea, Alexis, Kaylin, Brendon, Josh, Kiera, Ryan, Mitchell, Logan, Jordan and Alyssa; five great-granddaughters: Sadie, Lauren, Maddison, Lacey and Gavyn; one great-grandson, Hunter; with another great grandson Colton on the way; a sister Vi Adams of Texas; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband on September 6, 2009, also by two sisters Kay Sheehe and Edna Hill; two brothers Charles St. Onge and Fred St. Onge. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8, at the Rutland-Aldous Funeral Home, 44 North Main Street, Rutland. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at the St. Patrick's Church in Wallingford. Burial will follow in the East Clarendon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

, 84, of Citrus Springs, Florida, died on September 1, 2010, at his home. A native of Derby, he was born August 9, 1926, a son of Guy V. and Luella (Tice) Robbins. He was a retired supervisor and machinist for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft. Mr. Robbins served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946 and was a life member of the Edward Penno VFW Post #4864 of Citrus Springs. He was a 46-year member of American Legion Post #197 in Marlborough, Connecticut, and a member of LST 494 Organization of World War II Shipmates. One of his great loves was golf, and he was a member of the Citrus Springs Golf and Country Club and a former member of the Chanticlair Golf Course in Colchester, Connecticut. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Bertha H. Robbins, of Citrus Springs; his sons Randy G. Robbins of Citrus Springs, Alan D. Robbins and his wife, Linda, of Andover, Connecticut, and William S. Robbins and his wife, Laurel, of Marlborough; by a brother Milton Robbins and his wife, Beverly, of Meridianville, Alabama; by sisters Frances Taylor and Ruth Marsh, both of Derby, and Marion Bates of Bradenton, Florida; by seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was predeceased by a son Gregg Robbins, in 1954, and a great-grandson Brandyn Robbins in 1999. A memorial service will be held on September 13 at the Fero Funeral Home in Beverly Hills, Florida.

, 84, died on August 29, 2010, at his home in Green Valley, Arizona, from congestive heart failure. He was born July 23, 1926, in Winooski. He married Kathleen (Kitty) Cook on June 19, 1954. They lived in Essex Junction and Morgan before retiring to Green Valley. Mr. Sprout served in the Marine Corps in World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 38 years, ending his career as postmaster in Essex. Mr. Sprout was a dedicated family man. He spent many years coaching and supporting sports in the Essex Junction area. His lifelong passion for trout fishing earned him many friends, especially along the banks of his favorite fishing river, the Willoughby. He was a proud member of American Legion Post #23 of Orleans and was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans of Orleans County #22. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Harriet; his brothers Frank and Charles; and his sisters Anne, Betty and Charlotte. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, of Green Valley; his sons Greg and his wife, Donna, of Bluffton, South Carolina, and Jeffrey and his wife, Elizabeth, of Underhill; by daughter Cynthia of Tucson, Arizona; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and special nephew Roger Elkins. There will be a celebration of his life during the spring trout run on the Willoughby River with details at a later date. If friends should desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Ed Weed Fish Hatchery of the Vermont Fish and Game Service.

, 23, died unexpectedly at his home in Fairgrove, Michigan, on Monday, August 30, 2010. He was born August 1, 1987, in Concord, New Hampshire, a son of Robert L. Wesoja Jr. and Shannon (Boudreau) Wesoja. Mr. Wesoja made friends everywhere he went. He spent many days, weeks, and sometimes months with Nana and Grampa Wesoja, and he enjoyed working for Gram and Pepe. He loved being in Vermont but never could stay away from New Hampshire for very long. Even after moving to Michigan with his mom and siblings, he consistently made trips back East. He loved being with his friends, making new friends, dirt bike riding, listening to country music, and four-wheeling. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Robert and Tami Wesoja Jr.; stepbrothers Cody and Connor and sister Caylin of Irasburg; his mother, Shannon Boudreau Wesoja; his brother Thomas and sister Kylie of Fairgrove; paternal grandparents Sandy and Robert Wesoja Sr. of Webster, New Hampshire; maternal grandparents Gary and Dora Boudreau of Reese, Michigan; uncles Warren, Chris and Eddie Wesoja and Shaun Boudreau, all of New Hampshire; aunt Sara Boudreau of Michigan; and many close cousins throughout New Hampshire, Vermont and Michigan who looked up to him and loved spending time with him, especially four-wheeling with Christopher and dirt biking with Clint, Michael, Casey and Corey. Step-family members were considered family to him. There will be a memorial service followed by social time and refreshments on Thursday, September 9, at 6 p.m., at the Irasburg Town Hall. Condolences may be sent to Tami and Robert Wesoja Jr., 1915 Lake Region Road, Orleans, Vermont 05860.

, 64, of Derby Line died on Sunday, August 22, 2010, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center from complications from cancer. He was born in Burlington on September 3, 1945, a son of James Ronald Bothwell Sr. and Mary Ruth Haley. Mr. Bothwell joined the Naval Reserves in 1963. In 1964 he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp and served his country honorably. His bravery in the Vietnam War awarded him many decorations including two Purple Heart medals, a Good Conduct Medal, and a Rifle Sharpshooter Medal. Upon his honorable discharge, he continued to serve his country as a U.S. Merchant Marine. He also served with the Vermont National Guard and earned his degree in criminal justice. In January 3, 2006, he retired from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection after 26 years of service. In those years he was a certified firearms instructor. Mr. Bothwell enjoyed golfing, reading, mechanics, and family. He and his wife RVed throughout the U.S. and spent the winter months in Florida. He was a member of the DAV, the American Legion, VFW, and the Eagles. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Pamela Bothwell, whom he married on October 11, 1969; by his four children: James Bothwell of Montpelier and his daughter Sadie, Brad Bothwell of Newport and his wife, Tammy, son Tanner and step-children Dillion, Bobbi, and Nick Nobaris, daughter Jennifer Lund of Bergen, Norway, and her husband, Christian, and their daughters Maia and Sofia, and son Chad Bothwell of New York City; by his sister Diane Ledoux of Burlington; his brother David Robert Bothwell of Savannah, Georgia; by his aunt Kay Lathrop and uncle Bobby King, both of Burlington; as well as several brother- and sisters-in-law, cousins, and nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at St. Edward's Church in Derby Line on August 28. He was honored by both military and U.S. Customs. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory can be made to the American Cancer Society (for pancreatic research), 55 Day Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495, or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria,Virginia 22312.

, 92, of the Newport Health Care Center and formerly of Holland, died on August 27, 2010, in Newport. He was born March 4, 1918, in Newport Center, a son of Raymond and Myrtie (Pettingill) Bowen. On November 4, 1945, he married Evelyn Graves who predeceased him on July 26, 2002. Mr. Bowen served his country during World War II. At one time, he was a driver for General Douglas MacArthur. He loved fishing and hunting with his grandsons, and he very much enjoyed working with his son on his race car. He worked at Butterfield's Tap and Die for may years and for Newport Cablevision. He also did carpentry work. He is survived by five children: Don Bowen and his wife, Rosemarie, of Orleans, Dolores Niles and her husband, Frank, of Newport Center, Deborah English of West Charleston, Winky Crowe of Derby, and Delsaye Bowen and her companion, Chris Hackett, of Derby Line; by 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Delight Sanville, on May 5, 1999; by his grandson Chad Crowe on December 30, 1993; by two brothers, Arland Bowen Sr. and Stanley Bowen; and by his sister Marjorie. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 4, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel at 37 Lake Road in Newport with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on September 4 from 10 a.m. until the hour of the funeral. Military honors will be held immediately following the service at the funeral home. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Newport Health Care Center Activities Fund, 148 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 86, of Newport died on August 28, 2010, in Glover. She was born May 30, 1924, the third child of Hawley and Marjory (Wheatley) George. She attended Thetford Academy and Lyndon Normal School and taught in Glover and Westmore. In 1947, she married Neil Brooks, who predeceased her in 1974. Over the years, she worked various jobs. In Glover, she worked at the Busy Bee, Cook's Poultry, and at the store and post office. She was also church treasurer, custodian of the church and town hall, and headed the neighborhood collections for flower memorials. She also worked in Barton at Moore's Market. After her husband's death, she moved to Newport where she acquired more friends through her employment and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In Newport she managed the senior meal site for many years. She also managed the governor's mansion while she lived there. She was a volunteer driver for Rural Community Transportation, making house calls to shut-ins. She enjoyed participation in the variety shows of old times and also the jam sessions with friends from Newport Place where she lived until she went to the Union House in Glover. She looked forward to those after being in the nursing home. She is survived by two children: Donna Dopp and son-in-law Lawrence of Barton, and Penny Brooks of Plainfield, New Hampshire; by three grandchildren: Kevin Dopp and his friend Cheryl of Derby Line, Corey Dopp Sr. and his wife, Cheryl, of Barton and Melissa Dopp of St. Johnsbury; by the following great-grandchildren: Corey Dopp Jr., Arion Dopp, Ashley and Bradley Dopp, and Jeremy Buckland; and by grandcats Gladdie, Bert, and LoulouBob; and by granddog Tootsie. She was predeceased by a son, Douglas Brooks, in 1989; by brothers Gordon and Ronald George; and by a sister, Dorothy Bacon. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 3, at the Westlook Cemetery in Glover with the Reverend Joan Vincent officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

died suddenly on August 26, 2010, in Holland. She was the devoted wife of Robert, beloved mother of Pamela Sue and Laura Ann, cherished grandmother of Danielle Laura, and dear cousin of Marion Gilmour of Toronto. She is survived by many friends and relatives in Canada. Born January 5, 1932, Mrs. lived most of her life in Buffalo, New York, and enjoyed many happy years at the family summer home on Thunder Bay, in Ridgeway, Ontario, where she was a member of the Lionesses and served on the board of the Fort Erie Figure Skating Club. Mrs. Foster liked crossword puzzles, solitaire, gardening, and hummingbirds, and she particularly enjoyed spending time with her beloved granddaughter Danielle. Services will be private. Anyone choosing to make a contribution in her memory may send it to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 24, of Newport Center died suddenly in Troy on August 29, 2010. He was born September 13, 1985, in Newport, the beloved son of Karen Hisman and the late Dean Hisman. He was employed as a grade foreman at the Vermont Site Works in Stowe. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling, and was generally an outdoors type of a guy. Mr. Hisman liked to work but especially liked to play. He was a very outgoing person who enjoyed family and friends and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone. He is survived by his mother, Karen Hisman, of Newport Center; two sisters: Jennifer Poulin and her husband, Josh, of Derby, and Joanna Hisman and her companion, Paul Patenaude Jr., of Newport Center; by his grandparents Dick and Bev Hisman of Westfield; his girlfriend Shauna Buck; his aunts and uncles: Gary and Laurie Hisman of North Troy, Larry Hisman of Westfield, Kevin Pope and his companion, Peggy Randall, of Michigan, Debbie Clark of Connecticut, and Jody Pope of Derby; and by two nieces, Mya and Star Poulin. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 2, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport where funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 3, with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Memphremagog Ducks Unlimited, care of Steve Gendreau, 3214 Route 105, Derby, Vermont 05829.

, 62, of Derby Line died on August 21, 2010, in White River Junction. He was born July 29, 1948, in Newport, a son of William and Joyce (Tobin) Kinney. On September 4, 1971, he married Diana Tice who survives him. Mr. Kinney was employed as a mail clerk at the Derby Line Post Office for 20 years. He retired in 2008. He was in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War and received two Purple Hearts. He held memberships with the Disabled American Veterans and the Military Order of the Purple Heart. His hobbies included fishing, reading, and working on his computer. He is survived by his wife, Diana Kinney, of Derby Line; by his mother-in-law Anna Tice of Derby Line; by two children: Johnathan Kinney and his wife, Andrea, of Derby and Kevin Kinney of Holland; by four grandchildren: Victoria, Makayla, Jorja and Madison; and by three brothers: Jimmy Kinney of New Hampshire, Robert Kinney of Beebe Plain, and Ricky Kinney of Lyndonville. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Ernest V. Chompany Memorial Fund in care of Ernie Emmerson, 841 Trucott Road, Derby Line, Vermont 05830.

, 72, of Newport died on August 4, 2010, in Newport. He was born August 31, 1937, in Newport, a son of Earl and Everald (Stevens) Morrow. Mr. Morrow was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and he received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Vermont. He was employed by the state of Vermont and also the town of Peacham as a janitor. He is survived by his son Daniel Morrow of Newport and numerous cousins in St. Johnsbury and the greater Newport area. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 96, of Morgan died on August 24, 2010, in Derby. She was born November 8, 1913, in Irasburg, a daughter of Alfred and Martha (Newman) Curtis. On September 28, 1932, she married Raymond Moulton who predeceased her in 1976. She was a member of the Congregational Church in East Charleston and the Home Demonstration Club. She enjoyed cooking, knitting, crocheting, and doing crossword puzzles. She is survived by her children: Charles Moulton of Morgan, Coralie Dow and her husband, Ted, of Bennington, Charlotte Poulin and her husband, Richard, of Austin, Texas, Clair Moulton and his wife, Marlene, of East Charleston, and Cary Moulton and his wife, Marylou, of East Ryegate; by five grandchildren: Kim Wilkes, Laura Stacey, Paula Poulin, Lynn Huntington, and Susan Moulton; by nine great-grandchildren: Tyler, Tiegen and Cary Moulton, Dustin and Brandon Huntington, Molly and Laura Wilkes, Megan and Erin Cruickshank, Alicia McDonald, and Jerimiah Stacey. She was predeceased by a brother, Leo Curtis; by half-brothers Homer, Ed and Eugene; by half-sister Mary Catherine Hopkins; by her grandson Scott McDonald; and by daughter-in-law Maxine Moulton. Funeral services were held on August 28 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery in East Charleston. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Derby Green Nursing Home, Derby, Vermont 05829, or to the Charleston Fire Department, 7113 Route 105, Charleston, Vermont 05833.

, 84, of Mont Vernon, New Hampshire, died on August 30, 2010, in Goffstown, New Hampshire. She was born August 26, 1926, in Hartford, a daughter of Charles and Rowena (Knapp) Preston. She married Leigh S. Smith who predeceased her. Mrs. Smith graduated from West Lebanon High School. Her hobbies included making beaded jewelry, crocheting baby outfits, and putting together jigsaw puzzles. She played in a country music band with her brother Paul for several years. She is survived by her children: Stanley E. Smith of Mont Vernon, Ellen S. Woodard of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Pamela J. Bonalumi of Las Cruces, New Mexico; by the following grandchildren: Lori Doyle of Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin, Kari Labrie of Cornish, New Hampshire, Jennifer Bonalumi of Las Cruces, and Wyatt Bonalumi of Las Cruces; by the following great-grandchildren: Rossi Doyle, Riese Doyle, and Lukus Labrie; by a brother Paul Preston of Riverview, Florida; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a great-grandson Ryan Labrie. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 21, of Walden, died on August 22, 2010, as a result of injuries sustained in a battle in Afghanistan. He was born on October 19, 1988, in Denville, New Jersey. He moved to Walden in August of 1990 with his mom. He went to Walden Elementary School and graduated from Hazen Union High School in 2007. He played soccer, basketball, and baseball throughout high school. He joined the Vermont Army National Guard during his junior year. Upon graduation, he spent one year at the University of Colorado at Boulder. In 2009, he was activated for deployment to Afghanistan. Mr. Southworth enjoyed all aspects of life. He loved to be around family and friends. He was always willing to help anyone in need. He loved children and German shepherds. He had a special love for the game of baseball and a strong need to serve his country. He is survived by his mom and dad, Julie and Michael Southworth; by brothers Matt and Robert Southworth; grandparents Zollie and Maren Altman of South Wheelock and Keith and Kathleen Southworth of West Pawlet; by aunts, uncles and cousins, who held a special place in his heart. He also leaves behind his "brothers," still deployed in Afghanistan. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 1, at 10 a.m. in the Hardwick Hazen Union gym. Interment with full military honors followed in the Main Street Cemetery Hardwick. Contributions in Mr. Southworth's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.

, 55, of St. Johnsbury died on August 21, 2010, in Lebanon, New Hampshire. She was born May 19, 1955, in Newport, a daughter of Gordon and Berdena (Macie) Maxwell. She is survived by her companion and caregiver, Stephen Valeika; her children: Ashley Hutchinson and her husband, Eric, of Missouri, Lynsey "Bryn" Whipple of San Francisco, California, and Ryan Whipple and his wife, Dana, of St. Johnsbury; her mother, Berdena Maxwell, of Derby; by her three grandchildren: Anastasia, Bella and Ezekiel, all of Missouri; by her brother Barry Maxwell of Derby; her sister Kim Choquette and her husband, Dennis, of Derby; and by nieces and nephews Sean, Cody, and Jamie Maxwell, and Matthew and Derek Choquette. Ms. Whipple loved her cat, and she had many special friends including Paulette Webster. The one thing she loved the most were her children. She was very proud of all of them. She loved people and always wanted everyone to be happy. She could find the good in everyone. If she'd been rich, she would have given a gift to everyone. She did not have a lot of hobbies but she did love to yard sale. She would find little treasures at all of them. Knickknacks, stuffed animals - they were all precious to her. The show Hoarder was probably created just for her. Funeral services were held on August 31 at the New Beginnings Christian Church in St. Johnsbury with Pastor Rick Menard officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855, or to the New Beginnings Christian Church, 72 Moose River Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.