, 79, formerly of Derby Line, died peacefully after several years of failing health on November 5, 2010, at the Broadview Nursing Centre in Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada. Born in Hull, Yorkshire, England, Mr. Atkin graduated from the University of Manchester, studied Russian at Cambridge University as a member of the British Army's Intelligence Corps, and worked for a time for the Bank of England in Egypt and Iraq. He immigrated to Canada in 1956 and lived in Vermont from 1969 through 1982, where he worked for the Butterfield Division of Litton Industries. He was a kind, gentle, scholarly man who loved his family, his pets, history (he was an active member of the local historical society in the towns in which he lived), reading, and his church. Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Jacqueline (DuBois) Atkin; three children: Susan McGinn and her husband, John, of Texas, Jennifer Vinkler and her husband, Randy, of North Carolina, and Michael Atkin and his wife, Julie, of Ontario; six grandchildren: Colin McGinn, Sarah McGinn, Brett Vinkler, Rachel Vinkler, Meagan Wychopen, and Aly Wychopen; and four siblings: Mary Falvey, Tessie McSherrie, Monica Hill, and Francis Atkin. He was predeceased by his parents and by his sister Margaret Coyle. A Mass was celebrated on November 23, at St. Francis de Sales Church in Smiths Falls, and burial was at St. Michael's Cemetery in Fitzroy Harbour, Ontario. In memoriam donations to the Smiths Falls Historical Society, or to L.A.W.S. (Lanark Animal Welfare Society) would be appreciated by the family.

, 93, of Derby Line died peacefully on November 16, 2010, in Newport. She was born on January 9, 1917, in Springfield, a daughter of Philip and Sarah (Stafford) Whitney. On June 29, 1946, she married Roger Beadle who predeceased her on May 15, 2003. Mrs. Beadle graduated from Springfield High School, and in 1940 she graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelor of science degree in education. She was a home economics teacher at the former Newport High School, Derby Academy, Hinesburg High School, North Troy and Newport Center High School. She retired from North Country Union High School and North Country Union Junior High School. She led a very active life and was a volunteer at North Country Hospital for over 20 years. She also volunteered at the Derby Elementary School kindergarten class and at the Old Stone House Museum for several years. Mrs. Beadle enjoyed sewing, gardening, downhill and cross-country skiing, and she was always cooking. She enjoyed her family and friends very much. She is survived by two children: Keith Beadle and his wife, Diane, of Derby Line, and Janice Beadle of Troy; two grandchildren, Gregory Beadle and his wife, Jaime, of Somerville, Massachusetts, and Jessica Dutter and her husband, Michael, of Negaunee, Michigan; by a great-granddaughter, Faith Dutter; by a brother, Donald Whitney, of Springfield; by a sister, Harriet Dodge, of Boca Raton, Florida; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol Beadle, in 1968; a brother, Rollin Whitney; and by two sisters, Margaret "Peg" Bazenbrook and Mildred Massello. Funeral services were held at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport on November 19, with the Reverend Martha Peck officiating. Interment followed in the Newport Center cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Red Cross, 29 Mansfield Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401-3323.

, 85, of East Albany died peacefully in Morrisville with his family by his side early Sunday morning, November 21, 2010. He was born February 7, 1925, to John J. and Ann (Dennison) Sinon. He was the youngest of nine children and was born in the house in which he lived all of his life and where he raised his family. He was a communicant of St. John of the Cross Church. On June 26, 1952, he married "the girl next door," Pauline Daniels, at St. John of the Cross, a church that he loved dearly. Besides his wife of 58 years, he was blessed with four daughters who survive him: Beverly Duchesneau and her husband, Phil, of East Albany, Donna Willoughby of Newport, Kathy Lay and her husband, Doug, of Newport, and Madelyn Sinon and her boyfriend, Mike Manning, of Morrisville. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Steven Martineau and his wife, Toni, of Virginia, Ann Gonyaw and her husband, Steve, of Derby Line, Heidi Willoughby of Alaska, Devin Lay of Newport, Derick Lay of Newport Center, and Aaron Duchesneau of Jericho; by two great-grandchildren: Abigail and Benjamin Gonyaw; brothers-in-law Paul Daniels and his wife, Nancy, and Alfred Daniels; sisters-in-law Marie Ferguson and Alice Locke; and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John J. and Ann Sinon; four brothers: Charles, Ralph, Walter, and James Sinon; and by four sisters: Alyce, Florence, Lena, and Madelyn and their spouses. Although Mr. Sinon had to struggle daily for the last several years, he was a proud Irishman who lived a very rich and full life. He worked hard and shared his wit, wisdom and Irish humor with everyone he met. He often proclaimed, "I'm going to be buried in my dump truck." He was a strong pillar of his community. He had more than enough love to share with everyone, including his many cherished friends. Through the years, Mr. Sinon also "adopted" as family members Kevin Pope and Lucy Lahue. He loved his homestead, traveling, which included going twice to Ireland, snowmobiling, driving along any unexplored back road, and sharing long visits with his many friends. After many years on the family farm, he worked as an auto mechanic, insurance agent, milk truck driver for his brother, and a bulk syrup buying agent. He ran his own excavating, plowing, and paving business for many years. After retiring in 1980, he began a new hobby with a small fleet of school buses which he had for eight years. He held memberships with the 251 club, the 4-H camp board, an Orleans County fair director, a member of Tops, and the Creek Runners Snowmobile Club. Some of Mr. Sinon's proudest accomplishments were acquiring his GED as an adult, serving as treasurer of the Vermont Democratic Committee, receiving an invitation to President John Kennedy's inaugural ball, and attending Governor Philip Hoff's inaugurations. In recent years he enjoyed his winter home in Florida, but he was also always anxious each spring to come home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 24, at St. John of the Cross Church in East Albany with the Reverend Sixmund Nyabenda and the Reverend Charles Davignon celebrating a Mass. Interment will follow in St. John of the Cross Cemetery in East Albany. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Paul's School, St. Paul Lane, Barton, Vermont 05822.

, 65, of Stannard died peacefully at his residence on November 12, 2010, with his wife at his side. He was born April 10, 1945, in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, a son of the late Frank and Jean (Flint) Colson. He attended Old Orchard public schools and Randolph High School in Randolph. On August 24, 1964, he entered the U.S. Navy, serving his country in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged on August 9, 1968. On October 23, 1965, he married Leslie Virginia Ryan in Michigan. Mr. Colson worked for many years as a machinist. He retired in 2007. He was a member of the American Legion Post #7 in Hardwick and the zoning administrator for the town of Stannard. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, outdoor activities, and walks through the woods. Other enjoyments included Saturday night dances with family and friends. Survivors include his loving wife of 45 years, Leslie; four children: Janet Brooks of Ryegate, Marsha Biller of Barre, Corrinna Colson of Stannard, and Eric N. Colson Jr. and his wife, Melanie, of Stowe; nine grandchildren: Robert Brooks, Nichole Brooks, Jennifer Verwey, Crystal Colson, Raymond Smith, Dallas Smith, Heaven Smith, Eric Colson III, and Gage Colson; four great-grandchildren: Devan Death, Aaron Verway, Kordall Brooks, and Asialynn Brooks; nine siblings: Sheila Compton of Alabama, and Michael Colson, Craig Colson, Sharon Upton, and Melissa McPhetres, all of Randolph, Lita Jesse of Kentucky, Cathy Overshiner of Oklahoma, and Dana Colson and Judy Gadway, both of South Royalton; and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Kaitlin Colson, in 1995. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 20, at 11 a.m. at the Hope Community Church in South Walden with the Reverend Ernest Machia officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Stannard cemetery in Stannard. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lamoille Area Cancer Network, P.O. Box 38, Lake Elmore, Vermont 05657.

, 92, of Lowell died on November 10, 2010, in Newport surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 23, 1917, in Lowell, the youngest of five siblings, and a son of Clarence and Edith (Lanpher) Hodgeman. On September 14, 1940, he married Joyce Cutting who predeceased him on September 8, 2005. Mr. Hodgeman was a dairy farmer for many years on the Hodgeman farm on the Hazen's Notch Road in Lowell. He was a farmer all of his life - from 1940 until the present time. He was a lister for the Town of Lowell for 20 years. He was a good, kind, and loving man, and he was a proud Vermont farmer. He enjoyed maple sugaring, cutting Christmas trees, and logging. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy as each one was special to him. He is survived by his children: Sherrill Gregoritsch and her husband, Albert, of South Burlington, Duane Hodgeman and his wife, Rebecca, of Williston, and Kevin Hodgeman and his wife, Anita, of Lowell; by daughters-in-law Joyce Hodgeman of Jericho and Susan Rivard of Derby; by the following grandchildren: Albert III and his wife, Tia, Mark and his wife, Susan, Christopher and his wife, Stephanie, Gregory and his wife, Kamrie, William and his wife, Betsy, Angela, Abigail and her husband, Joseph, Victoria, Matthew, Daniel, and Michael; by his great-grandchildren: A.J., Elizabeth, Justin, Kailianne, Brook, Lydia, Chance, Cooper, Caleb, and Isaac; and by several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was predeceased by a sister, Lilla Hodgeman, and by three brothers: Elwin, Marshall, and Herbert Hodgeman. Funeral services were held on November 13 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel in Newport with Pastor George Lawson officiating. Interment followed in Mountain View Cemetery in Lowell. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Town of Lowell, Playground Fund, Lowell, Vermont 05847.

, 86, died on Sunday, October 24, 2010, at his home in Vergennes. He was born July 3, 1924, in Newport, a son of Amasa and Elsie (Bartlett) Kinne. He graduated from Newport Center High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from April 29, 1943, to April 6, 1946, as an aviation radioman, third class. He was employed at New England Telephone for 36 years. He married Joyce Hisman on July 27, 1962. He was a member of the Masons and the Elks. Mr. Kinne is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joyce Kinne, of Vergennes; two children, Rob Carter and Jan Carter; four grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; two sisters, Rachel Kinne Farrar and Joyce Kinne LeBlanc; and by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother Richard Kinne. There will be no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Addison County Home Healthcare and Hospice, P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, Vermont 05753.

, 81, of Broadalbin, New York, died peacefully on Saturday, November 6, 2010, at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York. She was born in Newport on March 24, 1929, a daughter of Napoleon and Marion (Trahan) Gosselin. She grew up there where she learned French in grammar school and had many fond memories of her time at Sacred Heart being a cheerleader and playing clarinet in the school band. Mrs. Alexander attended St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing in Brighton, Massachusetts, graduating as a registered nurse, of which she was very proud. She lived in Broadalbin for the past 42 years. Mrs. Alexander worked for 44 years as a registered nurse, 28 of those at St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam, New York, providing attentive care to her patients and always advocating for them. When her children grew older, she obtained a realtor's license and sold real estate in the Fulton-Montgomery, New York, area for several years. Mrs. Alexander was a communicant of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Broadalbin and was dedicated to her Roman Catholic faith all her life. Her actions spoke more than words ever could. She was predeceased by her beloved son, David L. Alexander; a sister, Louise; and her infant brother, Eugene. Survivors include her husband, Frederic A. Alexander, whom she married on December 29, 1956; daughter Susan Avondolio of Burnt Hills, New York; son Mark Alexander and his wife, Kelly, of Waterford, New York; a brother Lawrence Gosselin and his wife, Gerry, of Venice, Florida; a brother-in-law Robert Alexander and his wife, Roberta, of Craftsbury Common; sisters-in-law Janet Alexander and Jean Hinson, both of Rutland, and Marielle Gosselin of Barre; four grandchildren: Stephen and Emily Avondolio of Burnt Hills and Meghan and Lauren Alexander of Rotterdam, New York; and by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will also be missed by her beloved cat Bella. A Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 10, at St. Joseph's Church in Broadalbin with the Reverend Thomas Morrette officiating. Interment will be in the Irasburg cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

, 77, beloved husband of Mildred, died on Thursday, November 4, 2010, after a long illness. He was born on May 5, 1933, a son of Leon and Lillian (Gilbeault) Allen of North Troy. He spent all of his life in the North Troy area with the exception of his service time in the Army. He married Mildred Mayhew in 1959. "Hub" worked for the plywood mill in North Troy for several years and also for Butterfield's and Tivoli for 32 years before retirement, at which time he drove for Rural Community Transportation and also worked for Sanel's. He loved fishing, hunting, and going camping with his wife in their motor home. He also loved to cut wood and lay it up for the winter. To the delight of his family, he always had a big garden. Besides his wife, he leaves two sons: Danny and his wife, Joanne, and Mark "Boomer" and his wife, LaDon; four grandchildren: Lee Allen and his companion, Courtney, Chantel Allen and her companion, Jesse, Heather and Nathan Allen and great-grandchild Abigail; a brother Lyle and his wife, Sue, of St. Albans; and sisters Lillian Willis of Newport, Albertine Woodard of Mansonville, Quebec, Pauline and her husband, Tom Haney, of Springfield, Massachusetts, Maxeline and her husband, Rick Mongeau, of Springfield, and Ernestine Monfette of Indiana; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by nine brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 10, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until the hour of the funeral service. Interment will follow at the North Troy Village Cemetery with military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to North Country Hospital, care of Oncology Department, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 88, of Barton, and formerly of Island Pond, died peacefully on November 2, 2010, at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. She was born on January 7, 1922, in Albany, a daughter of Harry and Alice (McNamara) Wilder. On December 13, 1939, she married Bernard Bailey who predeceased her in 1976. Mrs. Bailey was a former member of the Rebekah's and First Congregational Church in Island Pond. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching game shows, playing bingo and Scrabble, traveling and camping, volunteering at the Area Agency on Aging, and family gatherings. She is survived by her daughters: Joanne DeLaBruere and her husband, Claude, of Derby and Deborah Ahrens and her husband, Scott, of North Carolina; by daughters-in-law Eileen Bailey of Island Pond and Monique Bailey of Derby; by 11 grandchildren: David and Laurie DeLaBruere and their children Justin and Neil; Susan and Richard Tetreault and their children Haley and Patrick; Daniel DeLaBruere and Jennifer Nelson and their children Ross and Henry; Dean and Monica DeLaBruere and their children Caleb, Gracie, and Luke; Sharon and Patrick Ryan; Amber Moore and her children Sophie and Alexis; Katie Ahrens and Chris Biggs; Jacob and Steve Bailey; Peter Bailey and his companion, Katie Schueitzer; Lise and David Lussier and their children Nathan, Jessica, Aron, and Tricia; Michael and Leslie Souliere and their children Garrett and Zachary; and by two great-great-grandchildren, Trent and Lucas Simpson. She was predeceased by daughter Patricia and three sons, Jimmy, Donald, and Jeffrey; a granddaughter Courtney Ahrens; a brother Charles Wilder and his wife, Anna Mae, and her companion, Kenneth Barnes. Funeral services were held November 6 at the First Congregational Church in Island Pond with the Reverend Alan Magoon officiating. Interment followed at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the First Congregational Church, care of the Reverend Alan Magoon, 21 Middle Street Island Pond, Vermont 05846.

, 51, of Newport Center, the beloved father of Amy Rollins and Melissa Quarmby, died on Friday, November 5, 2010, at his home. He was born on May 19, 1959, in Newport Center, a son of the late Melvin and Eleanor (Frissell) Rollins. He worked for Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans for over 20 years. He enjoyed taking scenic and wildlife pictures, liked to ride his four-wheeler and basically loved being outdoors. He took great pride in his daughters and grandson and always enjoyed their visits. He especially liked spending time with his friend Ed Sargent, the "brother" he never had. He is survived by his daughters, Amy Rollins and her companion, Brandon Phillips, and their son Brandon Phillips II, and Melissa Quarmby and her husband, Dorian, all of Derby; by a cousin Colby Currier of North Troy; by his very good friend Ed Sargent and his wife, Michelle, of Newport Center. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 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 Thursday, November 11, with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Interment will follow at the Newport Center cemetery.

, 39, of Orleans died on Thursday, November 4, 2010, in Newport. Mr. Smith was born March 16, 1971, in Cleveland, Ohio, and moved to Irasburg in 1982. He graduated from Lake Region Union High School in 1989. He received his teaching certificate from Lyndon State College and a bachelor of science degree from Johnson State College. He was a teacher at Lake Region Union High School in Orleans. Mr. Smith loved fishing, hunting, and baseball, especially with his family. He was in his element guiding in the Northeast Kingdom or coaching Cal Ripken baseball. He and his father, David, ran their own guiding business, Northeast Kingdom Outfitters from 1994 through 2006. In 2003 they were presented the "Guide of the Year Award" by the Vermont Outdoor Guide Association. It was presented to them by Governor James Douglas. Mr. Smith was the beloved husband of Charity Smith; father of Michael Hunter Smith and Jacqueline Marie Lovett; son of David and Rose Mary Smith; brother of Jennifer Marie Smith-Mayo; brother-in-law to Matthew Mayo; son-in-law to Lawrence and Gertrude Burdick; brother-in-law to Michael and Beth Burdick; longtime friends of Mark and Lynn Royer; and uncle to Zach, Noah, Mara-Audrey Royer, Sophie, Celia and Sidney Burdick. He was a much loved nephew and cousin. Funeral services were held on Tuesday November 9, at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans with the Reverend Sixmund Nyabenda celebrating a Mass. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Lake Region Youth Baseball, care of Kimico Perry, 1265 Creek Road, Irasburg, Vermont 05845.

, 92, of Burlington died on Sunday, October 31, 2010. She was born on March 30, 1918, a daughter of Robert and Mamie (Uttin) Gray. Mrs. Smith was educated in West Charleston, graduating from West Charleston High School in 1935. In 1945, during World War II, she entered nursing school at Waltham Hospital in Waltham, Massachusetts, graduating as a registered nurse in 1948. On October 17, 1948, she married Almon H. Smith of Newport, where they lived until moving to Burlington in 1957. Mrs. Smith's deep love and compassion for people blessed her with many good friends and provided her with ample opportunity to fulfill a lifelong desire to be of service to others. Her many volunteer activities included work with Hospice, Meals on Wheels, serving on the visiting board of the Converse Home, and memberships in the American Association of Retired People and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church. She loved music, poetry, knitting, and cooking, and was an avid collector of thimbles. Mrs. Smith's family was dearly loved. She was predeceased by her husband, Almon, in 2003. She is survived by son Larry A. Smith, and his wife, Penny, and their children: James and his fiancee, Sarah Waterhouse, Jonathan and his wife, Lori, and Rebecca and her husband, Bob LeClaire; by another son, Evan J. Smith, and his wife, Priscilla, and their daughter Stephanie and her husband, Santiago Mallea; by three sisters: Thelma Jennings of Marlboro, New York, Marilyn Meleleu of Ludlow, Massachusetts, and Eleanor Tyler and her husband, Carl, of Newport; her brother Robert Gray and his wife, Peggy, of East Charleston; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Ruth Gelineau, in 1968. A memorial service was held at the First Baptist Church in Burlington on November 5. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the First Baptist Church of Burlington, or to the charity of one's choice.

, 70, of Lowell died on October 27, 2010, following a lengthy stay in the Medical Intensive Care Unit of Fletcher Allen Hospital in Burlington. He was born in Troy on August 21, 1940, a son of Wilfred Boudreau and Katherine Breault Boudreau. He became a self-employed master finish carpenter, a marksman in the Maine State Guard, and a member of the National Rifle Association. While living in Florida he worked as a prototype lead man at both Wellcraft and Marine Concepts. In early retirement he continued this line of work from his home in Vermont. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Craft Powers Boudreau, of Lowell; his mother, Katherine (Brault) Boudreau, of Quinebaug, Connecticut; daughters Janine Flaherty of Lyman, Maine, and Nichole Tracy, and her husband, Scott, of Buxton, Maine; daughter-in-law Laurie Boudreau and her children Traci and Gary Stanley; grandchildren Jessica Flaherty of Biddeford, Maine, Renee Flaherty of Kennebunk, Maine, and Isaac Tracy of Buxton; two great-grandchildren Kylie Minini of Biddeford and Owen Fecteau of Kennebunk; a sister Connie Thomas and her husband, Bob, of Quinebaug; by several nieces and nephews; by stepchildren: Ethel Chase and her husband, Lerry, Robert Powers, Eloise Vittum), and Nanette Bonneau and her husband, Steve; by several step-grandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren, and one stepgreat-great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his son Brian Boudreau of Waterboro, Maine, and his father, Wilfred Boudreau, of Quinebaug. Funeral services will be held at the Curtis- Britch- Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Friday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. Calling hours will be prior to the service, beginning at 10 a.m. A graveside service will follow at the Mountain View Cemetery in Lowell. Services will be conducted by the Reverend Henry Mlinganisa and the Reverend Lerry Chase. Should friends desire, donations in his memory may be made to the Missisquoi Valley Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 131, Troy, Vermont 05868.

, 79, of West Glover, died on October 30, 2010, surrounded by her husband, four daughters, and newest grandson, at North Country Hospital. Joanne, my mother, spent her life as a dedicated mother and grandmother, an unbelievable cook, a generous, caring person, and a committed advocate for peace and social justice. Born in Milton, Massachusetts, on November 28, 1930, she attended Milton Academy, where her father was a faculty member. She lost her father as a young girl. She went on to earn a bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, spent time after college helping to clear land in Finland as part of a Quaker-sponsored project to help rebuild war-torn Europe, and later earned an MSW from Columbia University, where she and her husband, John, met. She worked as a family and school social worker in New Jersey for many years, and put in countless hours working for nuclear disarmament and various efforts for peace. As a child, Mrs. Ceraso spent summers with her family in Greensboro. She fell in love with the Northeast Kingdom and later returned with her husband and four daughters to stay at the Rodgers Country Inn in West Glover for family vacations. That led Mr. and Mrs. Ceraso to buy a house for sale down the road. From 1970 to 2004, they lived in Montclair, New Jersey, and spent every summer in West Glover. In 2004 they retired year-round to the house on Rodgers Road. Mrs. Ceraso is survived by her husband, John Ceraso; her four daughters: Jane Ceraso of Acton, Massachusetts and West Glover, Laura Ceraso of Plainfield, Marion Ceraso of Madison, Wisconsin, and Karen Ceraso of West Glover; her six grandchildren: Sage and Rory Lowe of Acton and West Glover, Diego, Miguel, and Lucia Nieto of Madison, and her baby grandson Mateo Ceraso, with whom she was living until her death. She was predeceased by her sister Elizabeth Simonoff, but is also survived by her sister's husband, son and daughter, a loving sister-in-law and nephew, many cherished friends, and her beloved dog Patrick. Mrs. Ceraso will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. An informal memorial gathering is being planned by the family for November 28, which would have been her eightieth birthday. For those who wish, donations in her honor can be made to the Glover Public Library, or New Jersey Peace Action (contact the family for details). We could never have adequately prepared for losing her. She will live forever with us in spirit and her annual garden. - submitted by Karen Ceraso.

, 91, of Newport died on October 26, 2010, in St. Johnsbury. She was born January 21, 1919, in Cincinnati, Ohio, a daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Lyon) Dietz. She spent most of her life in Cincinnati before moving to California. She lived in Newport for over 20 years. She enjoyed going for walks, eating out, and enjoyed life in general. She is survived by two sisters, Eleanor Sparks of Newport and Gloria Correal and her husband, Ernie, of California; by great-nephews Robert Sparks Jr. and Ryan Cazares; by a niece Tammy Sparks; and a nephew Robert Sparks. Funeral services were held on November 1 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel with Eric Worthington officiating. Interment followed in Pine Grove Cemetery.

, 47, of Albany Village died on October 25, 2010, in Newport. He was born May 14, 1963, in Sommerville, Massachusetts, a son of Mark and Joyce (Visconti) Hornbacher. He was a hard-working man. He did some recording and made videos of local bands and was known as Bobby the Camera Guy. He toured with carnivals, and in the off season he worked with Bill Tester harvesting Christmas trees. He is survived by two sons Robert Curnane of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Kevin J. Curnane of Albany; by his parents, Mark and Joyce Hornbacher, of Albany; by his maternal grandmother, Marion Visconti, of Medford, Massachusetts; by a brother, Joseph Curnane, of Wakefield, Massachusetts; by two sisters: Corinne McDonald and her husband, Michael, of Wilbraham, Massachusetts, and Kathleen Kane-Parkinson and her husband, Gerald, of Grays Lake, Illinois; and by nine nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held on October 30 at the Albany Village Cemetery.

, 78, of Albany, died peacefully at the Bel Aire Nursing Home in Newport surrounded by her family on Wednesday morning, October 27, 2010. She was born in Albany on October 6, 1932, a daughter of Preston and Doris (Clegg) Smith. She graduated from Orleans High School. On June 22, 1953, she married Percy L. Goad who died on June 9, 1999. They made their home in Albany, where they raised their two daughters. Mrs. Goad was a member of the Albany United Methodist Church. She worked at the B&W in Orleans and a few years at Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans. She enjoyed her family, dancing, and visiting with friends and neighbors. Mrs. Goad leaves a daughter Teena Parenteau of Derby Line; a granddaughter Melanie and her husband, Jason Marquis, of Newport Center; grandson Cory Wells of Newport; six great-grandchildren: Bryanne, Shane, and Emma Marquis and Chelsea, Cody, and Nathan Wells; great-great-granddaughter Madison Tinker; three sisters: Ardys Goodwin and her husband, Glen, of Newport, Beverly Potter and her husband, Waldo, of Albany, and Martha Hilliker and her husband, Archie, of Newport; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Percy; and a daughter Debbie Goad who died July 21, 2005. A memorial service was held October 30 at the Albany United Methodist Church with Paster Nathan Strong officiating. Final interment will be in the Albany Village Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 121 Connor Way, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, 60, of St. Albans died on October 30, 2010, at his home. He was born August 2, 1950, in Barton, a son of Leon and Geneva (Sheltra) Valley. Mr. Valley was a veteran of the Vietnam War. During his lifetime he was a truck driver. He is survived by his son Ernest Valley Jr. and his wife, Jamie, of Wasawa, Japan; by three grandchildren; and by the following brothers and sisters: Richard Valley of Barton, Eddie Valley and his wife, Sandy, of Barton, Francis Valley and his wife, Nancy, of Barton, David Valley of Barton, Maurice Valley and his wife, Ellen, of Barton, Priscilla Parsons and her husband, Jerry, of Athol, Massachusetts, Madelyn Krohn of New Port Richey, Florida, and Rachel Saulmon of Barton; by nieces and nephews; and by dear friend and companion, Norma Murray, of St. Albans. He was predeceased by a brother Norman and a sister Lorraine. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston,Vermont 05495.

, of Island Pond, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2010, at the Bel Aire Nursing Home in Newport with family by his side. He was born June 6, 1922, in Holland, a son of Homer and Ruth Walker, and moved with the family, including siblings Ruby, Joyce, and Harold, to Island Pond when he was about 13. Mr. Walker reached the rank of U.S. Army master sergeant, serving in World War II and Korea, both campaigns in Europe, and retired from service in the National Guard. He served in World War II for 100th Division, K Company, and endured 140 days on the front line as a runner "without a scratch." He was most proud of his combat infantry badge, and his two bronze stars, including one for valor. Mr. Walker worked on the railroad, then started as a laborer, but retired after 30 years a foreman, at the Island Pond Agency of Transportation Garage, District 9. Ever giving of his time and resources for veterans, he was former commander of VFW Random Post #2309, and was very active in the American Legion Brighton Post #80. Mr. Walker led parades in Island Pond for 50 years - a tribute to the respect he held for veterans, Island Pond, and the U.S. He served 25 years on the Brighton Volunteer Fire Department. He was the first president of the Brighton Snowmobile Club, and continued on to pull drags and operate the groomer for the club in later years. He loved to visit with his friends, and would sing to anybody who would listen or blush accordingly. He worked his entire life, giving everything of himself for his family. He never complained of hard times, cold times, or doing without, regardless of his childhood in the Depression, time on the front line, and a career of hard work. He was always grateful for what he had, and enjoyed life for its relationships above the material goods. Mr. Walker's spirit now rests with his first wife, Arline (Riggie), son Robert, sister Ruby, and brother Harold, He is survived by his daughter-in-law Connie; grandchildren Ryan, Kyle, and Stephanie; great-grandchildren Ella, Evelyn, Eliza; his wife Pauline (Haines), and her children Debbie, Jill, Susan, and Ronald; and by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A graveside service with military honors was held October 30 at Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond.

, mom, grandma, great-grandma, friend, confidant, instigator of classy adventure, and inspiration to many - the 92-year-old wonder is gone. She was a big presence in a tiny body. A native of Tarrytown, New York, and Naples, Maine, and a graduate of Connecticut College, Mrs. Winfield approached people and the world with generosity, curiosity and enthusiasm. As a young woman, she was a pilot of float planes in Maine and proudly flew one soldier to Boston from rural Maine during World War II. Later, as a housewife and mother in suburban New Jersey, she was a Brownie and Cub Scout mom. In the mid-sixties she became a hip, single, working woman in New York City. In New York, she made lifelong friends from all walks of life, continued her education with comparative religion courses at Fordham University, and was also an active member of the All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church. For a short time she danced with Martha Graham and remained a lover of her art. Mrs. Winfield talked and wrote her way into places and things, and the people she loved, and blossomed in the bustle and glamour of the city. She was executive secretary for Rudolf Bing, director of her beloved Metropolitan Opera in New York. She was also a public relations professional for many years at the Museum of Natural History in New York. She was an avid traveler with friends from all over the world. In the 1980s she followed her daughter and family to Newport. At the age of 70, she went to Kripalu and became a yoga teacher, opened a bed and breakfast and yoga studio in Newport, and wrote for the local paper. She continued to visit her beloved Echo Lake in East Charleston, where she indulged her love of (and skill in) swimming. Then she chose Burlington as her favorite place, where she held court at the musicale/salon/gatherings in her apartment and served her renowned martinis. She had her own radio show and became a well-known and well-loved frequenter of many local fine food and clothing establishments. A member of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington, she offered yoga to both the "minimums" (ages three to six) and the "maximums" (over 55) in the congregation and community. Her friendships were diverse and always fun. Her adventurous spirit, broad experience, and sense of humor and sparkle inspired friends of all ages and from all walks of life. A joyous spirit has left us and it is our job to keep her alive in our hearts and minds. Mrs. Winfield leaves behind two children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. There will be a memorial celebration and potluck meal at Madeline Winfield's home in West Charleston at 1487 Gratton Hill Road on Saturday, November 6, from 1 to 6 p.m. Contributions in her memory can be sent to the charity of one's choice.

, 61, of Newington, Connecticut, died on Monday, October 18, 2010, at St. Francis Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Edward Young Jr., for 41 years. Born in Barton, a daughter of the late Robert Chapdelaine and Beverly (Barry) Chapdelaine of Irasburg, she lived in Newington for the last 43 years. Mr. and Mrs. Young operated the Young farm in Newington for many years. She was a member of the First Bible Baptist Church in Plainville, Connecticut. She was actively involved in church ministries including the First Bible Youth Camp, the youth camp for kids with autism in Vermont, and participated in mission trips to Zambia and Romania. She was born again into the family of God on April 29, 1980. Besides her husband and mother, she leaves her son and daughter-in-law Edward Young III and Nancy of Tolland, Connecticut, and her daughter Cinnamon M. Young of Newington; grandchildren Julia Young and Edward Young IV; her brother Gerard Chapdelaine of Brownington; three sisters: Iris Chapdelaine of Hardwick, Merri Lou Boisvert of Barton, and Shari Vasquez of San Jose, California; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Wilfrid, Michael, and James Chapdelaine. Her family is grateful to the Masonic Care Partners Hospice team and the Oncology Hospice care on the eighth floor of St. Francis Hospital for all the special care and compassion they gave Mrs. Young during her stay there. Funeral services were held at the First Bible Baptist Church in Plainville with Pastor Thomas D. Benson officiating. Burial was in West Meadow Cemetery in Newington. Memorial donations may be made to the First Bible Baptist Church Children's Ministries, P.O. Box 644, Plainville, Connecticut 06061.

, 83, of Newark died on October 28, 2010, at his home. He was born October 25, 1927, in Bethlehem, Connecticut, a son of Fred and Elizabeth (Cook) Zeigler. On May 3, 1945, he married Evelyn Radaskie who predeceased him on January 1, 1985. He entered the U.S. Army where he was a veteran of World War II. During his lifetime he was a machine operator for the New Milford Foundary in New Milford, Connecticut. His hobbies included gardening, working on his property, and helping his neighbors. He is survived by his six daughters: Jane Thompson and her husband, Richard, of Barre, Susan Laplante of Clayton, North Carolina, Ruth White and her husband, Pat, of New Richie, Florida, Peggy (Marguerite) Marckres and her husband, Lyle, of Irasburg, Patricia Scott and her husband, Lonnie, of Texas, and Linda Hanwich and her friend, Robert, of Berlin, New Hampshire; 19 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; by sisters Alice Walton of Colorado and Betty Notaro of Georgia; by very good friend Joyce Cross of Newark; and by numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held on November 2 at the South Cemetery in Bridgewater. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 37 Elmwood Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401.

died on October 17, 2010, in Newport. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 6, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel at 37 Lake Road in Newport with the Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Hill Cemetery in Derby. The family asks that those who wish to remember her contribute to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.