, 87, of the River Road, Moretown, VT died peacefully Monday, June 18, 2012, at Rowan Court Nursing Home in Barre. She was born on June 11, 1925 in Montpelier the daughter of Frank and Rose (Baker) Santor and received her education at the old Jones Brook School in Moretown . Genevieve married George Holland on August 31, 1946 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. They later moved to North Attleboro, Massachusetts. Mr. Holland pre-deceased her on June 17, 1997. They lived in North Attleboro, Massachusetts for many years and Genevieve worked as a jewelry solderer for the Webster Manufacturing Company until her retirement. After retirement George and Genevieve moved back to Vermont and built their home in Moretown. Genevieve and George had a great passion for square dancing and were members of the Side-Splitters in Massachusetts. Genevieve was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and St. Mary Catholic Church in North Attleboro, Mass. She is survived by a daughter, Rose Holland of Hooksett, NH; son, Wayne Holland and his wife, Ann, of Worcester, VT; four grandchildren, Corey Royer, Ryan Royer, Justin Holland and Chad Holland, two great grandchildren, Kasey and Marcus Holland; two sisters, Delvina Peake of Moretown, VT; Annabelle Dodge of Contoocook, NH; brother-in-law, Ervin Dodge of Moretown, VT; and many nieces and nephews. Genevieve was pre-deceased by her siblings, Adaline, Marshall, Everett, Eva, Dorothy, Frederick, Chestney, Eleanor, Virginia, Harland and Maybell. A Funeral Mass will be offered at 10:00 am, Friday, June 22nd at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 6-8 pm at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, # 120, Williston, VT 05495.

, 54, of Berlin Street, died at his home unexpectedly on December 26, 2012. He was born in Montpelier on October 12, 1958 at Heaton Hospital, the son of the late Ashley H. and Doris J. Hudson of Montpelier. Dana was a lifelong resident of Montpelier and attended Montpelier public schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1976. He attended Champlain College and earned a degree in business management. He was then employed by the Vermont Mutual Insurance Company as an underwriter for many years. Most recently he worked part time for the Noyle W. Johnson Agency. He is survived by his two sons, David Scott Hudson and his wife Ashley of North Carolina and Gregory Hudson of Burlington; a brother Bruce H. Hudson and wife Ayla^ of Montpelier. He is also survived by his former wife Debbie St. John of East Montpelier. He is predeceased by his parents and older brother Ashley M. (Skip) Hudson of Waitsfield, Vermont and another son Brent who died prematurely. Dana was a past Master of Aurora Lodge #22 F & AM, a York Rite Mason, and a past Potentate of Mount Sinai Temple #3 and a former board member of the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children in Springfield, Massachusetts. He was also a current member of American Legion Post #3 in Montpelier. In his younger years he enjoyed trapshooting, snowmobiling, and water sports and was a manager for the football team while in high school. Dana was an avid sports fan but his real love of sports was football. He enjoyed attending New England Patriots when he could or just sitting in his recliner watching any and every game he could. Friends and relatives may call Thursday, January 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home with a memorial and Masonic service beginning at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children, Springfield, Massachusetts c/o of Mt. Sinai Temple #3, P.O. Box 742, Montpelier, Vermont, 05602.

, 90, formerly of Brazier Road and Heaton Woods, and mostly recently of Woodridge Nursing Home, passed peacefully on Monday, September 17, 2012 at the Central Vermont Medical Center. He was born on January 20, 1922, in Bernardsville, NJ, the son of Clarence A. and Almida (Hoye) Hulbert. He attended Bernardsville High School On April 13, 1943, he married the late Mary Svenson in New York City. Mrs. Hulbert predeceased him on June 26, 1997. On July 8, 1942, he enlisted into the United States Navy and served his country during World War II in the Pacific Theater until his honorable discharge on November 15, 1945. Bud worked as a carpenter and also as the Superintendent of Maintenance and Construction at the Boy Scout Training Center. He retired as a supervisor in the Building Operations department for AT&T. He was a neighbor and faithfully attended the Old Meeting House Church in East Montpelier Center. Surivors include his children; daughter, Barbara Robertson and her husband Dale and their children, Dan Robertson and his family and Bruce Robertson; daughter, Gurly Hulbert Niewood, the widow of Gerry Niewood and their children, Adam Hulbert Niewood and his family and Elizabeth Niewood; son, Lloyd Hulbert, Jr. and his wife Margaret and their children, Patrice Proctor and family, Jenny Proctor LaFlesh and family, Sean Hulbert and family, and Matthew Hulbert and family. He is also survived by 14 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Donald and Alvin Hulbert. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at the Old Meeting House Church in East Montpelier Center. Committal prayers with military honors will be held privately at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph, VT. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495

, 74 of Middlesex VT, passed away peacefully at his home on September 5, 2012. He was born December 11, 1937 in Fall River, MA, the son of the late George & Pearl Hull Sr. He married Jeannette Larrabee August 6, 1960. They later divorced. On July 9,1982 he married Joanne R. Gray. He worked as a Master Plumber in the Central Vermont area until he retired in 2003. He loved spending time hunting, fishing and relaxing in the Northeast Kingdom. He especially enjoyed his time spent at the Stagger 1nn in Averill VT. Some of his favorite times included rabbit hunting with his dog and best friend Bud until he passed in 2011. His laughter and stories will be missed by all who knew “K.D.” Survivors include his wife Joanne Hull of Middlesex VT, two sons John Hull and his wife Sheryl of Barre Town VT and Robert Hull of Barre VT, two daughters Betty Sikora and her husband Patrick of East Montpelier, VT and Sue Ellen Brown and her husband Danny of North Lauderdale, FL, granddaughters, Caitlyn Hurren and her husband Kenneth, Jr, and Gabrielle Sikora, grandsons Chris Hull and his wife Caitlin, Craig Hull and his wife Lindsi, Patrick Sikora Jr, Jeremy Martin, Kyle Bellavance and Dylan Bellavance, his brother Kenneth Hull, his sisters Marlene Haines, Sylvia Miller and Janet Atkins, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Richard Vern Hull, his brothers George Hull Jr, Alton Hull and his sisters Barbara Brown and Rita Hull.

, 42, died peacefully at her home on August 18, 2012 after second yearlong battle with breast cancer. She was born in Southampton, NY on August 15, 1970 and spent her childhood in Tolland, CT. She is survived by her daughter, Molly Hutton and husband Jim Hutton, her parents, James and Carol Valek, her sister Beth Diaz and husband Jason and their children, Mia and Jayden, her mother-in-law, Christine Hutton and the late Donald Hutton, brother-in-law, Doug and wife Kim and their children, Riley and Dylan, brother-in-law, Todd and wife Sarah, and their children, Colby and Chase. Kristen graduated from Tolland High School in 1988 and the University of Rhode Island in 1992. She was the Director of Client Services for Digital Insurance in Vermont. She enjoyed everything outdoors, including running, mountain biking, skiing and camping. She was lucky enough to share her life with a loving family and amazing friends who were with her at the end. She will be greatly missed, but touched so many lives that her memory will live on forever. A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, August 22nd at 2pm at The Lodge at Millstone Hill in East Barre, VT. Please come spend some time with us to celebrate Kristen’s life. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to one of the following: the Kristen Hutton Memorial Trust to Benefit Molly Hutton, contributions may be sent to: Attorneys Woodward & Kelley, PLLC, 1233 Shelburne Road, Suite D-3, South Burlington, VT 05403 or to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

, 95, of Quaker Road in East Montpelier, died on Monday, July 16, 2012 at the Central Vermont Medical Center. She was born on December 27, 1916 in East Calais, the daughter of Cecile and Kate (Pray) Tucker. She attended schools in Plainfield and graduated from Goddard Seminary School with a degree in education. On July 3, 1947, she married Gerald A. Ibey in Plainfield. Mr. Ibey predeceased her on September 26, 2004. She worked as an elementary school teacher at the Rumney School in Middlesex and later at a one room schoolhouse in Barton, VT. She spent much of her time caring for her family. She enjoyed antiquing with her husband, working in her vegetable and flower gardens, canning, and cooking for friends and family. Survivors include her son, Paul Ibey and his wife Sue of Montpelier; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was predeceased by eight siblings. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Berlin, VT 05641.

, 88, formerly of Maplewood Ave., Barre died Saturday, August 4, 2012 at Woodridge Nursing Home. She was born in Fairhaven, MA on February 16, 1924, the daughter of Horace & Sarah (Munroe) Noble and attended schools in Cabot, Vermont. Mildred was married to Harold Devins in Cornith, VT in 1940. They had a daughter, Linda. Mildred later married Gardner E. Ibey in East Montpelier on August 31, 1980. Mr. Ibey predeceased her on April 26, 2008. Millie worked for many years as Activities Director at Project Independence in Barre, the Berlin Health & ReHab Center and also was a Nurse’s Aid at Central Vermont Hospital. She assisted her husband with daily activities in the business he founded, Rural Radio & TV. After retirement they made they home in Derby Line and Leesburg, Florida and most recently in Barre. Mildred was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church of Montpelier. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Linda Eldred of Burlington; two step-daughters, Elaine Ibey of Barre and Susan Ibey of Cabot; three step-sons, Gregory Ibey of Plainfield; DeWayne Ibey of Berlin and Andrew Ibey of East Montpelier; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Lorraine MacLeod of Barre; brother, Ernest Noble of Gaylord, Michigan; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband and a brother, Edward Noble. A Memorial Service led by Rev. Paul Habersang will be held at Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier on Sunday, August 12th at 1:30 PM. Burial will follow the service at Poplar Hill Cemetery, Route 14, North Montpelier Village. Memorial contributions may be made to Project Independence, 81 North Main Street, Barre, VT 05641.

, 85, of Bennett Mill Road, Orange, VT and formerly of Montpelier died Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Rowan Court Nursing Home. She was born in Montpelier on June 24, 1926 the daughter of Albert Earl & Helen (Ellis) Gabaree. Flora received her education in Middlesex Grade Schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. Flora worked for many years at Harry’s Department Store on the Barre-Montpelier Road. After the closing of the store she worked as a bartender at the American Legion Post # 3 where she was a life member of the Ladies Aux. and served as President. She was also a life member of the VFW Ladies Aux. # 792. She was married to Gordon Wesley Kidder. They owned and operated a night club in Council Bluff, Iowa. Mrs. Kidder is survived by two sons, Gordon Wesley Kidder, Jr. of Orange, VT; Kenneth E. Kidder of VT; a daughter, Marilyn Kidder of Florida; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is also survived by 5 brothers, Frank Gabaree, Park Gabaree, Luis Gabarre, Daniel Gabaree and Vincent Gabaree and 1 sister, Beverly Coleman. Flora was predeceased by her husband, Gordon, three sons, David Kidder; Everett Kidder; Stephen Kidder; daughter, Yvonne E. Batson; brothers, Albert E. Gabarre, Jr., Clifton Gabaree, John Gabaree and Leo Gabaree. A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, July 21, 2012 at Plain Mont Cemetery, Route 2, East Montpelier.

passed into God’s hands peacefully in her own home on Thursday February 23rd, 2012. The daughter of Richard and Louise Hartmann, she was predeceased by her husband(s) Eugene Kienzle and Erhardt Johanny. She is survived by her sister Hilda Schneider and niece Louise Smith of New Smyrna Beach, Florida; her daughter Christine Zahm and son in law Michael Zahm; granddaughter Jaime Zahm and great grandson Alexander Zahm of Montpelier, Vermont; her grandson Erik Zahm of Burlington, Vermont; great nephew Patrick Smith of Burlington, Vermont and great niece Maureen Banfield of Brooklyn, NY. Ann was born in the Bronx, New York, on December 1st, 1926. As a child she spent 3 years in Moscow, Russia with her parents. They then returned to Berlin, Germany where she resided until the end of World War II. While there she studied and graduated from Horticultural School. At the end of the war she took the first Transport steamer home to New York. In the early years of her return to this country, she worked as a nanny and met her first husband, Erhardt Johanny. In the early years of their marriage they were den parents to 20 young men at Boys Thompson in Westchester County. They then moved to Maryland’s Eastern Shore where they resided for approximately six years before moving back to the Bronx (Riverdale). She then began working for Delafield Hospital, where she was in charge of the city’s x-ray (radiation) monitoring service. They lived in Nyack for 8 years, before splitting up. She then met Eugene Kienzle and remarried before moving to Chestertown, Maryland for another 7 years. Afterwards they moved to Montpelier, Vermont to be near her daughter Christine, Michael and her grandchildren Jaime and Erik. Their home on Cutler Heights Road became a beautiful oasis as she used her horticultural training to vitalize their property. Besides her garden and home she delighted in her Garden Club, Bridge Club, and then in her great grandson Alexander. She has passed on her love of nature and baking. She will be greatly missed by all those whose lives she touched, but now happily resides in God’s garden. A May service will be held on the Eastern Shore with another to be held this summer in her garden. In lieu of flowers, please be kind enough to make donations to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, the Kellogg Hubbard Library, where she put in many hours of volunteering, or the Lost Nation Theater., a company from which she derived great enjoyment.

passed peacefully on May 18, 2012 at her home in Montpelier with her family by her side after a long illness. She was born on October 28, 1940 in West Topsham, the daughter of the late Charles A. Smith and Gladys L. (Magoon) Smith. Shirley moved from West Topsham to Montpelier in 1956. She graduated from St. Michael's High School, Montpelier and the New England Institute of Professional Photography, where she studied photographic art. On September 5, 1959 she married the love of her life, Robert L. Lizzari, Sr. at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier. In 1963 she joined the family business, Lizzari Photographic as a photographic artist, this allowed her to work from home and to be with her children. Her primary work involved a specialized craft of retouching, hand coloring, and enhancement of photographs and portraits. She received many National, New England and Vermont awards for her work in photographic art. She was a lifetime member of the Professional Photographers Association of New England, a member of the Vermont Professional Photographers Association and the Professional Photographers of America. She retired from Lizzari Photographic in 2007. Shirley loved walking, reading, playing cards, gardening and gatherings with her family and friends. She especially enjoyed winters at her home in Florida. She was a friend to all animals. Shirley is survived by her husband of 52 years, Bob, three sons and a stepdaughter. Robert Lizzari, Jr., of Montpelier, his companion Kristine Struminsky and his children, Matthew and Kristopher. Lt. Col. Richard Lizzari of Underhill, his wife Rosemary and children, Hilari and her daughter Hannah, David, Joe, and Aimee and her son Austin. Michael Lizzari of Worcester, his wife Pam and son Jason. Linda Stokes of Peacham, her husband Richard and their children Christopher and Nicole. She is also survived by her sisters Hilda Williams of West Topsham, Madeline Cutler of Montpelier and brother Philip Smith of West Topsham, his wife Janice and many dear friends, cousins, nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her daughter Vanessa Ann, her parents Charles and Gladys, her sisters Ruth Shover and Alberta Whiting, and her brother Theodore Smith. There will be no visiting hours. Her life will be celebrated in a Memorial Mass at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier at 10:00 am, Thursday, May 24, 2012. Burial in the Green Mount Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Augustine's Catholic Church, 16 Barre Street, Montpelier 05602.

died Sunday, February 12, 2012 surrounded by her family. Blanche was born on February 27, 1922. She was raised in North Warren, Pennsylvania by Joseph and Emma Anderson. After high school she moved to Buffalo, New York to attend Bryant & Stratton College where she earned an Associates Degree in business. While in Buffalo she met George MacGregor and they were married on June 28, 1947. They purchased a house in the Town of Tonawanda in 1948 where they raised their two sons Don and Tom and daughter Barbara. While in Tonawanda Blanche was an active member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, supported the Lutheran Church Home in Buffalo, and was a member of the Ladies Home Bureau of Tonawanda. She enjoyed gardening, ceramics and crafts, and collected owl figurines. She was also an avid fan of the Buffalo Sabres hockey team. Upon moving to Vermont in 2007 to live with her daughter, Barbara, who lovingly cared for her in her final years, she continued to take an interest in homemaking, reading, hockey, and the Lutheran faith. In addition to her husband and three children Blanche is survived by six grand children and three great grand children. She was a wonderful, caring woman and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A private memorial service will be held at home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, Inc., 600 Granger Rd., Barre, Vermont 05641.

died at Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin, Vermont, on October 23, 2012. She was 97 years old. Born in Springfield, Vermont in 1915, she was the daughter of Robert Noyes Millett and Ella Mae Fletcher Millett. In 1932 she graduated from Springfield High School, where her father was principal. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Colby College in 1936. After a brief career as a hospital lab technician she married Paul Maker in Springfield in 1941, where their three sons were born and where the Maker family lived with her parents for many years. The Maker/Millett family moved to Birmingham, Michigan in 1956. Ruth and Paul subsequently lived in Marion, Massachusetts; Euclid, Ohio; Storrs, Connecticut; and Montpelier, Vermont. Ruth served on the school board in Springfield and was very active in the Springfield Methodist Church, as well as the Methodist churches in Birmingham, Marion, and Euclid. She was an active member of Storrs Congregational Church. At the end of her life she, with Paul, lived at Heaton Woods and attended Bethany Church in Montpelier. Her beloved husband Paul died in 2007. She is survived by her three sons: David and his wife Emily Maker of New London, Connecticut; Tim and his wife Becky Maker of Calais, Vermont; and Robert Maker of New Bedford, Massachusetts; by her grandchildren Laura Maker of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Neal Maker of Worcester, Vermont; and by two great granddaughters, Clara and Eva Ruth Maker. All who knew Ruth will fondly remember her love of music and her cheerful nature. Family services will be held in Connecticut.

, 75, of Old Road in Northfield, died on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Medical Center in Burlington. He was born in Montpelier on June 23, 1937, the son of Percy W. and Mildred (Devino) Manning. He attended Montpelier public schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1956. On June 22, 1960, Mickey enlisted in the United States Army where he served until his honorable discharge on June 12, 1962. For many years he worked as a store clerk for the Country Store in Montpelier and also Somer’s Hardware. He was currently employed at the Aubuchon’s Hardware Store in Northfield. On January 17, 1976, he married his wife, Yvonne Skoda at the Grange Hall in Montpelier. He was a member of the American Legion and a life member of the Canadian Club. He enjoyed Bowling, Nascar, and watching sports, especially his favorite team, the Cleveland Indians. Survivors include his wife, Yvonne of Northfield; two step sons, Micheal C. Hotte of Suffolk, VA and Stuart J. Hotte of Pfafftown, NC; eight step-grandchildren and three step-great grandchildren; his siblings, Arthur Manning of Montpelier, Francis Manning of Middlesex, Raymond Manning of Northfield, Thomas Manning of Montpelier, Mary Kelley of Northfield, Anne Rogers of Marshfield, Elaine Isham of Moretown, Theresa Brooks of Meriden, CT. He was predeceased by a step-daughter, Wendy M. Barcomb. Calling hours will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm on Monday, November 12, 2012 at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at St. Augustine’s Church. Committal prayers and Military honors will follow at the Berlin Corners Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 312 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495, or to the Central Vermont Medical Center for Diabetes care and education: CVMC, P.O. Box 547, Barre, VT 05641.

died at his home in Montpelier. Douglas was born May 30, 1940 at Heaton Hospital in Montpelier to Amedee and Laura Marienau. He graduated from St. Michael’s Catholic School in Montpelier in 1958. Following his schooling Douglas served in the Marie Corps Reserve. On October 16, 1965 he married Sandra Ann McManis. They later divorced. Douglas was a painter for most of his working career beginning with A.J. Marineau and Son Painting which he started with his father. He continued painting and became an expert wallpaperer. During the last years of his live he was a master wood worker. If there was anything someone needed, Douglas could make it or fix it. He loved to make things that were practical but yet not things that were common. When he lived with his daughter and son-in-law their dog was dying of cancer and he made a customized casket for him. He told them they had two old dogs living with them. For each of his grandchildren he made wooden toys; military tanks, trains, farm trucks and even guns. He even sold a few of these. Lastly he made his own wooden urn. It was originally a casket for someone’s cat but they never picked it up. So, he told his son, when my time comes, you can use this for me. He was very practical. Douglas was a genius in the eyes of his children and others. There wasn’t anything he didn’t know. No answer was a simple one. If you asked him what something was he’d explain it in detail. For example, a lion is not just a lion but an adult male African lion. He also loved to type letters on his old manual typewriter. Douglas was known and loved by many. He enjoyed talking about the old times, telling jokes and was a regular voice on WDEV. Even when he lived with his daughter in Texas for a short time he quickly found a radio station and was a regular on the morning flea market. All who had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Douglas found him to be intriguing and fun. We encourage those who knew Douglas to take the time to think about the good times and the man we knew and loved. He was known my many and a friend to all. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include his sons, Michael Damon Marineau of Sunrise, Florida, Anthony Douglas Marineau of Northfield, Vermont, and Laura Ann Lacross and spouse Joseph Reginald Lacross of Red Oak, Texas; grandsons Joseph Douglas Lacross, Dylan Marineau, and Jonah Lacross; his brother Raymond Marineau of Galesferry, Connecticut and sister Shirley Plue of Waterford, Connecticut.

, 75, of Westview Meadows, died on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at his home in the company of his loving family. He was born on May 30, 1936, the son of Carmine and Ida (Chiocca) Marinelli in Southbridge, MA. He graduated from the Mary E. Wells High School in Southbridge, MA and later from the Culinary Institute of America in New Haven, CT. On February 9, 1957 he married Claudette L. Trahan at the Notre Dame Church in Southbridge, MA. In his early professional career, he was the chef manager at Cohasset Country Club in Southbridge, MA. After moving to Vermont in 1965, he took on the position of foodservice manager for National Life. He also provided catering services for the central Vermont community, taught adult cooking classes at Spaulding high school, and helped established an advisory board at the New England Culinary Institute. During retirement, Ron enjoyed family trips to Pine Point, ME, cooking at home, and the supportive community of friends at Westview Meadows. He was a member of St. Augustine’s Church, the Mutuo in Barre, and the Montpelier Elks Club. He was the past president of the Vermont Chefs Association in Stowe. He is survived by his wife, Claudette Marinelli; his two daughters Lisa Maxfield with her husband Steve Maxfield of Barre, VT, their daughter Ariel of Marshfield, VT; and Beth Smith with her husband Ted Smith of Georgia, VT and their daughter, Laura Smith of Atkinson, NH; his three sons Michael Marinelli wirh his wife Elise of Montpelier and their children, Andrew Marinelli of Montpelier, Jeff Bousquet of Worcester, VT and Joe Bousquet of Chicago, IL; Kevin Marinelli with his wife MartieAnne and their children, Ava and Caelen of Needham, MA; and Steven Marinelli with his wife Nancy of Georgia, VT and their children Alex Marinelli of Barre, and Nick Marinelli currently serving in the United States Air Force in Italy. He is also survived by his sisters, Jean Slaney of Tucson, AZ and Ann Del Pero of Milan, Italy; brothers, Richard and Joseph Marinelli both of Naples, FL; and two great grandchildren, Brayden Bousquet and Julie Swanson. He was predeceased by his parents, Ida and Carmine Marinelli, brother Carmine Marinelli and grandson, Scott Smith. Per request of the family, there will be no calling hours. The family invites you to attend a Funeral Mass to be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, April 3rd at St. Augustine’s Church in Montpelier, VT. Interment will be at a later date at the convenience of the family. In-lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his honor to Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641. The family would like to thank all of his caregivers throughout the years especially Sheryl Vilbrin, Linda Bisson, Pam Fontaine, Brenda Shephard, and all of the staff and volunteers at Central Vermont Dialysis. In addition, we would like to give a special thanks to the Kellogg Hubbard Library for their collection of audio books that were a great source of entertainment for Ron. On behalf of all of those who knew him, he will be greatly missed.

, 88, of Montpelier, VT died Wednesday afternoon January 11, 2012 at Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin, VT. He was born May 13, 1923 in Englewood, NJ, the son of Dr. Frank C. and Anne (Buckley) McCormack. He attended elementary school in Englewood and Seton Hall Prep and Dwight Morrow high schools in New Jersey. After service in the army in Northern Africa and Italy during World War II he attended Nichols College in Dudley, Massachusetts and Syracuse University in New York. He married Margaret Fraser on December 30, 1950 in New York City, NY. They lived in northern New Jersey, primarily Ramsey, NJ until moving to Montpelier VT in 1994. They were married for 61 years. He worked in New Jersey and New York City for Federal Paperboard, Inc. as a customer service representative. It was there he facilitated packaging design and creation, and fine art papers for customers, from paper mill to the end product. Bob was a loving, caring husband, father, uncle and brother who will be greatly missed. He enjoyed fly-fishing and time spent by lakes and streams; birdwatching; day-trips driving around Vermont; and when he moved to Vermont he discovered a love of watercolor painting at the Senior Center in Montpelier. Later he greatly enjoyed painting and art projects with his fellow artist and caregiver Michael Gray. He loved jazz music, traditional celtic music and later developed a love of classical music. Many thanks to all the wonderful friends, neighbors and caregivers who helped Bob. He was predeceased by brothers Francis X. McCormack and Dr. Thomas C. McCormack. Bob is survived by his wife Margaret (Peg), his daughter Cameron McCormack of Montpelier, his brother George Randall McCormack and wife Barbara of Brewster, Massachusetts , and numerous nieces and nephews and their families in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and New York. There will be a committal service in the spring at Green Mountain Cemetery, Montpelier, VT. Donations in his memory may be made to The Vermont Chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association, c/o Dept. of Neurology, FAHC-UHC campus, 1 South Prospect Street, Burlington, VT 05401, or to the Woodridge Activities Fund - Art Program, P.O. Box 550, Barre, VT 05641.

, 82, left us to join his beloved wife, daughter, and son on August 12, 2012. He died due to injuries suffered during a car crash. 'Dave' was born on June 10, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late George Everett and Alice (Martenhoff) McDonough. He married his childhood sweetheart, Dorothea Elizabeth Fisher, on February 19, 1948, in Lynbrook, Long Island, NY. Dot and Dave celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1998. He moved to Burlington, VT with his family in 1965, then to Moretown, VT in 1971. He has resided in the Tampa, Florida area for the last 5 years. Dave was employed by IBM for 29 years. As a part of his job, he traveled extensively in France, Germany, Italy and England. He retired in 1985 and enjoyed many years traveling and enjoying life with his wife and son, Jim. He was a board member of Central Vermont ARC, a dedicated Guardian Ad Litem, and he used his business experience to assist clients of JobStart. He was predeceased by his wife, "Dot", his daughter Michele "Mickey" Dower-Young, and son James "Jimmy" McDonough. Surviving Dave are his children Cheryl McDonough of Burlington, Patty Gillespie and husband Jeff Barrows of Johnson, Kathleen and husband Richard Sagendorf of Middlebury, Charlie and wife Heidi (Schmaldienst) McDonough of Burlington; his grandchildren Brian Dower, Kelly and Matt Ksyzwienski, Pat Dower, Jessica Dower, Zachary Young, Pat and Kara McDonough, Sean McDonough, Laura and Andy Schlatter, Megan McDonough, Erika and Jed Norris, Amanda and Brian Cady, Jonathan Sagendorf, Nicole and Kelvin Pfende, Erin Gillespie and her partner Joel Martell; his 12 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Per Dave's request, there will be no calling hours; a memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Church in Moretown, on September 8th, at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Central Vermont ARC c/o Jim Lund PO Box 751, Montpelier, VT 05601

, 77, of Four Seasons Health Care in Northfield and formerly of Summer Street in Barre, died on Thursday, June 28, 2012 at the Central Vermont Medical Center. He was born in Montpelier on May 8, 1935, the son of Albert P. and Majorie (Bedell) Murtagh. He attended St. Michael’s Grade School and graduated in 1954 from St. Michael’s High School. He worked as an usher and utility worker for Capital Theaters in Montpelier. Prior to that, he worked as a shoe salesman for Endicott Johnson Shoe Store in Montpelier and later in Barre. Richard was an avid Red Sox and Boston Celtics fan. He enjoyed collecting coins and would look forward to smoking one cigar a day. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include his brothers, Edward J. Murtagh, Danville; David F. Murtagh, Montpelier; Stephen Murtagh, Barre Town; Andrew C. Murtagh, Williamstown; sisters, Sandra M. Hopkins Charlestown, NH and Susan J. Petty of Lexington, KY; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Garrold A. Murtagh. There will be no calling hours. A Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. Committal prayers will follow at Berlin Corners Cemetery.

, 71, of East Montpelier, died Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at home among family after a 43-year-long battle with cancer. The daughter of Virginia Marshall Chew and Thomas Gordon Chew, Emily was born in Washington D.C. on February 8, 1941. She attended George Washington High School, class of 1958, and went on to attend George Washington University from 1958 to 1961 studying business skills. She married the love of her life, Daniel A. Neary, Jr., on November 2, 1963 in Arlington, VA. They moved to their present home on Gould Hill Road in November 1967 where they spent their long marriage as close friends and raised beloved twin daughters, Carla Occaso and her Jessica Neary. She adored her grandson, Kirby Occaso, who was the light of her life. Emily loved Victorian literature, traveling, gardening, poetry, politics and, most of all, being with family. She kept a happy home and hosted many wonderful holiday dinners. She also had a busy career outside of the home beginning in 1956 when she as a teenager worked as a nurse’s aide candy striper at Alexandria Hospital in Alexandria, Virginia. She then worked for the summer at Bon Marche Department Store in Seattle, Washington as a marking clerk before returning to the east coast o work at Congressional Quarterly from 1960-1963, when she met Daniel A. Neary, Jr. She had a continuous career in the secretarial field working for the Vermont State Labor Council, Vermont Center for Independent Living, and finally, her most fulfilling and cherished position for the Legislative Council as staff aide for the Senate Natural Resources and Energy Committee at the Vermont State House from 1987 through 2010. She loved her coworkers, supervisors and politicians working to make law each legislative session. Emily had an unimaginable kindness for others, which she displayed by remembering a wide circle of those around her with cards and gifts on birthdays, holidays and special occasions. She will be remembered for her vibrant spirit, her inspirational sweetness and her beautiful smile. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew her. Emily leaves behind husband, Daniel; daughters Jessica and Carla, and Carla's husband, Ray Occaso; brother, Robert M. Chew, and her grandson Kirby Occaso. She was predeceased by her brother, Thomas Chew; parents Virginia and Thomas Chew, and stepmother Mary Chew. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Emily's name to The Vermont Food Bank 33 Parker Road, Wilson Industrial Park, Barre, VT 05641 or online at www.vtfoodbank.org. Please include a note that your donation is in Emily’s memory. An informal celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, September 2 from 3:30 to 5:30 in Hubbard Park in Montpelier at the new shelter.

, of Montpelier, died peacefully surrounded by her family on April, 27, 2012, at her home. She was 84 years young. Mae was born April 5, 1928, in Devon, New Brunswick, Canada to Laura Jane (Stafford) and George Savage. She spent her childhood growing up in Devon and Fredericton ice skating on the Saint John River, swing dancing, people watching with her sister Madelene, and getting into scrapes with her best friend Mary "Pete" Peters. At age 9 she was in her teacher Mary Evelyn Grannan's play where she played the maid. Mae started going with Harold Glenn Nicholson at age 15 while attending Fredericton High School. Mae graduated from Fredericton High School in 1945. October 22, 1945, Mae and Glenn were married and immigrated to the United States to work on a family farm in Danby, Vermont. Shortly after the birth of their first daughter they moved to Riverton and then into Montpelier. Mae was a homemaker for their five children for nearly 40 before she entered the work force and started at the Vermont National Bank, where she worked her way from teller to Vice President and retired after 23 years. Many people remember Mae as their mortgage loan officer. Mae and Glenn enjoyed time with family and friends. They loved to travel and they had many excursions in their RV across the US and Canada and well as traveling abroad. For many years she was involved with the Women’s Circle of the Methodist Church and later Mae volunteered for the Green Mountain Fire Chiefs Association, hosting many meetings in their home and as a baker of desserts for meals put on for or by the Montpelier Masonic Lodge. Mae enjoyed watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune; as well as doing crossword puzzles, playing scrabble and card games. She also knit and sewed for her family. Mae was predeceased by her father and mother, her brothers George Sacre, Austin Savage and Harry Savage, and her sisters Jean Sacre White, and Hazel Savage. Mae is survived by her husband Glenn of 66 1/2 years and her sister Madelene Savage Brown of Fredericton, NB; her children: Patricia Whitney and her partner Basil Ross of Derby, Frederick Nicholson and his wife Mary Anne of Rutland Town, Marjorie Magoon of Barre Town, Douglas Nicholson and his wife Corine of East Montpelier, and Steven Nicholson of Shrewsbury; her grandchildren: Lynnette Whitney of Barre City and her partner Paul Claudon of Middlebury, Gavin Whitney of Graniteville, Brent Magoon of Barre Town, Keith Magoon and his wife Heather of Barre Town, Joseph Nicholson and his wife Malynda of Leicester, Christopher Nicholson of Rutland Town, Timony Nicholson and husband Justin Norris of Essex Junction, Richard Nicholson and his partner Cheryl Walter of Pennsylvania, Alexander Nicholson of East Montpelier, Elizabeth McHugh of Colchester, Madeline McHugh of Colchester, Rachel Nicholson and her husband John Davis, Jr. of Georgetown, Del., Victoria Nicholson and fiancé John Connor of Washington DC,; and great-grandchildren: Ashley Magoon, Connor Magoon, Taite Magoon, Hannah Magoon, Gabrielle McHugh, Kelly Nicholson, Ryan Nicholson, Nicholas Norris; and dozens of nieces, nephews, and grandneices and grandnephews. Funeral arrangements will be made by the Guare Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier, Vermont. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, April 28th from 7-9 PM. A Memorial service will be held Sunday, April 29th at 1:00 pm at the Masonic Lodge on Gallison Hill Road, Montpelier. Burial will be at the Middlesex Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Mae's memory may be made to the Masonic Center, 288 Gallison Hill Road, Montpelier, VT 05602.

of Barre Town, VT died peacefully on Sunday Feb 19, 2012 at home with family at her side. Born September 4, 1942 in Heaton Hospital, Montpelier, VT to Carlisle R. Jewett and Edythe N. (Alexander) Jewett, she graduated Montpelier High School in the class of 1960 and UVM in the Class of 1964 with a BS degree in Secondary Education, majoring in English and French. She married Reginald E. Orvis June 15, 1963 in Montpelier and they have since lived in the Central VT area. She was a teacher and librarian at Williamstown High School. In 1966, she was the first librarian of the Montpelier Union Elementary School where she organized and established the library collection. She was a Barre Town Elementary School volunteer, a real estate salesperson in her husband’s real estate business, and a Cub Scout den mother. She lived with juvenile diabetes since spring of 1948 and was a member of the American Diabetes Association, and the VT Education Association. Her interests included family, reading, swimming, skiing, gardening, canoeing, and genealogy. She is survived by her husband, Reginald E Orvis of Barre; a son Breton R. and his wife Renee (Douse) Orvis of Barre; a sister, Pauline Orvis of Middlebury, VT; a brother, Raymond and his wife Patricia (Comolli) Jewett of S. Burlington, VT; a grandson and a step-granddaughter; cousins, nieces and nephews. In accord with Nedra’s wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the VT Assoc of the Blind and Visually Impaired, 60 Kimball Ave, S. Burlington, VT 05403; or Central VT Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger RD, Barre, VT 05641.

, 71 of Hampshire Hill Road, Worcester, died Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in White River Jct. Joe was born in Montpelier on December 30, 1940 the son of Giacomo & Florence (Abbiati) Pacini. He attended St. Michael’s Grade School and St. Michael’s High School. Following his education, Joe entered the military and served in the US Army 101 1st Airborne, 2nd Airborne Battle Group, 187th Infantry, Third US Army and was discharged on October 11, 1963 to the National Guard. He continued to serve until 1965. Joe worked for many years as a granite carver with Montpelier Granite Works and several sheds in the Barre area including Anderson Granite Company. After his retirement, he owned and operated Pacini Custom Finishing & Carving from his home in Worcester. He enjoyed shooting pool, 4-wheeling, his life’s work- granite carving, spending time with his good friends, and he was also an avid hunter, fisherman and trap shooter. Joe is survived by two step-sons, Shawn McManis of Worcester, VT; Eric McManis of Farmington, NH; grandchildren, Joseph McManis, Shelby McManis, Amber Ellis, Richie Ellis, Brianna Perreault, and Zack Keaton; three sisters, Emilie Lanier of Mass; Iola Berno of Montpelier, and Teresa Frasconia of Wellington, FL and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two best friends, Paul Belisle and Ernie Colby. Joe is predeceased by his parents, his horse and best friend, Red Girl, and his brother, Gus, three sisters, Alibis Taylor, Mary Reno, and Josephine Howe. A service of remembrance with military honors will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22nd at 1:00 pm at Joe’s home on Hampshire Hill Road, Worcester. Memorial contributions may be made in Joe’s memory to the Veterans Administration Hospital, Memorial Program, White River Jct., VT 05001.

, 79 of Firehouse Road, Washington died Sunday, November 11, 2012 at Central Vermont Medical Center with his family at his side. Kenny was born in Penacook, NH on October 25, 1933 the son of William and Mary Jane (Chase) Papineau. He attended schools in Hartford, VT. On September 30, 1957, Kenny joined the Montpelier Fire Department’s call force. On October 1, 1961, he was appointed as a full time member of the Montpelier Fire Department as a firefighter and ambulance attendant. He ultimately reached the rank of captain, which he served as until 1971. He later worked at Hill-Martin Corporation for 20 years. Kenny was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed gambling, playing cards, water skiing, animals, rooting for the Yankees and watching NASCAR. In his youth, he was a boxer, where he participated in Golden Glove tournaments. Kenny married Bernadette Beaulieu in Washington on September 24, 1983. Kenny is survived by his wife, Bernadette, of Washington; his children, Debbie Papineau of Montpelier; Kenny Papineau and his wife, Kerriann of Brooksville, FL; Sherri Russell and her husband, Jason of Duxbury; Robert Papineau and his partner, Karin Steijger of Barre; and Shannon Papineau of Marshfield; step-children, Maria Hathaway and her husband John of Cornith; Steven Beaulieu and his wife, Lori of Warner, NH; Angela Tremblay of Berlin; and Russell Tremblay of Charlotte, NC; 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Raymond Papineau of Barre. Kenny was predeceased by a half-brother, Earl Hansen; sisters, Eleanor McKnight and Dorothy Orr; brothers, Lawrence Papineau, Norman Papineau and Robert Papineau and granddaughter, Jennifer Papineau. At Kenny’s request there will be no funeral or memorial service. Calling hours will be held from 6-8pm, Thursday, Nov. 15th at Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, Inc., 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641 or on-line at www.cvhhh.org or to Central Vermont Medical Center, Palliative Care Unit, PO Box 547, Barre, VT 05641.

, 22, of Upper Main Street and formerly of East Calais died December 10, 2012 in East Calais. He was born on January 28, 1990 in Morrisville, VT the son of Thomas E. Prevost and Heather L. (Maxham) Prevost. He attended school in Calais and graduated from Union-32 High School in the class of 2008. Noah worked at the Green Mountain Coffee Roasters in Waterbury, and also working with a local artist, Chet Cole. He enjoyed working with the animals and doing chores on the “Sittin Pretty Farm” in East Calais. Noah was an avid hunter & fisherman, and liked working in the outdoors and splitting fire wood and being in the woods. Survivors include his mother, Heather Prevost and her significant other, Mitch Brown of East Calais; father and step-mother, Thomas E. Prevost and Jessica Prevost of Barre; sister, Ashley Jade Prevost and her daughter, Zoe Eldred of East Calais; paternal grandparents, Wayne & Gertrude Prevost of Montpelier; maternal grandmother, Margaret Maxham and her significant other, Dennis Maranville of Middlesex; aunts & uncles, Tamara (Maxham)Joslyn and her husband, Steve; Clinton Brown; Donna (Prevost) Colette; Pamela (Prevost)Davis; Wayne Prevost, Jr.; Diane (Prevost) Belchambers; Michael Prevost; Debbie (Prevost) Wilder; Paul Prevost; Joseph Prevost & Stephanie (Prevost) Fuller. Noah was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, David Maxham, uncle, Peter Prevost and Tom & Jessica’s infant daughter, Brooke Prevost. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, December 16, 2012, at the White Memorial Chapel on the campus at Norwich University.

, 81, formerly of North Montpelier but most recently of Berlin died on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at his home surrounded by the people that loved him. He was born on November 16, 1930 in Randolph, VT, the son of Hillie and Grace (Thompson) Rabtoy. He attended schools in Randolph. Don spent his career working as a farm hand on local dairy farms in Randolph. He enjoyed fishing, playing card games, and working on crossword puzzles. He especially enjoyed home cooked meals. Survivors include his caregivers, Robin and Nick Garbacik and their son Heydan. He was predeceased by two siblings. There will be no calling hours or funeral. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road-Berlin, Barre, VT 05641.

, 81, of Towne Hill Road, died peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2012 at FAHC with his loving wife and family surrounding him. Born February 8, 1931, Norman was the son of Heman and Louise Rice. Norman attended Montpelier High School and Bryant College. Norman married Catherine Whiteneck in April of 1955 and they were together as they promised in their wedding vows until his passing. In 1948 Norman joined the State of Vermont Department of Highways. From 1953 – 1956 Norman served with the U.S. Army in Germany; after serving as Deputy Brigade Commander in the Army Reserves, Norman retired with the rank of Colonel in 1982 with 29 years of service. Norman was a registered Land Surveyor in the state of Vermont where he was known as “Stormin Norman” or License # 001; Norman was also a registered Land Surveyor in the state of New York. In 1969, Norman was appointed by the Governor of Vermont to the first Board of Registration of Land Surveyors where he served until 1976. Norman was a past President of the Vermont Society of Surveyors and a member of the Vermont Society of Engineers. In 1956, Norman joined Webster-Martin, Inc. as Chief of Survey. In 1970, Norman joined Aquatec and in 1974 Norman was appointed to Vice President of Aquatec. In 1982 Norman was appointed Senior Vice President of Aquatec, Inc. and President of the newly formed Aquatec Survey Corp. In 1984 Norman formed Vermont Survey Consultants with fellow Surveyors Dave Hudson, Rod Charron, and Mike Patterson. In 1990, Norman formed Dunroven Associates specializing in property surveys. Norman’s interests include his love for his horses, watching NASCAR, and his Red Solo Cup. Norman was a life time member of the American Quarter Horse Association and was President of the VQHA for many years. In his teenage years, Norman secretly drove a race car on a dirt track unbeknownst to his mother. Besides his wife Cathy, Norman is survived by his brother Doug of Massachusetts and Florida, sons: Norman and his wife Cheryl of Milford, New Hampshire, Kevin of Middlesex, daughters: Bethany Bell of Barre, Sheila Emerson and husband Andy of Middlesex, Ticia Rice of Galveston, Texas, Heather Bolduc and husband Steve of Middlesex, daughter in law, Lisa Rice of East Montpelier, 14 Grandchildren: Alexia, Adam, Melissa, Cheyenne, Nikki, Keith, Kimberly, Christian (aka Jake to Papa), Thomas, Michelle, Meghan, Amanda, Colvin, and Connor, 13 great grandchildren Kyle, Cole, Kelsey, Madeline, Lloyd, Hailey, Cameron, Cody, Leanna, Jazmine, Cooper, Cody, and Xavier Norman is also survived by his beloved dog Brooke, lifetime friend Phil “Flip Flop” Guare, and numerous nieces and nephews. Norman was predeceased by his parents and son Arthur. Service of Remembrance will be held at Bethany Church, Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 1 PM followed by a reception in the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Rescue, P.O. Box 404, Richmond, VT 05477,www.richmondrescue.org or to the Vermont Horse Shows Association, P.O. Box 974, Middlebury, VT 05753. The family would like to thank Joseph Charron, the good Samaritan who helped during Norman’s time of need, and the Richmond Rescue Squad for their quick response and support.

, of Vinalhaven, Maine, and Barre, Vermont (and formerly of Montpelier), died March 6, 2012 of presumed amiodarone lung toxicity. Fred was born July 28, 1924, in Rutland, Vermont, to Reginald H. and Lucy Pratt Reed. The family moved to nearby Manchester, where Fred attended local schools, including Burr & Burton Seminary for high school. Upon graduation in 1942, he worked for a time in Springfield, Vermont, at a machine tool plant. In February 1943, Fred enlisted in the Army. After months of training stateside, he volunteered for a hazardous mission that turned out to be replacement duty in Burma for members of the famed Merrill’s Marauders. Leading pack mules loaded with weapons and supplies, the troops traveled along mountain ridges parallel to the Burma Road, placing roadblocks on the Road to slow the retreating Japanese so that they could be engaged in combat by Chinese and British troops. While Fred did not talk much about his war service, it was very important to him, and he eventually wrote a memoir. He noted that after nine or ten months on the trail, when his regiment was leaving Burma for China, more than half the men had died, some from combat injuries but most from tropical diseases. After several months in China as acting regimental sergeant, Fred returned to the U.S. and officer candidate school, just as the war ended, and he was discharged in October 1945. In January 1946 Fred enrolled at the University of Vermont. There he met Jacquelyn Laurel Hansen, known to family and friends as Laurel, and the couple married on May 24, 1946. After three years at UVM, with Army credits that allowed him to graduate early, Fred entered Albany Law School in New York, graduating first in his class in June 1950. Fred and Laurel moved to Montpelier, where he joined a private law office. In January 1955, he was appointed Deputy Attorney General by Vermont Attorney General Robert Stafford. The next year Stafford ran for Lieutenant Governor and encouraged Fred to run for the vacant office. Fred and Laurel campaigned around the state, and he became Attorney General of Vermont in 1956 and was re-elected in 1958. In 1960 he became general counsel for Rock of Ages Corporation in Barre, and by 1965 he also was vice-president of sales and marketing. He left in 1968 to become Secretary of Civil and Military Affairs for Governor Deane Davis, and he enjoyed working to help insure the passage of the new environmental protection law, Act 250, and Vermont’s new sales tax. During Governor Davis’s second term, Fred served as governor’s counsel, a part-time position that allowed him to practice law privately, first in Essex and then in Williston. Fred and Laurel built a new home in Williston and left Montpelier in 1971. One of Fred’s major clients was Blodgett Oven Company, where he was general counsel and a director. In 1981 Blodgett purchased the Pitman Company in Concord, NH. Fred served as president of that company for the next five years, helping to solve quality and delivery problems and significantly increase the company’s profits. Fred continued as Blodgett’s general counsel and vice-president until his retirement in 1992. By that time he and Laurel had purchased and redesigned a home on the island of Vinalhaven, Maine. Maine became their primary residence, and for many years they enjoyed summers in Maine and winters in Florida and later Hilton Head, SC. Wanting to be closer to family, they purchased a condominium in Barre in 2006, eventually spending winters there as Laurel’s health declined. She passed away two years ago, after 64 years of marriage. Grieved as he was, Fred continued to enjoy time with family and friends, and he was fully anticipating another summer at his beloved island home, where he would have tended to the blueberry bushes, vegetable gardens, and flower beds that he and Laurel established years ago. Fred is survived and greatly missed by his three daughters, Luci Stephens, Martha Reed, and Dorothy Barrett and her husband, Russell Barrett, all of Vermont; grandsons David Stephens and his wife Deb, of Wisconsin, and Devlin Nicholls and Kyle Nicholls, both of Vermont; three great-grandsons, Mason, Mitchel and Mathew Stephens; sister-in-law Dorothy Eichorn and nephew Eric Eichorn, both of California; Laurel’s second cousin David Betts, of Florida; and dear family friends Kim Butler, JoAnn McKee, Jennifer Sweeney and Amy Thompson. Interment will take place in Green Mountain Cemetery in Montpelier at the convenience of the family. A private family service will be held later at the home on Vinalhaven Island. Arrangements are by Guare & Son Funeral Home in Montpelier. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elephant Sanctuary, PO Box 393, Hohenwald, TN 38462; the Vinalhaven Land Trust, PO Box 268, Vinalhaven, ME 04863; or the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier, VT, where Fred was a trustee for a number of years.

, 74, of Three Mile Bridge Road, Berlin died February 16, 2012 at his home. He was born in Wolcott, Vermont on January 14, 1938 the son of Clyde & Myra (Dwyer) Richardson. He received his education in schools in Wolcot and Middlesex, VT. Following his schooling, Burton served in the Army National Guard. He later worked 27 years as a custodian for the State of Vermont at the State Complex in Montpelier. He retired in the late 90’s. Burton was a member of the American Legion Post # 3. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing pool. He loved carpentry and often would make wood bird houses and help people with building porch decks. He is survived by his companion of 47 years, Elizabeth Barclay of Berlin; five children, Burton Clyde (BJ) Richardson, Jr. of Warren, VT; Maria Richardson of Montpelier, VT; Brian Richardson of Florida; Cyndi Taylor of Berlin, VT and Kevin Richardson of Berlin; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Edna Taylor of Burlington; and brother, Elton of Richardson of Barre; nieces and nephews. Burton was predeceased by a step-son, Michael Taylor and six sisters and one brother. Memorial service and burial will be held at later date.

, of Montpelier, died peacefully on Friday September 7th, 2012 with his family at his side. Born April 29, 1922, in Bridgewater, Mass., he was the son of Leonard P. Sr. and Ethel Smith Roberts. Leonard graduated from high school in Arlington, MA. After serving in the Army in World War II, he moved to Craftsbury to help his parents run the Craftsbury General Store. It was there that he met and married Mary Paterson, of East Craftsbury. Leonard attended Suffolk University and Lyndon State College. He had many different jobs over the years, including time spent working as a newspaper reporter for the Caledonia Record. He ended his career working for the State of Vermont, in the Public Records Department. Leonard had a great sense of humor. People enjoyed stopping in to see him at Public Records, where he always had a joke or a good story to tell. Leonard was a devoted father and loved taking his children fishing, skating, to the beach or anywhere else that they wanted to go. He and his wife Mary enjoyed playing bridge with friends and spending time with family. Leonard had a wonderful singing voice. He sang with the Barre Choraleers, at church and in front of the VT Legislature. Leonard spent the last 8 years of his life at Heaton Woods, in Montpelier, with people who would become his second family. His sense of humor and singing voice will be greatly missed there as well. Leonard was pre-deceased by his wife Mary, two of his children Leonard Roberts of Barre and Margaret Roberts of Montpelier and his brother Gordon. He leaves behind two children, Jennifer Roberts of Newton, MA and Geoffrey Roberts of Montpelier and his brother Donald S. Roberts of New York City. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and extended family. A funeral service will be held at 2:00, on Saturday, September 15th, at The United Church of Craftsbury, Craftsbury Common VT. A reception will follow in the church’s Parish Hall.

, 87, of Junction Road in Berlin, died on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at the Woodridge Nursing Home. She was born in Randolph, VT on June 25, 1924, the daughter of Sedric and Julia (Tatreault) Erskine. She was predeceased by her first husband and father of their children, Henry G. Boyce. She later married Donald H. Ruggles in Randolph in 1977. They lived in Berlin for many years. She was a homemaker and also worked as a store clerk for Ames Department Store on the Barre Montpelier Road for many years and previously worked at the Nantana Mill in Northfield, Vt. She was a member of the Vermont Grange and the Eastern Star. She enjoyed quilting and would often make quilts for family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Donald H. Ruggles of Berlin; her children, Julie A Falzarano of Randolph, VT; Dianne S. Matheson of Lake Como, Fl; Barbara J. Mackenzie of Interlachen, FL; Pamela Boyce, Northfield, Vt.; Robert H. Boyce of Satsuma, FL; Henry G. Boyce of Duxbury, VT; sister, Dorothy Sawyer of Randolph, VT; two step-children Barbara Goodrich, and Donald E. Ruggles, of Montpelier/Berlin area; 26 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two children, Patricia L. Boyce & James S. Boyce and sisters, Ruth Patch, Betty Lewis and brother, Sedric Erskine. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 23rd at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Randolph, VT. Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodridge Nursing Home, PO Box 550, Barre, Vt 05641.

, 73, of Montpelier, surrounded by her family, passed away November 17, 2012 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation in Berlin, Vermont. Born April 14, 1939 in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, she was the daughter of Claire Emily Nichols Carleton and Sherman Richard Devereaux and was adopted by Walter Goss at a young age. She was married to Roy Parkhurst who predeceased her and they had two sons and two daughters. On June 9, 1996, Patti married the love of her life, Harold E. Ruggles in Barre and they made their home in Montpelier. Patti loved to square dance, attend Project Independence, spend time with family and friends, and work puzzles. She is survived by her husband, her daughter, Diane Johnston of Concord NH, her son, Walter Parkhurst of Concord NH, her daughter Vicki Davidson and husband, Bill of Ossippee NH, son Stephen Parkhurst of Center Conway NH, two brothers-in-law, Don Ruggles and Francis Ruggles of Montpelier, a sister-in-law, Lucy Frasier and husband, Bob of Colchester, 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her mother, father, step-father, two sisters, Frances & Carolyn, son-in-law Richard Johnston, and granddaughter, Heidi Johnston. Graveside services will be held at the North Hyde Park Village Cemetery at 11am on November 24. A gathering of friends and family will be held at the Pioneer Apartments at 2pm on November 24. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to either Project Independence, 81 Main Street, Barre VT 05641, or to the Activities Department of Berlin Health and Rehabilitation, 98 Hospitality Drive, Barre VT 05641.

, 94, of Heaton Woods, died Saturday, June 2, 2012 at her home in Montpelier. She was born on February 23, 1918 in Moretown, Vermont the daughter of Eugene W. & Ada M. (Johnson) Progen. She moved to Middlesex at the age of 3 months, and attended Middlesex Village School, then graduated from Montpelier High School in 1935. On October 5, 1940, Ethel married in Waterbury to Everett Charles Ryan and spent all of their married life in Middlesex. Mr. Ryan predeceased her on March 30, 1975. Ethel was a member of the Middlesex Valley Grange, Winooski Valley Pomona, Vermont State Grange, National Grange, North Branch Grange, Ivy Rebekah Lodge # 33, American Legion # 3 Aux., AARP, RSVP, and the 251 Club. She was also the Past Deputy State Master, Past Junior Grange Deputy, Past State Grange Civil Defense Chairman, Grange Past Masters Association, Past Master of the Middlesex Valley Grange of which she was a 77 year member. Ethel suffered from Polio after the birth of her last child. She was not able to walk and was confined to a wheelchair, but being a determined individual, she kept fighting to walk and did so without assistance. she danced again. She loved ball room dancing with her husband and later with her longtime friend, Charles Martin. They were members of the Ballroom Dance Club of Burlington. Ethel enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, reading, traveling and going to Florida for the winter months when she was able to drive. Ethel worked at National Life Insurance Company as a bookkeeper and retired in 1980 years 27 years of service. She is survived by a son, Thomas G. Ryan and his wife Carol of Ormond Beach, Florida; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren; and sister, Evelyn Hendrickson of East Montpelier. Ethel was predeceased by two sons, Michael & Richard Ryan. A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 9th at the Middlesex Methodist Church. Burial will follow the service at Middlesex Center Cemetery.

, 94, of Calais Road, Worcester, died at his home on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 21, 1918 in Marshfield, VT the son of Oliver Tom Sicely and Minnie (Getchel) Sicely. He attended grade school and high school in Marshfield. Frank served in the US Army during WW II in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater which included the New Guinea & Northern Solomons Campaigns. He was discharged as a S SGT on Sept. 21, 1945. Affectionately known to many as "Doc”, he married Alice Barcomb on August 19, 1942 in Hartford, CT. He was a loving husband and father to their three daughters Barbara, Susan, and Melanie. They recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. He worked for many years at the Vermont State House with the maintenance division and retired in 1980. Doc loved playing cribbage and competing at horseshoes. He loved to dance, to hunt and to fish. He also enjoyed refinishing furniture and caning chairs. He was a Red Sox fan. Doc is survived by his wife, Alice of Worcester; three daughters, Barbara LaPointe of Barre; Susan Pellegrino and her husband, Terrance of Castleton, VT; and Melanie Webster and her husband Michael of Worcester, VT; two grandchildren, Nicolas LaPointe of Dover, NH; Caleb Webster of Worcester; and a step-grandchild, Jessey Webster of Morrisville; one great grandson, Jacob Nicolas LaPointe of Dover, NH; and many nieces and nephews. Doc was pre-deceased by his siblings, Adeline Collins, Hazel Sicely, Eli, Ralph, Roy, Raymond, Robert, and Clifton Sicely. Calling hours will be held on Friday evening, Sept. 28th from 6-8 pm at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A Funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hardwick at 3:00 pm.

, 85, passed away peacefully on September 28th, 2012 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center in the loving care of his daughter-in-law Mary Smith. He was born in Plainfield, VT on June 6th, 1927, the son of Arthur Smith and Hazel Baker. After graduating from Spaulding High School and proceeding to the Coyne Electrical School in Chicago, Merle attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He then served in the US Navy, and worked in Barre for the Rome News Company and Bryant & Dailey Co. He began his career in the residential building industry in 1955. Merle found his passion in building homes. As a master plumber and a master electrician, Merle designed and built many custom homes from the ground up, without hiring subcontractors or architects. Merle’s happiest times were working side by side with his son, Dana; the two built countless houses together after partnering up in 1990. A true lover of his work, Merle continued working until the time of his death. In addition to his work, Merle enjoyed camping, boating, hunting, and fishing in and around the Groton State Forest. He was an avid and accomplished swing dancer, earning him the nickname “Rubber Legs” and a television at a jitterbug dance competition. He still owns the nickname, but the television is long gone. In recent years, Merle was devoted to caring for his wife, Lois, spending time with his two cats and picking wild blackberries. Prior to moving to Groton, Merle & Lois spent many years living in Plainfield. He is survived by his wife of 61 years: Lois L. Smith, his brother Willard Smith of Southern Pines, North Carolina, his four children: Brenda Davis and her husband Richard of Northfield, VT, Dwaine Smith and his wife Susan of Shelburne, VT, Diane Dubberly and her husband Carl of Amherst, NH, Dana Smith and his wife Mary of Groton, VT, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and a couple of cats. He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Marjorie Sullivan, his son Dale Smith, and his grandson Brian Davis. His family invites his friends to join them at a casual luncheon and celebration of Merle’s life, which will be held at the Steak House Restaurant at 1239 US Route 302 in Berlin on Saturday, October 13h at 2:00. There will be no calling hours. Honoring Merle’s preference, please do not send flowers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 372 Hurricane Lane, Suite 101, Williston, VT 05495.

, 84, of Ewing Street died at her home on Sunday, September 9, 2012. She was born on May 25, 1928 in New Haven, VT, the daughter of Robert and Irene (Grant) Varney. She worked as a self employed housekeeper, working for various families in Montpelier. On October 14, 1950, she married Laurice F. Stearns, Jr. in Montpelier. Mr. Stearns predeceased her on December 20, 1983. She is survived by her children, Patricia Lesure of Barre, VT and Douglas Stearns of Montpelier; a sister, Emma Savard of Merritt Island, FL; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 3 sisters, 3 brothers, and a daughter, Barbara Lafountain. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641 or to Project Independence, 81 N. Main Street, #1, Barre, VT 05641.

, 102, formerly of Heaton Woods and most recently of Woodridge Nursing Home died on Sunday, January 29, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was born on October 8, 1909 in Junction, IL, the daughter of Moses M. and Jennie (Mitchell) Kanady. She graduated from Equality High School in Equality, IL in 1927. She attended Nurse’s training at the Dixon State School in Dixon, IL. On April 26, 1930, she married Glenn Boyd Steward in Princeton, IL. Mr. Steward predeceased her on October 20, 1962. Virginia raised her family in Dixon, IL, and then worked at KSB Hospital in Dixon for a number of years. In order to be close to her daughter Sabra, she moved to New England in 1975. Her sister, Vivian Spence, joined her after retirement, and they lived in a beautiful old house on Main St in Montpelier, VT for many years. Virginia kept busy with her extended family and as a member of the congregation of Christ Episcopal Church. She was a long time resident of Heaton Woods and enjoyed participating in the activities there. She most recently resided at Woodridge Nursing Home, where she had wonderful caregivers and shared many laughs. Survivors include her daughter, Sabra Holm and her husband Dr. J. Lorimer Holm of Berlin, VT; grandchildren, Dr. Kristin Holm and her husband Gary Smith of Winslow, ME, Erika Holm of Middlesex, VT, Peter Holm and his wife Monica Callan of Waterbury Center, and Bronwyn Miller and her husband Kellan of IL; great-grandchildren Erik Pendleton, Michael Pendleton, Silas Dowen, Sara Smith, Evan Smith, Drew Smith, Regan Smith, Adelaide Rooney, Siobhan Rooney, Nancy Sue Miller, and Natania Miller as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her children Jacqueline Steward and Robert Steward; a grandchild, Stephanie Steward; and her siblings, Vivian Spence, Mitchell Kanady, and Moses Kanady Jr. There will be no local services. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Dixon, IL. Memorial Contributions may be made to Heaton Woods, 10 Heaton Street,Montpelier, VT 05602 or Woodridge Nursing Home, PO Box 550, Barre, VT 05641.

, (April 22, 1923 - March 10, 2012) of South Royalton, Vermont died peacefully on Saturday. Esther was a sixth-generation Vermonter, born in 1923 and brought up in Montpelier. Though she lived in and traveled to many other places, she returned to Vermont for the last three decades of her life. She wrote the seminal text, "Vermont Place-Names", restored a 1782 farmhouse in South Royalton, and served as Librarian and Archivist for the Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock. In 2007 she received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Center for Research on Vermont. She was preceded in death by her son Alexander. She will be greatly missed by her surviving son, Brian Swift, her daughter-in-law, Bonnie Swift, her loving grandchildren, Alexander, Jason, Jennifer, Katherine, and Andrew, her five great-grandchildren, and her many friends and admirers. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are encouraged to consider Friends of the West Hartford Library, 242 Carousel Court, White River Junction, VT 05001 or the Center for Research on Vermont at UVM. A website, www.esthermunroeswift.com, is planned for those who would like more information about this remarkable woman. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 13th at Green Mount Cemetery in Montpelier. A memorial service will be held later in the spring at the Green Mount Cemetery Chapel. An annoucement will be published prior to the service.

, 39, of Country Club Road died on Monday, January 9, 2012 at his home surround by his loving family after a 12 year battle with Synovial Sarcoma, a form of cancer. He was born on December 7, 1972 in Berlin, VT, the son of Paul William and Patricia Ann (Stoddard) Sykas. He graduated from Montpelier High School in the class of 1991. After graduation he attended New England College and then transferred to UVM where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree. After college he began working in his family’s restaurant, The Lobster Pot. It was there that he learned all aspects of running a restaurant, including his talent as a chef. Once his parents decided to retire and close the restaurant, Steve bought and ran Yankee Wine and Spirits in Montpelier. On August 12, 2000, he married Amy Lane at the family camp on Groton Pond. While in high school, Steve was a talented hockey player. He continued to play in informal games with friends throughout college. Recently he reminisced about the enjoyment he had while coaching youth hockey. As a passionate outdoorsman, Steve enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was an active member of the Central Vermont Bassmasters Club and also Ducks Unlimited. Steve participated in many fishing tournaments in the area as well as some professional bass tournaments in North Carolina and on Lake Champlain. Steve most enjoyed fishing with his nephews as well as with his loyal, hunting, sleeping, and eating buddy; his dog, Muka. For a number of years, Steve was the chairperson for the Central Vermont Chapter of the American Cancer Society’s "Relay for Life". Above all else Steve enjoyed life. His practical jokes done to his friends and family were committed out of the love and respect he had for them. Steve was considered a "specialist in creative bonfires" and enjoyed the camaraderie that he shared with his friends and family while having these social gatherings. Survivors include his dog, Muka; his wife, Amy Sykas; parents, Paul and Pat Sykas of Groton Pond, VT; sister, Julie DiPilato, her husband, Chris and their family Jacob, Ryan, and their dog Molly of Barnstable, MA; father and mother-in-law, Clair and Pat Lane of Calais, VT; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins on both sides of the family. There will be no formal funeral service, however, calling hours will be held from 2:00-5:00 pm on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home in Montpelier. Steve requested that any services for him be a time to reflect on happier moments of his life rather than a somber event. It is therefore Steve’s wish for people not to wear black to calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.

, 77, formerly of Cedar Drive, Berlin and a resident for several years of Woodridge Nursing Home died Wednesday, August 8, 2012. Mary was born in Tarrytown, New York on December 30, 1934 the daughter of Michael & Anna (Kraynak) Sovich. She married Stephen J. Timko on May 1, 1955 in Bridgeport, CT. Mr. Timko predeceased her on July 9, 2009. Mary is survived by two daughters, Kim York of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Joanne Fraser of Little River, S.C.; three grandchildren, Nicole York of Randolph, VT; Jamie York of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Tasha Fraser of Little River, S.C.; a great-grandson, Kyle Gibbs of Randolph, VT. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Martha Enright and her husband Bob, of Fairfield, CT. A Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 14th at 11:00 am at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. Burial will follow the service at Berlin Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Woodridge Activities Fund, PO Box 550, Barre, VT 05641.

passed away on June 12, 2012 at Woodridge Nursing Home at the age of 95. She was born on November 10, 1916 in Broome, Quebec, the daughter of John and Jennie Thompson. She and her family moved to the United States when she was ten and graduated from Plainfield High School. She married Floyd M. Tucker of Plainfield on February 19, 1944. They resided in Calais for many years until she moved to Barre after the death of her husband in 1975. Bertha worked at the Adamant Cooperative and was manager for a number of years. Her hobbies were crocheting, watching television and doing crossword puzzles. She is survived by her daughter, Evelyn Leonard and her husband Edward of Calais and Ocala, FL; two grandsons, Gregory Leonard and his life partner Inga Smith of Dunedin, New Zealand; and Christopher Leonard and his wife Monique of Walpole, MA; and their son and Bertha’s great grandson, Ethan Eric Leonard; she is also survived by a sister, Mildred Slayton of Barre; and many nieces and nephews. Bertha was predeceased by her husband, Floyd Tucker; siblings, Norman Thompson, Gladys Lawson, and Irene Holmes; and grandson, Eric E. Leonard. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, June 25th at Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier. Burial will follow the service at Plain-Mont Cemetery, East Montpelier.

, 88, of Moonlight Terrace, died on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at the Berlin Health and Rehab Center. She was born in Randolph, VT on March 12, 1924, the daughter of John and Eleanor (Wright) Hamilton. She graduated from Montpelier High School in 1942. On November 11, 1960, she married Samuel R. Valentine in Montpelier. Mr. Valentine predeceased her on July 3, 1993. Madeline worked for the State of Vermont Department of Agriculture and retired from there in 1984 after 40 years of service. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, Rob Morris Order of the Eastern Star #22, Central Vermont Humane Society, and the retired Vermont State Employee Association. Survivors include a stepson, Kenneth Valentine of Lebanon, NH and a brother- in- law, Leonard Church of Johnsonville, NY; step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Madeleine was predeceased by her sister, Gwendolyn Church on March 5, 2008. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.

, 38, of New Orleans, LA and formerly of Montpelier, VT died October 27, 2012 in New Orleans. She was born in Montpelier, VT July 5, 1974 to James H. and Linda C. Valz. She was educated in the Montpelier school system. She received her B.A. from the University of Rhode Island in Psychology and Women’s Studies. She held a M.S. degree in Criminology and Justice Studies from Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI with a concentration on emerging trends of 4th Amendment exceptions due to advances in technology. At the time of her death, she was a second year law student at Tulane University Law School. Prior to entering law school, Susan was a Director in FTI’s Forensic and Litigation and Group in Manhattan, NY. Prior to moving to New York, Susan worked as an auto insurance fraud investigator, and spent several years working in law enforcement at various Police Departments in Rhode Island. Along with her parents, Susan is survived by her step-mother, Eileen Peterson; sister, Jo D. Livingston and her husband Tim Livingston of Concord, NH; brother, Bill Valz of Overland Park, KS; and a niece, Courtney Livingston and nephew, Drew Livingston; as well as many uncles, aunts and cousins. She also leaves many dear friends including William Downey of Plymouth, MA. Susan was predeceased by her Step Father Harry R. Slingerland; aunt Nancy Grandbois and her paternal and maternal grandparents. There will be no calling hours. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family in Barre, VT at Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Susan’s name may be made to Franklin Animal Hospital, 39 Hill Rd. Franklin NH 03235 or to Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, PO Box 459, South Hero, VT 05486

, 74, the son of Alvin Vivian Sr. and Cameila (Poulin) Vivian, born in Williamstown on Dec. 25, 1938, raised in Graniteville, passed away at his home in East Montpelier, on Jan. 20, 2012, due to a long battle with various health issues. His prior employment included a lengthy career at Whitcomb's Furniture in East Barre. Butch eventually retired from the United States Postal Service after a 20-plus-year career as a rural postal carrier. During his retirement, he delighted in spending time with his great-grandchildren at his home in East Montpelier. He passionately enjoyed reading and writing his personal memoirs. Butch also spent many hours hunting, fishing and gardening. Butch had many family members and close friends who loved him dearly. Butch is predeceased by his parents; his wife, Amelda J. (Farnham) Vivian; brothers: Alvin "Babe" Vivian Jr., Calvin Vivian, Carl Vivian, Raymond C. Vivian Sr.; sister Eloise (Vivian) Peake; great-granddaughter Diandra L. Jernigan; and nephew William "Billy" Vivian. Butch is survived by his daughters: Karen M. (Vivian) Lachance, of East Montpelier, Melanie J. (Vivian) Reneger and her husband, William Reneger, of Yadkinville, N.C.; stepdaughters: Amy Watker, of Burlington, and Naomi Watker, of Milton; grandchildren: Daniel R. Barnett and Jodee J. Jernigan; great-grandchildren: Mileena M. Jagger, Nyah L. Newton, Cameron and Cahlia Winston (twins); many cousins, nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held later in the spring at St. Sylvester's Cemetery in Barre Town, where he will be laid to rest with his parents. The family will be receiving guests this Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at 1 p.m. at Butch's home in East Montpelier. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that all contributions be made out to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice. A very special thank you to Bonnie Breer, you are simply amazing, also Amanda, Deb, Bet, and Kat - All our love, Robert and family.

(June 25, 1924 - October 15, 2012) - Ollie was born in 1924 along with her twin sister Maud, and grew up in Sea Cliff on Long Island, NY. They went to UVM, and then Katherine Gibbs Secretarial College and worked at NBC in New York City. Ollie married John Wackerman in May 1948, and they were married for over 50 years. They moved to Montpelier VT so that John could practice law here, and he eventually became a Superior Court judge, a 4-term member of the state legislature, and Commissioner of Social Welfare. They lived in Montpelier for 50 years, before moving to Florida in the late 90’s. Ollie died in Shelburne, VT on Oct. 15 at age 88 after a brief bout of pneumonia. Over the years, Ollie worked at WSKI radio in Montpelier, and ran a business out of her home handling business affairs for out-of-state companies. She was a founding member of Montpelier Theatre Guild, and served as treasurer for decades. She loved performing and was seen in a great many of their shows – favorites were Guys & Dolls, Born Yesterday, and Sabrina Fair. Ollie exuded a “dramatic” personality, and brought flair to everything she did. She was very active in Montpelier’s Episcopal Church, where she served as treasurer for many years, and also became the first woman lay reader. Her dramatic skills were also well used when reading the weekly lesson from the pulpit. Ollie and John were founding members of the Sipping and Sailing Society, and they enjoyed a large and wonderful group of Montpelier friends who sailed and camped together – and sipped a bit while doing so! Loads of kids and dogs and adults would converge on Lake Groton several times a year, where sailing races were held and families had BBQs and smores. Ollie and her daughters spent summers in Sea Cliff at the beach, and the family always had black lab dogs or cats underfoot. Ollie is survived by 3 daughters: Linda and husband Mark Sherman of Charlotte, VT; Jorie of Seattle, WA; and Susan of Rancho Santa Fe, CA; as well as 2 grandchildren, Trey and Elise Sherman. A Memorial service will be held Friday, Oct. 19, at 2pm at Shelburne Trinity Episcopal Church, in Shelburne VT. Donations may be made in Ollie’s name to Lost Nation Theatre, 39 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602

, died August 14, at the Rowan Court Nursing Facility peacefully surrounded by her family, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia. Born June 7th, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Florence Coolbeth of Hardwick, VT. On October 9, 1964, she married Floyd E. Wagner of Waterbury, VT where they made their home for many years and later settling in Barre, VT. Barbara worked many years at VCIL as a Deaf Advocate. She also taught sign language at CCV, and spent several years as the President of the MBAD (Montpelier Barre Associates for the Deaf). Her love was crocheting, crafts, collecting Mickey Mouse and Cat items, spending time with her cat Angel and all her friends. Barb is survived by her loving and devoted husband Floyd; her only child Patty Vance and husband Gary; eight grandchildren, Kris Fisk and wife Amanda and their children Kordell, Trevett and Emileigh, Shawn Vance and wife, Cassie and their son Bromlei, Jennifer White and husband Nick and their children Elaina, Ben, and Izayah, Hope Vance and fiancé, Loren Burdick and her children, Desarae and Hunter, and their father, Dana Norton, Sonya and Brianna Vance, and Ashley Arlen-Vance, all of Barre; sister, Mildred Derosia of New Hamphshire; childhood friend, Jeri Kennison of Middlesex, VT; and many nieces and nephews. Barbara is predeceased by her parents, a brother, Walter Coolbeth, and grandson, L. Floyd Charles Dushon. Special thanks to Bayada Hospice, Capt. Travis and Kim DeLong and Jay Morris for the Salvation Army, and the Activities Department at Rowan Court. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorial contributions to go Bayada Hospice 110 Kimball Ave, Suite 250, South Burlington, VT 05403, for there excellent care they gave. A gathering will be held at the Salvation Army, 25 Keith Ave in Barre, on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM.

, 60, of Northfield Street, Montpelier passed into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 4, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care with her family at her side. Nancy was born on August 12, 1952 in Montpelier the daughter of Philip & Verna (Roya) Walbridge. She attended St. Michael’s Graded Schools and Montpelier High School. She enjoyed life and spending time with her family and friends. Many of her son’s friends looked up to her as a Mother figure. She loved traveling, camping, hunting, sitting around at camp fires, boating, bowling, candles wind chimes and owls as well as listening to Rock & Roll music. Nancy was a member of the VFW Ladies Aux. Nancy worked for the State of Vermont Department of Employment & Training for over 30 years. She also worked at Country Cousins in Barre. She is survived by her son, Dondi Walbridge of Montpelier and granddaughters, Angel Walbridge & Jasmine Donovan; sisters, Mary Tevyaw of Greenville, SC; Marlene Walbridge of Colchester, VT; brothers, Philip Walbridge and his wife, Brenda of Waterbury Center, VT; Peter Walbridge and his wife, Sue of Williamstown, VT; Mark Walbridge and his wife, Judy of Maulden SC: David Walbridge and his wife, Barbara of Greenville, SC; Joseph Walbridge and his wife, Tina of Newport, NH; Ronald Walbridge and his wife, Cheri of Northfield, VT; many nieces and nephews, and special friends, Theresa Senecal, Paula Curtis, & Mary McLellan-Gomes. She is also survived by her former husband, Fred Springer and his family, Fred MacKenzie, Sherry Hurley, Terry Williams, Anthony Springer, and Lucretia MacKenzie. Nancy was pre-deceased by two sisters, Brenda Sweeney, Verna Mae Clow and a brother William Walbridge. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, November 11th from 2-4 pm at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A prayer service will start at 3 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, Inc., 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641 or to American Heart Association, 312 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 88, of Westview Meadows, Montpelier formerly of Barre and Rotonda West Fl, died on Thursday, December 13, 2012 at the Woodridge Nursing Home. She was born June 25, 1924 in East Norwalk, CT, the daughter of Charles and Florence (Taylor) Maxfield. She attended Johnson City High School in Johnson City, NY, graduating in 1942. She later received her Bachelor of Science degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1946. On April 16, 1948 she married Joel H. Walker. Mr. Walker predeceased her on December 24, 2006. She worked as a Laboratory Technician in Springfield Mass. She later earned a degree in education, worked in Barre City Schools as a permanent substitute teacher and served on the Barre School Board. She was a member of the Philomeheans and member of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd of Barre. Serving as a vestry member, she held every position on the vestry over the years and served on the alter guild. Marcia was an avid golfer and was a long time member of the Barre Country Club and Rotonda West Country Club in Florida. She played in tournaments in Vermont and Florida, many of which she won. She was a Hospital Auxiliary member. In Florida she volunteered time reading with school children in the local schools. She had many creative interests including gardening, refinishing furniture and rug hooking. She loved animals and volunteered for an animal shelter in Florida walking dogs. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Lusignan and husband, Larry of Groveland, MA; sons, Charles D. Walker and wife, Tina of Plainfield, VT; and James J. Walker and wife, Gayle of Hopkinton, MA; grandchildren, Connor Walker, Taylor Lusignan, Bryanne Walker, Jack Walker, and Zachary Walker. She was predeceased by her husband Joel H. Walker and sister, Constance Smith. A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Dec 19th, 11am, at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington Street, Barre. Memorial contributions may be made to the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 39 Washington Street, Barre, VT 05641 or Central Vermont Hospital, PO Box 547, Barre, VT 05641. .

, formerly of Farmington, Connecticut, died December 26, 2012 at the Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin, Vermont. She was born November 7, 1918 in Norway, the daughter of Herman and Harriet Karoline Schultz. In 1940 she married Arne Welhaven in Oslo, Norway. She accompanied him in moving to Hartford, Connecticut in 1952 with their two children, Arne and Agathe. Dr. Welhaven died in 1984. She received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work in 1963. She practiced as a psychiatric social worker for many years in the Hartford area, providing invaluable assistance and support to her many clients. In 1979 she married Sven Fougner. They resided at Farmington Woods in Farmington, Connecticut. Mr. Fougner predeceased her in 2007. Survivors include her daughter Agathe McQueston of Montpelier, Vermont, her son Arne Welhaven of Billings, Montana, her granddaughter Camilla Welhaven of Portland, Oregon, her stepdaughters Kari (Fougner) Inglis of Columbus, Ohio, Cici (Fougner) Hunt of South Natick, Massachusetts, and Kiki (Fougner) Karpen of Ponte Vedra, Florida, her stepsons Jan Fougner of Oakland, California, Svein Fougner of Rancho Palos Verdes, California, and Peter Fougner of San Diego, California, as well as their respective partners, children and grandchildren. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held in the Summer of 2013. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Foodbank, 33 Parker Road, Barre, Vermont, 05641 or to the foodbank in your locality.

, 60, of Barre Street, and formerly of Lincoln Ave., Montpelier died Saturday, September 29, 2012 at Fletcher Allen Health Care from complications due to a brief illness and a fall earlier this summer. Mark was born in Middlebury, VT on July 28, 1952, the son of Clement B. and Marilyn (Sears) Wemitt. Mark attended St. Michael’s Grade School in Montpelier. Mark did odd jobs for folks in Montpelier and Waterbury. He was always glad to have friends stop at his home to visit and talk. Survivors include his mother, Marilyn of Montpelier; three sisters, Gail Pinard of Hoonah, Alaska; Beth Plante of East Montpelier, VT; and Jaye Kwasnik of Glenwood, NJ; a brother, Todd Wemitt of Montpelier; as well as nieces and nephews. Mark had two cats that he adored, Sidney & Samantha and a special friend, Harris Webster, who helped him every week for many years. Mark was predeceased by his father and brother Matthew, both in 1973. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 5th from 1- 2 pm at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A Memorial service will begin at 2:00 pm. Burial will be in the family lot at Binghamville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.

, 81, born and raised on the family farm in West Berlin, VT and recently residing in South Duxbury, VT, passed away at his residence on April 9, 2012 following a stroke he suffered in late October. Richard was the youngest son of Fred and Ola (Warren) Wheeler. He is survived by two remaining sisters, Evelyn Law and Beverly Parsons and is predeceased by his six brothers and two sisters. Richard attended the Riverton School and upon obtaining his GED served as a mechanic in post-war Germany while in the Army. After taking some courses at Vermont Technical College, he was hired and worked at Green Mountain Power in Montpelier for 30 years as a lineman and later as a member of the electrical maintenance crew. After retirement, he continued to work at Legare’s Farm in East Calais as a field hand. Richard is survived by children from his first marriage to Cecelia (Baldwin) Duquette of South Ryegate. They include his son Ernest and his wife Cindy; his daughter Bernardine and her husband Steve; and his son Brian. He was predeceased by his eldest daughter Diane. In 1981 Richard married Marilyn (Nutter). They resided for several years in Marshfield, East Montpelier and Woodbury until his “second” retirement and their subsequent purchase of an RV and move to Arizona. They shared a great love of the outdoors, exploring the countryside and served as caretakers for a couple National Parks in Vermont. They returned frequently to Vermont during the summer months until her passing in 2009. Richard is survived in this union by his step-children Steven G. Nutter and his wife Rose; Stanley A. Nutter; Kevin W. Nutter; Frank W. Nutter, Jr.; Amy L. Sweeney and husband Timothy N. Sweeney. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, fourteen step-grandchildren and five step-grandchildren as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and extended relations. From his time growing up on the farm, Richard had always enjoyed working and recreating outdoors, including hunting, fishing, and growing vegetables in his garden as well as the fields at Legare’s. He also enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles, word searches and even took a painting course and dabbled at creating nature scenes which he gave as gifts to family members. He took joy in helping others, be it doing odd jobs around the house, hammering nails, or hiding carrots in his pocket while feeding the family horses. Viewing hours will be at Guare and Sons Funeral Home on School Street in Montpelier from 2 to 4 PM on Saturday, April 14, 2012.