, 84, of Newport Center, VT died early Friday morning November 29, 2013 at Bel-Aire Nursing Home after a very long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on April 19, 1929, in Newport, VT. the only child of the late Herbert and Florence (Selby) Tute. Lorraine grew up in Newport Center, VT and graduated from Newport Center High School class of 1947, as Valedictorian. She enjoyed playing piano, throughout her life. She taught piano lessons for students for many years. She was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Newport, VT for many years, and an organist there for twenty-five years. She grew up in her home with her parents, where the U.S. Postal Office was located. She had first hand knowledge of the Postal service, eventually she became a Postal clerk, for many years. In 1975, she was sworn in as Postmaster in Newport Center, VT and retired in 1992. She was very active with National League of Postmasters, and the Retired League of Postmasters. She was an active citizen/member in Newport Center, VT, being on the zoning board, planning board, auditor, justice of the peace, for many years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter in Troy, VT and later in Newport, VT. She was a life member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Newport, VT. She enjoyed traveling, camping, reading, arts and crafts, playing darts, and animals. In her retirement years, she was a volunteer for many organizations that included: R.S.V.P., North Country Hospital, Traffic Safety One, and Compassionate Friends. She was very instrumental in forming the Victim’s Assistance Program. Lorraine had a big heart and a great smile, she would help anyone who was in need, and she really enjoyed visiting with people. One of her favorite jobs she liked to do was bookkeeping, she enjoyed working with numbers. She was a bookkeeper for a few years with Malcolm Pickel Building Contractor, and in earlier years with the Edwin Earl Insurance Co. She was married on October 27, 1947, to Daniel Maloney, they had two children, Thomas of Newport, VT, and Betty of Newport Center, VT. A son Michael Maple died in 1973. Dan died in 1989. Her parents, and a very special Aunt, Rotha Schayltz, and family friend Larry Allard predeceased her. She had many friends through the years, which included Thelma Moulton, Betty Murphy, and Marilyn Forbes. Also her friends Retired Postmasters: Betty Olsen, Carletta Legacy, Millie Fournier, and Sylvia Cramer, to name a few. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT on Tuesday December 3, 2013 from 1-3 and 6-8 PM where funeral services will be held on Wednesday December 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Cameron Miller officiating. Spring interment will be held at the Newport Center Cemetery. A reception will follow the service at the Elks Lodge in Derby, VT. Tom and Betty wish to extend a very special thanks to Dr. Robert Trembley, of the Community Medical Associates, for all his wonderful care for Mom, over the years. We also want to extend a very heartfelt thank you, to the wonderful staff at Bel-Aire Quality Care Home for there exceptional quality care and concern shown to Mom, and us, words cannot express our gratitude. Lorraine had a great love for animals, especially her beloved cat Buster. Flowers are nice, but her wish was for contributions to be made to the Friends of Felines Foundation, P.O. Box 1316, Newport, VT 05855.

, Sr., 72, of Newport, VT passed away on November 28, 2013 in Newport, VT surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 8, 1941 in Newport Center, VT a son of Blaine and Natalie (Armstrong) Calloway. On June 18, 1960 he married Betty Hardy who survives him. Roger was a truck driver for Grays Paving. He loved watching NASCAR, wrestling, going camping, hunting, having family cookouts, and telling stories. Mr. Calloway was a member of the American Legion Post 28 in North Troy, VT. He is survived by his wife the love of his life Betty Calloway of Newport, VT, his children: Darlene Gaudette of Orleans, VT, Roger Calloway, Jr. and his fiancé Lori Collins of Derby, VT, Dwayne Calloway and his fiancé Tracy Archer of Newport, VT, Debbie Perry of Derby, VT, and Donna Malshuk and her husband Dennis of Newport, VT, grandchildren: Dwayne Jr., Scott Perry, Travis Calloway, Amber Perry, Tonya Calloway, Jacob Calloway, Desiree Malshuk, Dakota Calloway, and Mykayla Malshuk, five great-grandchildren, a brother Donald Calloway Sr. and his wife Ilene of Orleans, VT, a sister Priscilla Simpson of Orleans, VT, a step brother Russelll Calloway of Ottawa, PQ, special niece Linda Bennett and her husband Norman of Coventry, VT, several nieces and nephews, a special friend John Pelletier of North Tory, VT and by his beloved dog “Buddy”. He was predeceased by Betty Scott and Louise Dionne, and by a special friend Hillary Baker. Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT with the Rev. Paul Prince officiating. Should friends desire contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association Vermont Affiliate Inc., 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 57, of Derby, VT passed away suddenly on November 24, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born September 18, 1956 in Newport, VT to Howard and Joyce (Perkins) Blanchard. Brenda was a former member of the Barton EMT and she volunteered for the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, North Country Hospital and Northeast Kingdom TV. She is survived by her children: Jessica Poirier and her husband Jeff of Glover, VT, Christy Loukes and her husband Karl of Newport, VT, Jason Rafferty and William Rafferty of Newport, VT. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Holly, Cody, Alexis, Hannah, Mitchell, Chantal, Kloie, and Karl, Jr. She is survived by her siblings: Eugene Childers and his wife Jean of Brandon, VT, Michael Blanchard of Orleans, VT, and Susan Mugford and her husband Craig of East Montpelier, VT. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday December 2, 2013 at the New Hope Bible Church in Irasburg, VT with Pastor George Lawson officiating.

, 92, of Troy, VT passed away on November 22, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born January 14, 1921 in Jay, VT to Delphis and Rose (Fortin) Bacon. On September 28, 1942 she married Laurent Leblanc who predeceased her in 2007. Georgette was employed at the Newport Plastic Factory for several years and retired from Indian Head Plywood after 20 years. She was very active in the Elks and the American Legion. Among her hobbies, she enjoyed playing bingo and cards. She loved to work in her flower garden and huge vegetable garden. We shall miss her cooking, her home made doughnuts, pies and her famous baked beans. She was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy, the American Legion Auxiliary Post 28, of North Troy and Ladies of Ste Anne of Troy, VT. She is survived by her children: Lorraine Warner of Locust Grove VA, Rose Marie Pepin of Meriden, CT, Laurent Leblanc, Jr of North Troy, VT, Rachel Powers and her husband Richard of Coventry, VT, by her grandchildren: Jamie, Jacqueline, Stephanie, Tara, and Scott, and by 8 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters: Theresa Descheneau of Derby Line, VT, and Lucille Viens of Claremont, NH, by her sisters-in-law- Julie Bourne of Morrisville, VT, and Yvette Leblanc of Newport, VT, by her brothers-in-law-Gaston Leblanc of North Troy, VT, and Leonard Leblanc and his wife Joyce of Tampa, FL, and by several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held in the Spring at St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, lifelong resident of Orleans, VT, passed away at her home on November 18th, 2013 at the age of 104. She was born on July 9, 1909 in Orleans, the daughter of Elwin and Ethel (Elkins) Wheeler. Lillian graduated from Orleans High School in 1928 and in June of this year attended the Orleans High School Alumni Banquet and celebrated her 85th year. Following high school she worked at the Derick Photography Studio which was located on the upper floor of the Austin Drug Store building in Orleans. On September 17, 1932 she married Darrell Hoyt, who predeceased her in January 2002. After her five children were grown, she worked as librarian at the Jones Memorial Library for many years. She was a marvelous cook, home baked bread, rolls, doughnuts were among her favorite things to cook and share with family and neighbors. She is survived by four children: Shirley and her husband Dwane Austin of Jericho, Bob of Orleans, Rick and his wife Judy of Orleans, and Mary Lou and her husband Edward Wood of CA, eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren and by several nieces and nephews. A son, Ross, predeceased her in 1974. She is also survived by a special friend of many years and caregiver over the last few years, Pauline Fairbrother of Orleans who has made it possible for her to stay in her home until her death. For her love, help and friendship we are forever grateful. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Orleans Emergency Unit, C/O Dot Collier, Treas, 1327 Dry Pond Rd, Glover, VT 05839.

, 74, of Glover, Vt., passed away on November 17, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 6, 1939, in Teaneck, N.J., to Gordon and Jessie (Bennett) Ehrlich. On August 3, 1994, she married John W. Rodgers who survives her. Judy loved her dogs Ziggy and Zoey, gardening, sewing, and hooking rugs. She was very artistic and enjoyed creating things. She loved people and traveling to Florida every winter where she had many friends. She is survived by her husband John W. Rodgers of Glover, Vt.; by her children Lori Halsey and her partner Bob Montgomery of Derby, Vt., Nancy Lewis and her fiancé Jim Flasck of E. Lansing, Mich., and Lee Perry and her husband Andrew of Rochester, N.Y.; by her step-children Nikki, John S. Rodgers and his wife Brenda of Glover, Vt., Diane and Kelly Young-Rodgers of Montpelier, Vt., and Mark Rodgers and his wife Dawn of Glover, Vt.; by her grandchildren Augie, Lindsay, Jeffrey, Alex, Katie, Annie, Jewel, Jake, Jess, Tyler, Megan, John Finley, Derek, Violet, Ian, Jesse and Alexis; and by her two great grandchildren Noah and Nina. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday November 22, 2013, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, November 22, 2013, from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. Should friends or family desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 1120 G. Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20005. This was very close to her heart.

, 59 of Brownington, VT passed away suddenly on November 16, 2013 at her home. She was born March 24, 1954 in Newport, VT to Constantine and Gertrude (Twombley ) Fotiou. On December 24, 1985 she married John Moore-Lamphere, Sr who survives her. Connie’s family was her life. She enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and she liked to cook and feed a crowd of people. She also enjoyed gardening and she was always ready to give a helping hand to anybody that needed her. Connie cooked in several of the area restaurants including the Valley House which she ran for over a year. She also worked at Ethan Allen for about 12 years. She was always a hard worker. She is survived by her husband John of Brownington, VT, by her children: Travis Horton of Douglas, WY, Kevin Horton of Westmore, VT, John Moore-Lamphere, Jr of Brownington, VT, and Peter Moore-Lamphere of Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Samantha, Molly, Jordan, Jonathan, Trystan, Alexandra, Krista, and Gabrielle and by her sister Susan Charron and her husband Gunther of FL. She will be missed by her ever present 4 legged companion Luna. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday November 21, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. A graveside service will be held in the Spring at the Brownington Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 70 of Derby passed away unexpectedly early Saturday morning, November 16, 2013 in Newport. Elaine was born in Hartford Connecticut, on November 19, 1942, the daughter of Jerry and Natalie Davis. She attended schools in Derby and was a proud, active alumna of Derby Academy. In 1961, she attended Champlain Business College then completed an associates degree in business through the Community College of Vermont in 1980. She recently returned to membership in the Northstar 25 Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star and new member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was an active member of Community National Bank Community Circle and the Vermont 251 Club which she very much enjoyed. A compassionate senior companion and caregiver with an infectious laugh, she was a generous and loving woman adored by many people. A volunteer at the Derby Historical Society, she was also the author of numerous articles for the Northland Journal including many about Jay's Snack Bar. She was an avid scrap-booker, researcher of family genealogy and collector of cookbooks who published several cookbooks of her own. She lived for dancing, music, cooking, her dog Missy and the love of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents and ex-husband Paul Pepin previously of Brownington. She is survived by her long-time partner and loving companion Joel "Papa Joe" Howes of Derby; her four children Theresa Pepin of Eden Mills; Dianne Pepin of Laconia, NH; Jerry Pepin and his wife Sonja of Brownington; and Christine Favreau and her husband Mark of Sheldon; by grandchildren Heidi Cyr; Jeannie Powers; Michelle Pepin, Geralyn, Gerin and Jaemin Fortin Pepin: Ryan Pepin; and Madison Favreau; and great-grandchildren Cole Phillips and Hunter Carlton. She is also survived by her sister Linda Dumond and her friend Richard Roberts of Caanan; brother Kenneth Davis and his partner Sheila Dickerman of Brandon, brother Harvey Davis and his wife Joan of Bethel, and brother Craig and his wife Jean of West Charleston, as well as many beloved nephews, nieces. She loved her sisters & brothers-in-law, including Irene LeBlanc, the late Allen LeBlanc, Armand Pepin, Lorraine Pepin, Raymond Pepin, Beverly Pepin, Edward Pepin and Linda Pepin. A graveside service will be held at 10 am on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Derby Center Cemetery with Reverend Richard Whitehill officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in Elaine Pepin's memory may be made to the Derby Academy Alumni Association, c/o PO Box 757, Derby, VT 05829.

, 81, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully with her loving husband and children at her side on November 15, 2013 in Derby, VT. She was born on February 1, 1932 in Andulsia, Alabama to John and Gladine (Wissenhaunt) Merriman. On September 28, 1957 she married Charles Wilson who survives her. She is survived by her husband Charles Wilson of Newport, VT, by her children, Joyce Norrie and her husband David of St. Johnsbury Center, VT, Jonathan Wilson and his wife Marti of Brownington, VT, and Joseph Wilson and his wife Penny of Irasburg, VT, by her grandchildren: Marissa Gadapee and her husband Corey, Jesse Wilson and his wife Donna, Jamie Wilson, Danny Gosselin and fiancé Amanda Gamble, Tiana Gosselin and fiancé Dakota Moses, Skyla and Naula Wilson, Tucker Wilson, by her great grandchildren: Damyin, Kiare, McKenzie and Axel. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters: Houston Merriman of Lancaster, MA, Charles Merriman of Mountain Center, CA, William Merriman of Carrollton, TX, Louise Davis of Judsonia, AK, Ima Green of Wynnewood, OK, Lorraine Miller and her husband Allan of Eustis, FL, and Betty-Faye Haskew of Mobile, AL and by many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 30 of Derby, VT passed away suddenly on November 14, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born on November 18, 1982 in Newport, VT, to Jeffery and Julie (Stone) Willey. Amanda was a people person and was always willing to give a hand to anyone. She loved to go to the beach with her kids and her children meant the world to her. She leaves her son Tyler Dagesse and her daughter Madison Dagesse both of Barton, VT. She is survived by her father Jeff Willey and Vickie of Westmore, VT, by her mother Julie Willey of Barton, VT and by her special niece Brianna Cotnoir of Barton, VT. She is survived by her Aunts and Uncles: Peggy Bly and Tom of Derby, VT, Tammi Hodgdon of Newport, VT, Shirleen Willey and her friend Alan of Evansville, VT, Lois Menard of Glover, VT, Joan Willey and her husband Eric of N. Hyde Park, VT, Harley Stone and his wife Cathy of Craftsbury, VT, Dale Stone and his wife Audrey of West Burke, VT, John Willey and his wife Nan of Evansville, VT, and Mark Willey and his wife Cindy of Barton, VT, and by her grandmother Avis Billado of Enosburg, VT. She also leaves several cousins. Amanda was predeceased by her sister Amy Willey in 2002, by her maternal grandparents: Hugh and Blanche Stone and by several Uncles. A gathering will be held at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton on Thursday November 21, 2013 from 10:00 -11:00 A.M. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate Inc, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 99, of Island Pond, VT passed away on November 14, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born April 23, 1914 in Island Pond to Herbert and Rose (Devlin) Aldrich. In 1935 she married Ernest Bresse who predeceased her in 1989. Mrs. Breese was a member of the Daughters of Isabella Regina Circle and Past Regent of Island Pond. She loved to cook and supported area bake sales to the delight of all who bought her donuts and cakes. She also liked to embroider and did so for many years. She also canned from the many vegetables that Ernest grew in their large garden. She also assisted the teachers during lunch time for several years. She is survived by her children: Thomas Bresse and his wife Barbara of Natick, MA, William Bresse and his wife Meg of Newcaney, TX, Margaret Perkins and her husband Gerald of West Charleston, VT, by her daughter-in-law Doris Bresse of Lochmere, NH, 9 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren, by her sister Geraldine Percy of Titusville, FL. She was predeceased by a son Edmund Bresse and by her brother Donald Aldrich and her granddaughter Elizabeth Perkins. Friends may call from 2-4 P.M. on Sunday November 17, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday November 18, 2013 at St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, Island Pond, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Matre Dei Parish, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, VT 05855.

, 70, best known as “Joe”, passed away and went on ahead on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at North Country Hospital in Newport, VT of natural causes related to Multiple Sclerosis. Joe lived in Holland, Vermont with his wife Vicki. Joe was born August 21, 1943 in Newport, Vermont, the son of Bernard Fred Daggett and Thelma Willey Daggett. Joe grew up on the Daggett family farm in Holland, Vermont and he graduated from Derby Academy in 1962. Shortly after graduating, he left the family farm and bought a dump truck. He was very proud of the work he did to help build the Northern Vermont segment of Interstate 91 in the Mid-60’s. On June 15, 1968, Joe married Vicki Cowens, the love and angel of his life. Joe sold his dump truck in 1970 and built a home on his Uncle Ted’s farm on the Morgan Road in Derby. Joe and Vicki lived there for 25 years and raised their two children, Andrew and Jennifer, before they moved back to Holland in 1995. Joe loved animals and had many beloved pets in his lifetime including his beloved dog Virgil who served as his faithful companion once he was no longer able to drive. After selling his dump truck, Joe went to work for Pike Industries as a heavy equipment mover in 1970. He worked for Pike for 15 years before making a change to driving milk truck in the mid-80’s. Joe worked as a milk truck transport driver for the balance of his trucking career. Joe loved the open road and he loved to drive truck. He was meticulous with the care of his vehicles and took a great deal of pride in keeping his trucks spotless, inside and out. Joe was also a very capable mechanic and could identify and fix any problem he ever encountered with any motorized vehicle that he ever drove. In addition, he possessed a very keen, analytical and innovative mind and was often sought out for solutions to problems. After retiring from trucking in the early 90’s, Joe served as selectman for the Town of Holland and volunteered many hours with the town road crew. He found a great deal of pleasure serving in these civic roles. Joe realized his greatest enjoyment in life from spending time with the people that he loved. He was an extremely devoted family man. He is survived by his wife Vicki, his son Andrew and wife Erin of Brookfield, NH, and his daughter Jennifer and husband Ronald Patenaude of Holland. He is also survived by his grandchildren Katelyn, Jacob, and Molly Patenaude and Autumn, Audrey, and Andrea Daggett. In addition, he is survived by one brother, Gordon “Bub” Daggett of Holland, one half-sister, Alice Daggett of Newport and his nephew Steve and wife Jenny. He was pre-deceased by a half-brother, Michael Daggett, a sister-in-law Colleen, and his special father and mother-in-law John and Mollie Cowens. Joe and his family will forever be grateful to his many caregivers over the last 20 years of his life, with special, heartfelt thanks to Michelle Gonthier who cared for him with love and dedication through the most difficult stages, the VNA Nurses, Dr. Brent Tatum, and Dr. Denise Niemira. Joe was most blessed by the unconditional, unwavering, selfless care of his wife whose complete devotion allowed him to live within his home with as much quality of life as possible throughout the duration of his illness. Joe Daggett was a model man, husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He had an incredibly strong work ethic and admirable sense of honor and integrity. He was selfless, determined, and would always do more for others than he would ever do for himself. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a strong sense of purpose. Ironically, Joe’s strength was never more evident than throughout the course of his disease. As his physical body failed, his resolve and resilience strengthened. He was a remarkable example of strength through adversity. Per Joe’s request, there will be no official memorial services. Cards and remembrances can be mailed to his family at 3045 Valley Road Holland – please include specific memories. Folks are also very welcome to visit his wife and family at his home in Holland at any time. Donations in his memory can be made to Clara Nadeau -Border Livestock Plus 4-H - Gore Road Holland. These donations will be used to support agricultural youth education and character development which Joe valued deeply.

, 89, died peacefully on November 12, 2013 at her home in West Charleston, VT where she lived for 70 years. She was born on March 8, 1924 in Derby, VT to Wilfred J. and Lena (Duval) Gendreau. Mary graduated from Derby Academy in 1943. On November 8, 1943 she married Francis Griffin. During her lifetime she was a cook for the Charleston Elementary School and served on North Country Union High School’s school board for 23 years. She was also a 4H Leader and cook at Coutts-Moriarty 4H camp. She was a member of St. Benedict’s and more recently the Mater Dei Parish council. Her hobbies included crocheting, cooking, sewing and gardening. Mary is survived by: 1) her daughter Linda Simoneau, grandchildren Timothy and Tammy Simoneau, Michelle and Joey Hall, Diane and Michael Pettengill, great-grandchildren Samantha, Korrie, Morgan, Riley, Madison and Jayden Simoneau, Katelyn, Gwen and Abigail Pettengill, great-great-grandchild Penelope Long; 2) her daughter Joanne Grassette, grandchildren, David Bean, Robert and Monica Bean, Heather and Jim Buttonow, and Christopher Bean, great-grandchildren, Haley and Griffin Bean, Brandon and Heather Bean, Madison and Samuel Buttonow; 3) her daughter Sally Brochu and husband Edward, grandchildren Christine and Brian Wichert, Philip and Lynn Brochu, Daniel Brochu, great-grandchildren Isaiah and Owen Brochu; 4) her daughter Dorothy Myers and husband Barry, grandchildren Andrew and Danielle Myers, Baylee Myers, great-grandchildren Ruby and Ava Myers; 5) her son Earl Griffin; 6) her daughter Donna Willis and husband John, grandchildren Benjamin and Angela Marcoux, Jason Marcoux, Tyler Griffin-Marcoux; 7) her daughter Anne Griffin, grandchildren Melissa Currier, Trevor and Jennifer Currier, Jonathan and Janine Currier, greatgrandchildren Jonathan, Christopher, Nicholas and Daniel Carpenter, Trevor Jr., Janie and Isabella Currier, Kiana, Kayla, Andrew and Matthew Currier; 8) her son Francis “Tommy” Griffin, grandchildren Jessica and Michael McQuaig, Kylee Griffin, Cody Griffin, great-grandchildren Connor and Trevor McQuaig; 9) her daughter Jane Lueders and husband Carl, grandchildren Emma, Luke and Page; and 10) her daughter Susan Broadbent and husband Joseph, grandchildren Bethany and Matthew. Mary was predeceased by: her husband Francis Griffin; her children Nancy, Diane and Timothy Griffin; her parents Wilfred and Lena Gendreau; her sister Irene Gendreau, her son-in-law Edward Simoneau, her grandchildren Adam Myers and Matthew Sinclair; and her great grandchild Milo Jewett. Calling hours will be from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday November 15, 2013 at St. Benedict Labre Catholic Church in West Charleston, VT. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newport, VT. The family asks that any donations be made in Mary’s memory to the Mater Dei Parish, Youth Group & Family Formation, in care of Annie Gonyaw, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, VT 05855; or to Coutts-Moriarty Camp, P.O. Box 1, East Charleston, VT 05833.

, 91, of Troy passed away suddenly on November 11, 2013 at her home. She was born on April 30, 1922 in Troy to Arsene and Armande (Bessette) Brault. She married Robert Lawrence who predeceased her in 1992. She attended Sacred Heart School. Mrs. Lawrence was postmaster for the U.S. Postal Service in Troy from 1967 retiring after 22 years of service. Her hobbies included playing music, bird watching, and gardening. She loved her faith and family. She was past choir director and organist for Sacred Heart Parish for 48 years. She is survived by her daughter Patricia and her husband Raymond LeMay, by her grandchildren: Mark LeMay and his wife Barbara of Troy, VT, Maria LeMay Companion and her husband James of FL, Melissa LeMay and her fiancé Luke White of Texas, by her great grandchildren: Melina and Michael LeMay, Chantal Companion and her husband Brian Knudsen, Marcia Piper, and by her great great grandchildren: Hayden and Jacoby. She leaves her sisters: Cecile Harold and her companion Carl Mowery, Yolande Lahue and her husband Marvin. She was predeceased by her sisters: Theresa, Fernande, Rachel, and Estelle and her brothers Albert and John. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Wednesday November 13, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday November 14, 2013 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy with the Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Jay Food Shelf, 1036 VT Route 242, Jay, VT 05859.

, Sr, 70, of Holland, VT, died on November 10, 2013 in Lebanon, NH. He was born August 15, 1943 in Somerset, NJ to Elwood and Marie (Hagan) Hendershot. On July 8, 1967 he married Mary Marrolli who survives him. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Mr. Hendershot was employed by North Country High School where he retired after 8 years of service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood working, going for rides in the area, football, and NASCAR especially watching Jeff Gordon. He loved having his grandchildren come for visits and watching them grow up. He was a member of the American Legion Post 100 of Montpelier, VT, and a life time member of the Sergeantville, NJ, Volunteer Fire Department. He is being missed by his grand dog Millie. He is survived by his wife Mary Hendershot of Holland,VT, by his children: Lisa Martin and her husband Luc of Island Pond, VT, and Charles T. Hendershot, Jr and his wife Melissa of Georgia, VT, by his grandchildren: Joshua, Joanthan, Fallon, Domini, Jacob, Theodore, and Nicole and by the following nieces and nephews: Tracey, Donald E, Dawn, Alicia, Donald, Jr, Michael and Luisa and by his brother-in-law Donald Marrolli and his wife Maria. He was predeceased by his brother Donald Hendershot. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday December 7, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday December 7, 2013 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Full military honors will be held immediately following the service at the funeral home. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to his daughter Lisa Martin, P.O.Box 502, Derby, VT 05829 for family assistance to cover expenses.

, 88, of Island Pond, Vermont, passed away on November 10, 2013, in her home that she shared with her son, Scott Buchman. She was born on January 25, 1925, in Mt. Jewett, Pennsylvania, a daughter of Cecil and Goldie (Murphy) Ordiway. After graduating from Mt. Jewett High School in June 1942, she moved to Washington D.C. to assist in the war effort, working with the Army Map Service. On November 7, 1946, she married Erich Eugene Buchman, a private in the U.S. Air Force, in Tucson, Arizona. They went on to raise four children, eventually retiring in Island Pond, where they spent more than 30 years. Her husband predeceased her in April 2009. Betty enjoyed a long and loving life as a mother and homemaker. She was an avid birdwatcher, and she loved animals, gardening, and the outdoors. She is survived by three children,including daughter Doreen Lee Buchman and son-in-law William Lammers of Kutztown, Pennsylvania; son Avery Scott Buchman of Island Pond; and daughter Lisa Kerstine (Buchman) Presutto and son-in-law Patrick Presutto of Parkertown, New Jersey, as well as daughter-in-law Peggy (Peltz) Buchman of Fern Glen, Pennsylvania. She is also survived by five grandchildren, including Nicole Rose Ozgul and her husband Aytac of Beach Haven West, New Jersey; Kyra Lee Lammers of St. Paul, Minnesota; Erica Maxine Lammers of Kutztown, Pennsylvania; Gregory Peltz of Lighthouse, Pennsylvania; and Brian Peltz of Pine Hill, New Jersey, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. Betty was predeceased by a son, Craig Lane Buchman of Vincentown, New Jersey, as well as five siblings, including Audrey Jane (Ordiway) Burns of Tampa, Florida; Verle Norman Ordiway of Franklin, Pennsylvania; Ralph Elbert Ordiway of Tampa, Florida; Alice Virginia (Ordiway) Owen of Mt. Jewett, Pennsylvania; and Erda Kathryn (Ordiway) Flanigan of Dover, New Hampshire. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 23, at 2:00 p.m. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond. A reception hosted by the family will be held at the Island Pond American Legion immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 4473 Barton-Orleans Road, Orleans Vermont 05860-9028.

, 86, passed away on November 10, 2013, with her loving family by her side at her home in Newport, VT. Lucille was born in Barre, VT to John and Ruth Gonyer. Ever the trendsetter, Lucille moved to the city of Boston to experience the fabulous 1940’s. She later moved back to Barre, where she married her one true love, Soteros G. Maniatty, on February 23, 1952. Lucille was predeceased by her husband, Soteros, in 1974, and her daughter, Mary Jane Paquin in 1994. She is survived by her son George Maniatty, his wife Maureen, and his daughter, Kristin Wojuck; Mary Jane’s children, Rhonda Woodard, Scott Woodard, Stacey Sousa, Melissa Paquin Evans, Jennifer Marie Paquin, and Michael Latendress; her son John-O Maniatty, his wife Debby, and their children, Taramesha Tatro, Grace Maniatty, Anathea Draper, Becky Rodgers, Stephania Fregeau, and Jennifer Smith; her son Soteras G. Maniatty; her son Chris Maniatty and his daughters, Holly Maniatty, Lindsey Warner, and Shelby Maniatty; her daughter Loreen Cimalore and her sons, Joe Cimalore and Justin Cimalore; her daughter Lynette Maniatty and Lynette’s fiancée, Randy Wilson. Lucille had 31 great grandchildren, and counting. Lucille always considered her family to be her finest accomplishment in her life, and she cherished them all. Lucille was employed by Bates and Murray for many years. She then became the credit manager for Montgomery Ward. Before retiring, she worked for Mark Selan at Sel-Bar Weaving in Newport, VT. She was also a proud member of the St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. In her free time, she enjoyed sewing, knitting, reading, and gardening. Her greatest passion was being a cheerleader and supporter of all her family’s sporting events and activities. Lucille’s wishes were that her life was to be celebrated in a private family gathering, which will be held on Saturday, November 16, at her home. In lieu of flowers, Lucille would appreciate donations to the Frontier Animal Society 4473 Barton Orleans Road, Orleans VT 05860 802-754-2228, as she adored all of her pets that she adopted from there. Her quiet, loving manner, and subtle wit will be greatly missed.

, Jr, 54, of North Troy, Vermont passed away on November 9, 2013 in Burlington, VT. He was born on November 11, 1958 in Newport, VT to Dorio Roberts, Sr and the late Geneva (Denton) Roberts. Dorio enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle, cooking, and working in his garden. He was a very jolly, good-humored person, and was known in the area as “Little Doe.” His hobbies included fishing, hunting, bowling, softball, and playing various card games. He was an excellent carpenter and mechanic, he loved to tinker, and work with his hands. For twenty-four years he lived in Mashpee, MA with his ex-wife Gena Roberts, the mother of his son, before moving back to North Troy six years ago. He is survived by his son Ryan Dorio Roberts of Mashpee, MA, by his father Dorio P. Roberts, Sr of North Troy, VT, by his brothers and sisters: Danny Roberts and his wife Frances of CA, Dennis Roberts and his wife Tracy of North Troy, VT, Darlene Potvin and her husband Arnold of Newport Center, VT, Donna Kennison and her husband Michael of North Troy, VT, Denise Roberts of Claremont, NH, and Devin Ryan of Roxbury, VT, and by several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Geneva Roberts. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday November 13, 2013 at the North Troy Congregational Church. Interment will be at a later date at the North Troy Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

, Jr , 83, of Newport, VT passed away on November 8, 2013 in Burlington, VT. He was born January 9, 1930 in Jay, VT to Tom and Alice (Magoon) Brennan, Sr. On July 4, 1954 he married Edith Hamelin who predeceased him on September 2, 1997. Tom was a veteran of the Korean War. During his lifetime he was a hydro operator for Citizens Utilities where he retired after 20 years of service. He was a former owner of the B & D Market in North Troy, VT and the Hotel Reba. He loved to hunt, fish, golf, garden, almost any sport and go out to eat. Tom loved to see his grandchildren and have them for visits and the whole family at holidays and other gatherings. He held memberships with the American Legion of North Troy where he was a life member, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798, and he was a former member of the masons. He was a man of few words but when he spoke people generally listened and respected what he said. His grandson Dillon is attending Norwich which Tom was extremely proud of. He is survived by his children: Rebecaa Morton and her husband Stan of Tenn, Kathy Descheneau and her husband Dennis of Newport Center, VT and Jeffrey Brennan and his wife Paula of Newport Center, VT, by his grandchildren: Amy Martin and her husband Matt of Derby, VT, Bridgett Wiggitt and her husband Sam of Newport Center, VT, Dennis Descheneau Jr of Newport, VT, Jacob Morton of Tenn, Dillon Brennan of Newport Center, VT, Colin Brennan of Newport Center, VT, and by his great grandchildren: Brittany and Olivia Clogston of Derby, VT, and Kody Martin of Derby, VT. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy Portghese of CA, and by his dear friend Joanne. He was predeceased by 1 brother and 2 sisters. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday November 15, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday November 15, 2013 from 12 Noon until the hour of the funeral. Interment will take place in North Troy Village Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Ron Holland Dialysis Unit, in care of North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 08555.

, 85, of Newport, VT passed away on November 7, 2013 in Newport. She was born on December 7, 1927 in Delhi, LA, to Nate and Mary (Ellis) Lee. She married James Thomas Kennedy who predeceased her on July 30, 1995. Her hobbies included sewing and she enjoyed instrumental music. She is survived by her daughters Rever Kennedy, Grace Palmer and Diane C. Venezia all of Newport, VT and Linda M. Pate of Pageland, SC, by her sons: Milton H. Anthony of Jericho, VT, Michael B. Cheney of Newport Center, VT and Nathan Edmonds of Barton, VT. by her sisters: Otha Griffin of LA, and Dorothy Wilson and by a twin brother John Wilson both of Las Vegas, NV, twelve grandchildren, a host of friends and relatives in Vermont , North and South Carolina, Louisiana Nevada, and California and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother Leon Washington and by a brother L.T. Wilson. Friends may call on Saturday November 16, 2013 from 2-4 P.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT. Interment will take place at a later date in Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.

, 72, of Coventry, VT passed away on November 5, 2013 at his home. He was born March 17, 1941 in Springfield, VT to Horace and Rose Mary (Koloski) Punt. On June 26, 1971 he married Christine Fogg who predeceased him on May 18, 2010. Ernest enjoyed farming, playing cribbage with family and friends, going to area fairs and fishing with his grandchildren. He loved family visits and he enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s sporting events. He is survived by his children: Ernie and Jessica Punt, Jr, Anthony Punt, and Patricia Brown and Sebastian all of Coventry, VT, by 5 grandchildren, and 3 step grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers: David Punt and his wife Marie of NY, and Wayne Punt of White River Junction, VT. A celebration of his life will take place on November 16, 2013 from 11:00 A.M. -1:00 P.M. at his son’s Ernie’s house. Call 754-6577 for directions. Burial will take place at a later date. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Ron Holland Dialysis Center, in care of North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT. 05855.

47 of Newport Center, Vermont died suddenly while on a hunting trip in Ontario just after shooting an eight point buck on November 5, 2013. Rob was born in Newport, Vermont on October 18, 1966 son of Paul and Jeanette Meunier. On September 23, 1989 Rob married his one and only true love DeAnn Desrochers. Rob so very much loved life and enjoyed each and every day. He took such great pride in his two children, Ben and Kate who he loved and adored beyond words. There is not one thing that they said or did that he was not totally interested in. They along with his father Paul (Wally) were truly his best friends. Rob was so proud of the hunting camp that he owned and built with his dad and brother-in-law. He looked so forward to those two weeks in November that they spent there. Good times-Good stories-Good friends-Good food. How many suppers did Rob plan and cook for many of his friends at Big Buck Lodge! And, of course, we can’t forget the ice fishing in the winter on Lake Memphremagog. Rob, DeAnn, Ben and Kate spent many hours in the ice shack fishing for perch. Rob enjoyed people stopping by for a visit at the shack so much, he so looked forward to that. Rob drilled many holes for his family and friends looking for that “hot spot” where the fish were hiding. There was the famous chart in his basement that kept track daily and yearly of how many fish were caught each day, not to mention who caught the most fish, he or DeAnn. Rob was an extraordinary human being with an endless supply of caring and compassion for anyone that he crossed paths with. He was a great son, husband, father, brother, and uncle. He was a great friend to so many people. He will be missed by so very many people. Rob was also so dedicated to the business he ran with his parents, Meunier Construction. He worked so deligently to make sure each and every customer was happy and satisfied. Rob is survived by his wife, DeAnn, their two children Benjamin and Katelyn and her companion Justin Shattuck. His parents Paul and Jeanette Meunier his sisters Sue Perkins and her husband Rob, Amy and Brian Fletcher, mother-in-law Vivian (Connie) Desrochers sister-in-law and brother-in-law Jim and Denise Daigle, brother-in- law Dennis Desrochers. His grandmother Simone Meunier. He also leaves his Nieces and Nephews, Kyle and Lauren Perkins, Riley and Alex Fletcher, Nicholas Daigle and his fiancé Sheena Brown, James (J.D.) Desrochers, David Desroches and his companion Amber Roberge. He had a special bond with each one of them and thought of them as his own. He leaves his very close friends Roger Daigle and Tony LeMay and his very loyal employees, Rene Daigle and Jimmy Brown. He is also survived by many aunts and uncles and so very many special and close friends. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Sunday November 10, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday November 11, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in Lake Road Cemetery, Newport Center, VT. Memorial contributions may be made to Rob’s children for their education and future in care of Denise Daigle, 217 Strawberry Acres Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 78, of Newport, VT passed away on November 2, 2013 in Newport. She was born in Newport, VT on March 15, 1935 to Leonard and Mamie (Snider) Moore. Miss Moore spent most of her life in the Newport area except for several years when she became a nun. At the age of 58 she went back to school taking courses in Liberal Arts and received a BA degree from Johnson State College which she was very proud of. She also enjoyed crocheting and making ceramics. She was predeceased by her brother Ronald Moore in 2002. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday November 7, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Interment will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery, Stanstead, Que.