RICHFORD – Robert A. Stanhope Sr.
....show , age 61, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 30, 2014 as a result of an automobile accident at work in Burlington, VT.
He was born in Hartford, CT on May 27, 1953 to the late George Sr. & Virginia (Bonor) Stanhope.
Robert was a hard-working and loving father grandfather and brother. He spent most of his life working in construction; most recently he’s been working for F.W. Whitcomb Construction. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post #12 in Richford. Robert enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing with his son, Dillon and his stories and jokes will be greatly missed by all.
He is survived by his children, Robert Stanhope Jr. and his wife Dawn of Croydon, NH; Chris Stanhope and his wife Karen of Claremont, NH; Neisa Lescarbeau and her husband Paul of North Adams, MA and Dillon Stanhope and his mother, Darlene of Swanton; his grandchildren, Anthony, Felicia, Zach & Derrick Stanhope and Isabel & Nicholas Lescarbeau; his siblings, George Stanhope of Green Cove Springs, FL, David Stanhope of Richford, Donny and his wife Cindy of Richford, Alfred Zinesky and his wife Linda of Berkshire, Tammy Baisley of Enosburg, Penny Minshew, Linda Stanhope and Debby Tolley all of Waycross GA, Virginia “Rose” Failing of Richford and Jeannette Elwood of Hollywood, GA; his girlfriend, Christina Stone and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Robert was predeceased by his siblings, Shirley Stanhope and Michael Garrow.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 4, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12:00 PM until the hour of the service. Interment will follow in St. George’s Cemetery in Bakersfield.
ENOSBURG – Randell “Randy” R. Scott
....show , age 67, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born August 13, 1946 in St. Albans to Theda Larose and the late Robert Scott.
Randy attended Franklin Academy and later joined the Army National Guard. Randy held many jobs throughout his working career; including several farms around the area, owner of the Hobbit Hole and Windy Hill Gardens & Bouquets and maintenance for Hannaford Supermarket all in Enosburg. On June 17, 1991 he married Donna Peaslee. Randy’s hobbies included fishing, trapping, hunting, gardening and cheering on the New York Yankees. He will be missed dearly by his family and especially the wild birds that made their home at Randy’s; even when his health was failing he made sure the birds always had food.
He is survived by his mother, Theda Larose and her husband Raymond of Enosburg Falls; his siblings, Gary Scott and his wife Sue of St. Albans, Sherry McAllister and her husband Gene of Grand Isle, Zane Scott and his wife Donna of Essex and Darcy Scott and his wife Sandy of Swanton; step-daughters, Valerie Couture and her husband Shaun of Enosburg Falls and Carrie Robtoy and her significant other Mitch Rheaume of Sheldon; step-grandchildren, Mercedes & Danielle Juaire, Jaxon Couture and Ryder Rheaume; step great grandchild, Brantley; several nieces & nephews and his 2 feline companions, Princess and Ben. Besides his father, Randy was predeceased by his wife, Donna in 2013; his stillborn twins; sister, Sandra Scott; a step-daughter, Debra Robtoy; step-grandchild, Tyler Rheaume and his faithful companion, Josie.
Randy’s family would like to thank his friends and co-workers from Hannaford Supermarkets for all the help they provided and the staff at Northwestern Medical Center for the special care he received.
In keeping with Randy’s wishes, there will be no public services.
Fairfield – Richard “Rick” Brown
....show ,53, passed away at his residence in Fairfield on Saturday, July 26, 2014.
Rick was born on February 17, 1961 in St. Albans, the son of Hector and Yvonne (Gervais) Brown. He owned and operated Brown’s ABC Market in Fairfield for many years and was employed at Energizer in St. Albans from 2007 until it’s closing in 2013.
Rick is survived by his brother and wife, Kenneth and Elizabeth Brown of Richford; his sisters and their husbands, Roxane and Mark Bender of Severna Park, MD and Melissa and Tim Norton of Essex, VT; his nephews and niece, Christopher Brown, Devin Norton and Nikki Norton; his daughter Arin Combs of Fairfield; his grandchildren, Landis Menard and Brendyn Combs; his step-mother Denise Brown and his special dog, Jak.
In addition to his parents, Rick was predeceased by his grandparents, Alton and Alice Brown and Simeon and Lillian Gervais.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2014 at 3:30 PM at the Spears Funeral home, 96 Dickinson Ave. in Enosburg Falls. Family and friends are invited to call at the funeral home beginning at 3:00 PM.
MONTGOMERY – Laure Anne (Coté) Chusid
....show , age 89 of Montgomery Center, VT passed away on July 18, 2014.March 23, 1925 - July 18, 2014
Born March 23, 1925 in Angers, Quebec, Canada, daughter of the late Gaston Coté and Yvonne (Scantland) Coté; she was the second of seven children. A graduate of Lyndon Institute class of 1944, she became a registered pharmacist in 1949. She married Paul Chusid in 1951 and was an active artist-painter.
She is survived by her son Marc of Denver, CO and her grandchildren Kristen, Jesse Rae, Nicholas and Peter. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Paul in 2002 and her son Eric in 2011.
A memorial gathering is being planned for September in Montgomery Center, Vermont.
For those who wish, contributions in Laure Anne’s memory may be made to Wish Of A Lifetime, 1821 Blake St., Suite 200, Denver, CO 80202.
RICHFORD – Albert John Payne
....show , age 86, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born August 16, 1927 in Abercorn, Quebec Canada the son of the late John & Gladys (Brown) Payne.
Albert grew up on the family farm in Abercorn and then enlisted in the U.S. Army. After receiving his honorable discharge he went to work at several local businesses including, Blue Seal Feeds, Richford Country Club, Richford Drive-In and Northland Hockey Stick Factory before starting his career with the United States Postal Service in Richford eventually becoming Postmaster, a position he held until his retirement in 1988.
Albert loved nature spending most of his time outside. He loved to hunt especially deer, brook trout fishing, and hike around the forests. He also had a great love for feeding & watching the birds, chipmunks & squirrels.
Albert was a life member of the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford and the VFW Post # 9653 of Morrisville.
He is survived by his children, Heather Payne of Morrisville, and Mark Payne and his wife Christine of Essex Jct.; his grandchildren, Hilary Payne-Vinick, Sarah Payne Vinick, Cara Basiliere, Amanda Payne, and Matthew Payne; his great grandsons, Gabriel & Ethan Payne-Vinick, and Aiden Walker; a special sister-in-law, Elda Sargent of Dunkin, Que.; also special friends, Jeffrey & Steven Tatro and JoJo Keller. Besides his parents, Albert was predeceased by wife, Joyce (Sargent) Payne on April 24, 2009. Albert & Joyce were married on May 31, 1952. He was also predeceased by his sister, Catherine Jean.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Hillside Cemetery in Richford.
A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral.
Following the memorial service at the funeral home all are welcome to a luncheon at the Richford American Legion, River Street, Richford.
For those who wish, contributions in Albert’s memory may be made to the American Legion Post # 12 of Richford, 35 River Street, Richford, VT 054476.
HIGHGATE – Miles J. Sartwell
....show , age 86, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born November 19, 1927 in East Highgate to the late Charles R. & Stella Daisy (Laplant) Sartwell.
Miles went to grammar school in East Highgate and then went to work for Rixford’s Ax Factory. He then enlisted in the U.S. ARMY and served during the Korean War, earning his honorable discharge in 1951. That same year he married Phyllis J. Bocash. Miles worked for a short time at Clarence Brown’s after the military, but the majority of his working career was spent with the railroad company. On the weekends Miles and his family could be found at the homes of Charles Sartwell and Clarence Bocash.
His hobbies included bowling, fishing, golfing, woodworking, auto mechanics and tinkering on small projects. Miles was an avid NASCAR fan, he especially liked Danica Patrick, his baseball team was the Boston Red Sox and he enjoyed animals, particularly his chickens and birds. Miles loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and he will be missed by all of them.
He is survived by his children, Diana Sartwell and David Dunton of Highgate, Dennis Sartwell and his wife Diane of Franklin and Terry Brace and his wife Cathy of Highgate; his grandchildren, Mary Westcom and her husband Brian, Diane Chevalier and her husband Eric, Amy Rollo and her husband Jason, David, Nathan and Matt Sartwell-Cornell, Dustin Sartwell, Dee Greenia and her husband Matthew, Donna Benoit and her husband Jamie, Debbie Berger and her husband Robert and Kylie and Corey Brace; 15 great grandchildren; a brother, Jason Sartwell and his wife Claretta and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Miles was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis Sartwell a stillborn child, baby Sartwell and his siblings, Thomas, Charles, Alfred and Velma Sartwell, Gertrude Menard, Hazel Bosley, Suzie Bocash and Mary Brace.
A funeral service will be held Friday, June 20, 2014 at 10:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Kerry Cameron officiating. Interment will follow in the Highgate Center Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 7-9:00 PM.
For those who wish, contributions in Miles’ memory may be made to the Highgate Methodist Church, P.O. Box 312, Highgate Ctr., VT 05459.
ENOSBURGH - Barbara Bennett
....show died at 1:30 am on 14 June 2014 with her son holding her hand. Barbara was born 25 February 1927 in Derby, Connecticut to LeRoy Pearly and Ruth Bartlett Bennett. Bea or Bobby was what her sister, nephews, nieces and cousins called her. She attended Green Mountain College for a year but moved onto Danbury Hospital in Connecticut to attend X-Ray technology school. She met her first husband Leo Francis McMorrow (died 1966) at The State Farm Correctional Facility in Middleborough, Massachusetts when she was a student x-Ray technologist and he was a Correctional Officer. They married and settled in Middleborough where they had three children, Lynn Bennett, Thomas Earle (deceased 2012) and David Ross. The family moved to Egypt Lake, Tampa, Florida in 1956 and Barbara raised her children and worked at the little lake side beach house. Eventually we moved to Clearwater, Florida and she went back to work as an x-ray technologist at Suncoast Osteopathic Hospital in 1962.
She worked at Suncoast until her second marriage to John H. Caruso (died 1986) in 1968 and moved to Rocky Hill, Connecticut where she raised not only her two youngest children but became step-mother to Judy, Johnny and Joseph Caruso. Johnny has continued to hold a special place in her heart with his motorcycle visits to Vermont. She and John eventually divorced and Bea worked for Drs. Mancol, Truex and Monticello before moving onto American Mutual Insurance Company and retiring in 1989.
She loved her grandchildren Yvonne Griswold (died 1996), Casey and Eric McMorrow deeply and spent many a happy hour with them as they grew into fine young women and men. As she began to age, her concern was her long term health and so she moved to West Enosburgh, Vermont in 2008 to live with her daughter Lynn McMorrow and her husband Tom Martin. Sadly she was no longer able to easily visit her old friends in Connecticut: Betty Thurber, Thomas and Doris Schreier and Ruby Bennett. She also would miss singing and quilting with the ladies of Rocky Hill Congregational Church. This was the same year David McMorrow married Laurie Grunske and Barbara welcomed another wonderful woman into the family. As Barbara welcomed Laurie into the family, she lost her sister Hope VanStone to lung cancer the following year in 2009.
Barbara's general health remained good and she sewed with Shirley Jewett's group in Richford, Vermont. They quilted, sewed, laughed and made the local papers for the large and lovely painted barn quilt squares. She was delighted when we hung hers on our new garage. She attended the Richford quilt show to prevent sticky hands, small and large, from marring the amazing creations.
She was friends with Elisabeth Rawlinson and enjoyed visits, tea, cats and dogs with her. She was also friends with Nancy Murphie who sewed, swam, traveled and laughed with Barbara. They spent some wonderful hours at Shirley's. Bea was gracious and funny with all she met. People she knew well and even people she did not know well recognized by her humming. Steve Comeau recognized Barb in the St. Albans Hannafords by her humming from two aisles over as did Susan Atherton.
Barbara enjoyed every adventure she could find. One of her favorites was with Gary Fiske of the Vermont Antique Automobile Society in Gary's Model A Ford Coupe as they drove though Franklin County. She loved adventures with Sharon Fiske as well. One never knew what they would do together. Regardless, she always came home safe.
Barbara's health challenges continued with a resurgence of her lung cancer last November, radiation and her final days at Franklin County Rehabilitation. We cannot thank the wonderful staff at FCR enough for their caring and dedication to making lives at the short end as comfortable as they can.
Barbara was predeceased by both husbands, her granddaughter Yvonne Noel Griswold and her second son Thomas Earle McMorrow. She leaves her daughter Lynn Bennett McMorrow and her husband Thomas Martin; her son David Ross McMorrow and his wife Laurie; grandchildren Casey McMorrow and Eric McMorrow; nephew Warren Bennett Godkin and his wife Joann and their children Travis, wife Kaitlyn, nephew Tyler and his partner Savanah; Nephews Bruce and Ken Godkin; niece Susan Blume, her husband John and children Mckenzie and Christopher. She also leaves many friends too numerous to mention here.
A time of visitation will be held Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 2-4 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. There will be no formal funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, Barbara’s family asks that you consider a donation in Barbara’s memory to the Franklin County Rehab Facility – Resident Activity Fund, 110 Fairfax Road, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Bruce J. Larose
....show , age 55, passed away after years of declining health June 6, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 9, 1959 in St. Albans the son of Raymond “Sonny” Larose and the late Sheila (Lahue) Larose.
Bruce was a well-known member of the community from his years working at A. Brown as a fuel truck driver and mechanic and more recently as custodian at Enosburg Falls High School. His hobbies included tinkering on cars and bringing old classics back to life. He also enjoyed fishing, assembling puzzles and going for random rides through the countryside.
He is survived by his father, Raymond “Sonny” Larose of Franklin; his children, Rebeca Martin and her husband Robert of Enosburg Falls, Stacey Gregorek and her husband Eric of Charlotte and Shauna Larose of Richford; his grandchildren, Destiny, Dustin, Bethanie, Hunter, Skyler & Sophia; his brother, Rick Larose of Franklin; his special aunt, Jeanette Rutherford of Hagertown, MD; several nieces and nephews. Besides his mother, Bruce was predeceased by his brother, Terrance Larose.
In keeping with Bruce’s wishes he will be cremated and there will be no funeral services or visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Bruce's memory may be made to the River Bend Apts. C/O Tammy Tracy, President, 324 School Street Unit 18, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. Any contributions will be use to benefit the resident of River Bend.
RICHFORD – Marie Jeanne Couture
....show , age 64, passed away at her home on Thursday, June 5, 2014.
She was born January 25, 1950 in Sweetsburg, Quebec Canada the daughter of the late Hormidas & Irene (Chalifoux) Couture.
Marie grew up on the family farm in North Berkshire where she helped her parent’s farm until 1977. Marie held many jobs throughout her life including, teacher’s aide & French program at Berkshire Elementary School, Clerk at the Berkshire Quick Stop (Danny & Jean Jewett owners), Hot Lunch Program at Richford High School, Self-employed Videographer filming weddings & special events, waitress at the Falls Café (Theresa & Sherman Gilbar owners), Cashier at Price Chopper in St. Albans and school monitor at St. Albans Elementary School. She was a member of All Saints Catholic Church in Richford. She enjoyed sewing and will be remembered for being a wonderful cook.
She is survived by her son, Mike Jewett and his wife Brenda of Richford; her granddaughter, Christina Jewett of Richford; her brother, Paul Couture and his wife Raymonde of Berkshire; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Marie was predeceased by her infant daughter Jessica Jewett.
In keeping with Marie’s wishes there will be no funeral services or visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Marie’s memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main Street, Richford, VT 05476.
RICHFORD – Richard A. Strauss
....show , age 68, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at his home in Richford.
He was born February 28, 1946 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to the late Wolfgang & Audrey (Schultz) Strauss.
Richard attended West Allis High School in Wisconsin and after graduation he served in the U.S. ARMY. He served our country for 8 years as a medic, attaining the rank of SP5, and was stationed in Alaska during the Vietnam War. After his military career he attended Milwaukee Area Technical College and worked as a registered nurse and CPR instructor for the American Red Cross.
He was a past member of DeMolay, an Eagle Scout and Boy Scout Instructor for several years, a Deacon at the Lutheran Memorial Church in West Allis, WI; where he loved participating in the annual Easter play. He loved history; particularly the Civil War and World War II. Richard also enjoyed playing the piano and organ.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Boudreau) Barney Strauss of Richford; his son, Peter Strauss of Milwaukee, WI; step-children, Joseph & Penny (Sartwell) Barney of East Highgate, Jeffrey Barney & Andrea Yandow of Fairfield, Jason Barney & Christine Eldred of Isle Lamotte, Joshua & Lori (Jordan) Barney of St. Albans and Jessica Barney of Racine, WI; 7 grandchildren and 1 on the way; 1 great grandchild on the way, 2 brothers, Michael & Sharlene (Hone) Strauss and Robert Strauss all of Milwaukee, WI; 2 sisters, Carole & Stephen Seilhymer of Woodbury, MN and Kathy Stepanski of Pelha, AL and several nieces & nephews. Richard was predeceased by his parents.
A memorial service will be held Monday, June 9, 2014 at 6:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jason McConnell officiating. Military honors will follow at the funeral home and interment will be held in the Calvary Cemetery in Northfield at the family’s convenience. There will be no visiting hours.
HIGHGATE – Jeanette M. Tipper
....show , age 75, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans.
She was born on April 13, 1939 in Sheldon Springs to the late Howard & Ellen (Domina) Tipper.
Jeanette went to high school at B.F.A. St. Albans. She spent time at Milton Bradley and Immigration throughout her working career. Her hobbies included playing BINGO and quilting; she loved making things for her family. Family was very important to Jeanette and she will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister.
She is survived by her children, Penny Pedersen and her husband Jan of Fayetteville, NC, Dale Tipper and his wife Tawnya of Lexington, SC, Patricia Tipper and Duane Tipper and his wife Deanna all of Highgate; several grandchildren & great grandchildren; her siblings, James Tipper and his wife Debbie of Berkshire, Robert Tipper and his wife Rita of Enosburg, Carol Paquette and Diane Paquette both of Sheldon and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Jeanette was predeceased by her sisters, Patricia Anne Tipper and Barbara Machia and her brothers-in-law, Clarence Machia and Alfred and Roger Paquette.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Jon Bly officiating. Interment will follow in the Sheldon Village Cemetery.
For those who wish, contributions in Jeanette’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405 or to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ALBURGH – Lee Wayne Fife
....show , age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born May 20, 1942 in St. Albans the son of the late Merrill Lee & Lela Hazel (Hubbard) Fife.
Lee grew up in Richford and also made his home in Swanton and for the past 26 years made his home in Alburgh In his younger years he worked at Sweat-Comings in Richford and General Electric in Burlington before becoming a rural mail carrier in Alburgh. He retired from the postal service in 2005 after 26 years of dedicated service.
Lee was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed to hunt, collect guns and play guitar. He also loved to watch baseball and was a diehard Yankees fan. Lee had a love of animals especially his cat Baby.
Lee is survived by his fiancée, Debra Bevins of Alburgh; his children, Michelle Fife of Alburgh and Merrill Fife of Rouse Point, NY; and his grandchildren Myles Fife and Jenna Raye Hakey..
A time of visitation will be held Thursday, May 15, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will take place following visiting hours on Thursday at 2:45 PM at the Richford Center Cemetery, South Richford Road, Richford.
With Lee’s special love of animals his family asks for those who wish, contributions in Lee’s memory may be made to Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Yvette B. Gleason
....show , age 83, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at the St. Albans Health & Rehab facility following an extended illness.
She was born November 20, 1930 in Stanbridge Est, Quebec Canada the daughter of the late, Rene & Maria (Bechard) Corriveau.
Yvette grew up in Stanbridge Est and attended Bedford High School. On February 2, 1952 she married Robert F. Gleason. Yvette and Bob made their home and raised their children in Richford & Enosburg Falls. She worked several years at the Shoprite and then Grand Union in Enosburg Falls for 20 years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #42 of Enosburg Falls and the Enosburg Falls Country Club. Yvette enjoyed working in her flower gardens at home and at the country club. She also enjoyed golfing & skiing especially with her family. Many people will remember her walking throughout the village daily doing her part to keep the village clean.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert F. Gleason Sr. of Enosburg Falls; her children and their families, Peter & Jean Gleason of Klamath Falls, OR and their children, Matthew Laurie & Lindy; Deb & Thomas Shover of Enosburg Falls and their sons, Chris & Tim, David & Jeanne Gleason of Williamsburg, VA and their children, Sarah, Adam, Kendra, Kelly & Bailey; Maria Gleason of Enosburg Falls and her daughter Melina, Robert Gleason Jr. of Fairfax, William & Barb Gleason of Enosburg Falls and their children, Maria, William “Will” & Devyn; 6 great grandchildren; her brother-in-law, Stuart Gleason of Enosburg Falls, her sister-in-law Greta Beaulieu and her husband Andre of Enosburg Falls; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Yvette was predeceased by her grandson, Brandon Gleason; her sister, Claire Westover; and her brother, Denis Corriveau.
Yvette’s family wishes to thank the staff at St. Albans Health & Rehab for the loving and compassionate care that she received during her stay there.
In keeping with the family’s wishes, services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Yvette’s committal will take place in the Missisquoi Cemetery in Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Yvette’s memory may be made to the Brandon Gleason Christian Basketball Camp, P.O. Box 812, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, VT 05495.
ENOSBURGH – Virginia Deming
....show , age 84, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2014 at St. Albans Health & Rehab in St. Albans.
She was born September 24, 1929 in Montgomery the daughter of the late Phil & Emma (Parento) Sylvester.
Virginia was dedicated, wife, mother grandmother and friend. She devoted much of her life to working alongside her husband on the family dairy farm and raising her children. Her many duties on the farm included feeding the calves, driving the hay truck/tractor, stacking firewood, sugaring and running for parts and supplies just to name a few. She also enjoyed working in her flower gardens and making floral arrangements, canning and preserving food, and making maple candies. Her adventurous spirit took her on long walks picking wild flowers and taking many pictures with her faithful dog Barney enjoying the walk too. When her children were younger, she was very active volunteering on school trips as well as volunteering at their activities with the boy scouts & girl scouts. She also volunteered countless hours for the American Cancer Fund. She was a wonderful cook having received many blue ribbons for cooking at area fairs. Anyone that visited never went away hungry. She loved her family unconditionally and opened her home to all.
She is survived by her children, James Deming of Enosburgh, Cynthia Goodman of St. Albans, Patricia Broe and her husband Timothy of Sheldon, Glenn Deming and his wife Donna of Enosburgh and Gary Deming of Enosburgh; her grandchildren, Lucas Scott, Nicole Marie, Richard Bruce, Alisha, Bobbie Joe, Travis, Kami & Jerrica; her great grandchildren, Jaden, Adelina, Emmett, Sonni, Jackson, Brianna, Eliza, Jasmine & Evan; and her special lifelong friend, Anna Lou Kittell of West Enosburgh. Beside her parents, Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Bruce Deming on October 16, 2013; her brothers, Phil L., Guy & Creigh Sylvester; her sisters, Priscilla Prouty, Eleanor Christian, Mildred Jones & Hilda Wesley.
Virginia’s family wishes to thank the staff and residents at the St. Albans Health & Rehab facility for the compassionate care and friendship during her time there.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Montgomery Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the hour of the memorial service.
For those who wish, contributions in Virginia’s memory may be made to St. Albans Health & Rehab Facility – Resident Activity Fund, 596 Sheldon Road, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BAKERSFIELD – Raymond Flanders
....show , age 66, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born April 22, 1948 in St. Albans to the late Delmar & Rita (Gendron) Flanders.
Ray graduated from Brigham Academy in 1966. After high school he started working as a milk tester for DHIA, until retiring just a few years ago with over 40 years of service. Ray loved sports, especially baseball, and he could often be found playing wiffle ball on the park in East Fairfield in his younger years. On June 8, 1985 Ray married his best friend, Donna Metcalfe he was her “7th grade crush”
His hobbies included working in the woods with his tractor “Ollie”, chopping wood, maple sugaring, playing cards and watching black and white westerns. Most recently Ray worked at Mylan Technologies in St. Albans, where he made many friends over the past 16 years. He especially enjoyed family gatherings and his big smile and great sense of humor will be missed by all.
Ray leaves behind his wife, Donna Flanders of East Fairfield; 2 daughters, Jessica Flanders and her significant other, Bill Holohan of Lehigh Acres, FL and Jamie Flanders and her significant other, Tony Fortin of Colchester; a sister, Linda Hall of Williston; a niece, Mindy Gagner and her husband Gilbert of Highgate Springs; nephews, Daryl Hall and his significant other Jen Shilling of Williston and Daren Hall and his wife Lisa of Swanton; sisters-in-law, Debbie & Cathy Metcalfe; a special cousin, Wayne Mitchell; his cat and “Baby Girl”, Rue and several aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. Ray was predeceased by his parents.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Church St., Fairfield with Rev. Bill Giroux celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. George’s Cemetery in Bakersfield.
Visiting hours will be held Monday from 5-8:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Ray’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the East Fairfield Women’s Auxiliary, C/O Judy Bryce, P.O. Box 53, East Fairfield, VT 05448.
MONTGOMERY – Gary W. Capsey
....show , age 64, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 28, 2014 at his home in Montgomery.
He was born in St. Albans on October 31, 1949 to the late Douglas & Gladys (Perotte) Capsey.
Gary was a graduate of Highgate High School class of ’67. After graduation he worked as a master water well driller for over 30 years; spending time at J.A. Feeley and Gosselin well drilling. Gary’s most recent career started in 2004 when he went to work at Mylan Technologies in St. Albans, where he was currently employed.
His hobbies included hunting, gardening, riding his ATV through the hills of Montgomery and playing dominos. Gary was also a die-hard New York Giants and Boston Bruins fan. His most treasured past time was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Gary was known as a grill master; he would only use charcoal to cook his special barbeque ribs! He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, infectious smile and practical jokes.
He is survived by his wife, Dianna (West) Capsey; 2 daughters, Karie Henry of Santa Rosa, CA and Patty Capsey of Clearwater, FL; a son, Kenneth Capsey and his wife Naomi of Highgate; his grandchildren, Christine Hunger and her husband Ian, Lance and Hunter Henry and Kaiden Capsey; his brothers, Percy Capsey and his companion, Barb King of Highgate, Stanley Capsey and his wife Margaret of Swanton and Henry Capsey and his wife Tina of Highgate; close friends, Galen & Diane Hanna of Sahuarita, AZ, Kevin & Robin Leach and Duncan Campbell all of Swanton and Todd & Heather Dumeny of Franklin and several nieces & nephews. Gary was predeceased by his parents.
Funeral services will be held Monday, May 5, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Mill St., Sheldon Springs with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held at the family’s convenience in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Sheldon Springs.
Visiting hours will be held on Sunday from 4-7:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Gary’s memory may be made to Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, ATTN: AR, 107 Fisher Pond Rd., St. Albans, VT 05478 or to National Wildlife Federation, P.O. Box 1691, Merrifield, VA 22116.
EAST BERKSHIRE – Norman A. Doe
....show , age 81, a much loved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son and brother passed away peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans, VT with his loving family by his side.
He was born September 26, 1932 in Sheldon, VT the son of the late Aubrey C. & Yvonne (Roberts) Doe.
Norman was a 1950 graduate of Richford High School. He was a lifelong dairy farmer in East Berkshire and also enjoyed sugaring and building/ carpentry work. He especially enjoyed helping his children build their homes. Norman was very active in the Berkshire community serving on the school board, fire department and as justice of the peace. He was also a member of the Masons Missisquoi Lodge # 9 of Richford and the Elks Lodge #1566 of St. Albans. Norman & Betty also enjoyed traveling around the country. He was a train enthusiast and enjoyed the opportunity to travel cross country via train.
Norman Doe was the patriarch of the Doe family. He was a powerful presence, always greeting family with a big loud "Hello" and an even bigger bear hug! He raised his 6 children on a Dairy farm in East Berkshire, where he was able to teach them many life lessons about hard work and family values. Many gatherings took place in his farmhouse on King Road, where friends and family always knew they could just open the door and be welcomed to have a seat and chat for awhile. In his later years, Norman enjoyed giving buggy rides to his grandchildren & great grandchildren. Many holidays and celebrations have been held there throughout the years, always with a huge feast and warm fire, and Norman's absence will be greatly felt in the years to come.
Norman and Betty also had a camp on Lake Carmi for many years. It was a summer home filled with lots of love and laughter, Sunday cookouts, fireworks on the Fourth of July, puzzles on a screened in porch for rainy afternoons, and loons on the lake. The camp was a place where Norman was able to teach all of his grandchildren to waterski and to hold on tight because grandpa could really get the boat going!
In 1985, Norman and his wife bought a home to enjoy winters in New Smyrna Beach, FL. Their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren all have wonderful memories of spending vacations with Norman and Betty and they loved welcoming them all and having special one-on-one time with each family. They enjoyed many days at Disney and SeaWorld with all the young ones over the years, and were always happy to open any of their homes to friends and family!
Those who knew Norman knew he was a solid family man who built a strong foundation for his family.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elizabeth “Betty” (King) Doe of East Berkshire. Norman & Betty were married on September 13, 1951. He is also survived by his children and their spouses, Randy & Anne Doe of Berkshire, Debra & Alan Chagnon of Berkshire, Terry & Diane Doe of Berkshire, Ricky Doe and his Fiancée Mary Anne Duell of St. Albans, Jamey & Beverley Doe of Berkshire, and Marsha & Dale Larose of Franklin; his grandchildren, Jason Doe, Dominic & Linnea DeRosia & BJ DeRosia, Eric & Karen Chagnon, Matthew & Erika Chagnon, Tyler & Randi Chagnon, Aliza, Joshua & Bethany Doe, Laura & Wade Cole, Charles Doe, Travis & Stacy Doe, Amy Doe, Elizabeth & Kyle LaVigne and Hannah Larose; 18 great grandchildren; his sister, Evelyn Cross of St. Albans; his sisters-in-law and their husbands, Nancy & Richard Bouffard of Milton and Linda & Henry Fil of Hadley, MA; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Norman was predeceased by his granddaughter, Kristen Doe; his daughter-in-law, Betty Doe; his sister, Madaline Colomb and her husband Gerald; and brother-in-law, Gerald Cross.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the East Franklin Union Church, 4610 Lake Road, East Franklin with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.
Visiting hours will be held Friday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Norman’s memory may be made to the Northwestern Medical Center – Palliative Care Program, 133 Fairfield St., St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Franklin County Rehab Facility – Resident Activity Program, 110 Fairfax Road, St. Albans, VT 05478.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Pauline Young
....show , age 92, passed away Thursday evening April 24, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born in Montpelier on March 2, 1922 the daughter of the late James Stuart & Clara (Cooley) Gleason.
Pauline was a resident of Enosburg Falls most of her life and was a member of the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women’s Club. She was also a 60 year and original member of the 500 Card Club, Red Hats and Eastern Star Martha Washington Chapter. Along with her husband Bob, they were very active in the Modern Woodman Camp serving as camp secretary for many years.
She is survived by 2 sons and their wives, Robert J. & Lauren Young of Enosburg Falls and Michael & Lara Young of Telluride, CO; 2 daughters, Marsha Phillips of Montgomery Center and Pamela Parsons and her husband Daniel of Richford; 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; her brothers, Robert Gleason and his wife Yvette, and Stuart Gleason all of Enosburg Falls; her sister, Greta Beaulieu and her husband Andre of Enosburg Falls.; her sister-in-law, Annetta Gleason of Middlebury; her brother-in-law, Lloyd Jacobs of St. Albans; and 31 nieces and nephews and their extended families. Besides her parents, Pauline was predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Young. Pauline & Bob were married November 29, 1946; her siblings, James & Neil Gleason, Letty Ann Barton and Elizabeth Jacobs; her sister-in-law, Norma Gleason; and her son-in-law, Gary Phillips.
A memorial service will be held Monday, April 28, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, 245 Church St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Jon Bly officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Missisquoi Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Pauline’s memory may be made to the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church Trustees for the Steeple Restoration Fund, P.O. Box 355, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
MONTGOMERY – Mary Ann Bugbee
....show , age 63, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with her family at her side. She was born in St. Albans on December 24, 1950 the daughter of the late, Carlton & Jennie (Deuso) Donna. Mary had a huge passion for her granddaughters and was very proud of all of their accomplishments that they have made. She was the loyal babysitter while she was able. She enjoyed to spend time with her family and always welcomed everyone with open arms. She loved to watch her afternoon soaps and watch her birds for which she had names. Mary also loved working in her flower gardens. Mary had a vibrant smile and a real way with people. She spent most of her life working with the public having worked at various places including the Snowtell, Zacks on the Rocks both in Montgomery, part owner of The Pub & Saints Quick Stop both in East Berkshire and loved working at her brothers family store, Dick & Pam’s Market also in East Berkshire. She is survived by her daughter Tira (Bugbee) Paquette her fiancé Jason Gagne of Berkshire; and her pride and joy were her granddaughters, Hayley Lynn and Ashley Marie; her former husband and his wife, Arthur & Laurie Bugbee of Berkshire and Art’s daughters who Mary thought of as her own, Leslie Bugbee of Washington and Julie McDonald Florida and their children, Kyle & Erica Bellrose and Brittany McDonald; her brother Richard “Dick” Donna and his wife Pamela of Richford; brother, Jesse Soule and his wife Karen of Montgomery; her nieces and nephews, Amanda Donna of Richford her children Cassidy & Seth Ryea; Alyssa Soule, Kristin Baker, and Justin & Taylor Soule; her companion of the last 20 years, Steve Robert of Montgomery and his son Mark; many special cousins; and the other special loves of her life, her K-9 companions, Babies & Langford. In keeping with Mary’s wishes, there will be no funeral services or visiting hours. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. For those who wish, contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to Northwestern Medical Center, Palliative Care Program, 133 Fairfield St., St. Albans, VT 05478.
SWANTON – Janice J. Ladieu
....show , age 73, passed away Thursday morning, April 17, 2014 at the Vermont Respite House in Williston with her loving family at her side.
She was born April 25, 1940 in Sheldon the daughter of the late, Clarence & Beatrice (LaChapelle) Bocash.
Janice was employed as a secretary at Vermont Technical College in Randolph for over 20 years retiring in 1999. During her working years she enjoyed vacationing, traveling, riding snowmobiles and working in her flower gardens. Following her retirement she enjoyed traveling by motorhome, camping, bass fishing, bowling, watching horse races, and was an avid Red Sox fan.
She is survived by her husband, Lyle Ladieu of Swanton; her children, Coleen Punger of Bellows Falls, and Chris Ladieu of New Haven; her grandchildren, Lauren & John Punger both of Bellows Falls; her sisters, Dale Duffy and her husband Lloyd of Fairfield, and Joan Pariseau of Enosburg Falls; her brothers, Clarence Bocash Jr and his wife, Dorothy of Sheldon; and Peter Bocash of Fairfield; her brothers & sisters-in-law, Roger Ladieu and his wife Connie of St. Albans, and Norman Ladieu and his wife Theresa of Pensacola, FL, Miles Sartwell of Highgate and Leo Rheaume of Essex; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Janice was predeceased by her sisters, Phyllis Sartwell and Doris Derry and her husband Lester; her brothers, Harry Bocash & Ronald Bocash and his wife Susan; her sister-in-law, Leatrice Rheaume; and her brother-in-law, Francis Pariseau.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 12:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Sheldon. There will be no visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Janice’s memory may be made to Vermont Respite House, 99 Allenbrook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
West Berkshire VT/DeLand FL - Sterling Willard Kinney
....show , a beloved and well-known West Berkshire dairy farmer, passed away April 12, 2014 @ 7:35pm at the West Volusia Memorial Hospital in Deland, Florida with his loving family by his side.
Sterling was born on the family farm in West Berkshire on August 23, 1936, the oldest son of Alton & Esther (Willard) Kinney.
Sterling married Betty (Bryce) in Highgate Center on November 5, 1966. Betty survives him. Following graduation from Richford High School in 1954, Sterling ran the family farm alongside his father, Alton. Sterling later bought the farm and ran a successful business for over 40 years. Following his retirement from farming, Sterling began driving school bus for Wrightholm Busline for several years. He enjoyed driving to many sporting events and quickly became one of their biggest fans. Later in life, he loved spending time with his grandchildren, watching them participate in there many events. He truly loved being a grandparent.
Sterling was a member of the Bahia DeLand Shrine Club in Florida and the Lincoln Lodge #78 F&AM in Enosburg Falls since 1982. He was a current member of the Mount Sinai Shriners Go Cart Group in St. Albans, Vt. He was an active participant and former member of the Enosburg Falls Lion Club and St. Albans Elks Club. Sterling was a respected Town Selectman for West Berkshire for many years.
In addition to his loving wife of 47 years, Sterling is survived by three daughters and their husbands: Jane and Monty Wiederhold of Lake Helen, FL; Julie and James Gleason of West Berkshire, VT; Jill and Robert Travis of Lake Mary, FL and one son, John and his wife, Emily (Aveta) Kinney of Debary, FL. He also leaves his two brothers, Stuart Kinney and his wife, Hazel of East Berkshire, VT and Walter Kinney and his wife, Martha of Deland, FL. Sterling also leaves behind 10 grandchildren, Desiree & Dakota Daggett of Lake Helen, FL; Fallon Wolfe of Waco, GA; Caleb, Lucas and Hannah Gleason of West Berkshire, VT; Joshua and Ashely Travis of Lake Mary, FL; Sabrina (Kinney) Burnup of Debary, FL and Matthew Kocab of Montana. Sterling also leaves 3 Great Grandsons, Cayden & Jordin Bellantoni of Lake Helen, FL and Konnor Smith of Waco, GA, and was happily awaiting the arrival of his 4th Great Grandson, Beau Gleason of West Berkshire, VT. He also left behind his special brother-in- law, Emile Belanger of Berkshire; and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial service in Sterling’s honor will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 11:00 AM in the East Franklin Union Church, 4610 Lake Road, East Franklin with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Following the church service will be his burial at the Berkshire Center Cemetery for family and close friends.
Visiting hours will be held Friday, May 30, 2014 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls
Sterling had requested any donations be made to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BARRE - Michael A. Sherman
....show , age 49, Born on September 27th 1964 in Montpelier Vermont, went to the lord on April 10th 2014 at Redstone Villa nursing home with his daughter, Brandy Kittell by his side.
He was the son of the late John Sherman Sr., who predeceased him in 1999 and Patricia (Pecor) Sherman of Duxbury, Vermont
Besides his mother, Michael leaves behind a daughter, Brandy Kittell and her husband Doug Kittell of Sheldon, VT.; a daughter, Patty Sherman of Barre, VT; a son, Dana Sherman of Barre, VT; a step son, Harry Bancroft of Barre, VT; and 10 grandchildren who loved him dearly. He also leaves his siblings, John Pecor and his wife Valerie of Morrisville, Denise Coburn and her husband, Esden “Cookie” of Chelsea VT, Morton Pecor of Barre, VT, Jesse Pecor of Milton VT, John Sherman Jr. “Chico” of Rutland VT, Spencer Sherman and his wife Jennifer of Barre, VT, Patrick Sherman and his wife Betty of Duxbury, VT. Michael also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his father, Mike was predeceased by his siblings, Mary Pecor in 1959, a still born sister in 1963, Dana Pecor in 1988, and Tabatha Sherman Rivard in 2004.
Mike lived his life to the fullest and he enjoyed family and friends. He loved to fish, shop traveling and dining out.
From the family of Michael A. Sherman we would love to give our upmost appreciation to the Redstone Villa staff for their love and caring ways. The laughter they brought to Michael in his last days. Thank you from the bottom of our heart.
In keeping with Mike’s wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no funeral service or visiting hours.
BERKSHIRE – Donald L. Wetherby
....show , age 62, passed away Monday morning, April 7, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with his family at his side.
He was born November 23, 1951 in St. Albans the son of the late, Irving & Bessie (McKinney) Wetherby.
Donnie’s many passions included being a member of the Berkshire Volunteer Fire Department for 25 years serving as Captain for the majority of that time. His greatest passion was the open road. There was nothing he liked better than driving. He drove for many companies over the years, including, Alan Vaillancourt, Luc Desautels, Richard Green, Ivan Charbonneau, Terry Hill and most recently, David Couture. He also owned and was the cook at Sam’s Country Kitchen for 6 years. Donnie was the type of man that would give the shirt off his back if he could.
He is survived by his wife, Samantha Brace of Berkshire; his children, Irving Wetherby and his wife Christina of Berkshire Stacey Betourney of Framingham, CT, Kayla Wetherby of Berkshire, and Zoe Raymond of Berkshire; his grandchildren, Jade, Taylor, Keagan & MacKenzie Wetherby, and Kyle Betourney; his sister, Jacqueline Meunier and her husband Raymond of Richford; his brothers, Raymond “Butch” Phillips of Franklin, Robert Phillips and his wife Brenda of Putney, Bruce Wetherby and his wife Debbie of Berkshire, and Michael Wetherby and his wife Nancy of Burlington; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Donnie was predeceased by his brother, David.
Visiting hours will be held Friday April 11, 2014 from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. There will be no formal funeral service and burial will take place at the convenience of the family in the Berkshire Center Cemetery.
For those who wish, contributions may be made to the Spears Funeral Home, P.O. Box 396, Enosburg Falls to help his family with funeral expenses.
BERKSHIRE CTR. – Marjorie Stowe
....show , age 90, passed away Friday, April 04, 2014 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans.
She was born on May 6, 1923, at the Johnson home in Berkshire, to the late Willard & Eva (Lahue) Johnson. Marjorie was proud of the fact that she lived in the home her father built.
Marjorie attended the Berkshire Center Elementary School and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School class of 1942. After high school she worked on her brother, Cortes’ farm, milking cows and haying, she also worked as a waitress at the Ideal Restaurant in Enosburg. In 1943 she went to Leominster, MA to live with her sister, Bernice Carter, and worked for Foster Grant. She returned home in 1944 and began working for Missisquoi Corp, the Sheldon paper mill, until 1950. Marjorie married Leon Stowe on April 25, 1948 and together they ran their trucking company Stowe & Sons, Inc.
She was the town clerk and treasurer for the town of Berkshire from 1960 until 1975. Marjorie and Leon became members of the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church on December 19, 1948; she served the church as moderator, clerk, trustee, janitor and treasurer throughout the years. She was a former member of 4H, Vermont Grange and National Grange, former president and treasurer of the Dorcas Society, former secretary and treasurer of the Berkshire Historical Society and acted as treasurer for the Berkshire Center Cemetery Association since 1983. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling to Health Seekers meetings and bible study.
She is survived by her children, Larry Stowe and his wife Diane of Berkshire Ctr., Bonnie Stowe of East Berkshire and her significant other, Dennis Demar of Franklin, David Stowe and his wife Patricia of Enosburg Falls and Joyce Dodd and her husband Eric of Berkshire Ctr.; 9 grandchildren, Neil, Jeffrey, Holly, Hannah, Hilary, Anna-Maria, Amber, Autumn & Barry; 9 great grandchildren, Justin, Jarron, Jordon, Michael, Maverick, Alexis, Sierra, Jenessa & Bryella; siblings, Kenneth Johnson and his wife Marilyn of Franklin and Charlotte Hammond of North Berkshire and her significant other, Wendell “Bing” Gilbert of Bakersfield and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, Leon Stowe; 2 brothers, Sterling & Cortes Johnson and a sister, Bernice Carter.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church, Water Tower Rd., Berkshire Center with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will be held later this spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Marjorie’s memory may be made to the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church, C/O Diane & Larry Stowe, 2345 Berkshire Center Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURG – Joyce E. Randall
....show , age 77, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born September 11, 1936 in St. Albans the daughter of the late Malcolm & Blanche (Barrett) Garland.
Joyce graduated from B.F.A St. Albans class of 1954, that same year she married Curtis Randall on July 3. Joyce was a cook for the Dairy Center for over 30 years. She used her talent to host many family gatherings and nobody left hungry. In her spare time Joyce enjoyed bowling and playing bingo. She also liked to read, particularly Stephen King novels, and keep track of family genealogy.
She is survived by her children, Diane & Duane Delisle of Richford, David & Tammy Randall of Berkshire, Douglas Randall & Brenda Mossey of Richford, Daniel & Sharon Randall, Dean Randall all of Enosburg and Patricia Shatney of Deland, FL; her grandchildren, Jamie & Mike Farrar, John Domina & Chelsea Minor, Joey Randall, Jolene Randall & Jeff Shover, Justin Randall, Mike & Abbie Randall, Josh Randall & Taylor Tibbits, Nicole & Jared Willey, Joyce Patterson, Kimberly Delisle & Stuart Arbuckle and Richard Delisle & Evelyn Therrian; 16 great grandchildren; her brother, Carroll & Brenda Garland of Oxen Hill, MD; a niece, Candy Thomas; special friend, Lila Bennett; former son & daughter-in-law, Gary Domina of Berkshire and Tammie Day of Enosburg Falls and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Curtis Randall; grandson, Mark Randall; her siblings, Janice Lapan and John & Roy Garland and her faithful companion, Wizard.
Joyce’s family would like to thank the staff’s from the Franklin County Rehab Facility and the Northwestern Medical Center, especially the concierge service, for the outstanding care given to her.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, Horseshoe Rd., Berkshire with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 2:00 until the hour of the service. Interment will take place this summer in St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Joyce’s memory may be made to offset her funeral expenses and made to Spears Funeral Home, P.O. Box 396, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
BERKSHIRE CTR. – Marjorie Stowe
....show , age 90, passed away Friday, April 04, 2014 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans.
She was born on May 6, 1923, at the Johnson home in Berkshire, to the late Willard & Eva (Lahue) Johnson. Marjorie was proud of the fact that she lived in the home her father built.
Marjorie attended the Berkshire Center Elementary School and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School class of 1942. After high school she worked on her brother, Cortes’ farm, milking cows and haying, she also worked as a waitress at the Ideal Restaurant in Enosburg. In 1943 she went to Leominster, MA to live with her sister, Bernice Carter, and worked for Foster Grant. She returned home in 1944 and began working for Missisquoi Corp, the Sheldon paper mill, until 1950. Marjorie married Leon Stowe on April 25, 1948 and together they ran their trucking company Stowe & Sons, Inc.
She was the town clerk and treasurer for the town of Berkshire from 1960 until 1975. Marjorie and Leon became members of the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church on December 19, 1948; she served the church as moderator, clerk, trustee, janitor and treasurer throughout the years. She was a former member of 4H, Vermont Grange and National Grange, former president and treasurer of the Dorcas Society, former secretary and treasurer of the Berkshire Historical Society and acted as treasurer for the Berkshire Center Cemetery Association since 1983. In her later years, she enjoyed traveling to Health Seekers meetings and bible study.
She is survived by her children, Larry Stowe and his wife Diane of Berkshire Ctr., Bonnie Stowe of East Berkshire and her significant other, Dennis Demar of Franklin, David Stowe and his wife Patricia of Enosburg Falls and Joyce Dodd and her husband Eric of Berkshire Ctr.; 9 grandchildren, Neil, Jeffrey, Holly, Hannah, Hilary, Anna-Maria, Amber, Autumn & Barry; 9 great grandchildren, Justin, Jarron, Jordon, Michael, Maverick, Alexis, Sierra, Jenessa & Bryella; siblings, Kenneth Johnson and his wife Marilyn of Franklin and Charlotte Hammond of North Berkshire and her significant other, Wendell “Bing” Gilbert of Bakersfield and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, Leon Stowe; 2 brothers, Sterling & Cortes Johnson and a sister, Bernice Carter.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church, Water Tower Rd., Berkshire Center with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will be held later this spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Marjorie’s memory may be made to the Berkshire 2nd Congregational Church, C/O Diane & Larry Stowe, 2345 Berkshire Center Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURG – Joyce E. Randall
....show , age 77, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born September 11, 1936 in St. Albans the daughter of the late Malcolm & Blanche (Barrett) Garland.
Joyce graduated from B.F.A St. Albans class of 1954, that same year she married Curtis Randall on July 3. Joyce was a cook for the Dairy Center for over 30 years. She used her talent to host many family gatherings and nobody left hungry. In her spare time Joyce enjoyed bowling and playing bingo. She also liked to read, particularly Stephen King novels, and keep track of family genealogy.
She is survived by her children, Diane & Duane Delisle of Richford, David & Tammy Randall of Berkshire, Douglas Randall & Brenda Mossey of Richford, Daniel & Sharon Randall, Dean Randall all of Enosburg and Patricia Shatney of Deland, FL; her grandchildren, Jamie & Mike Farrar, John Domina & Chelsea Minor, Joey Randall, Jolene Randall & Jeff Shover, Justin Randall, Mike & Abbie Randall, Josh Randall & Taylor Tibbits, Nicole & Jared Willey, Joyce Patterson, Kimberly Delisle & Stuart Arbuckle and Richard Delisle & Evelyn Therrian; 16 great grandchildren; her brother, Carroll & Brenda Garland of Oxen Hill, MD; a niece, Candy Thomas; special friend, Lila Bennett; former son & daughter-in-law, Gary Domina of Berkshire and Tammie Day of Enosburg Falls and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Curtis Randall; grandson, Mark Randall; her siblings, Janice Lapan and John & Roy Garland and her faithful companion, Wizard.
Joyce’s family would like to thank the staff’s from the Franklin County Rehab Facility and the Northwestern Medical Center, especially the concierge service, for the outstanding care given to her.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, Horseshoe Rd., Berkshire with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 2:00 until the hour of the service. Interment will take place this summer in St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Enosburg Falls.
RICHFORD – Shane M. Hoague
....show , age 37, passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 31, 2014 in Sheldon.
He was born in St. Albans on March 5, 1977 the son of Janette (Hurlbut) Hoague and the late Wayne Hoague.
Shane was a member of the Abenaki community. He learned how to drive truck while working for Chris Oliver Trucking and eventually started his own company called S & S Hoague Trucking. He was a truck driver by trade but a farmer at heart; he enjoyed raising cows, pigs and chickens and going to farm auctions, especially Fournier’s.
Shane loved music and KISS was his favorite band; he did some DJ work at J.D.’s Pub and frequently went to concerts. His favorite car was the Ford Mustang and he was very proud of his “adult” toy collection of model tractors and trains.
He leaves behind his wife, June (Russin) Hoague of Richford; his children, Kerria Hoague of Vernon, VT and Lily Beaulieu of Berkshire; step-children, Alexis Kellom of Vernon, VT, Leah Russin and Katie, Bethany, Thomas & Tyler Gleason all of Richford; his mother, Janette Hoague of Swanton; 2 sisters, Raven Hoague of Swanton and Debby Barrett and her husband Alan of St. Albans; 3 brothers, Kevin Hoague and his wife Audrey of New Hampshire, Danny Hoague and his wife Angie of Highgate and Wayne Hoague Jr. and his wife Faye of Ludlow, VT; 2 special aunts, Colleen Mills and her partner Bill Russell of Enosburg and Billie Westcom and her husband Kirt of East Fairfield and several nieces & nephews. Besides his father, Shane was predeceased by his brother, Skyler Hoague and his sister, Wanda Widden.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 4-7 PM. Interment will be this spring in the Riverside Cemetery in Swanton.
For those who wish, contributions in Shane’s memory may be made to the VT Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT.
WEST ENOSBURGH - Frances (Benoit) Vaillancourt
....show , age 89, passed away Sunday evening, March 30, 2014 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington.
She was born December 3, 1924 in Manseau, Que., Canada, the daughter of the late Albert and Amanda (Beauchemin) Benoit.
She moved to Vermont as a young girl and lived on the family farm in Enosburg Center. On June 23, 1942 she married Charles Vaillancourt. Charlie and Frances bought a farm in West Enosburgh and farmed side by side while raising their family. Their farm was well known for Kidders Swimming hole which they so generously shared for generations. Frances was famous for her prize winning Maple Cream and delicious Maple Syrup. She was so proud of all her blue ribbons. Frances had a lifelong love of music especially playing her fiddle. Her feet were always tapping to lively French Canadian music. Charlie died in March of 2001 but the farm continued on today under the capable hands of Patrick and Donna with Frances supervising. Now the supervisor is gone and the eight o'clock popcorn hours are no more. Her faithful pet of 15 years, Lucy, has lost her mistress. Frances was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish. She also enjoyed being a member of the Red Hat Society.
She is survived by her children and their spouses: Alan and Susan(Gray); Rachel and Charles Pattee; Mark and Lynette(Larivee); Norman and Ellen(O'Shea); Patrick and Donna(Powers) and Joanne and David Swan. Grandchildren: Lisa (Terri)Vaillancourt; Michelle (Anthony)Lussier; James (Jody) Vaillancourt; Carrie (David) Garfinkle; Thomas (Renee) Pattee; Jason (Megan) Vaillancourt; Matthew Vaillancourt; Joey (Heather) Vaillancourt; Terri (Keith)Deuso; Aaron Vaillancourt; Jason (Amanda) Kennison and Kelli (Scott) Howard. 22 Great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She also leaves her sister Marie Arcara and her sisters-in-law Claire Vaillancourt; Reine Dufresne and Georgette Theriault. Frances is survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and many good lifelong friends. Frances was pre-deceased by her husband of 58 years, Charles; her parents; and her siblings: Gerard, Rene, Treffle, Real, Emile and Annette.
Funeral services will be held Friday, April 4, 2014 at 11:00 at St. John the Baptist Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 7-9 at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or St. John the Baptist Church, PO Box 563, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
RICHFORD – Russell M. Davis
....show , age 87, passed away Friday March 28, 2014 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans.
He was born December 1, 1926 in Richford the son of the late Lucius & Mabel (Smith) Davis and was raised by Edson & Electa Bliss after Russell’s mother passed away when he was a young boy.
Russell was a lifelong resident of Richford. He was a graduate of Richford High School. Upon graduation he entered the United States Army Air Corp during WWII. He was employed at H.K. Webster (Blue Seal Feeds) for 38 years full time and for 12 years part-time retiring in 2003. He was a member of the Richford United Methodist Church, American Legion Post #12 and a former member of the VFW and the Masonic Lodge both of Richford. He had been a member of the Richford Center Cemetery Association since 1948 serving as sexton for several years.
He is survived by his wife, Rachel Davis of Enosburg Falls; his daughter and her husband, Connie & Raymond Lee of Richford; his sisters, Alberta Markerewicz and Thelma Pattee both of Massachusetts; his sisters-in-law, Audrey Hanson of Charlestown, NH, and Mary Donna and her husband Herschel of Richford; a brother-in-law, Bruce Benjamin of St. Albans; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and the Bliss’s, Russell was predeceased by his son, Mark Davis; and his sister, Rita Thompson.
Russell’s family wishes to thank the staff at the Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls and the Redtsone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans for the wonderful care provided to Russell and his family.
A memorial service will be held, Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Avenue, Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in the Richford Center Cemetery.
For those who wish, contributions in Russell’s memory may be made to the Richford Center Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 236, Richford, VT 05476.
SHELDON – David Terrance McEnany
....show , age 68, passed away Friday evening March 21st 2014.
Dave was born in Richford on October 29, 1945 the son of the late Edith B. (Long) and Carlton R. McEnany. Dave grew up in Sheldon on the McEnany farm; he was the 3rd of 5 generations there. While growing up he enjoyed eating his mother’s homemade pies, fudge and popcorn balls, he also liked to raid his mother’s garden of the 1st ripe strawberries and tomatoes. As a small boy he was known to be adventurous and mischievous with the local Severance boys. He graduated from B.F.A St. Albans class of 1963. After graduation, Dave attended Auto Body Tech School in Burlington and worked for Goss Dodge.
On June Dairy Day of 1966 Dave met his future bride, Connie Young. Although Dave had no pick-up line, he did have a ’63 Ford Fairlane convertible that caught Connie’s eye. Dave and Connie dated for another 4 years, the cars got better and better, and finally when Dave purchased that maroon ’66 Dodge Polara convertible with white stripes Connie said yes to his proposal! They were married June 7th 1969 and soon after started their family of 4 – Shawn, Eric, Kalin and Meagan. Dave enjoyed auto body work so much that he started his own shop called “Dave’s Auto Body” on the family farm in Sheldon. For 22 years, Dave loved working on cars which included a ’69 Z28, a ’70 Pontiac Judge and a ’63 little blue convertible. The ’63 Corvette had to be traded towards their future home, which was a house trailer put on the family farm.
Dave’s favorite memories were snowmobiling, duck hunting, enjoying roaster pans full of corn on the cob next to the bon fire, listening to the bears hoot up in the deep Gibou with his family and best friend, Thurm Martin and family get together’s. Connie and her “Pool Boy” enjoyed listening to their 60’s tunes, while holding hands and reminiscing about the “good ole’ days”. Every morning Dave could be found in his rocking chair reading his Bible. As family and friends know Dave had the gift of talk, anyone that knew him could find him at the local restaurant almost daily. No matter what the subject was he turned the persons’ attention to the Bible. He had a strong faith in the Bible’s hope for the future and a great love for his God, Jehovah, family and the worldwide organization of his brothers and sisters.
Dave and Connie established “Paradise Pools and Spas” in 1989. It’s still going today and over the years many of our customers became very close friends. Dave enjoyed working side by side with his sons, Shawn, Eric and Kalin and grandson, Dylan. He eventually graduated to his “corporate office” where he would work on repairing pumps and filters, or where his daughter, Meagan would find him cat-napping on the boxes.
Dave’s family is looking forward to the fulfillment of a favorite scripture of his: Isaiah 26:19 “Your dead will live. My corpses will rise up. Awake and shout joyfully, you residents in the dust! For your dew is as the dew of the morning. And earth will let those powerless in death come to life.” Until then, Dave will be dearly missed by his wife, Connie; they were married for 44 years. Their sons, Shawn and his wife Melinda, Eric and his wife Michelle, Kalin and his wife Danielle; a daughter, Meagan and her husband Berkley; grandchildren, Dylan, Alyssa, Brendon and Addison; a sister, Lenora and her husband Barry; nieces, Lisa and Beth; several extended family members and many friends.
Visiting hours will be held Saturday March 29th 2014 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
Family and friends are invited to attend a public service on Sunday March 30th at 2:30 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1122 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls. The family asks for those who will attend to please carpool as parking is limited.
For those who wish, contributions in David’s memory may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, C/O Janssen Sleeper, P.O. Box 1105, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Noel C. Blouin
....show , age 74, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2014 at his home with his family at his side.
Noel was born December 25, 1939 in Richford. He was the 5th child of 8 born to the late Wellington & Pauline (Leonard) Blouin.
He graduated from Enosburg Falls High School class of 1958. After high school Noel served in the U.S. Army for 2 years and upon his discharge returned home to work for Blouin Brothers Inc.; his father’s oil distribution company. He married Annette Lavoie on November 5, 1960 and they raised their family in Enosburg Falls.
In his younger years Noel enjoyed gardening, playing horseshoes, home improvement projects, his Harley motor cycle and antique vehicles. After retiring in 1996, Noel enjoyed taking trips, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and making maple cream and cookies; something he will always be remembered for.
Noel was a longstanding member of the Enosburg Falls Lions Club; he received the Melvin Jones Fellowship award and looked forward to the June Dairy Day festival each year. Noel was very friendly and he was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Annette Blouin of Enosburg Falls; 5 children, Neil Blouin of Malone, NY, Nancy Blouin of Williston, Noreen Curtis and her husband David of Bakersfield, Laura Thorburn and her husband David of Phoenix, AZ and Michael Blouin and his wife Dianne of Lagrange, GA; 12 grandchildren, Claudette, Thomas, Brett and Alex Blouin, Jamie Curtis and his wife Hollie, Joleen Curtis, Justene Curtis and her fiancé Josh Trombly, Josalene and Justen Curtis, Curtis and Olivia Thorburn and Jessica Howard and her husband Daniel; 4 great grandchildren, Mica, Aden and James & Seanna; 3 sisters, Louise Leach, Corine Ryan and her husband Jim all of Enosburg Falls and Mary Adams and her husband Frank of Richford; sisters-in-law, Rochelle Blouin of Burlington and Theresa Gross of Essex Jct. and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Noel was predeceased by his brothers, Leonard, Paul and Thomas Blouin; a sister, Rita Megrath and brothers-in-law, Howard “Buzzy” Leach and Ronald Gross.
Noel’s family wishes to thank Dr. Karen Nepveu and staff for their wonderful care, concern and treatment of him over the past 10 years.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Timothy Stetson officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:00 until the hour of the service.
For those who wish, contributions in Noel’s memory may be made to the Enosburg Food Shelf, P.O. Box 613, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
FAIRFIELD – Philip E. Playful
....show , age 73, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2014 at his home with his loving family at his side.
Phil was born in Morrisville on February 28, 1941 the son of the late Earl & Elsie (Chamberlain) Playful.
He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1959. Phil worked for CVPS for 38 years as a lineman, and then took early retirement in 1999. He then worked farming, sugaring, haying and getting wood out. Phil, like his father enjoyed the great outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, trapping, fishing and spending time at their camp on the mountain in Jeffersonville. His boys and Phil camped and hiked the mountains while hunting and getting fire wood. He shared this love with his family and friends. The past twelve years he has shared this joy with his very special nephew Nicholas Pond, whom he has taught to enjoy all the things he did and spent quality time together. Friends and family helped build an addition on to camp last fall and everyone will continue to enjoy it for years to come. He was a long time member of the NRA and the Trappers Association. Phil and Cindy got to take their dream trip to Alaska and Canada in 2011. They also enjoyed many trips to Maine with family and friends.
He was a great husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to all. He is survived by his wife Cindy, sons Dennis, Gregory, Matthew and his partner Katie and daughters Wanda and husband Andy, Greta and husband Mark and grandson Jack, sister Mitchi King and husband John, brother-in-law Jim and Suz-anne Carpenter, sister-in-laws Mary Mason, Dianne and Arthur Tibbits, and Carole Carpenter. He was looking very forward to the arrival of his first granddaughter's birth the end of July. He also leaves many special nieces and nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, in-laws John and Betty Carpenter and brother-in-law Louie Mason.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ades and his staff; Dr. Babb and his staff; Franklin County Home Health and staff; and the staff on the Oncology Floor at FAHC.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 21, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with family friend Rev. Robert Boutwell officiating.
Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home.
Phil's very dear friends Bill and Beth Ryan are in Honduras with World Gospel Mission and Phil supported their work and would like memorial donations in his memory to go to support them. Donations can be made to World Gospel Mission and mailed to another one of Phil's dear friends Joe Walsh, 13 Upper Newton St. St.Albans, Vermont 05478.
SHELDON – George P. Ste. Marie
....show , age 71, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born in Norwich, CT on September 4, 1942 the son of the late Lawrence & Rose (Gravlin) Ste. Marie.
George graduated from the Lamoille Central Academy in 1962. He was a lifelong dairy farmer; in 1973 he purchased the farm on Duffy Hill. He married Patricia (Patch) Ste. Marie on June 24, 1964. George was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Fairfield; where he served on the finance committee and he was also a member of the St. Albans Co-Op Creamery. He loved to go hunting and fishing; he especially enjoyed deep sea fishing with his grandson and family.
He leaves behind 3 children, Ellen Ste. Marie and her fiancé Paige Horner of Enosburg, Constance Ashton of Franklin and Mark Ste. Marie and his wife Kathy Burns of Sheldon; grandchildren, Mandy-Jane Mayotte and her husband Ethan, Rarity Ashton, Ethan Tibbits and Hannah, Melanie & Justine Ste. Marie; a sister, Lucille Olsson and her husband Bruce of Silver Springs, MD and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, George was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Ste. Marie and granddaughter, Zoe Eva Ashton.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 116 Church St., Fairfield, VT with Rev. Bill Giroux celebrating the Mass of Christian Burial. There will be no visiting hours. Interment will be held this spring in St. Patrick’s Cemetery.
SHELDON – James Murray Vest
....show , age 61, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2014 at the Vermont Respite House in Williston.
James was born May 14, 1952 in Red Oak, Iowa the son of Harold P. Vest and the late Gloria (Murray) Vest.
Jim grew up in Iowa where he graduated from Red Oak High School in 1970. He attended Northwest Missouri State College and University of Vermont. He moved to Vermont in 1971 and worked at Energizer in St. Albans for 41 years retiring in 2013. He also worked for U.S. Security at the Northwestern Medical Center for 4 years. Jim was a former member of the Elks Lodge #1566 of St. Albans and the Sons of the American Legion Post # 1 of St. Albans. Jim enjoyed and excelled in golf and qualified in 1972 for the Vermont State Amateur Tournament. In the past few years Jim was content to be at home spending time with Linda.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Donna Vest of Sheldon, Jim & Linda have been together the past 15 years and were married on July 1, 2013. He is also survived by his son, Colin Vest of Durham, NC; his father, Harold Vest of Franklin; his brother and his wife, Jon & Rhonda Vest of Omaha, NE; his sister and her husband, Mary & Larry Larivee of Berkshire; his uncle & aunt, Jerry & Margaret Murray of Council Bluffs, IA; several nieces and nephews; his step daughter, Shauna Tomlinson her husband, Alan and their children, Lydia & Haley of Sheldon; his mother-in-law, Janet Donna of Sheldon; his sisters-in-law and their husbands, Teri Donna & Carlo Corbeil of Sheldon, Donna & Rick Tatro of Swanton, Sandra & Neil Wiener of Georgia, Pam & Steve Conger of Sheldon. He was predeceased by his mother, Gloria Vest; his father-in-law, Arthur “Cy” Donna; and his sister-in-law, Brenda Lee Donna.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, 245 Church Street, Enosburg Falls with Pastor Jon Bly officiating. Interment will be held later this spring in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Sheldon. There will be no visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
RICHFORD – Roy L. McAllister
....show , age 68, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2014 at his home with his loving family at his side.
He was born June 8, 1945 in St.Albans, VT the son of the late Lyndon & Eleanor (Boardman) McAllister.
Although he grew up in Richford, Roy had strong ties with his Catholic religion in New York City at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. In his younger days, Roy had a strong passion for flying, while also enjoying gambling, hunting and in his later years golfing. He especially enjoyed fishing with all of his grandsons, but always held close to his heart the special days of fishing that he spent with his grandson, Joshua.
The love for his family and friends was unconditional and will never be forgotten. He will always be remembered for the endless strength, love and devotion that he provided for his loved ones. Roy frequently quoted “I may not be rich but I am rich with skin”
Roy worked as a Union sheet metal worker for Local #63 out of Springfield, MA. He then owned and operated McAllister’s Certified Heating and later helped his sons establish McAllister’s Fuels.
He is survived by his wife, Sally (Rowley) McAllister. Roy and Sally were married on September 25, 1964. He is also survived by his 7 children, Chuck McAllister and his partner Nancy Burns of Enosburg Falls, Ronda McAllister of Berkshire and her partner Jon Johnson, Rossie Charron and her husband Reme of Richford, Nancy Leach of Enosburg Falls, Lyndon “Buck” McAllister and his wife Jamie of Richford, Robert McAllister and his wife Shawna of Richford, and Roy “Opie” McAllister II and his fiancé Kristin Baker of Montgomery. He leaves behind 17 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren with his 8th to be born soon. He also leaves behind his sister, Sandra Hurtubise and her husband Wayne of Richford; brother, Gary McAllister and his wife Suzie of Enosburg Falls; his sister, Linda Lothian and her husband Steve of St. Albans; his brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Vaughn & Judi Button of New York; and a very special friend, Dan Bartlette of Berkshire. Roy was predeceased by his father, Lyndon McAllister, mother, Eleanor McAllister, step-mother, Eva McAllister; his grandson, Joshua Leach; and great-grandson, Prestyn Joshua Paul Leach.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 17, 2014 at 2:00 PM at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main Street, Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the Richford Center Cemetery.
BERKSHIRE – Arnold Lumbra
....show , age 83, passed away Monday, March 10, 2014 at his home.
He was born in Montgomery on May 25, 1930 the son of the late Harvey & Mable (Kennett) Lumbra
Arnold was a lifelong resident of Montgomery & Berkshire. His working career started on the Archie Domina farm in Montgomery and then went to Jay Peak to clear trails for the ski resort. He then worked for the State of Vermont Highway Dept. for many years retiring in 1990. While working with the State, Arnold ran his farm in East Berkshire where he loved to raise pigs and take care of his property. Arnold loved family gatherings and playing cards.
He is survived by his niece, Linda Clark of Berkshire; his nephews and their wives, Archie & Rose Anne Domina of Sheldon and Donald & Penny Domina of Johnson; a niece-in-law, Pauline Domia of Berkshire; many great nieces and great nephews. Besides his parents, Arnold was predeceased by his sister and her husband, Adeline & Archie Domina; his nephew, Gary Domina; and great nephews, Kristopher Domina, Barry Rice & Brandon Rainville.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, 878 Horseshoe Road, East Berkshire with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will be held later this spring in the Montgomery Center Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 2:00 PM until the hour of the funeral.
For those who wish, contributions in Arnold’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478. 3
RICHFORD – Sylvia Cabral
....show , age 66, passed away on Sunday, March 09, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born November 7, 1947 in St. Albans the oldest daughter of the late Gerald & Francis (Cameron) Gauthier of West Enosburgh.
Shortly after graduation she married Stephen Taylor of St. Albans; they had one daughter together. In 1983 she moved to Indiantown, FL and while there she married Lonnie Counts. They owned and published the Indiantown News for nearly two decades. Lonnie passed away in 2001 following a year-long battle with cancer. While married, the couple opened a sanctuary specifically for cats with chronic health problems that would not find homes in regular shelters. It was known as Catsylvania and completely supported and operated by Lonnie and Sylvia.
Prior to moving back to her native state of Vermont, Sylvia married Joseph Cabral of Port St. Lucie, FL; he was a retired U.S. Marshall. The cat sanctuary was moved with them to Vermont. Joe passed away in April of 2005 following a heart attack.
She is survived by her daughter, Angela Ward and her husband Gary of Cabot, VT; grandchildren, Stephen Rawson of Enosburg Falls, Sarah Rawson of Highgate and Garan Ward of Cabot; a great grandchild, Ashton Rawson of Enosburg Falls/Swanton; a sister, Geraldine Gauthier of Ballston Spa, NY, an aunt, Germaine Zweeres of Swanton and several cousins.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1122 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT.
In lieu of flowers, Sylvia’s last request was for good, quiet homes with no children or dogs to be found for her beloved cats, which all have up to date records and photos.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Mabel R. Piette
....show , age 96, passed away Monday, March 3, 2014 at her home in Enosburg Falls.
She was born December 24, 1917 in Jay, VT the daughter of the late Frank D. & Ellen (Johnson) Rice.
Mabel married Omer Piette on February 12, 1936 in Richford. They spent many years in Hinesburg where they owned 3 farms and Piette’s Mobile Home Sales and Trailer Park. She was an active member of St. Jude’s Catholic Church and served as president of the National Council of Catholic Women and taught Cathicism for many years. Most recently she was a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Enosburg Falls. She was a member of Stella Mae Home Demonstration Group and a den mother for the Cub Scouts. Mable was well known for her love of cooking and won many prizes, but most of all she loved to work in her flower gardens.
She is survived by her son, Bill O. Piette of Notre Dame De Stanbridge, Que./Enosburg Falls; her grandchildren, Michael Piette and his wife Linda of Mobile, AL, John Piette and his wife Natalie of St. Augustine De Mirabel, Que. and Daniel Piette of Point Claire, Que.; a step-grandchild, Pascale Gamache and her husband Gino of Plainville, Que.; great-grandchildren, Louis, Amelie, Victoria and Thomas; a sister-in-law, Dean Rice of Ascutney, VT and many nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Mabel was predeceased by her husband, Omer Piette; her brothers, Adrian, Fabyan, Calvin & James Rice; and her sister, Bessie Domingue.
Mabel’s family would like to thank Veronica Parent for the care she gave to her the past 8 years which allowed her to stay at home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday March 15, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held this spring in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Sheldon.
EAST BERKSHIRE – Serena L. LaRochelle
....show , age 27, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at her home with her loving family at her side after a yearlong battle with cancer.
She was born October 10, 1986 in Burlington, the daughter of Caroline Miller & Kevin LaRochelle.
Serena was employed at Hannaford’s in Enosburg Falls for 5 years until her illness required her to stop working one year ago. She will be remembered for her sense of humor and the way her smile lite up a room. She enjoyed the simple things in life especially gardening, crafts and being creative.
Serena’s greatest and happiest day of her life was with the birth of her son, Hayden. He was the joy and center of her life and the reason she fought so long and hard against the cancer that eventually took her life.
Serena was loved and supported by Hayden’s Dad, Mark Smith and by her special friend Sean St. Cyr. Until the end these men played an important role in her life and will always be remembered by her family for the love they gave her. Also a support and love in her life was her mother, Caroline Marcy and stepdad, David Marcy. She leaves behind her “Baby Brother”, Stephen LaRochelle, and her youngest brother & sister, Hunter & Kenzie Marcy. Serena also leaves behind her father, Kevin LaRochelle and many aunts, uncles and cousins on both sides of her family who loved her very much. She leaves a special friend who Serena considered her adopted Grandmother, “Grandma Judy”. She loved the many phone calls, coffee time visits and friendship that Judy unconditionally gave. We thank you for that Judy. Serena will be missed but never forgotten.
Visiting hours will be held Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. A time of sharing will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 3:00 PM. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family this spring in the South Richford Cemetery.
For those who wish, contributions in Serena’s memory may be made to the Dream Foundation.
MONTGOMERY – Arthur St.Onge
....show , age 81, husband of Lorraine (Holmes) St.Onge and President of St.Onge Construction Co., passed away after a long unrelenting battle with cancer on Wednesday evening, February 26, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with his loving family at his side.
He was born April 23, 1932 in Montgomery Center, VT the son of the late Arthur & Marjorie (Purrier) St.Onge.
Arthur attended school in Montgomery and Enosburg. At a young age he started working with his father in the family logging and road construction business. In 1953 he was drafted in to the U.S. Army during the Korean War serving on the front lines. Following his honorable discharge Arthur went back to work for his father and then went to work on road construction for several contractors. He married Lorraine Holmes on August 7, 1959 and they traveled wherever his work would take him throughout Vermont, New Hampshire & Maine while the interstate highway system was being built. Arthur & Lorraine returned with their family to Montgomery in 1964 when they started their own construction company. A.L. St.Onge Contractors became one of the largest bridge contractors in the state with the help of his two sons and other family members. Arthur assumed an active role in the business until his death. He loved to run all of his machinery and enjoyed teaching his family his trade.
Arthur was a member of the Masons Lodge in Richford for 58 years. He was also a member of the Mount Sinai Shrine in Montpelier; the American Legion Post #42 of Enosburg Falls and the VFW Post # 7779 of Hyde Park.
Arthur enjoyed camping at Lake Carmi and spending the winters at their home in Deltona, Florida where he spent many hours on the river boating or going to the machinery auctions in Kissimmee.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Lorraine St.Onge of Montgomery; his daughter, Donna St.Onge of Burlington; his sons, Stephen St.Onge and his wife Lisa of Colchester, Arthur “Artie” St.Onge Jr. of Montgomery, and Randall “Randy” St.Onge and his wife Stacey of Montgomery; he adored his grandchildren, Scott, Brooke, Madison, Thomas & Alex St.Onge, Jamie Curtis, Elizabeth & Christopher Edwards, David & Jared McGinley; his sisters, Alice Shover and her husband Rollin of St. Albans, Beverly Sylvester of Franklin, and Marylin Abell and her husband Rodney “Mickey” of Enosburg Falls; his brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, Ernest “Clement” Lariviere of Richford; Marjorie St. John of East Montpelier, Gertrude Austin of St. Albans, Clayton Holmes and his wife Gail of South Burlington, Clinton Holmes and his wife Joyce of Richford, Lawrence Holmes and his wife Donna of Essex, Raymond Holmes and his wife Linda of Guilford, and Sonia Holmes of Richford; many nieces and nephews. Arthur was predeceased by his parents, Arthur St. Onge, Marjorie (Purrier) St.Onge and Margaret St.Onge; his sisters, Arlene Lariviere, Pauline Baker, Lillian Hicks & Albina Gibney; his son-in-law, Bill Hanlon; and his brother-in-law, Clifton Holmes.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 3, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church, 245 Church St., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Edward Sorrell officiating. Interment with military honors will take place at the convenience of the family this spring in the Montgomery Village Cemetery
Visiting hours will be held Sunday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Arthur’s memory may be made to Montgomery United Methodist Church, C/O Merle Van Geisen, 3539 West Hill Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the Montgomery Historical Society, P.O. Box 47, Montgomery, VT. 05470.
RICHFORD – Irene Benson
....show , age 91, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
She was born in Richford on July 19, 1922 the daughter of the late Homidas & Wilhelmine (Gagnon) Morel.
Irene was a lifelong resident of Richford where she grew up on Town House Hill. She was a 1940 graduate of Richford High School and was a member of All Saints Catholic Church. Irene was employed as a bookkeeper at Sweat-Comings, Kelly Insurance Agency (Frank Donahue) and the Richford School System. Irene and Bob also enjoyed traveling having visited California and Florida. She enjoyed playing cards, dancing and roller skating. She also enjoyed coffee and visits with her friends. Irene’s greatest joy was raising her daughter Betty and spending time with her and family.
She is survived by her son-in-law, Ricky Doe and his fiancée Mary Anne Duell of Berkshire; granddaughter, Laura Cole and her husband Wade of Georgia; her grandson, Charles Doe and his girlfriend Shannon Maynard of Georgia; her great grandchildren, Noah & Elias Cole; her brother, Rene Morel and his wife Nettie of Richford. Besides her parents, Irene was predeceased by her husband Robert Benson on August 7, 2002; and her daughter, Betty Doe on September 19, 2011.
Irene’s family wishes to thank the staff at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford where Irene had made her home for the last year, the folks at Meals on Wheels of Richford and the staff at Franklin County Home Health Agency for the wonderful care provided to Irene.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main Street, Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be held later this spring at the All Saints Cemetery. In keeping with Irene’s wishes there will be no visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Irene’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Meals on Wheels Program of Richford, 14 Province Street, Richford, VT 05476.
RICHFORD – Richard A. Carpenter
....show , age 68, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born on July 23, 1945 in Hartford, CT the son of the late Russell S. & Doris M. (Rodinson) Carpenter. Richard lived in Bristol, VT for many years prior to moving to Richford.
Richard is survived by 3 daughters, Norma Button and her husband Brian of Sheldon, Tara Wright and her husband Kevin and Mary Carpenter all of Richford; 2 sons, Walter Carpenter and his girlfriend Barb of Richford and David Carpenter and his girlfriend Amade of Middlebury; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; a brother, David Carpenter and his wife Pam of Rutland and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his wife, Bernice (Jimmo) Carpenter on November 13, 2007; a daughter, Jessie Carpenter, who died at birth; 2 brothers, Robert & Allen Carpenter and a sister, Christine Frost.
There will be no public services for Richard and his remains will be buried with his wife in the Richford Center Cemetery.
For those who wish, contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Elizabeth “Betty” Wry Gray
....show passed away on February 10, 2014 after a short illness. Betty was born October 3, 1921 in St. Albans, VT. She was the oldest child of Walter E. Wry and Bertha Kennedy Wry. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School. Betty married John T. Gray on July 13, 1941.
She was an army wife and travelled the world supportive of her husband and raising her family. In 1962, upon army retirement, she moved to Enosburg Falls, VT and more recently made her home at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford. Betty continued to be a supporting wife and mother through the years as her husband began a career working for the State of Vermont. She was a beautiful, intelligent and talented woman. She was personally interested in knitting, spending time with her children and grandchildren, watching sports games, and playing cards with many card clubs around Enosburg. Betty was a member of St. Anne’s Society and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a deeply religious person with a deep devotion to the Blessed Mary and St. Jude.
Betty is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law: Susan and Alan Vaillancourt of West Enosburgh, VT; Judith and Robert Baird of St. Johnsbury, VT; and Karen and Gary Jacobs of Essex Jct, VT. She is survived by 10 grandchildren and their spouses: Lisa Vaillancourt and Terri Williams of Seattle, WA; Michelle and Anthony Lussier of Berkshire, VT; James and Jody Vaillancourt of West Enosburgh, VT; Carrie and David Garfinkle of Nashville, TN; Matthew Vaillancourt of Deland, FL/Enosburgh, VT; Julie and James Ryan of Merrill, MI; Diana and Doug Nelson of Redondo Beach, CA; Joshua and Vanessa Baird of Wellesley, MA; Amy Baird Wessel and Jesse Wessel, of Blue Hill, ME; and Daniel and Christine Jacobs of Hinesburg, VT. She is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins, a special niece, Colleen Hickey of South Hero, VT, and her sisters-in-law, Carol Wry of Swanton, VT and Marjorie Villa, of St. Albans, VT.
She was predeceased by her husband Lt. Col. John T. Gray, her sister and brother-in- law Barbara and James Hickey, her brother Walter “Bud” Wry, and nephew Patrick Hickey.
Betty’s family wish to thank the staff at Our Lady of the Meadows for the wonderful care provided to Betty over the last several months.
In keeping with Betty’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. A funeral service will be held on Saturday February 15, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St., Enosburg, VT, with Rev. Roger Charbonneau celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, P.O. Box 563, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 or to the Carmelite Monastery, 89 Hiddenbrooke Drive, Beacon, NY, 12508.
ENOSBURG FALLS - Irene Marie Lamarche
....show , age 95, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2014 at St. Albans Healthcare and Rehab St. Albans, VT with loving support from her family after a short illness.
She was born June 10, 1918 in Mansonville, Que the daughter of the late Andrew and Laura (Prive) Cabana.
Irene grew up in Fairfield and Enosburg. She married to Joseph Lamarche, December 13, 1932. She was a resident of Enosburg for many years. She wallpapered and painted until the age of 80 in many homes in Franklin County.
She is a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Ladies of St. Anne Society, Catholic Order of Foresters, Fletcher Grange, Camel’s Hump, Pomona and National Grange for over 50 years.
She enjoyed playing cribbage (Monday cribbage league at the American Legion) and bowling for over 40 years (Dairy Center Northern League) and Bingo were many of her activities. She crocheted and did a lot of canvas items giving them to everyone who visited her.
Irene is survived by her three children, Marie Brouillette of Sheldon, Lawrence Lamarche, Saratoga Springs, NY and Clement (Mona) Lamarche from Tavares, Florida.
10 grandchildren, David Brouillette (Jerri) of Sheldon, Teresa Stebbins of Georgia, Mary Brouillette of St. Albans, Mark Brouillette (Wendy) of Montgomery and Andrew Brouillette (Susan) of Sheldon Michelle Marresse (Micheal) of NY, Micheal Lamarche of Florida, Paul Lamarche, Robert Lamarche and Kelly-Jo Lamarche all of Saratoga Springs, NY.
Great Grandchildren, Laura Stebbins of Waterbury, Eric Stebbins of Georgia, Kristine Stebbins of Burlington, Matthew Brouillette (Katy) of Swanton, Abbey Miller (Tyler) of Bakersfield, Nathaniel Brouillette, Bradley Brouilette both of Sheldon, Katie Siano of Montgomery and Joshua Lamarche , Sr of Saratoga Springs, NY.; Great-Great Grandchildren: Kameron, & Jace Brouillette, Joshua, Jr and Connor Lamarche
Irene was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Lamarche; parents Andrew & Laura (Prive) Cabana; sisters, Connie Emch, Edith Nolan, Florence Emch; and her brother Merrill Cabana; son Reginald Lamarche; great grandson-Jason Brouillette; and son-in-law, Richard Brouillette.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi St, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 with Father Roger Charbonneau officiating. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Enosburg Falls. A Reception will be held after the committal at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall, Shawville Rd, Sheldon Springs, VT 05485.
Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 4-7PM at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450
For those who wish, contributions can be made to Enosburgh Ambulance Service, 83 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
The family wishes to thank Lady of the Meadows for the 5 years she spent with them, they made her feel very much at home and St. Albans Healthcare and Rehab.
FAIRFAX / ESSEX JCT. – Ronald A. Gross
....show , age 78, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2014 at his home in Essex Jct.
He was born September 20, 1935 in Barre the son of the late Frank & Hazel (Gamble) Gross.
Ron graduated from Richford High School class of 1953. After high school he joined the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. When Ron was discharged from the Army in 1957 he began working at IBM; where he spent 30 years before retiring in 1987. He was a member of the American Legion Post #35 in Cambridge and served as groundskeeper for the Sanderson Corners Cemetery. Ron’s hobbies included ice fishing, camping, reading and gardening. He was an avid NASCAR fan and also completed the 251 club.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Theresa (Lavoie) Gross of Essex Jct.; 3 children, Dan Gross and his wife Nancy of Fairfax, Kevin Gross and his wife Sherry of Charlotte and Donny Gross of Fairfax; 5 grandchildren, Erin, Andrew, Jordan, Zach and Matt Gross; 3 step-grandchildren, Dylan, Morgan and Kacy Preston; 6 siblings, Conan Gross and his wife Bea of Palm Bay, FL, Mary Ducolon and her husband Bernard of St. Albans, Marty Hoadley and her husband Pat of Berkshire, Fran Mercure and her husband Mike of Richford, David Gross of Richford and Becky Thompson and her husband Orlyn of Berkshire; sister-in-law, Annette Blouin and her husband Noel of Enosburg Falls; brother-in-law, George Perry of St. Albans and several cousins and nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Ron was predeceased by an infant daughter, Doreen Gross.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral.
Interment will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 11:00 AM in Sanderson Corners Cemetery, Fletcher Rd., Fairfax.
For those who wish, contributions in Ron’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT 05405.
ENOSBURG FALLS – Robert H. “Bob” Duso
....show , age 79, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at his home in Enosburg Falls.
He was born in Berkshire on August 20, 1934 to the late Walter & Marion (Leahy) Duso.
Bob attended East Berkshire Elementary and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School class of 1952. After graduating he went to work at the paper mill in Sheldon; where he spent 41 years before retiring in 1995 due to illness. Bob married Beverly Lovelette on November 19, 1954. His hobbies included woodworking, building Adirondack chairs, and organizing bus trips to Atlantic City. Bob also loved going for rides and taking family trips to Wells, Maine in the summer. In recent years, Bob’s greatest joy was spending time with his family and watching his grandchildren play sports or anything they participated in. He especially enjoyed watching his great granddaughter ride her bike.
He is survived by his children, David Duso and his friend Bev of Milton, Lori Shuren and her husband Mark, Mark Duso and his wife Crista all of Enosburg Falls, Dawn Limmer and her husband Joel of Bloomington, MN, Carol Kane and her husband Greg of Sheldon and Shannon Burk and her husband Michael of Fletcher; 7 Grandchildren, Coty, Scott Alyssa and Tyler Duso, Morgan Limmer and Jeremy and Amy Kane; 1 Great Grandchild, Andrea Duso; a brother, John Duso and his wife Perri of South Burlington, sister, Carolena Jaquith and her husband Myrl of Port St. Joe, FL and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Bob was predeceased by his wife, Beverly (Lovelette) Duso, his son, Michael Duso and a sister, Sandra Duso.
“It’s not what you take when you leave this world behind you, it’s what you leave behind when you go”.
A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 5:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Tim Stetson officiating. Interment will be held this spring in the East Berkshire Congregational Cemetery.
Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 3:00 until the hour of the funeral.
For those who wish, contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
MONTGOMERY – Michael J. Elkins
....show , age 69, passed away Thursday January 16, 2014 at his home with his family at his side.
He was born January 21, 1944 in Montgomery the son of the late Clayton & Josephine (Green) Elkins.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Maggie” (Lamoureux) Elkins of Montgomery; son, Clay Elkins and his partner Guillermo Barrantes of Boston, MA; daughter, Kelly Maxfield and her husband Kevin of Johnson; grandchildren, Emma Roger, Michael & Jonathan Maxfield; his sisters and their husbands, Maxine & Warren Farrar of Richford and Janice & James Adams of Fairfield; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Mike was predeceased by his sister, Deanna Carr.
In keeping with Mike’s wishes there will be no funeral service or visiting hours.
For those who wish, in lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
RICHFORD – Janice Ellen Nunez
....show , age 83, widow of Edward R. Nunez, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans with her loving family at her side.
She was born September 15, 1930 in Richford the daughter of the late Lynwood P. & Christine L. (Young) Gibney.
Janice was a resident of Richford most of her life. She was a 1948 graduate of Richford High School and a member of All Saints Catholic Church. Janice had worked many jobs through the years including times at Brouilette’s Dept. Store for Clarice Tibbits, Monsoon’s, Sewing Factory, bar tending at Roger’s Grill and helping with activities at Our Lady of the Meadows with all of these business’s being located in Richford. She also helped Pete Dussault at Skoozy’s Store in East Berkshire and was associated with Arthur’s Dept. Store in Morrisville.
Janice enjoyed reading and going to the library, flowers, cooking (Mexican Food), playing cards and traveling. She loved the roll of being Ed’s wife and caring for him. Family was very important to Janice; she enjoyed spending time with family as well as having family come to visit her, especially her nephew, Terry Gibney who Janice & Ed considered a son.
She is survived by her daughters; Candice Anne Corey and her husband Daniel of Richford and Debra Hildebrand and her husband Jon of Essex; her grandchildren, Mathew James Corey, Saralee Macari and her husband Darin, Brian Nelson Tessier Jr., Jessica Tessier and Travis Lee Tessier and his wife Nicole; her great grandchildren, Makenna, Ella, Sean-Michael, Michael, Chia, Aiden, Derek & Kasey; her sisters-in-law, Susan Dussault and her husband Peter and Betty Carrilo of Tucson, AZ; her brother-in-law, Bob LaDuke of Montebllo, CA; several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Janice was predeceased by her husband, Edward Rudolph Nunez; and her brothers, Larry James Gibney and Lynwood Lauren Gibney.
Funeral services will be held Monday, January 20, 2014 at 11:00 AM at All Saints Catholic Church 155 Main St., Richford with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls on Monday from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM.
For those who wish, contributions in Janice’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.
BAKERSFIELD, VT – Elsie Cecilia Hachez
....show , age 83, passed away Monday, January 13, 2014 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford.
She was born March 13, 1930 in Stillwater, RI the daughter of the late John & Essie (Kane) Horan.
Elsie grew up in Rhode Island and attended Knotty Oak School in Coventry, RI. She worked for the Ryder Truck Rental Company as the billing clerk for many years. She was a Eucharistic minister at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church where she served as treasurer of the rosary & altar guild. She was also a member of the III Order of Franciscan Holy Spirit Fraternity and the PTO President of the Central School in Warwick, RI. Elsie enjoyed cooking and gardening and especially enjoyed bow hunting in Narragansett and was the Narragansett Bow Hunter New England State Champion.
She is survived by her daughters, Debra Voelker, and Holly Crispell and her husband John; her grandchildren, John R. Crispell and Sarah M. Crispell all of Bakersfield, VT. Beside her parents, Elsie was predeceased by her husband Ralph Hachez. Elsie & Ralph were married May 8, 1948.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 9:00 AM at St. Rose & Clement Parish, 111 Long Street, Warwick, RI. There will be no visiting hours.
For those who wish, contributions in Elsie’s memory may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows resident activity fund, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476.
SHELDON – Doris R. Raymond
....show , age 93, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans
She was born October 10, 1920 in Franklin the daughter of the late Fred & Emma (Reynolds) Bolio.
Doris was a resident of Sheldon since 1958 and was a former resident of Franklin. Growing up she left the 4th grade to help take care of her mother and help with the chores around the house and farm. She was employed at the George Yette Bag Factory in Swanton and Thermal Wire in South Hero. Doris also wallpapered for several families around the county with her niece Gladys Couture.
She loved playing cards (500), hosting card parties, feeding the birds, gardening and visiting with family and friends especially her grandchildren. She will be best remembered by her story telling and her knack for reminiscing.
She is survived by and will be missed deeply by her grandsons, Kelly Raymond and his girlfriend Kelly St. Pierre of Sheldon, Darren Raymond and his girlfriend Norma Dashno of Sheldon & Jason Raymond and his wife Kaitlin of Grand Isle, and Jim Jettie of Fairfield who Doris considered a grandson; 3 great grandchildren, Desiree, Alisha & Caleb Raymond; several nieces and nephews; and her cat, Baby Cat. Besides her parents, Doris was predeceased by her husband, Reuben Raymond; her children, Douglas Raymond, Helen Jette & Joyce Raymond; her grandchildren, Randall Jette & Pamela Jette; her brothers, Howard, Willie & Clifford Bolio; and her sister, May Laroche.
Funeral services will be held Monday January 13, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment will take place this spring in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Franklin.
Visiting hours will be held Sunday from 3-5 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.
For those who wish, contributions in Doris’s memory may be made to the Vermont Cancer Center, 89 Beaumont Ave., Given E213, Burlington, VT. 05405.
MONTGOMERY CENTER – Carlton Roger Barnes
....show , age 82, passed away Sunday evening, January 5, 2014 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans.
Carlton was born December 2, 1931 in Montgomery the son of the late Clayton Barnes Sr. & Lona (Kennett) Barnes.
Carlton was a lifelong resident of Montgomery Center where he worked on the family farm for many years. Along with farming, Carlton loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and cutting firewood. He was a member of the Lincoln Lodge F&AM #78 and had received his 50 year pin.
He is survived by a sister, Audrey LaFlame and her companion Stuart Peck of Enosburg Falls; 2 brothers, Clayton Barnes Jr of Georgia & Robert Barnes Sr. and his companion Myrna Flanagan of Highgate; his nieces and nephews, Maryellen Comtois and her husband Maurice; Jeffrey Barnes and his wife Jessica, Beverly Mayotte, Robert Barnes Jr. and his wife Cindy, Judy Picininni, and William Barnes and his wife Crystal; many great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 11, 2014 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will be this spring in the Montgomery Center Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the hour of the funeral.
For those who wish, contributions in Carlton’s memory may be made to the Lincoln Lodge # 78 F&AM, C/O Eli Gabuzda, P.O. Box 763, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.
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