Bernadette M. Chamberland
....show , 97, of Newport, VT, passed away on December 30, 2015 in Newport. She was born on February 12, 1918 in Westfield, VT to Joseph and Rosanna (Lachappel) Pion. Bernadette was an inspector for Indian Head Plywood In Newport where she retired in 1982 after 18 years of service.
Bernadette enjoyed playing bingo, making arts and crafts, shopping, eating out, and traveling to Florida for several years. She enjoyed family visits, and will be missed by her many friends at Governor Prouty Apartments including her good friend Joan Carpenter. She will also be missed by her dear dog Chole.
She is survived by her children: Georgette Jones of Newport, VT, and Arlene Brown and her husband Glen of Newport Center, VT, by her grandchildren: Robert, Michael, Tammy Baraw and Glen W. Brown and by 10 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Theresa Couture of Westfield, VT, Mary Turgeon and her husband Norman of Newport, VT, her sister-in-laws: Joyce and Alice Pion of Newport, VT, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers: Norman and Paul Pion. Friends may call from 7-9 P.M. on Monday January 4, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday January 5, 2015 with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Spring interment in Notre Dame Cemetery, North Troy, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 37 Elmwood Ave, Burlington, VT 05401.
Simonne Juliette Chodakowski
....show , 89, a resident of Derby Green, Derby, VT, formerly of Pelham, NH, passed away on December 29, 2015 in Derby. She was born on April 17, 1926 in Dracut, MA to Henry and Blanche (Houle) Vigeant. She married Joseph Chodakowski who predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her daughter Andree Chodakowski. She graduated from St. Louis Academy in Lowell, MA. Before her retirement, she was employed by the Archdiocese of Boston, MA, and previously worked for Harris Corp and Sanders Associates both of Nashua, NH.
She enjoyed reading and singing in the church choir. She is survived by her children: Jeannie Lambert and her husband Albert of Newport, VT, Emile Chodakowski and his wife Yujun of Providence, RI, Anne Robinson of Jacksonville, FL, Joel Chodakowski of Berkley Springs, W. Virginia, Jon Chodakowski of Concord, NH, 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, by her brother Gilbert Vigeant of Lowell, MA, and by several nieces and nephews. A mass will be held on May 6, 2016 at 11:00 AM at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, VT. An interment will be held in the Gibson Cemetery in Pelham, NH at a later date. Should friends desire contributions in her memory may be made to the Northeast Kingdom Counsel On Aging, c/o Mary Jane Miller, 481 Summer Street, Suite 101, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.
Jacqueline Cecile Powers
....show , 89, of Newport died peacefully in her sleep on December 28, 2015, at Newport Health Care Center. She was born on August 20, 1926, in Creil, France, daughter of Gabrielle Contant. Jacqueline met and married Kenneth Powers, her husband of 68 years, on August 1, 1945, while he was serving the Army’s 112th Infantry, World War II, stationed in France. Shortly after the war, the couple arrived in Newport, VT, where they lived and raised their family.
Jacqueline was known for her generosity towards others, her sense of humor and beautiful smile. She will be remembered for making so many children happy during the holidays by collecting, cleaning and repairing (along with Ken’s help) many toys for distribution. She was always there to offer a helping hand. For several years she worked at Newport Health Care where she earned her C.N.A. that was an accomplishment she was very proud of.
Her hobbies included crocheting, bingo and garage sales. She thoroughly enjoyed her pets as well and her home.
Jacqueline’s proudest accomplishment was her family as she displayed the many pictures that surrounded her walls. She is survived by her daughter Shirley McFadzean and her husband Verne of Alburgh, her son Richard and his wife Rachel of Coventry, her grandchildren Julie Terrazzanno of St. Albans, Deanna McFadzean of St.Albans, Kathleen Shedd and her husband Jay of Fairfax, and Scott Powers and his partner Stuart of Atlanta, Georgia; by her great grandchildren Garrett, Abby, Valerie, Jenna, Olivia, Ricky, Nichole, Chloe, and great-great grandson Brantley.
A graveside service with interment will be in the spring at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery.
Should friends desire, donations in Jacqueline’s name can be made to Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT or Newport Health Care Center, 148 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Allen D. Rexford
....show , 67, of Barton died December 27, 2015 at his home. He was born on October 27, 1948 in Morrisville,VT. On August 27, 1971 he married Alice Carrier who survives him. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his wife Alice Rexford of Barton, VT, by his daughter Crystal Horn and her husband Ronald of Kannapolis, NC, by his grandchildren: Adrian, Jacklynn, Elizabeth, and Rebecka. He is also survived by his sister Linda Wilhelm of Georgia. Services will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Randolph, VT.
Ruth (Shattuck) Austin
....show of Newport, Vermont passed away peacefully on December 26, 2015 in Newport at the age of 101. Ruth was born in West Derby on April 15, 1914 to Roy and Emma (Carlquist) Shattuck, the youngest of their four children. She was a graduate of Newport High School and attended nursing school in the former Orleans Memorial Hospital. She married Ellis S. Austin Jr. on January 14, 1933. She was a lifelong resident of Newport.
As a homemaker, loving wife and mother Ruth was always well known for her cooking and baking – especially her homemade donuts. She had many interests and loved attending auctions and collecting antique dolls. She was a wonderful craftswoman and spent many hours braiding rugs for family and friends and spent many enjoyable hours fishing along the banks of Lake Memphremagog.
Ruth always had a sharp mind and keen sense of humor and she never passed up a good game of cribbage or bingo. She loved reminiscing about the history of Newport. As a centenarian she was interviewed on a number of occasions to talk about her fond and vivid memories of Newport and was featured in Vermont's Northland Journal and USA Today. In April following her 101st birthday, during an interview for the Northeast Kingdom Voice TV show she said, “I never thought I’d live to be this age. It never crossed my mind. I sure have lived a good life though.”
Ruth is survived by her three children: Jean Poutre, Charles Austin and his wife Alice, Paula Conover and her husband Peter all of Newport, Vermont. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Ellis in September 1974 and by her three siblings Flora Fountain, Gladys Drew and Harold Shattuck, her son-in-law Fernand Poutre and grand daughter Jennifer Roy.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855 or the Bel Aire Activities Fund c/o Bel Aire Center, 35 Bel Aire Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
A gathering in celebration of Ruth’s life will be held in the springtime. Interment will follow at the Kelsey-Morrill Cemetery on Shattuck Hill, Derby, Vermont.
Gaston M. Doyon
....show , 86, of Lowell, VT passed away on December 24, 2015 in Newport. He was born on April 18, 1929 in St. Germaine, Quebec to Romual and Rhea (Fafard) Doyon. On August 16, 1949 he married the former Therese Bonneau who predeceased him on May 19, 2013.
Mr. Doyon owned and operated a farm in Lowell along with his late wife for over 25 years. In his later years he was a carpenter and bus driver for the Town of Lowell. He was selectman for the Town of Lowell, Fireman, Lister, and Justice of the Peace. He held membership with Knights of Columbus 4th degree, and was a Lions Club member in Troy, Lowell, and Westfield. Among his hobbies he enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and board games. He and Therese traveled to Maine as well as Colorado and Florida. They enjoyed dancing, listening to old time fiddlers, bowling, entertaining, hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his children: Madeline Green and her husband Gerry Green of Lowell, VT, Marielle Tetreault and her husband Roger of Westfield, VT, Marcel Doyon and his wife Catherine of Denver, CO, Maurice Doyon and his wife Jacqueline of Manchester, NH, Aline Bathalon and her husband Guy of Derby, VT, and Paul Doyon and his wife Pauline of Westfield, VT, 14 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and 9 great great grandchildren and by his siblings: Germain Doyon, Rosaire Doyon and his wife Pauline, Dennis Doyon and his wife Lise, Claude Doyon and his wife Jocelyn, Alice Mathieu and her husband Aldee, Cecile St. Martin and her companion Robert, Denise Noel, Monique Mathieu, Claire Hebert and her husband Gerard, Madeleine St. Martin, and Diane Doyon. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two children: Michael and Agnes and by three sisters.
Friends may call from 4-6 P.M. on Sunday January 3, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday January 4, 2016 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Troy where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Ignatius Church, 18 North Pleasant ST, North Troy, VT 05859. Spring interment in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell.
Mrs. Charlotte H. Smith
....show , 90, of Orleans, VT passed away peacefully on December 24, 2015 in Barton, VT. She was born on October 8, 1925 in Highgate, VT to Harry and Gladys (Dimon) Houghaboom. She graduated from Green Mountain College with a bachelor’s degree. On December 26, 1946 she married Virgil Smith who predeceased her. Mrs. Smith was secretary for Orleans School District for many years. She held membership with the American Legion Auxiliary and the Orleans Country Club. Among her hobbies she enjoyed playing bridge.
She is survived by her sons: David Smith and his wife Debbie of Orleans, VT, and Randy Smith and his wife Pam of Orleans, VT. by her grandchildren: Arron and his wife Janet, Chris and his wife Shelly, Corey, Sandy Hicks and her companion Burton Hinton, Melissa Durkee, Erik and his companion Heather Rowell, and 8 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her grandson Shawn, and by her brothers: Verle and Lloyd Houghaboom. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Eric J. Morin
....show , 35, of Newport passed away suddenly December 24, 2015. He was born July 8, 1980. He was the beloved son of Rachel Coulter and Timothy Morin and father to two beautiful children, Anyas and Keenan Morin.
Eric was a gentle and loving soul. He was selfless, kind hearted and always put others before himself. He enjoyed the simple things of life, fishing, playing hockey, boating - especially taking his kids out on the boat, snowmobiling, 4 wheeling and dirt bikes. He and his children loved riding around the dirt bike track. He'd be on a 4 wheeler taking jumps and they'd be following in his footsteps. If you saw Eric, you saw Roscoe. He was his sidekick and constant companion.
Eric had a contagious smile, and big broad arms to hug you tight with. He always saw the good in everyone. He was the first person to be there to lend a hand and he'd give you the last dollar in his wallet and the shirt off his back. He held a special place in his mother’s heart, a bond that was larger than life. He was her protector and she was his. He loved helping his mom and often filled the man of the house shoes while his stepfather worked as a linesman. He will be sorrowly missed by so many especially his children and two nephews Noah and Liam who loved playing with their Uncle Eric, his girlfriend Sherrine and son Jaden. Dear friends Paul Pinheiro and Shanna Blais and several cousins, aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his mother Rachel Coulter and step-father Steven. His father Tim, and children Anyas and Keenan. His dear sister Melissa Zebrowski and her husband Andrew along with his two nephews Noah and Liam. By his grandparents: Homer Morin and Patricia Breault, and his step grandparents: George and Marge Coulter, his girlfriend Sherrine Camley and her son Jaden, several aunts, uncles, cousins, and his favorite pal and companion Roscoe, his black pug. He was predeceased by his grandmother Patricia Morin and by his grandfather Roland Breault.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday January 2, 2016 at the New Hope Bible Church on Rt. 14 between Coventry and Irasburg with Rev. Daniel Prue officiating. Calling hours will be between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm with his service beginning at 1:00 pm.
Should friends and family desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the care of Melissa Zebrowski for his children at North Country Federal Credit Union 1474 East Main Street Newport, VT.
Rachel A. Westover Bean
....show , 80, of Newport Center, Vermont passed away on December 18, 2015, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 12, 1935, in Newport Center to Earl and Ella (Sanville) Taylor. Rachel graduated from Newport Center High School in 1953. She married Robert J. Westover on May 31, 1958, who predeceased her in March of 1981. On March 8, 2005, she married C. Lary Bean, who survives her.
Rachel was the Town Clerk and Treasurer for the Town of Newport for 30 years. She took great pride in her job and devoted many hours to helping the people of Newport Center. She was delighted when she was recognized for her work by being included in Who’s Who. She was a member of the American Legion Post 21 Auxiliary and the Newport Center High School Alumni Association. She was a former director of the Goodrich Memorial Library. One of her greatest joys was time spent with family and friends, especially at the holidays and at summer cookouts. She enjoyed creating floral arrangements, cooking, baking and most importantly taking care of her loved ones.
She is survived by her husband, C. Lary Bean of Newport Center and by her children, Tammy Westover of Newport Center, and John Westover and his wife Takako, of Japan, and by her grandchildren Victoria Westover of Westfield, Vt, and Lyla and Elise Westover of Japan. Rachel is also survived by her step-children, Karen Bennett and her husband, Tim, and Robyn Hamilton of Maine and Christina Torres and
her husband John of Maryland, and by step-grandchildren, Stephanie Inman and her husband Walter, and Justin Hamilton of Maine, and Ainslee and Ivy Torres of Maryland.
She is also survived by her sisters, Beverly Couture and her husband Armand of Irasburg, and Sonja Bissonnette and her husband Norbert, of Middletown, CT, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00, Wednesday, December 23, at the Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to SASH (Support and Services at Home), PO Box 259, 48 Elm Street, Lyndonville, VT 05851. The SASH program provided assistance to the family to honor Rachel’s wishes of being able to remain in her home.
Caroline (Thalheimer) Lucas
....show of Newport passed away at her home on Thursday, December 17th 2015 at the age of 84. She was born on March 21st, 1931 in Woodbury, NJ. She was the daughter of William and Irma (Good) Thalheimer. She attended High School in Wilmington, DE, and later graduated from Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA, with a BA in Biology. She married Robert Lucas on December 2nd, 1972. he predeceased her in October of 1996 and also by her stepson James. Caroline loved taking care of her geese and doing puzzles. She is survived by her Brother, William G. Thalheimer and his wife Alice of Greenville, SC, one step son, William Lucas and his wife Mary Ann, one step daughter, Sheila Currier, 5 step grandchildren, 7 step great grandchildren, and by 4 nieces and nephews, William, Elizabeth, John and Andrew. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Caroline’s name to the: Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855. Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. at the Kingdom Hall in Newport on Sunday December 20,2015.
BIRCH HARBOR, MAINE – Arthur Comtois
....show , a resident of Hancock County, passed away at the age of 91 on Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at Maine Coast Memorial Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine.
Arthur was born on November 22, 1924, in Norwich Connecticut, the son of Edmond and Alexandrina (Rondeau) Comtois. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1946 to 1949, married Aline Deslandes in 1950, and worked as a furniture salesman in Newport and Burlington, Vermont for many years. From 1970 until his retirement in 1987 Arthur worked at IBM in Essex Junction, Vermont. After living most of his life in Vermont he moved to Maine in 2007 to be closer to his daughter and her family. Arthur loved to read and enjoyed gardening, playing golf, woodworking, and spending time with family and friends.
Arthur is survived by his daughter, Dianne Comtois Goodenough, and her husband, David Jonathan, of Birch Harbor, Maine; two grandsons, Adam Arthur Goodenough, and his wife, Sujata Gupta, of Burlington, Vermont, and Ryan Thomas Goodenough, and his wife, Emily Sandefer, of Troy, New York; three great-grandchildren, Eka, Andrew, and Keya; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Aline (Deslandes) Comtois; one sister, Lillian (Comtois) Geoffroy Tessier; and eight brothers, Leo, Lucien, Raoul, Albert, Roland, Victor, Ernest, and Real Comtois.
Visiting hours are scheduled from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Tuesday, December 29th at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, Vermont. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, December 30th at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport, Vermont. In lieu of flowers, Arthur’s family suggests that donations be made to a charity of choice in his name. Arrangements by Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Homes, Ellsworth, Maine.
Paul Joseph Letourneau
....show , 88 of Derby Vermont, entered heaven on December 16, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Paul was born on March 6, 1927 in Holland, Vermont the son of Napoleon and Albertine (Ouimette) Letourneau. Paul met the love of his life Rhina Piette; he swept her off her feet and married her on September 13, 1947, whom predeceased him on December 18, 1978. Paul was loved by so many people. In 1947, he lived in Holland with his wife and children. Then in 1957, he bought a farm in Derby. They then moved to Troy in 1967 on the Colburn Farm and lived there until 1972 when their daughter Lillian and & son-in-law Raymond took over the farm. In 1972, after a long discussion of Rhina wanting a dance hall and Paul wanting a sugarhouse, they decided to compromise and build both in one. This is how Paul’s Sugarhouse and Dance hall was born. Paul and Rhina held dances on Saturday nights for many years. Paul also catered weddings, banquets and meetings/gatherings of all kinds for any occasion. Paul loved gardening. He has a beautiful blueberry patch that he enjoyed and he has one of the longest and biggest gardens that he was so proud of. Every day he would be in that garden weeding and raking or just sitting on his bench in the shade enjoying watching his crop grow. His most prized possession and greatest pleasure of all, was his woods. Paul found peace and serenity in his sugar woods. Every day he would be up there cutting up trees that fell over or trees that were dead. He would cut them down for sugar wood or firewood. His woods are clean and so easy to walk through. Most of all, Paul loved the wildlife that he would see daily. Whether it was a deer or turkeys, it brought him happiness to see them visiting him. Sugaring season was another enjoyment in Paul’s life; he enjoyed teaching his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren how to unroll pipeline and tap trees to get the sweet taste of maple. Paul also enjoyed seeing his friends at Tuesday night bingo with the Derby Lions Club hosting. Everyone knows Paul for his famous Maple Baked Beans, his coleslaw and his famous burgers. Paul enjoyed talking and joking with everyone. He always had a twinkle in his baby blue eyes. Dad loved visiting and picking on his friends over at Walt’s Sales and Service. In the summer months, Paul loved spending time at the rendezvous (our family campground, parking lot at Paul’s Sugarhouse) and spending time with family from all over. Paul would find great joy sitting down with his grandchildren and sharing his stories of growing up as a child and most of all, sharing the secrets and stories of his woods throughout his life. Not only sharing stories, but he would love to get a rise out of his grandchildren. He loved to hear them all laugh. Paul also enjoyed going out for breakfast at Brenda’s or The Brown Cow with his daughter Jane, family, and friends. Paul is a life time member of the Elks Club, Lions Club, and Vermont Maple Sugar Makers Association. Paul is survived by his children Linda Letourneau of Floresville, TX, Linn & Dave Elko of Newport, VT, Richard Letourneau and his significant other Julie Chase of Derby Line, VT, Marie Chapman of Derby Line, VT, Jane and Larry Snider of Derby, VT, Leo Letourneau companion Debbie Welch of Newport Center, VT, Lillian and Raymond Bathalon of Troy, Pauline and Jacques Couture of Westfield, VT. Paul has a total of 27 Grandchildren, 39 Great grandchildren and 2 Great- Great grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Cecile Fortin of Holland, VT., his brothers Andre (Delores) from East Charleston, VT., Joseph (Delia) of Derby, VT., Laurent (Alicia) Derby, VT. and Philip (Barb) Derby Line, VT, by sister and brother in laws, Theresa Girourd, of Washington, Priscilla Fortin, of Newport, VT, Lionel (Simone)Fortin of Holland, VT, Marcel (Rita) Piette of Irasburg, VT, Sylva Piette of Newport VT, Andrew Royer and his wife Annette of Derby, VT and numerous nieces and nephews. Paul is predeceased by his wife Rhina and his parents Napoleon and Albertine (Ouimette) Letourneau and by his in-laws, Clarence and Annie Piette. He is also predeceased by his brothers and sister in laws; Toni, Pierre, Leon and his wife Solange, Reginald and his wife Delorese, his sisters Simone Piette, Theresa Fortin and her husband Albert , George and Germaine Fontaine, Bertha Royer, John Fortin, and Roger Girourd. Family and Friends may call on Sunday December 20, 2015 from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 at Curtis Britch Converse Rushford Funeral Home on 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT (formally Sias Ave.). Funeral services will be held at 11 am Monday, December 21, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VT with the celebration of a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow at St. Edwards Cemetery in Derby Line. Should you desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in his name may be made to Derby Lions Club P.O. Box 388 Derby, Vermont 05829 or St Paul’s Catholic School 54 Eastern Ave. Barton, Vermont 05822.
Frances “Franny” Alice Daniell
....show of Island Pond, VT; born July 7, 1952; died December 14, 2015. Known as “MOM” to all loved her. She is survived by her mother Mildred Daniell; her siblings Steven Daniell, and Christine O’Connor; her children Lisa, Amy, Theresa, Michael, Stephen, Adam and EB; her grandchildren, Belle, Haley, Sydnie, Lindsay, Ari, Michelle, Alex, Totes, Boo-Boo, and Jinx and countless others whom were loved and treated as her children. Mom always had an open heart and an open house to all who needed her. She was a place of refuge for anyone in need. Please join us to celebrate this loving woman’s life. We will share memories of Mom and enjoy her favorite foods. Wear something purple, Mom’s Favorite color. Meet at: The hall at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church 44 Second St. Newport, VT from 2PM to 5PM on Saturday December 19, 2015.
Eileen Dorothy Earp
....show died December 14, 2015 in Newport. Eileen was born in Newark, NJ June 17, 1924, the daughter of William and Ella (Nelson) Weber. She was a graduate of Lyndhurst High School in Lyndhurst, NJ and attended Drake’s Secretarial School and the Academy of Arts, both in Newark, NJ. She was active in the Girl Scouts for many years. Eileen was a secretary at the Diosean House (Episcopal Diocese of Newark) and later was employed on the art staff at Hahn & Co in Newark.
On April 18, 1947 she married A. Eugene (Gene) Earp, Jr. also of Lyndhurst, NJ. The family lived in Basking Ridge, NJ for almost 20 years and she was a longtime member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church there. They also lived in Ocean Beach, NJ where they were in the family business.
Eileen and her family moved to Morgan, VT in November of 1969 where they were active in the Morgan United Church, serving as deacons and on different committees. Eileen was a teacher’s aide at the Morgan School for several years, an assistant town clerk and served a three year term on the North Country Union High School board. She retired from the Newport Daily Express in 1988 after more than eight years.
Eileen was a member of the Circle of Friends of Morgan, the Four Seasons Garden Club, the Newport Woman’s Club and the Morgan Republican Committee.
Eileen is survived by her son Alan B. Earp and wife Laura of St. Johnsbury, her daughter Wendy H. Franklin and husband Alan of Newport, daughter-in-law Claire Earp Connifey of Franklin, NH, grandchildren Emily Earp Galvin, Joshua H. Earp, Brian T. and John D. Earp, Andrew W. Franklin, great grandchildren Molly and Olivia Galvin, and many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.
She was predeceased by her husband Gene of 53 years on March 16, 2000, and by her son David Mark Earp in 1986. She was also predeceased by her sister E. Pauline Whinn and husband Walter and a special dear friend Richard E. Dill. Art was a passion of hers and she also loved to sing and dance. A celebration of her life will be held at the Morgan Church, Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.
Roger Norbert Beauregard
....show passed away on December 12, 2015 in Port Charlotte, Florida. He was born to Eleonore Houle and Norbert Beauregard in 1932. A native of the state of Vermont, living in Charleston, Derby, Holland, Morgan, and Newport, Roger spent the last fourteen winters in Punta Gorda, Florida with his wife Colleen. They were joined there at various times by his brother and sister-in-law, Maurice and Sylvia Beauregard, sister-in-law, Carolyn Rhodes, brother and sister-in-law, Lawrence “Buzz” and Lucille “Lou” Moore, and many cherished friends. He was previously deceased by brother-in-law, Howard Rhodes, and sister-in-law, Mary Ann Moore, both of whom were also winter residents in Punta Gorda. Roger and Colleen were married for 58 loving, happy years. They have three children with loving partners: Tim Beauregard and Anne de Vos, Lisa Presson and husband Todd Presson, and Lorelei Lewis and husband Mark Lewis. Roger was a strong believer in a hard day’s work and exemplified this work ethic in all his professional endeavors. In his early years, he worked seven days a week to help run his family farm. Roger then diversified his career to include a successful business in the pulpwood industry and mail delivery for the United States Postal Service for over 30 years. Family, however, was always first in Roger’s heart. He was a loving grandfather to Ashley Lewis, who sadly left this earth in 2005, Benjamin “Ben” Lewis and his wife, Tara Lewis, Joshua “Josh” Presson, Molly Presson and Lorne Beauregard. He also touched and brightened the lives of his three great-grand daughters, McKayla, Julianna and Emma Lewis. Roger could be heard singing his heart out, laughing from the bottom of his belly and cheering on his beloved Red Sox. He loved a good game of cribbage or “500” and welcomed every guest with a Manhattan or a glass of wine and a kiss on both cheeks. He will be greatly missed by all his family, including numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Per Roger’s request, his service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, Vermont in the spring of 2016, date and time to be determined. His burial will follow at St. Edwards Cemetery in Derby Line, Vermont, where both his parents and Colleen’s parents rest.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger's memory can be sent to; North East Kingdom Hemotology & Oncology (NEKHO) P.O. Box 838 Newport, VT 05855 St. Mary's Star of the Sea Church Preservation Fund 191 Clermont Terrace Newport, VT 05855
Paul Lewis Turner
....show of Irasburg, passed away in Burlington on Saturday December 12th, 2015 at the age of 73. Paul was born on June 11th, 1942 in Newport, VT. He was the son of Clesson “Joe” and Hazel (Desjardins) Turner. Paul graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Newport in 1960. He joined the Vermont National Guard after high school. He met Cynthia Larocque while working on the Ski Patrol at Jay Peak and they later married on July 22nd, 1972. Paul worked at Indian Head Plywood, Butterfields for 10 years, and the Newport Armory for seven years. He was parts manager for various stores in the area. He was a milk tester for the National Farmers Organization and then IBM. After his retirement he worked at Price Chopper in Derby, VT. Paul loved playing golf, bowling, playing cribbage, and poker. He also loved reading, fishing, playing pool with Raymond and Casey, hanging out with Freddy and friends in the garage, doing his fire wood, and walking his dog Chance. Paul was a former Selectman for the Town of Irasburg. He is survived by his wife Cynthia (Larocque) Turner of Irasburg, VT, his children: Marti Wilson and her husband Jon of Brownington, VT, Abby Wallace of Lithia, FL, and Amos Turner and his wife Charity of Glover, VT, by his grandchildren: Jesse Wilson and his wife Donna of Derby, VT, Jamie Wilson and her fiancé James Margolla of Brownington, VT, Maddie and Emma Wallace of Lithia, FL, Bailey, Grace, and Ethan Turner of Glover, VT, and Holly Loukes of Derby, VT, by his great granddaughter Paisley Fortin, and by his siblings: Claire Guiranna and her husband Carl of PA, Ann Cote (Pee Wee) Cote and her husband Lawrence (Sonny) of Westfield, VT, Lois Jenks and her husband Peter of Newport, VT, Linda Lawson of Westfield, VT, and James Turner and his wife Connie of NC, by his sister-in-law Mary-Jane Turner of Irasburg, VT, and numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers: Earl and David Turner. Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday December 19, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport with Elder Randy Lee officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday December 19, 2015 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Joette M. Lantagne
....show , 65, of Morgan, VT, passed away on December 10, 2015 at her home in Morgan surrounded by all her family. She was born on June 16, 1950 to Bernard and Marie Anna (Lariviere) Roy. On September 12, 1970 she married Wayne Lantagne who survives her. Joette was assistant manager for Shaws Market in Derby, VT. She previously worked at the Grand Union in Newport and then with Shaws for over 45 years. She loved tending to her flower beds and watching hummingbirds. She loved to travel to casinos with her sister-in-laws and daughter-in-law and they also liked to go shopping on black Friday. She loved to spend time with her two boys (Grandson) Dillon and Logan. She is survived by her husband: Wayne Lantagne of Morgan, VT, by her children: Shane Lantagne and his wife Vikki of Newport, VT, and Stacie Fox and her companion Tommy Szedlaick of Killington, VT, by her grandsons Dillon and Logan Lantagne, by her siblings Francis (Sonny) Roy and his wife Dorothy of Newport, VT, Michael Roy and his wife Mary of Derby, VT, Monique Herlocker and her husband Lloyd of FL, and by her sister-in-law Cheryl Kelley and her husband Robert of Newport Center, VT, by her brother-in-law David Lantagne and his wife Robin of Newport Center, VT, and sister-in-law Kim Mathison and her husband Randall of Newport Center, VT, numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings: George Roy, Aline Judd, and Gilberte Bennett and by her in-laws Oliver and Joyce Lantagne. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 -3:00 P.M. on Thursday December 17, 2015 at the American Legion in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Orleans-Essex VNA and Hospice, Inc 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.
Gerald Ralph Perkins
....show , 70, of West Charleston, VT, passed away on December 10, 2015 in Newport. He was born on May 5, 1945 in West Charleston to Ralph and Mabel (Holmes) Perkins. On July 18, 1964 he married the former Margaret Bresse who survives him. Gerald worked for H. P. Hood and Elmwood Dairy for many years. He also worked for Raymond Lemay and Gordon Benoit and more recently was a self employed carpenter. He held memberships with the snowmobile club, and the North Country Football Boosters Club where he helped build the snack shack. He is survived by his wife Margaret Perkins of West Charleston, VT, by his sons: Scott Perkins and his companion Anick Desorcy of Brownington, VT, and Steven Perkins and his wife Cresta of Wolcott, VT, by his grandchildren: Emily Perkins, Tyson Harvard, Maleighna Perkins, Brock Perkins, and Brent Chilafoux thought of as a grandson. He is also survived by his great grandson Stephen Havard, by his siblings: Dorothy Brainard and her husband Toby of Derby, VT, Janice Bowen and her husband Wayne of West Charleston, VT, and Blaine Perkins and his wife Norma of West Charleston, VT, by his brother-in-laws: Thomas Bresse and his wife Barbara of Natick, MA, William Bresse and his wife Meg of New Caney, TX, by his sister-in-law Doris Bresse of Lochmere, NH, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an daughter Elizabeth in 1973 and by his parents: Ralph Perkins on February 4, 2014, and by his mother Mabel Perkins on May 22, 2015 and by his brother-in-law Edmund Bresse. Funeral services will be held on Saturday December 19, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport with the Rev. Richard Whitehill officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday December 19, 2015 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment in West Village Cemetery, West Charleston, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Charleston Fire Department, P.O.Box 106, East Charleston, VT 05833 or to the Free Will Baptist Church Parking Lot Fund, 1028-VT-105, West Charleston, VT 05872.
Cecile M. Lebeau
....show , 90, of Irasburg, VT, went to be with the Lord on December 9, 2015. She was born on March 5, 1925 in Newport, VT, the daughter of Edmund and Lumina (Labonte) Before. She married Henry Lebeau who predeceased her in 1995. Mrs. Lebeau was a homemaker, wife, mother, farmer, and care giver. As a homemaker, she always made sure her family and friends were well taken care of , and shared her “special donuts, homemade bread, and brownies” with everyone who came to visit. As a wife and farmer, she always worked beside her husband, either milking cows or driving tractors in the hay field. As a mother, she constantly cared and worried about her children. And as a caregiver, she cared for both her mother, mother-in-law, and husband. Mrs. Lebeau loved the trips she took with the Community Circle, and enjoyed the companionship that they offered. Mrs. Lebeau loved her bingo games and friends that she enjoyed this with. She was the treasurer for the Farm Bureau for many years. She was a member of the Trinity Parish of Irasburg, VT and was also a member of the Ladies Guild. For the last year she lived at Maple Lane Nursing home where she received exceptional care and was a part of the family there. She is survived by her children: Rita Morse and her husband Robert of Derby, VT, Joanne Sanville and her husband Maurice of Irasburg, VT, a daughter-in-law Fran Lebeau O’Neil and her husband Michael of Arkansas. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Edward, Matthew Lebeau and Hannah Lebeau Chamberland, Rachel, Roger and Rene Morse, and by several great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Henry Before of Montana, Theresa Cox and Carmen Harter of Spokane, Washington, Vincent Before of West Burke, VT, and Rita Riley of Palmetto,Florida. She was predeceased by her children Bernard, Robert, and Marcel Lebeau, and by her brother-in-law Albert Lebeau. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday December 12, 2015 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans with the Rev. Timothy Naples celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Friends may call at the Church on Saturday December 12, 2015 from 9:30-10:30 A.M. Interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Trinity Parish, 85 St. Paul Lane, Barton, VT 05822.
Ormond B. Garland
....show , 78, of Orleans, VT, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2015 in Newport. He was born on July 21, 1937 to Seth and Mabel (Moore) Garland. On September 5, 1959 he married Elizabeth White who survives him. He received his GED in 1972 from Lake Region Union High School. He was a machinist at the Ethan-Allen Furniture Manufacturing in Orleans for 43 years. He was Past Master for the Orleans Lodge # 106 F & AM, a member of the Orleans Fire Department and the Orleans EMT. He was also a member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, bird watching, gardening, listening to country music and he especially enjoyed attending family gatherings. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Garland of Orleans, VT, by his sons: Douglas James Garland and his fiancé Julie Fortin of Derby Line, VT, and David William Garland and his wife Danniella of Eugene, OR. He is also survived by his grandson Nicholas Maio and by several nieces and nephews, by his brother-in-laws: Stanley and Beverly Davis of Derby, VT, David and Jackie Gray of Morgan, VT, James and Helen White of Barton, VT, and Jackson Allen of West Charleston, VT. He was predeceased by an infant son Denis Leroy Garland. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday December 23, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Timothy Naples. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport from 9:30-10:30 A.M. on Wednesday December 23, 2015. Spring interment in St. Theresa’s Catholic Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans Emergency Unit, C/O Dot Collier, 1327 Dry Pond Road, Glover, VT 05839.
ROYCE A. GLODGETT
....show Royce A. Glodgett of Brownington, VT passed away on December 5, 2015 in Barton, VT He was born on March 2, 1929 in Orleans, VT to Roy and Violet (Davis) Glodgett. He attended schools in Orleans and graduated from Orleans High School in the Class of 1947. He attend the 4SAAF in December of 1947 and served in Okinawa, Korea, and many bases in the U.S. He was honorably discharged at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida in 1954. It was there that he met and married Betty Jean Owens who predeceased him on March 10, 2011. They returned to Brownington and he worked for Stub's Garage in Coventry for 16 years. He retired in 1988. He was a member of the American Legion Post 23 in Orleans, and is a former member of the North Okaloosa County Chapter #4675 of AARP in Crestview, FL. He liked gardening, fishing, auto racing, and spending his later years at the family home in Florida each winter. He was predeceased by a brother, Richard Glodgett and a sister, Beverly Bullis. Royce is survived by his family: William Glodgett of Brownington, Peggy Glodgett and partner, Gary Ewen of Woodbury and Brownington, John Glodgett and wife, Susie of Barton, and Nancy Sweeney and husband, Carroll of South Albany. Grandchildren include Samuel Willson, Melissa Mason, Jeremy Glodgett, Ezra Glodgett, Savannah Glodgett, and Isaac and Caleb Sweeney. He has 9 great grandchildren who brought him much joy. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, December 15 at 11:00 a.m. in the Brownington Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 23, c/o Dawn Wilcox, PO Box 45, Orleans, VT 05860.
Joyce P Wilson
....show , 91, of Denver, died 12/2/2015. She was born on 6/28/1924, in Derby Line, VT. Joyce graduated from Derby Academy in 1942. She moved to Brattleboro after graduation and was employed at the USA Holstein Association. She then traveled west settling in Denver, CO. where she lived the rest of her life. Joyce worked for many years in the medical professions of dentistry and pediatrics. She enjoyed supporting the pediatric medical profession until she retired and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of the newborn infants. Joyce loved to travel, and traveled to many areas and countries in this world, Russia, China, and Europe for starters. She was an avid skier all her life. She loved sports, especially football, where she supported the University of Colorado, her beloved Denver Bronco’s, and as a New Englander, the Patriots and Boston Red Sox. She also enjoyed taking classes to learn new things. One of greatest pleasures later in life were her summer visits to Derby Line, Vermont where she would spend time with her brother’s Bernard and Royce, as well as her closest life-long school friends. Joyce was predeceased by her parents, Burns and Bessie (Monteith) Wilson, her brothers Giles, Bernard, and twin brother Royce, and her sister Martha Bronson. Joyce is survived by her niece Lexie Rye and her husband Arthur of Fairfax, her nephews Randy Bronson and his wife Cindy of Waterbury, and Dale Wilson and his wife Rachel of Charlestown, NH. Joyce also leaves several grand nieces and nephews as well as many lifelong friends to include Barb Carnes of Denver, CO., Harriet Downing of Derby Line, and friends Bruce and Mary Muir of Derby Line. A graveside service will be held in May at the Derby Line Cemetery, Derby Line Vermont. A memorial service is being held in Denver, Colorado at the end of December. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joyce’s memory to the Haskell Library, Derby Line, VT.
Sheri Lyne Poulin
....show , 35, of East Charleston, VT died suddenly on November 30, 2015 in Coventry, VT. Sheri was born on August 16, 1980 in Attleboro, MA a daughter of Joseph and Shannon (Updyke) Casto. Sheri graduated from North Country Union High School in 1998 and received degrees in Business Financing and Accounting from Community College of Vermont. On April 6th 1999 she married Carl Poulin who survives her. She was employed at Stowe Mountain as a manager. Sheri enjoyed camping, kayaking and reading books while Carl was fishing. Sheri is survived by her husband Carl Poulin of East Charleston, VT, by her parents Joe Casto and Shannon Updyke, by her sister Shannon Webb and her husband John, by her brother Sam Davis of Alaska, by her nieces and nephew Alana, Sahara, and Hunter, and Meadow Davis, by Carl’s parents Marcel and Henrietta Poulin, by Carl’s children Christian and Destiny Poulin, and by her sister-in-law Amy Poulin of Minnesota. Friends may call on Saturday December 5, 2015 at 12-2PM and 4-6PM at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT. Funeral services will be held on Saturday December 5, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT with the Rev. James Gamble officiating.
Joy A. Chilcott
....show , 87, of Newport Center, VT passed away peacefully on November 25, 2015 in Newport. She was born on April 3,1928 in Wilkinsburg, PA, to Samuel and Mathilda (Schatz Dougherty. She received a B.S. in Biology at the Pennsylvania College for Women, Pittsburg, PA now known as Chatham University. Joy was a medical technician at the Columbia Hospital in Wilkinsburg, PA. She was also an antiques dealer in Wilkinsburg. Among her hobbies she enjoyed playing bridge. She is survived by her husband Merle Chilcott of Newport Center, VT, by her children: Jan Nehilla and her husband David of Forest Hills, PA, Paul Chilcott and his wife Monica of Eldred, PA, Karen Isaacs and her husband Thomas of Elizabethton, TN, by her grandchildren: Joseph Merle Chilcott and Madeline Joy Isaacs. She is also survived by her brother Paul Dougherty of Ventura, CA, James Dougherty and his wife Diane of Buckport, Maine, by her sister Ruth Roose of Anderson, South Carolina,and by her brother in law, Marvin Chilcott and his wife Linda of Ozaki, Kansas, and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and by her sister Carol, Funeral services will be held at the United Church of Newport on Saturday November 28, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the United Church of Newport, 63 Third ST, Newport, VT, 05855.
Longtime Holland resident Dolorese Rita Letourneau
....show , died 11/24/2015, at age 86. She was active until the last hours of her life, living -- as she had for nearly 86 years – She was born in Rock island Quebec in 1929 to Armosa Pomerleau and Dominque Roy, she was the youngest of three children. She worked in a factory as a seamstress making men’s coveralls. She helped her mother take care of a bording house for people traveling the area that worked at the Butterfield factory in Rock Island. She met the love of her life Reginald Letourneau when she was visiting her cousin stateside. Reginald and Dolorese married in may 1949 and started a family and purchased the family Letourneau farm in Holland, Vt. They raised a family of three Bert, Yves and Priscilla. Dolorese enjoyed gardening, farming, sewing, crafting, canning, baking and cooking. She prided herself in always providing for her family and friends. She always homemade bread and a pot of homemade soup for anyone who happen to stop by. She prided herself in raising her kids and helping others with theirs. Dolorese never met a stranger that she didn’t like or that they didn’t like her. She never lost her sense of wonder and awa about the world. She loved to walk hand in hand with Reginald and rustle the fallen leaves. Recently A fallen leaf on the sidewalk would spur a memory of a moment with Reginald , long reams of dreams and memories would flood her mind today when she would walk in the leaves or smell them…in which memories and stories would flow forth from memory. A chance encounter in the produce section at the Pricechopper or the local market could prompt an invitation for soup and conversation, if she thought you might be interested she would tell you all about canning and preserving or cooking. She still loved to participate in meal prep. Dolorese took great pride in providing food for the people she loved. She loved to go into new stores each week to shop. She enjoyed recent trips to the theater to see white Christmas and she was in awe…. As she was planning her next trip to see the nutcracker. She had recently moved in with her daughter Cilla and she was making friends around the essex area. Dolorese is survived by Son Bert and Sue Letourneau and grand children Patrick and Sherry, Jennifer and partner Joe and Bobbi-jo. She is survived by great granddaughters Raven, Charlotte Annabelle and Chole and great grand son Mathew and Storm. She is also survived by son Yves Letourneau and Life partner Ruth Dailey Dolorese is also survived by daughter Cilla Letourneau and fiancée Tanya Clark and grandson Shaun Littlefield, Kevin Fournier and Brittney and Easton, Sabrina and Tony Pretty ,Alyssa, Chastity, Conner and Carly, Andrew and Morgan Fournier, Robbie Barbour and Chelsea and Bri. And Marcel Clark. She is also survived by many family she never liked the word inlaws to Dolorese all were family. Paul Letourneau ,Cecile Fortin,Larry and Alicia Letourneau,Philp and Barb Letourneau,Joe and Dalliah Letourneau,Andy and Dolorese Letourneau,Silva Piette ,Simon Roy She was predeased by Parents Armosa Pomerleau and Dominique Roy, Sister Lawrence and Fernande Brault, Brother Armand Roy, Husband Parents Albertine Quimette and Napolion Letourneau, Victoria Letourneau and Other family members Rhina Letourneau, Henry Fortin, Theresa and Albert Fortin, Leon and Solange Letourneau, Simone Piette, Tony Letourneau, Pierre Letourneau. She was predease by grandsons Benjamin martin, Mathew Letourneau, Sebastian Duranleau-Letourneau and daughter in law Lauri Littlefield. Dolorese had many charities dear to her heart. But two that stand out are The Children Cardiac Units either in Boston or University Medial Center and Checo and friends animal rescue in Westford Vt. Dolorese loved her animals (dogs and Cats) and she would have had a farm of them if Reginald would of allowed it. In her later years she had several grand dogs buddy and Sheena and became especially attached to Bernie, Toby and Baxter and Boots and her new love Bob her kitten. They were all laying on her bed at her time of passing. She petted them all before she took her last breathe. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. on Friday November 27, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday November 28, 2015 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Edward’s Cemetery, Derby Line, VT Any donations may be sent in care of the family: Priscilla Letourneau, 55 Jericho Road, Essex, VT 05452.
Albert Kenneth Lucas
....show , 78, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on November 23, 2015 at his home. He was born on April 3, 1937 in Derby to Kenneth and Rose (Conn) Lucas. On September 7, 1962 he married Sylvia Snay who survives him. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Albert was employed in the maintenance department of Butterfield’s Union Twist in Derby Line, VT for many years. His hobbies included fishing, and hunting. He is survived by his wife Sylvia Lucas of Newport, VT, by his children: Mary Cornell and her husband Michael of Burlington, VT, Albert Stephen Lucas and his wife Lucy of Derby, VT, and Arthur Lucas and Laurette Riendeau of Coventry. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and by two brothers: Percy and Earl Lucas. He was predeceased by two sister’s, Shirley and Pearl, and by one brother, Leonard. Per request of the family, funeral services will be for family only. Military honors will be presented to Mr. Lucas by the Vermont National Guard.
Mary J. Lakin
....show , 76, of Holland, VT passed away on November 20, 2015 at home with family by her side as per her wishes. She was born on January 9th, 1939 in Stratton, Maine. She was the Daughter of Joseph Fulbert Caron andMary Alice (Auclair) Caron. She was a loving mother and selfless always. She put her children, adopted children and niece’s and nephews’s first ahead of her own needs. She enjoyed fishing, word finds, gardening, watching wildlife, and puzzles. She is survived by her children Randy, John, Robert, Christine and Roland, and by 11 grandchildren: Joe, Shaun, John, Nickie, Nicole, Christopher, Kari, David, Keeley, Raenor, and Levi, and by 11 great grandchildren. She is survived by her brothers and sister: Raymond, Marcel, and Theresa. She was predeceased by her parents, and by her brothers and sisters, Emilian, Gene, Lucille, Hector, Roland and Christine, and by a grand daughter, Jackie Lakin. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. May she rest in peace. A graveside service was held on Friday November 27th, 2015 at the Village Cemetery in Colebrook, NH.
Peter A. Mignone
....show , 70, of Newport, VT passed away on November 19, 2015 in Newport, VT. Peter was born on July 9, 1945 in Providence, RI a son of Alfredo and Florence (Hilton) Mignone. Mr. Mignone graduated from Johnston and Whales with a MBA. Mr. Mignone enjoyed going to craft fairs, flea markets, and selling on EBAY. Peter is survived by his four children: Todd H. Mignone of Taunton, MA, Jason Mignone , Stacey Mignone and Christine Beyer of Attleboro, MA, ten grandchildren, a brother Craig Mignone of MA, extended family: Brian Mercer and Kaylee Mercer of Newport, VT, Charity Meunier of Newport, VT, Ross and Renee Meunier, Kate McKervey and her boyfriend Lewis Brown of Newport, VT, Samantha, Riley, and Tracey McKervey, Carissa Tetlow of Derby, VT, Brittany and Jacob Tetlow, Christine Tetlow, numerous nieces and nephews, by a life long friend and companion Kathy Beyer of Newport, VT, and by a friend Patrick Beyer and his wife Angela. Services will be held at the V.F.W. on Central St, Newport on Sunday November 29, 2015 from 3-5 P.M. Should friends desire contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT.
Mary Ann Moore
....show , 80, of Derby Line, VT passed away on November 18, 2015 in Newport, VT. She was born on February 11, 1935 in Newport to Lawrence and Margaret (Fluke) Moore. Mary Ann graduated from Sacred Heart High School and later from Community College of VT. She was employed as a lead aide by the United States Customs Service District in St. Albans, VT until her retirement. She then moved back to the Derby Line area and was a member of the Derby Line Home Den where she enjoyed quilting. She is survived by her children: Kevin Simoneau and his wife Susan of Holland, VT, and Keith Simoneau and his wife Sharmon of East Haven, VT, by her grandchildren: Emily Parker and her husband Tim, Daniel Simoneau, Marissa Simoneau, Cody Jackman, and Colton Simoneau, and by her great granddaughter Piper Simoneau, by her brother Lawrence Moore and his wife Lucille of Punta Gorda, FL, by her sisters: Colleen Beauregard and her husband Roger of Newport, VT, and Carolyn Rhodes of Franklin, VT and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and brother in law Howard Rhodes. Services will be announced in the Spring. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Derby Line Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 105, Derby Line, VT 05830 or to the Derby Line Fire Department, P.O. Box 205, Derby Line, VT 05830.
Almy W. Perron
....show , 98 ¾, of Glover passed away peacefully after a short illness at Woodridge Rehabilitation & Nursing in Berlin, VT, on November 17, 2015. She was surrounded by her five daughters.
Almy was born in Greensboro on February 5, 1917, the daughter of Arthur C. and Winona Orcutt Shatney. She attended schools in Greensboro, graduating from Greensboro High School in 1935 and from Johnson Normal School in 1937. She taught school in Albany for three years before marrying Rene Joseph Perron on August 17, 1940. Almy and Rene made their home on their dairy farm in Glover for their entire married life and Almy lived there for 75 years.
Almy enjoyed her 26 ½ years of employment at the Union House in Glover, working first as a nurse’s aide and then as the activities director. She was recognized by the Union House, the state, and on the national level for her outstanding dedication to the patients.
She was a very active member of the Glover Community Church. She served 19 years as Sunday School teacher and Sunday School superintendent. She was a past member of the Parish Council and was a longtime member of the Women’s Union. Almy was a strong believer in the value of higher education. She worked tirelessly to see that her six children attained a college education.
Throughout her life Almy cherished family gatherings, her children, grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She enjoyed hobbies such as quilt making, pillow making, bird watching, stamp collecting, gardening, and reading biographies and nonfiction. She loved to share her beautiful garden plants with her family and friends. She was an avid sports fan, enthusiastically enjoying college basketball (especially the UCONN Huskies women), golf and tennis on television.
In recent years she loved attending the monthly Jam Session in Glover. Almy also loved to travel with her family and Highland Travel, making lasting traveling friendships. She visited 38 states, including Alaska and Hawaii as well as Bermuda, Italy, and Canada.
Almy was predeceased by her husband, Rene (1974); her son Ronald Rene (2013) ; her parents Arthur & Winona Shatney; her brothers Carroll, Leslie and Truman; her sisters Ethel Nelson and Evelyn Withers.
Almy is survived by daughters Linda Bradford (Michael) of CT; Marlene Dennen (William) of FL; Donna Godbout (Richard) of NC; Diane Blodgett (Edward) of Barre, VT; Bonnie Morin (Donald) of Richmond, VT; daughter-in-law Helen Perron of CT; twelve grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; and many caring nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be on Saturday, November 21 at the Curtis- Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 12 Elm Street in Barton, from 2:00PM to 5:00PM
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at the Glover Community Church at 1:30 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Almy’s memory may be given to the Glover Community Church Steeple Fund c/o Roland Woodard Box 198 Glover, VT 05839.
M. Elizabeth Jenney
....show , 92, of East Charleston, Vermont, died peacefully after a brief illness on November 11, 2015, surrounded by family at North Country Hospital in Newport, Vermont.
She was born Margaret Elizabeth Peter in Union City, New Jersey on October 24, 1923 to Charles and Margaret L. Peter (Seggel).
Early on she became known as Betty. In 1926 her family moved to Teaneck, New Jersey, where she lived until 1987 when she moved to Vermont.
In the years before the construction of the George Washington Bridge, Teaneck was a rural suburb of New York City. Betty and her sister Connie would walk their doll carriages along US Route 4 which was still under construction. Both recalled finding Native American arrowheads in the fields near their home. Betty often reflected on the contrast of the “Roaring Twenties” and the struggles shared by many during the Great Depression of the 1930s.
After graduating from Teaneck High School in 1941, Betty soon became the secretary to the principal of the school, a position she held until 1952. Working at the high school during the years of World War II had its share of emotional highs and lows. Many of her classmates, as well as her first cousin Harry, were lost in the war. But those were times when the country really came together. Betty loved the music of the "Big Bands" and enjoyed dancing to live performances of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, and Harry James at places like the legendary Rustic Cabin in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. One dance was particularly memorable for both Betty and her sister -- held at West Point Military Academy on December 7, 1941. Pearl Harbor had just been attacked, and no one even knew where Pearl Harbor was!
On November 24, 1948, she married Wells W. Jenney, of Madison, New York, who became the first elementary instrumental music teacher in the Teaneck school system. In 1952 Betty left her position with the high school to raise a family. Her two sons William and Peter were born in 1953 and 1955, respectively.
In 1958, Ed Kolar, the owner of a boys' camp in northern Vermont, hired Wells to become the camp's music counselor. Thus began a decades-long relationship with Camp Winape in Morgan, Vermont. Betty became the camp’s secretary, and Wells eventually became head counselor and then director of the camp. The couple fell in love with Vermont, and the camp was a wonderful experience for their two sons, as well as Betty’s two nephews, and a niece who served as the camp nurse for several years.
Betty developed many great friends over the years in Teaneck, especially in the music world, including her dear friend Joan Witzmann, who later became her next door neighbor in Vermont. While at Camp Winape, she became good friends with Sass Kolar, who taught her to make beautiful holiday crafts and needlepoint, and inspired her interest in gardening. In her later years in Teaneck she grew close to her “Spa Ladies,” with whom she continued to keep in touch.
When both of her sons were enrolled in school, Betty resumed her career with the Teaneck school system, and coordinated the hiring of substitute teachers for the town. She was able to work at home using a new-fangled machine that allowed teachers to leave a voice message if they needed a substitute. Those were the days when it was rare to have answering machines in private homes.
Although they enjoyed their life in Teaneck, Betty and Wells planned to retire to Vermont and bought property in East Charleston. Sadly, these plans changed when Wells died in June 1978 at age 58.
Betty went back to work full-time as a secretary in Teaneck's elementary schools. She especially loved working with the students at Longfellow School, which was exclusively kindergarten and first grade children. She worked there until her retirement in 1987. During the 1980s Betty was a print and television model for the Perkins Agency in New York City. She made some appearances on an infomercial show of the time, “FYI,” hosted by the actor Hal Linden.
Betty made the decision to fulfill the dream of retiring to Vermont and build a home on the property they had bought near Camp Winape, joining her sister and other friends who had also made the move to the area. She moved in on October 4, 1987 in the middle of a snowstorm -- an exciting welcome to the Green Mountain State! She soon made many new friends and became active in local organizations such as the Four Seasons Garden Club, the Circle of Friends, and the Seymour Lake Association. She also belonged to the “Birthday Girls,” a group of eight close friends who celebrated each other’s special day with luncheons and gift exchanges.
Friends fondly remember Betty hosting a number of “silver teas” at her home for the Four Seasons Garden Club. She loved her own beautiful gardens, and looked forward to going to local greenhouses every spring to pick out the new season’s selections. She learned the skills of flower arranging and for 20 years provided the evergreen arrangements for the holiday open house at the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site in Plymouth, Vermont.
In her later years, Betty became an avid reader of books. Some of her favorite authors were Archie Mayer and C.J. Box. She participated in a number of book discussions with the Circle of Friends and the Dailey Memorial Library in Derby, Vermont.
Betty is survived by son William Jenney of Plymouth, Vermont; son Peter Jenney and his wife Pam and grandson Michael, all of Plano, Texas; granddaughter Paige Balsamo and her husband James and great grandson Ryder Balsamo, all of Wheat Ridge, Colorado. She is also survived by her sister Constance Colligan and nephew Stephen Colligan, both of East Charleston, nieces Christine Colligan of New York City, Margaret Weiss (Steve) of Congers, New York; nephew Robert Colligan of Cos Cob, Connecticut, grandnieces Joanna, Laura, and Kathryn, and many dear friends.
Betty enjoyed life to the fullest and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of her life is planned for late spring or early summer 2016.
Should friends desire, contributions can be made in her name to the Dailey Memorial Library, 101 Junior High Drive, Derby, Vermont 05829.
Today Veterans Day November 11, 2015 we lost another one of the Greatest Generation. Robert Edward Tubbert
....show , age 94, passed away peacefully in comfort at Derby Green Nursing Home in Derby, Vermont.
Robert was known to his friends as Bob, his grandsons as gramps and his extended Meunier grandchildren family as Mr. T. Bob moved to Vermont in 2009 to live with his daughter Gail. He lived in an apartment attached to his daughter’s house which he nicknamed his “perch”. Bob fell in his apartment recently and was unable to return to his home.
Bob was born in Syracuse, New York to William and Harriet Tubbert. He was the youngest of 3 boys each one a year apart. He loved to tell stories of his childhood growing up in Syracuse and the antics he and his brothers got into.
Bob was drafted in the Air Force during WW11 and was trained as an airplane mechanic. He was stationed in Alaska on the Aleutian Islands. Bob wanted to be a pilot but was refused because he was color blind.
Bob married his teenage sweetheart Betty Jane Wright on August 28, 1945. They lived in Bridgeport, NY where Betty grew up and Bob lived during the summer months on Oneida Lake.
Bob was honorably discharged from the service at the end of WW11. Good jobs were hard to find. He eventually found a job at Carrier Air Conditioning in Syracuse NY. Over the years he worked his way up to plant manager, where he remained until his retirement.
Bob was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He liked to spend hours in his woodworking shop. Playing cards was his passion. He loved a good cigar. He was a mason and achieved lifetime membership after 65 years of service.
Bob retired at the age of 61 with his wife Betty. They spent summers in NY and winters in Florida. They loved to spend time with friends golfing and playing cards. In their retirement years they spent many hours with their grandsons Jon and Nate.
Sadly Bob was predeceased by his wife Betty in 2008. He will be greatly missed by his daughter Gail and husband Benoit Meunier, grandson Jon Meunier and his wife Amanda, great granddaughters Abigail June and Julia Rose Meunier, grandson Nate Meunier and his friend Ashley Robishaw-Morin.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will take place in Pine Plains Cemetery, Kirkville, NY.
Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855 or Derby Green Activites Fund, PO Box 24, Derby, Vermont 05929.
Thomas G. Snelgrove
....show , 75, of Newport Center, VT, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer peacefully on November 10, 2015 at his home. He was born on September 7, 1940 to William and Edith (Gerrard) Snelgrove. He graduated from the Montreal West High School and received a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from the Mount Allison College in New Brunswick, Canada. Thomas was a ski instructor at Jay Peak, at which time he met his wife. He was employed by Space Research and was owner and operator of Snelgrove Transport. For the majority of his life he was an over the road truck driver.
He was past Exaulted Ruler of the Elks # 2155, and a member of Cars of Yesteryear. He enjoyed skiing, boating, and in his younger years he raced Flying Dutchman sailboats and played minor league hockey for the Chicago Blackhawks.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years Dianne (McNeal) Snelgrove of Newport Center, VT, his daughter Colleen Carman and her husband Robert of Naples, FL, his sons: Trevor Snelgrove of Naples, FL, and Scott Snelgrove and his girlfriend Debbie Bevins of Westfield, VT, by his brother, Robert Snelgrove and his wife Jean Simpson of Toronto, Ontario, by his in-laws: Brian McNeal of Newport, VT, Ron and Rochelle Moss of Zephyrhills, FL, Baxter and Marie McNeal of Newport, VT, Hugh and Shirley McNeal of Newport, VT, Burton and Gina McNeal of Las Vegas, Nevada, Barry and Suzanne McNeal of Newport, VT, Brent and Sharon McNeal of Reno, Nevada, brother-in-law Pat Martin of Bend, Oregon and sister-in-law Cindy Snelgrove of Montreal, Quebec. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William Gordon Snelgrove and Edith (Gerrard) Snelgrove, by his in-laws, Darlene (McNeal) Martin, and Joan McNeal.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday November 17, 2015 at Pine Hill Cemetery in Derby with the Rev. Kelly Deslauriers officiating with a gathering following at the Elks Lodge in Derby. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory to the Mary Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT, 05855.
Roger W. Stewart
....show died suddenly on November 9th at his home,at the age of 83.
Roger never married, but Family and Friends were the most important thing in his life.. He leaves many Cousins, and Very close friends too Numerous to mention ,that will deeply miss him.
Roger is preceded in death by his Mother, Marjorie Stewart and his uncle Floyd Stewart.
Roger was born in Lowell Vermont on August 23rd in 1932. He graduated from Newport Center High school in 1950.
In 1993 Roger Retired after 40 years working for the USDA Soil Conservation Service. Now called USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Roger Had an amazing work ethic and was just a wealth of information for those that he worked with. He was very well respected in SCS both by the farmers in Orleans County and Staff Statewide.
After his retirement, he spent time working in the woods, and became well know for building Bird Houses and Wishing Wells. Roger also a Dairy Farmer, owned a Hi-Lo Farm. Very proud of his Award winning Registered Jerseys. He was active in the Top Of Vermont Jersey Club and helped on the spring sale. He sold many animals in Jersey Sales.
Roger Served as a Justice Of The Peace and a Lister for the town of Lowell. He also served as Orleans County Farm Bureau president in the Early 70's.
Roger enjoyed going out to dine with his many friends, especially Breakfast. In his earlier years he enjoyed Hunting. He couldn't wait for fall when Basketball season would begin. He would attend games at the local High schools where he had a permanent seat. And loved attending and following the UVM Girls Basketball.
Roger was like a grandfather to many children and loved to spend time with them. He was a supporter of Orleans County 4-H and For many years Served as a director for the Orleans County Fair Board. He was always willing to help with building projects and his expertise was greatly appreciated. He worked on several buildings at the OCF and volunteered for many years, selling tickets during the fair and other special events, or manning the 4-H building,
He spent time helping the Chamberlins with their sugaring operation, and traveled to Eastern States Exposition and the Fryeburg Fair , where he enjoyed meeting people and explaining agriculture to them. He loved attending the Horse Pulling Competitions.
A funeral is scheduled for Saturday November 21st at the Lowell Congregational church. Calling Hour 10:00 AM. With service at 11:00 AM followed by Burial in Mountain-View Cemetery in Lowell.
In lieu of flowers donations can made to the Vermont Student Development Fund, Inc, P.O. Box 2000 , Winooski VT 05404. (Orleans County 4-H Youth Scholarship in Rogers name.)
Mary Patricia Yanacheak (née Kennedy)
....show , 62, of Brownington, Vermont, died on 9 November 2015, in the company of her friends and family. She had suffered from amyloidosis for seven years, a rare, painful, and debilitating disease. Her passing was neither painless nor serene, but she was surrounded by people she loved and who loved her.
Mary was born on 24 October 1953 to mother Viola Kennedy and father Allen Kennedy at a US army base in Heidelberg, Germany. She was the youngest of five children, and the family soon moved to Holden, Massachusetts. As a child, Mary found her greatest peace in nature. Throughout her life she spent much of her free time hiking in the woods, binoculars at the ready, and a German Shepherd at her side.
A lover of animals, Mary worked at several animal shelters and always kept several pets. In her early adulthood, she often worked as a bartender. Her most meaningful vocation was in the service to animals, and later in life to the maintenance and well-being of her expansive perennial flower gardens.
Jason Kennedy, her only child, was born in 1982. She felt she lost the opportunity to pursue higher education for herself, so she actively fostered her son’s lifelong love of learning.
In March 1992, she married David Yanacheak in Michigan, where she lived until moving to the Northeast Kingdom in 2001. In her later years, David was her constant caretaker and life support.
People remember Mary best for her resilient spirit. She outlived a death sentence by seven years, and stayed active in the American Legion Women's Auxiliary (Post 23), book groups, gravestone restoration, and gardening. She was self-reliant by nature, and was a powerful example of a strong female role-model.
She is survived by her husband David (of Brownington, VT) , son Jason Kennedy and daughter-in-law Khayreyah Wahaab (of Auckland, New Zealand); sisters Gail Kennedy (of Holden, MA), Sharon Harmon (of Princeton, MA), Nancy Desrosiers (of Falmouth, MA), and brother Roy Kennedy (of Jefferson, MA); step-daughter Marnie Yanacheak and granddaughter Rita Gabriela Fuentes Yanacheak (of Littleton, CO). It should be acknowledged that two of her closest friends have been like family to her: Diane Wunderlich (of Flushing, MI) and Marsha Cherington (of Brownington, VT).
We all hope that she finds peace in the form of a great library in the woods as her Eden. We love you.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mary's honor to the Felines & Friends Foundation.
Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday November 12, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday November 13, 2015 at the Brownington Village Congregational Church. Interment will follow in Brownington Village Cemetery.
Richard Oliver Hill
....show , 72, of Newport Center, VT, passed away on November 8, 2015 in Lebanon, NH surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 7, 1943 in Newport Center to Clarence and Anita (Collins) Hill. On May 16, 1964 he married Claudette Chenier who survives him. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Richard was superintendent for the Asbestos Mine in Eden, Vermont for 28 years. His most recent employment was at Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans, Vermont for 15 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to the beaches in Florida. He loved his family and friends and gatherings.
He is survived by his wife Claudette Hill of Newport Center, VT, by his children: Michael Hill and his wife Christina of Newport and Venice, FL, Susan Hill of North Port, FL, and Monique Ring and her husband Mark of Venice, FL, by his grandchildren: Matthew, Joey, Nathan, Mylah, Jesse, Jake, Brittany, Sydney and Schuylar and by his great granddaughter Kirsten. He is also survived by his brother Gilbert Hill and his wife Linda of Lowell, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Rodney Hill.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Jacquelyn Ann Roese
....show , 72, of Island Pond, Vermont passed away suddenly on November 2, 2015 at her home. She was born on April 30, 1943 in Rockville Center, NY to Joaquin and Isabelle (Brumley) De Ibero. Jacquelyn was very active with the Brighton Chamber of Commerce, Brighton Snowmobile Club, and volunteered for 25 years as an aid for the Moriches, NY nursery school. She loved spending time with her grandchildren at the Lake and she enjoyed snowmobiling and being in the outdoors.
She is survived by her husband: Frederick Roese of Island Pond, VT, by her children: Michael Roese of Manorville, NY, John Roese and his wife Karen of East Moriches, NY, Barbara Gastarik and her husband Robert of Manorville, NY, and by her grandchildren: Andrew, Jennifer, Richard, and Rachel. She is also survived by her sister Ann Jones and her husband Bill of Port Saint Lucie, FL, one niece and two nephews. She was predeceased by a brother.
Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. on Saturday November 7, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport followed by a service at 8:00 PM. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Delbert M. (Bud)Thompson
....show , 90, of Barton, VT, passed away on November 2, 2015 in Newport. He was born on March 10, 1925 in Craftsbury, VT to Charlie and Inez (Bidwell) Thompson. On October 14, 1950 he married the former Arlene Robinson who predeceased him on March 22, 2014.
Delbert was an inspector for Ethan Allen MFG where he retired in 1990.
His hobbies included woodworking, gardening, yard work, reading, listening to country music and watching westerns. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He is survived by his son David Thompson and his wife Wanita of Barton, VT, by his grandchildren: Meghann Roberts and her husband Lewis of Barton, VT, and Derek Thompson of Herndon, VA, by his great grandchildren: Joshua Thompson, Owen, Ava, Levi, Calvin Roberts, and by his siblings: Donald Thompson of N. Haven, CT, Gerald Thompson of White River Junction, VT, Richard Thompson and his wife Huguette of Sheffield, VT, and Madelene Robinson of Lyndonville, VT, brother-in-law Alden Robinson of Irasburg, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Lloyd, Wayland and by his sister Thelma.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday November 5, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton with the Rev. Fred Barker officiating. Interment in Irasburg Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday November 5, 2015 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Nancy Dutton Lilley Morse
....show , 84, died November 1, 2015 with her family by her side. She was predeceased by her first husband Edward Lilley and children Douglas Lilley and Sally (Morse) Wagner. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Robert Morse of East Montpelier, children: Randy Lilley of Essex Junction, Cathie (Lilley) Meyer and husband Brad of Lebanon, NH, Chris (Lilley) Hope and husband Richard of Richford, Barbara (Lilley) Fielder of Cabot, Mark Lilley of Windham, ME, Diane (Morse) Konrady and husband Michael of Calais, Bruce Morse and wife Shirley of Berlin, 16 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, sister Catherine (Dutton) Bontadelli of Redmond, Oregon and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of remembrance will be held Friday November 6, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. in the Old Brick Church, 55 VT Route 14, East Montpelier. A reception will immediately follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fire & Rescue Service, East Montpelier, VT 05651.
Delle (Blanchard) Reilly
....show died peacefully on October 31, 2015 at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton, Vermont. She was born in Newport, VT on May 11, 1922 and was the daughter of Clarence and Annie (Hanson) Blanchard.
Delle graduated from Newport High School, then moved to Hartford, Connecticut. In 1946 she married Arthur Frank Reilly, who predeceased her in 2001. They had two children, David and Jane.
Delle had a very successful 30 year career with the Aetna Life Insurance Company in Human Resources. Later her work evolved to the creation and teaching of language strengthening courses for administrative personnel.
Delle never lost her love of Vermont and after her retirement and Arthur’s major stroke, they returned to their cottage on Lake Memphremagog. Eventually, they joined Delle’s sister Claire in the family home on the Bluff Road. Delle’s faithful, 19 year devotion to Arthur’s care was very much admired by her family and friends.
Delle’s natural green thumb expressed itself in her love of gardening and landscaping as was evident around her home on the Bluff Road. After Arthur’s passing, she was able to be active in her Church which she very much enjoyed.
Delle was a great lover of animals and it was an important part of who she was. She volunteered for many years at the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter at their spay/neuter clinics.
Delle was very much loved by all her many sisters and her brother: Marjorie Marois, Muriel Hudson, Gwendolyn Benaroya, Jan Allison, Claire Blanchard, and Alden Blanchard, their spouses and many nieces and nephews.
She is survived by her children: Jane Housewright and her husband Willis of West Hartford, Connecticut, her son David Reilly of Catoosa, Oklahoma, her daughter-in-law Darlene Reilly-Lengyel of Monroe, Connecticut, her sister Jan (Alta) Allison of Manchester, Connecticut, her brother Alden Blanchard and his wife Marilyn of Newport, Vermont. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Kathryn Housewright of Burlington, Vermont, Meghan Housewright of Washington, D.C. and Christopher Reilly of Monroe, Connecticut.
As per Delle’s wishes, there will be no wake or funeral service. Burial will be private. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a contribution in her memory may do so by contributing to either: The Newport Baptist Church, 834 East Main Street, Newport, Vermont 05855, or Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.
John F. Grady
....show , 59 0f Newport, VT passed away suddenly on October 29, 2015 in Newport. He was born on May 23, 1956 in Springfield, VT to Arthur and Ella (Wheeler) Grady. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed fishing, and watching wrestling on television. He was a collector of Match Box Cars. He worked for several years at Ethan Allen in Island Pond, VT. He is survived by his siblings: Tom Grady and his wife Sandra of Newport, VT, James Grady and his wife Joann of West Burke, VT, Barbara Choiniere of Abbyville, SC, and by his sister-in-law Bonnie Lewis of Alpine, NY. He was predeceased by his brother Roy H. Lewis and by his parents. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday November 7, 2015 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Ronald Holland Dialysis Center, in care of North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Elia A. Favreau
....show , 91, of Derby, VT, passed away on Monday October 26, 2015 in Derby after a long illness. He was born on February 9, 1924 in Derby a son of Henry and Mary (Poirier) Favreau. Elia was predeceased by his wife Evelina over 25 years ago. He was a man who enjoyed the outdoors hunting and fishing, and working with wood. He was an all around handyman. He and his dear friend Bessie Brown enjoyed riding around the area’s back roads. He worked for 30 years before he retired from Indian Head Plywood.
He is survived by his dear friend Bessie Brown who has been his family for many years. He is also survived by two brothers: Roger and Camile Favreau and their families.
Funeral services will be held at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport on Monday November 2, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Laurence Wall officiating. Interment will follow in Coventry Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT, 05855.
Douglas G. Niles
....show . 66, of Newport Center, Vt; died peacefully on Monday October 26, 2015 with his loving family at his side.
He was born on May 20, 1949 in Newport, Vt; the son of Lorraine (Davio) Niles and the late George Bixby Niles.
He graduated from North Country Union High School class of 1968 and later received an Associates Degree in Forestry in 1970 from The Redwood College in Fortuna, CA.
Doug owned Niles Tree Service, where he was a landscaper and was well known for craftsmanship of building stonewalls.
He enjoyed the great outdoors of Vermont where he enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his daughters, Tammi Lantagne and her husband (Reg) of Newport Center, Vt; and Tara Selby and her husband Sean of Morgan, VT; and by his mother Lorraine Niles of Newport Center, VT; and by his grandchildren: Alexis and Kevin Lantagne, and Dija and Kristchan Selby, and his brothers, Raymond Niles and his wife (Edna) of Littleton, NH; Timothy Niles of Newport Center, VT; and Kevin Niles and his wife Julie of Lockport, NY; and by nieces and nephews, Kate Schwanke and her husband Matt, Bryce Niles and his wife Tabi, Shane Niles and Dana Niles and his wife Nancy, T.J. Niles, Darcel and Yolanda Niles, Jordan and Mitchell Niles.
Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire contributions in his memory it may be made to the Douglas Niles Memorial Fund, c/o Community National Bank, 4811 VT. Rt. 5, Newport, Vt. 05855.
Elizabeth L. (Savage) March
....show passed away on Monday October 26th, 2015 at her home in Newport, VT. Her children and daughter-in-law were by her side when she peacefully and comfortably passed.
Elizabeth was born on April 13th, 1926 in Newport, VT. “E”, as she was affectionately called by everyone, was the daughter of Bernard and Ruby (Calkins) Savage.
She married Andrew Sumner March in April of 1951, whom she met in Newport. Andy predeceased her in August of 2014. They were married for 63 years.
“E” is survived by two sons, Andrew March and his wife Mary Lou of Cape Coral, FL and Newport, VT, Douglas March and his wife Carol of Warwick, RI, one daughter, Susan Pelcher of Newport, VT, by her brother Bruce Savage of Sandwich, MA, five grandchildren, Lindsay, Whitney, Corey, Amy and Lindsay and her several cousins, nieces and nephews. Her great grandson arrived in April of this year.
“E” spent her final years in the town she loved most, Newport, where she lived through high school. She then went on to live and work in Boston, attending Fisher Junior College. During her marriage with Andy March, “E” also lived in Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Illinois, New Jersey, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
But Newport is where she had many of her fondest memories. And she was able to be amongst many of the friends and family she loved most in those final years.
Family and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside ceremony at Pine Grove Cemetery on Saturday, October 31 at 11:00A.M.
Memorial contributions may be marked in Elizabeth’s name to Orleans-Essex VNA-Hospice Inc, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855 and North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.
Michael Donovan
....show , 95, of Newport Center, VT passed away peacefully on October 21, 2015 at his home. He was born on on May 16, 1920 to Michael and Margaret (Kerin) Donovan. In 1941 he married Esther St. Onge. They lived in Timmoth, VT for two years and then moved to Collins Mills Road where they raised four boys: Dennis, Patrick, Kermit and James.
Michael was road commissioner for the Town of Newport Center for 23 years, after that he took to his tool box and fixed loggers skidders as he was a handy mechanic. He loved to plant his gardens and pick black berries in the summer. In the winter he used his little red tractor to plow the driveway and also that of his neighbor.
He leaves his wife Esther, his sons: Dennis, Patrick and his wife Barb, and James and his wife Sara, his daughter-in-law Pam, 7 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. He was predeceased by a son Kermit, his great grandson Jacobe and by his brothers and sisters: John, Robert, George, Mary and Catherine.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.
Van Thomas Corkins
....show , 65, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2015 surrounded by his family, at his home after battling a year long illness. He was born on April 2, 1950 in Amityville, NY, to Harold and Dorothy (Riegel) Corkins, Sr. He graduated from Lindenhurst High School, Lindenhurst, NY in 1968. Van was a Lead Lathe Operator for Ethan Allen MFG in Orleans,VT for the past twenty years. Prior to moving to Vermont, he was a Production Manager for Russell Plastics for 20 years and part owner of RFP plastics on Long Island, NY.
He was a member of the sons of the American Legion Post 21 of Newport, and the Newport Country Club. He was an avid golfer, New York Yankees Fan, and he enjoyed camping in Holland and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his children: Carolyn (Secreto) Tice and her husband Paul of Milton, VT, Marilyn Redfern and her husband Charles of Kannapolis, NC, and Jacquelyn Choquette of Concord, NC, by his mother Dorothy Corkins of Newport, VT, Five grandchildren: Anthony Secreto and his wife Kerri, Vincent Secreto ,Dakota Choquette, Justin Tice and Ryan Tice and by two great grandchildren: Amelia and Benjamin Secreto. He is also survived by his siblings: Harold Corkins, Jr and his wife Donna of West Palm Beach, FL, Ronald Corkins and his wife Dolly of Newport, VT, Craig Corkins and his wife Mary of Derby, VT, Randy Corkins of Newport, VT, and Darren Corkins of Newport, VT and by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and additional extended family. He was predeceased by his father Harold Corkins, Sr in 1995, by his brother Alan Corkins in 1995and by his sister Valerie Gibson in 1996 . A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday October 30, 2015 at the American Legion Post 21 in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.
Lois Sykes Carpenter
....show of Derby, Vermont passed away on October 20th, 2015.
She was born in Holland, Vermont on July 14th, 1938 to the late Roger Sykes and Eula Flynn Sykes. She lived her early years in Holland with her family and moved to Derby to attend high school at Derby Academy where she graduated.
On September 11, 1956 she married Charles B. Carpenter Jr. who predeceased her January 13, 2009. Together they operated a dairy farm on Bates Hill in Derby for over 10 years. After moving off the farm she held positions as an office worker and a commercial knitter. She and Charles did some traveling visiting family and friends, although she loved being at home surrounded by her family and friends most.
She loved working in her gardens and took great pride in her flowers. She also loved knitting and crocheting for family and friends.
She is survived by the following children: Allen Carpenter and his wife Theresa, Betsy McDonald and her husband Harvey, Cory Carpenter and his wife Colleen
Grandchildren: Allyson (Isaac) Bathalon, Justin Carpenter, Annette Vallieres, Cory Carpenter Jr., Daniel (Alexis) Carpenter, Katrina Carpenter and Charles B. Carpenter III
Great Grand Children: Evan, Alexander, Daniel, Jordan, Corine, Ryan and Xander
She is survived by the following siblings: Raymond Sykes, Russell Sykes, and Jocelyn Davio, Brian Sykes and his wife Carolyn, Hazel Pelillo and her husband Rocco and by lots of nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by the following, brothers and sisters: Earl, Harley, Delwin and Allen, Beulah Ellam, Mabel Judd, Eva Raitt and Janice Santacruce and by a great grandchild Ava Lawson.
Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Halo Foundation 1071 Upper Quarry Road. Newport, VT 05855
James Francis McQuillen
....show , 85, of Newport, well known businessman and florist, passed away on Monday October 19, 2015 at the VA Hospital in White River Junction, Vermont surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 25, 1930 in Rootstown, Ohio; the son of John W. and Cecilia (Knoch) McQuillen.
He graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School in Ohio where he was a star baseball pitcher, later joining a semi pro team called Gasseys, where he was known for his left handed sinker. He later shared these skills in Newport as a Little League coach.
He was a brick mason by trade. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a radar technician during the Korean Conflict, and later served in the Vermont National Guard. He also met the love of his life, Betty Jenks, while stationed at Eglin AFB in Florida. On February 12, 1955 they were married in Newport, Vermont where they owned and operated Farrant’s Flower Shop and Greenhouse, which is still operating today.
Jim continued his masonry skills by helping to build North Country Hospital, North Country Union High School, J.J. Newberry’s Store, among many other local landmarks and projects.
He held memberships in the American Legion Post #21 in Newport, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #798 in Newport, Charter Member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #4329 in Newport, Charter Member of the Elks B.P.O.E. #2155 of Newport, Knights of Columbus, Gibbons Council 3rd degree #2285 and 4th degree #1157, Honorary member of Newport Rotary Club where he received a Paul Harris Fellow Award for all of his volunteer work, avid member of Newport Country Club, Past President of Newport Jaycees, and Past President of the Greater Newport Area Chamber of Commerce. He also served as zoning commissioner for the City of Newport.
He founded the snow golf tournament at the first Winterfest in Newport. For his accomplishments, his picture was published in Sports Illustrated Magazine. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, his coffee meetings at the Royal Restaurant and later at the Herb March coffee club at Wendy’s and Saturday coffee at Maplefields. He looked forward to his regular visits to the VFW, Eagles, and Legion.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Betty McQuillen of Newport, his children: Kathleen McQuillen of Newport, Karen McQuillen and her husband Jerome Ernest of Centreville, MD; James C. McQuillen of Newport, Terrie McQuillen of Derby and her friend John Garvey of North Troy; Tracie Lanternier and her husband Gregg of Hampstead, NH; John McQuillen of Manchester, ME; and Mary McQuillen and her husband Peter Slocombe of Fairfax, VT; and by his grandchildren: Abigail Laramee and her husband Jason of Derry, NH; Patrick Paul of Manhatten Beach, CA.; Amelia and Troy Ernest of Centreville, MD; Samuel and Daniel Lanternier of Hampstead, NH; Maxwell and Margaret McQuillen of Manchester, ME; and Madeline and Victoria Slocombe of Fairfax, VT; and by a brother Bernard McQuillen and his wife Mary of Kingsville, OH; by two goddaughters Chris (Suzie) Blais of Derby Line, VT, and Phyllis Grech of Waterford, VT; and by his godson Malcolm Rittenberry of Winter Garden, FL, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brothers John and Robert McQuillen and his sisters Cecilia Grether, Mary Williams, and Christina Masl.
Friends may call from 6-9 PM on Sunday October 25, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, Vt; where funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday October 26, 2015 with Rev. Leopold Bilodeau officiating. Internment will follow in the Lake Road Cemetery in Newport Center, VT; with full military honors. Should friends desire contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to Disabled American Veterans, c/o Winston Dowland, Whittier Road, Derby Line, Vt. 05830.
Kunigunda (Pohlmann) Gray
....show of Danville, VT, passed away on Sunday October 18th, 2015 at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 78.
She was born on February 7th, 1937 in Lanzendorf, Germany. She was the daughter of Johan and Johanna Pohlmann.
She attended school in Germany, and on July 21, 1962 she married Glenn E. Gray.
She enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren, crocheting, knitting, cooking, and growing flowers and vegetables.
She is survived by her daughter Corinna Costello and Her husband Tom of Danville, VT, a brother, Emil Pohlmann and his wife Barbel of Bayreuth, Germany, a sister, Anneliese Lauterbach of Marktschorgast, Germany, three, grandchildren, Jeramie Gray of Island Pond, VT and Maddison and Porter Costello of Danville, VT, four sister-in-laws, Patricia Gray of St. Johnsbury, VT, Gleigh Heath of Island Pond, VT, Charlotte Gunn of Island Pond, VT, and Virginia Wing and her husband Alan Island Pond, VT, and several nieces and nephews born in the US and Germany.
She was predeceased by her husband Glenn Gray, her son Konrad Gray in 2008, two brothers, Wili Pohlmann and Edwin Pohlmann, and by one sister, Helga Bierl.
A memorial service will take place on Monday October 26th, 2015 at 12:00pm at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond, VT. with the Rev. Alan Magoon officiating. Friends may call from 11AM until the hour of service on Monday morning at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond. A reception will follow the burial at the American Legion Hall in Island Pond.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be marked in Kunigunda’s name to the: St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 and to the Fresinus Medical Care Dialysis Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.
Gilberta “Bet” Doris Quintal
....show , 88, of Newport, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2015, at the North Country Hospital with family by her side. She was born on December 28, 1926, in Jay, Vermont, the daughter of Arthur and Gertrude (Belle) Quintal.
Bet spent a lot of time with Albert and Noella Boudreau and Paul and Cecile Boudreau in helping them raise their families and later moved in with Harry and Pauline Forest in North Troy. In 1960, Bet moved in with her sister Lena in Newport Center and helped her with the milking and other chores. Bet loved hard work and would take vacations in East Kingston, New Hampshire, to help her brother, Louie and his family. During this period, Bet also worked at Indian Head and in 1966 worked at Orleans Manufacturing. In 1973, Bet worked at Butterfields until her retirement in 1988. After retiring, Bet kept active by working at the Brook View Gardens in Barton with Audrey Rockwell until 2007.
Bet is survived by several relatives, Roland and Thomas Deslandes, Robert Quintal, Dennis Quintal, Sally Ann (Quintal) Guilmette, Julie (Quintal) Warren, Julie Mossa and Pauline Sanville along with many friends from her retirement community on Elm Street, Newport.
Bet was predeceased by her sister, Lena Normandin, from Newport, her brother, Louie Quintal from East Kingston, New Hampshire, her niece, Beatrice (Normandin) Deslandes, her nephew, Louis Quintal, Jr. and Lisa Deslandes.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 23rd, at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Newport, Vermont.
Should friends desire, contributions in Bet’s memory may be made to the Michaud Manor, Activities Fund, 47 Herrick Road, Derby Line, Vermont 05830.
Edmond Bruce Marckres
....show , known as Bruce, 72, of Craftsbury, VT; died on October 14, 2015 at the Greensboro Nursing Home in Greensboro, Vt. Bruce was known for his 43 years of service working for the town of Craftsbury. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday October 24, 2015 at the Curtis-Britch & Davis Funeral Home, Craftsbury Common, Vt. A reception will follow the service at the United Church of Craftsbury Common.
Bobbie Jean (Kahlstrom) Hill
....show passed away at the Bel Aire Health Center on Sunday, October 11th, 2015 at the age of 62.
She was born on February 25th, 1953 in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was the daughter of Robert and Doris (Wood) Kahlstrom.
She attended school in Orleans at the Lake Region High School. On November 24th, 1982, she married Dean W. Hill Sr, who predeceased her in January of 2013.
Bobbie loved crafts, such as jewelry making and painting to name a few. She loved animals (especially her Miniature Pinscher, “Bella”), shopping, music, and learning about Native American culture (since her family background is Cherokee).
She will be remembered by her family and friends as a genuine, caring and loving person who will be greatly missed.
She is survived by one daughter, Sharmin Hill and her companion Chris Hardy of Orleans, two sons, James Begin and his wife Shannon of Florida, and Chuck Hill of Newport Center, VT, four step-sons, Dean Hill Jr. of Newport VT, William Hill of Sutton VT, Kevin Hill and his wife Carolyn of Sheffield, VT, and Tim Hill and his companion Tassie Blondin of Essex, VT, one step-daughter, Doreen Hill of Orleans, VT, one brother, David Kahlstrom and his wife Gina of Newport, VT, two sisters, Debra Breault and her husband Patrick of Westfield, VT, and Mary Geraw and her husband Chuck of Plaski, NY, and by her sister-in-law, Dwanetta Bickford of Derby, VT. She is also survived by two granddaughters, Diamond Begin and Cheyenne Begin of Florida.
Upon request by the family there will be no services. A remembrance of Bobbie's life will be held at a later date.
Cristine L. Hanson
....show of Craftsbury passed away in Burlington,VT on Saturday October 10th, 2015 at the age of 63.
She was born on February 2nd, 1952 in Hillsville, Nova Scotia. She was the daughter of George and Doris (Densmore) McClare.
She graduated High School in East Bridgewater, MA in 1970.
She worked as a bookkeeper for companies in ME, VT and MA. She also worked as the assistant town clerk in Craftsbury from 1993-1998.
Cristine enjoyed flowers, gardening (she had an excellent green thumb), Sewing, making crafts, cooking, baking (especially Christmas cookies, zucchini bread, and pumpkin bread).
She is survived by her husband Lloyd Hanson, two brothers, Earl McClare and his wife Brenda of Ontario, and John McClare and his wife Amy of Brewer, Maine, one sister, Janet Salvador of Brockton, MA. She is predeceased by her parents.
Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch and Davis Funeral Home in Carftsbury Common on Saturday October 17, 2015 from 1:00-2:30pm, a reception will follow at the Craftsbury Common United Church in Craftsbury Common, VT.
Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or memorial contributions may be marked in Cristine’s name to any animal shelter of your choice.
Gordon “Doc” Alan Stewart
....show , 89, of Derby Line, VT passed away peacefully on October 9, 2015 in Newport with his family at his side, from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born on January 2, 1926 in Graniteville, Quebec to George and Gertrude (Bullock) Stewart. On July 16, 1955 he married Irene (Bell) who survives him. Doc was employed by Butterfield’s in Derby Line for 39 years and he also ran his own accounting business. He was a Eucharistic minister at St. Edward’s Catholic Church, a long time member and secretary-treasurer for the Dufferin Heights Golf Club where he very much enjoyed playing golf. His hobbies included music, reading westerns. He also coached youth hockey and baseball in the area.
He is survived by his wife Irene of Derby Line, VT, by his children: Shayne and his wife Robin of Southwick, MA, Lon of Newport, VT, Laurie of Newport, VT, Mark and his wife Sharon of Newport, VT, and by Ryan and his wife Lori of Lyndon, VT, by his grandchildren: Jena, Annie, Kati, Abram, Nathan, Darian, Bayla, Samantha, and Ty-lynn and by his great grandchildren: Charlii, Jace and Sawyer and , by his siblings: Donald Stewart of Whitby, Ontario, Charles Stewart and his wife Greta of Omeemee, Ontario and Marilyn Dundon of Kingston, Ontario. He was predeceased by his son Barry, and by his sister Mary.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday October 13, 2015 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Edward’s Catholic Cemetery where he will rest next to his son, Barry.
Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.
Ruby Edna Maxwell Flynn
....show , 102 of Holland, VT, passed away on October 7, 2015 in Barton, VT. She was born on December 21, 1912 in Holland. The daughter of Henry and Alice (Moulton) Maxwell. Ruby graduated from Derby Academy in 1931. On May 14, 1932, Ruby married Hugh Loren "Bud" Flynn, the love of her life, who predeceased her on July 25, 1978.
Ruby was a hard working farmer's wife and enjoyed working along with Bud on their dairy farm. She was a wonderful mother and a great cook. Ruby loved being outside walking and snow shoeing...even well into her 'golden' years. When she was younger, she was an avid horseback rider. Ruby was all about her family, never being too busy to spend time, or share a laugh or give a hug.
Ruby is survived by her son David Flynn, of Derby and her daughter Diana Emmerson and husband Ernie of Holland. Also by her grandchildren, Terry Hodgdon and friend Jane, Linda Hodgdon Burke and husband Randy, Steve Carpenter, Ken Carpenter and wife Paula, Sally Carpenter and friend Kenny, James Carpenter, Jr., Hugh Flynn and wife Helen, Scott Flynn and friend Marie, Lori Flynn, Karin Flynn, Katrina Emmerson Meigs and husband Charlie, Erin Emmerson Daggett and husband Andrew. Ruby is also survived by twenty great grandchildren and nineteen great-great grandchildren. Also surviving her are two sisters-in-law, Greta Maxwell and Betty Flynn. Also many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Ruby was predeceased by her daughters, Alice Hodgdon and husband Dave, Sfa Carpenter and husband Jim, her daughter-in-law Wanda Flynn and grandson David Flynn , Jr., her brothers, Roger Maxwell and wife Mary, Claude Maxwell and wife Blanche, Amos Maxwell and Dean Maxwell, sisters, Dorothy Gray and husband Ivan, Arline Whitehill and husband Roger, brothers-in-law Urban Flynn and wife Louise, Wayne Flynn, Lyman Flynn and wife Lucille, sisters-in-law Cora West and husband Bill, Eula Sykes and husband Roger.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ruby's memory to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc., 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
Frances Dale Aldrich
....show , 75, of Irasburg, VT, departed to be with her Lord on October 7, 2015 in Lebanon, NH. She was born on June 12, 1940 in Brownington, VT to Leslie and Geneva (Moulton ) White Sr. On June 23, 1956, she married Alden Aldrich, Sr who survives her.
Frances attended the Albany Methodist Church and previously attended other churches in the area.
She is survived by her husband Alden Aldrich, Sr of Irasburg, VT, by her children: Marcia Blouin-Bushey and her husband James of Irasburg, VT, Alden Aldrich, Jr of San Jose, CA, Peter Aldrich and his wife Robin of St. Albans, VT, and Paula Bernier and her husband Roger of St. Johnsbury, VT. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Allison Hahr and her husband Adrian, Stephanie LaBarron and her husband Dan, Jessica Urango and her husband Alex, and Emily, Noah and Kally Aldrich, Tess and Anna Leeper, and by her great grandchildren Taylor and Evan Menard, and Alex Urango, Jr. She was loved and survived by many step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Earl White and his wife Donna of North Carolina, Jean Dopp of Kirby, VT, and Dorothy Page of Derby, VT. She was predeceased by her daughter Amy Aldrich in 1977. She was predeceased by her brothers Merton, Russell, Leslie and Bernard White and by her sisters Margaret Piper, and Mavis Hunt.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday Ocotber 10, 2015 at the Brownington Center Church with the Rev. George Lawson officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Interment in Brownington Center Cemetery at a later date.
Jane Scott
....show , the bright light in so many lives, died October 6, 2015 after a brief illness with family by her bedside. Jane was a gentle, kind hearted soul who truly looked for and found the good in everyone. This was her gift to so many others. Always positive and seeing the good in everyone.
Jane was born July 27, 1920 to Daniel and Elizabeth Bixby. She lived her early years in West Hartford, VT with her family. Jane had two younger sisters, Pauline and Joyce. In her youth she loved to swim, spending the hot summer hours swimming in the White River and at Island Park. She loved the sunshine.
Jane's childhood years were not easy. Her father, Daniel, died when she was 5 years old from tuberculosis, brought on by the mustard gas he suffered in WWI. Her middle sister "Paulie" died that same year from meningitis. Her mother, "Betty" was a strong woman, who raised Jane and Joyce in a time that being a single mother was not an easy task.
Jane lived through the flood of 1927, and never forgot it, or the night the water was rising, and how the family escaped by driving up the RR tracks to high ground and safety. The family lost everything and had to re-build their lives. Next came the depression years. This was a difficult time for so many. It certainly had its affects on Jane as she never complained. Amazingly, Jane became a stronger person and as time has proven, she conserved and preserved family and well being.
In 1938 Jane entered the Mary Fletcher School of Nursing in Burlington, VT. She graduated as an RN in 1941. She worked as an RN for many years in the hospitals in Newport, old and new and was an excellent caregiver. She enjoyed her work as a nurse and followed in her mother's footsteps in that regard.
In her first year of working as a student nurse, Jane worked in a hospital in Burlington, VT. While working there she met a young man named Richard Scott. That meeting blossomed into the love of her life and on 4/18/42- Jane married Richard Scott of Bluffside Farm in Newport and moved to the big house at the farm. She and "Dick" had two children- Joan and Dan and lived their lives as a self- sufficient farm family. They had many years together and enjoyed their lives their lives around Bluffside Farm and family. One of their favorite things to do was dance, and could they dance- they were excellent! We all have such vivid and wonderful memories of the holidays, hot summer nights of haying, Sunday dinners, birthday celebrations and so, so many family gatherings with them on the farm.
It is impossible to totally describe the strength that mom, Jane had... But is should be said that , Ken and Phyllis Scott and family, Bob and Velma Scott and family, always "came home" to Bluffside Farm. Jane was the farm mom they came to...
And so, now Jane can rest and while we are all so very sad, we also know that she is now with several people that she has missed for years.
Jane left a vast family. She is survived by her two children, Joan Curtis and Dan Scott and his companion Nico Hastings. Her four grandchildren, Annie Christoni, Kristy Scott and her companion David Whitesell and his daughter Bianca, Pete Curtis and Kory Scott and his wife Chanda. Three great-grandchildren, Samantha Christoni, Tanner Gobeil and Olivia Scott. Her niece, Jane Bixby and cousins Ruth Charlbois and Marion Lois Regis. Jane had a special relationship with her daughter in law, Joanne Scott and they were the best of friends for all their years. And also- a special thanks to Tashia Shover - Nico Hastings daughter- and her good friend Emily- for all their help over the last year!
Be at rest, Jane, my mom, our mom
Be at rest, GG, my gram, our gram
Be at rest, Jane, Auntie, our aunt
Be at rest, Jane, our friend.
You made the our world a better place, and God knows you earned your angel wings, long before you retired to heaven. We miss you and always will...
Jane always said- It 's nothing but what you can stand- and so we carry on.....
There will be a graveside burial in Pine Grove Cemetery on October 17, 2015 @ 1PM.
Ezekiel Cowgill Barnard
....show of Derby Line, Vermont passed away at his home, Michaud Manor on October 5, 2015. He was born on May 8, 1921 in Woodside, Delaware, the son of Ezekiel Cowgill and Pauline (Warrington) Barnard. He served in World War II in the 12th Marines 3rd Division, making beachheads in Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima. He was decorated with the Medal and Commendation for his valor in Guam; his unit was pinned down by a fierce enemy sniper attack and he took it upon himself to leave his encampment and extinguish the attack saving the lives of his entire encampment. He studied at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania earning a BA degree in accounting. He married Gloria Williams on December 7, 1945 and they had four sons: Ezekiel III, Barry, Corey, and Robert. They were married for 24 years. On January 2, 1947 Ezekiel opened the first coin-operated Laundromat (and five more) in Delaware. Ezekiel was the captain of his own chartered sport fishing yacht, “Sudsy.” He was revered as one of the most productive and competitive Captain’s on the entire East Coast.
Ezekiel married Patricia Ann Wilson on December 30, 1972 and they were married for 26 years. Ezekiel and Patricia sport fished on the “Sudsy” between Ocean City, Maryland and Key West, Florida. Later they moved to Lowell, Vermont and started the Land-Locked Tree Farm.
He was a 32nd Degree Mason (joined in 1961), a Shriner, and long-time member of the Blue Lodge. Ezekiel loved fishing, hunting, playing cards, and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his children Ezekiel C. Barnard the III of Maryland, Barry W. Barnard of Idaho, Corey D. (Cathy) Barnard of Idaho, Robert N. Barnard of West Virginia, and Carol Lynn DeLaBruere of Maryland; grandchildren David Barnard, Arin Meinschein, Rebekah Rynearson, Jake Barnard, Amber Allen, April Biesecker, Robert Barnard, Daniel Culver, and Stephanie Carter.
He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia, brother John Barnard of Pennsylvania, and Pauline Anderson of Delaware.
A graveside service will be held at the Grace Lawn Cemetery in New Castle, Delaware at 10 a.m. on Saturday October 10, 2015.
Dolores M. Petit
....show , 62, of Coventry, VT passed away on October 2, 2015 in Coventry, VT. Dolores was born on February 1, 1953 in Sommerville, NJ a daughter of Edward and Mercedes (Torpey) Skochin. On June 25, 1993 she married Edmond Petit who survives her. Mrs. Petit loved to go to her camp on Seymour Lake during the summers and spending time with her grandchildren. Dolores is survived by her husband Edmond Petit of Coventry, VT, by a son Matthew Phelps of Coventry, VT, by three step-children: Scott Petit and his wife Heather of Coventry, VT, Robin Ballinger and her husband Owen of Coventry, VT, and Danielle Sorrell and her husband Lance of New York, six grandchildren: Addie and Reese Petit, and Evan and Julia Ballinger, Amelia and Hunter Sorrell, by a brother Kerry Skochin of Derby, VT, a niece Jennifer Skochin of South Carolina, and by a nephew Ryan Skochin of South Carolina. Mrs. Petit is predeceased by her parents Edward and Mercedes Skochin. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division Inc. 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.
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