, age 88, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford after a brief illness. He was born May 15, 1927 in St. Theodore DActon, Quebec to the late Omer & Yvonne (Dion) Desautels. Jean attended school in St. Theodore DActon, Quebec. He married Noella Fontaine on October 2, 1948. Jean and Noella made their home in Richford where they farmed and raised their boys. They were devoted members of All Saints Catholic Church. He had a love for working in the woods and carpentry. Jean worked at Blue Seal for 37 years until his retirement in 1990. During those 37 years, Jean and Noella also owned and operated various business. From the local tavern to a snowmobile shop. He had an extreme talent when it came to metal fabrication; he made the star that shines at Blue Seal during the holidays. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Noella (Fontaine) Desautels of Richford; his children and their spouses, Paul and Christine Desautels of Grayson, GA and Claude Desautels and his partner Shana Emch of Richford; his grandchildren, Lauren and Katelyn Desautels of Johnson, Josh Demar of Hyde Park and their mother Jodi Tomasi of Johnson and Emma & Sophia Desautels of Richford; his brothers, Gilles Desautels of Richford and Laurent Desautels of Waco, TX, his sisters, Germaine Provost and her husband George of St. Theodore DActon, Que. and Jacqueline Favreau and her husband Gilles of Sutton, Que. and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Jean was predeceased by his siblings, Laurentia & Laurette Courtemanche, Lucienne Dion, Yvette LaRocque and Marcel, Andre, Albert, Leo, Germain & Florian Desautels. Visitation will be Friday, January 8, 2016 from 6-9 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 10 AM at All Saints Catholic Church in Richford with Fr. Karl Hahr officiating. Interment will follow in All Saints Catholic Cemetery in Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Jeans memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476.

, age 82, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at his home in Franklin. He was born in Frelighsburg, Quebec on November 6, 1933 to the late Leonard & Helen (Hamelin) Godin. Gabriels life consisted of many skills and talents to include: working on his fathers farm and delivering Apples to suppliers when he was living in Canada. After he moved to the states he continued working for several farmers before farming for himself. He was a member of the Berkshire Volunteer Fire Dept. For over 20 years he sold firewood, he also produced maple syrup and trucked feed & supplies for several local farmers. In the 1980s Gabriel and Flaurette started a business called Little Peoples World in which they manufactured doll furniture and other wood products; they enjoyed traveling around the craft show circuits and working Santas Caravan for over 20 years. In Gabriels younger years he loved to play hockey, and as an adult his hobbies included hunting, snowmobiling and ice fishing with his friends Arthur and Laurie Bugbee. His biggest enjoyment was playing with his grandchildren and great grandchildren; especially giving them rides on Jazzy his red scooter. Gabriel was always willing to help others and his family was a very important part of his life. He is survived by his wife Flaurette, who was a very important part of his life for almost 60 years; their children, Monique Godin of Franklin and her daughter Gabrielle and partner Mazner, Mark Sr. and his wife Maria (Nazario) of Berkshire, their children Christina, Mark Jr. and Melanie, Colette Montgomery and her husband Glenn of Fairfield and their children Kerry her fianc Tom, and Chad, Norman Godin and partner Susan Wilson of Berkshire and their children Kitty and Lee and his wife Nicole (Loiselle), Denis Godin his wife Donna (Bartsch) of Essex and his Children Nathan and Andrea; great grandchildren, Teah, Justice, Arianna, Mazrielle, Lyric, Liberty, Montana, Marcel Jr., Syrus, Colton and Lauretta; his siblings, Marius & Hugette Godin, Robert & Lise Godin, Yolande Godin, Jeannette & Claude Raymond, Cecile Allaire, Desneige & Gerald Millette, Jacinthe & Fred Guilbeault, Marielle Godin and Germaine Godin all of Quebec; sisters-in-law, Marthe Godin of Quebec, Doris Laroche of St. Albans and Rosanna Paquette of Swanton and several nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Gabriel was predeceased by a brother, Andre Godin; his sisters, Lorraine Lariviere and Danielle Lariviere and brothers-in-law, Claude Montagne, Normand Allaire, Clement Laroche and Maurice Paquette. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home. 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery in Richford. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the hour of the service. For those who wish, contributions in Gabriels memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or Franklin Homestead, Resident Activity Fund, 114 Homestead Dr., Franklin, VT 05457.

, age 69 passed away January 2,2016 at his home in Montgomery with family and friends by his side. He leaves the love of his life Jean 47 years married. Son William (Willy Jr.) Trautner and his wife Alice; daughter Cynthia Trautner; five grandchildren and one great granddaughter. William retired from the Middletown Station on River Road, Middletown, CT. Moved to Montgomery to the home he built. William was cremated and had private ceremony with military honors. Donations may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the family.

, age 43, passed away on Friday evening, January 22, 2016 at her home with her loving family and friends at her side following a long hard battle with cancer. She was born in St. Albans on June 1, 1972 the daughter of Raymond & Kathleen (Dinsmore) Martin. Erina was a graduate of Richford High School class of 1991. Following high school she worked as a para educator at Richford High School and Sheldon Elementary School. Upon the birth of her children she became a stay at home Mom and then in 2009 she started working at Peerless Clothing until 2014 when her illness forced her to stop working. Erina enjoyed gardening, cooking, working and creating with her hands. She had a love for children and animals. She will be remembered as a person that strived to make everyone happy. She is survived by her children, Abraham & Amos Munch; her mother and her husband, Kathleen & Dale Inverson of Richford; her father and his wife, Raymond & Lauretta Martin of Richford; her soulmate, Ron Chaplin; her siblings and their spouses, Colleen & Clement Gervais & Shawn Gregoire all of Enosburg Falls, Raymond & Donna Sylva, John & Shannon Sylva & Robert & Shirley Sylva, and Nichole Martin and her boyfriend Jeremy Townsend all of Richford; her maternal grandmother, Lucille Dinsmore of East Ryegate; many nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles; and her faithful companions, Dog - Pepe and Cat - Callie. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will take place this spring in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday January 29th from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Erinas memory may be made to The University of Vermont Cancer Center, Office of Development, The Courtyard at Given - 1 South, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 05405.

, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at his home in Enosburgh. Ken spent most of his life in New Jersey, but loved spending time in Vermont. He married Jaye on October 10, 1964. In 1976 he founded Palmer Heating, which is now operated by his son Scott. Ken was multi-talented and his hobbies included enjoying the outdoors, playing the cello, playing Monday night pool and mainly spending time with his cherished family and friends. For the past several years Ken and Jaye lived full time in Vermont. He thoroughly enjoyed his time writing Just for the Record , which was his column in the local New Jersey paper. Ken was considered an expert in the heating profession; he would write articles for trade journals and also travel around the world for conferences. Ken volunteered for several organizations throughout his lifetime including secretary and treasurer for A.S.H.R.A.E., board member of the Montgomery Historical Society, president of the Vermont Volvo Club and committee member of the Wild & Scenic group of Vermont. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Jaye Secor of Enosburgh; 3 sons, Kenneth W. Secor and his partner Susan Hanley of Sag Harbor, NY, Scott Secor and his wife Tracy of Rahway, NJ and Peter Secor and his wife Samantha of Hillsborough, NJ; 6 grandchildren, Victoria, Ryan, Kimberly, Kyle, Sydney and Jordan all of New Jersey; a sister, Janis Smith of Tampa, FL; a brother, Brad Harn of Melbourne, FL and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by his son Timothy Secor in 2004.

, age 86, passed away Monday morning January 18, 2016 at The Villa in St. Albans. He was born July 6, 1929 in West Enosburgh in the family farm house that Arthur was currently living in, the son of the late Craig & Marion (Hoben) Ovitt. Arthur was a hardworking, lifelong dairy farmer who was a member of the St. Albans Co-Op and had received several milk quality awards during his career, retiring in 2013. He also had a love of working the land with his work horses. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou (Burleson) Ovitt of West Enosburgh. Arthur & Mary Lou were married January 31, 1951. He is also survived by his children, Gary Ovitt and his partner Daya Redman of St. Albans, Alan Ovitt and his wife Karen of Lakeland, FL, Brenda Ovitt of Jeffersonville, and John Ovitt and his wife Kathy of Franklin; his grandchildren, Susan Gancarcz and her husband Scott, Scott Ovitt and his wife Tracy, Chantel Ovitt and her partner Dylan Walters, Ryan Ovitt & Nikki Bushey and her husband Shawn; his great grandchildren, Kayla Ovitt, Madison Ovitt, Ella Gancarcz & Teagan Bushey; his sister-in-law, Ellen Jane Darling and her husband Ray of Lecanto, FL; many nieces, nephews, friends and his feline companion, Ralphy. Besides his parents, Arthur was predeceased by his siblings, Earl Ovitt, Kathryn Combs & Meredith Ovitt. A graveside service will be private and held in the spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Arthurs memory may be made to The University of Vermont Cancer Center, Office of Development, The Courtyard at Given - 1 South, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 05405.

, age 83, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington. She was born in Franklin on February 3, 1932 to the late Gordon Messier and Freda (Clapper) Tatro. Shirley graduated from B.F.A. St. Albans class of 1950. She married the love of her life, Richard Cantell on February 14, 1953. Shirley loved spending time outdoors; her favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing, cross country skiing and spending time at camp on Fairfield Pond. She also had a passion for horseback riding. She loved her Morgan horse Josh . Shirley was a member of St. Anthonys Catholic Church in Sheldon Springs. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard Cantell of Sheldon Springs; 3 children, Cathy Longley and her partner Jack Medeiros, Kimberlee Spaulding and her husband Hubert all of Sheldon and Michael Cantell and his wife Victoria of Franklin; her grandchildren, Stacie Manchester and her partner Brad Bates, Pamela Callan and her husband Tom, Keith Spaulding, Kevin Spaulding and his partner Kim Ploof, Michelle Ogle and her husband Jerry and Miles Trudell and his wife Dana; 15 great grandchildren; 3 siblings, Jimmy Messier and his wife Greta of Sheldon Springs, Eunice Benham of St. Albans and Janet Harris of South Carolina and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her step-father, Lynford Tatro. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthonys Catholic Church, Mill St., Sheldon Springs with Fr. Karl Hahr officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Shirleys memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Association, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to St. Anthonys Catholic Church, P.O. Box 563, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.

, age 97, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016 at The Pines Nursing Home in Lyndonville. In keeping with Corinnes wishes there will be no obituary or funeral services. Burial will take place privately in the Richford Center Cemetery.

, age 34, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Vermont Respite House in Williston surrounded by his lifelong friends. Shawn was born on February 22, 1981 in St. Albans, the son of the late Jack & Maureen (Blanchard) Hennessey. Shawn worked for P.J.s Auto transporting cars. He was an avid collector of Legos and Hot Wheel cars. He was an exceptional artist and creator of anime cartoons. Shawn enjoyed shopping, playing video games, shooting guns and spending time with his family and friends. There are special family and friends in Shawns life who should be recognized and acknowledged; Ant Sheel who was a devoted Aunt spending countless hours as a caregiver, confidant and motivator, and shared many good times and laughs together; Cousin Donna who stood by Shawn during his illness, providing the love and support needed through good times and bad; Kathy & Dave Baker and Holly & John Crispell - for the countless hours you devoted in the care of Shawn and Tenshi. You have shown the true value of friendship; Bob Atherton for allowing Shawn to cross off riding in a helicopter from his bucket list. For always being the father figure in his life and always believing in Shawn; Bill Leedy, Chris Newett, Jesse DuRona & Chris Tefft who were lifelong friends and continually showed support throughout Shawns life; Shawn is survived by his Aunts and Uncles; several cousins including Travis & Spencer who spent many hours playing with Shawn through their childhood and Mike & Bill who were always available to Shawn. In accordance with Shawns wishes there will be no visiting hours or funeral. Should friends desire, gifts in Shawns memory may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

, 78, of Montgomery Ctr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Linda was born on September 14, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Thomas and Helen (Iversen) Doughten. The family moved to Long Island, New York where Linda attended Baldwin High School and later, the University of Vermont and a secretarial school in NYC. Linda was popular and stylish in her youth, as well as athletic. She excelled at many things, from waterskiing and horseback riding, to oil painting, piano, and dancing. She met Tom OConnell at UVM and they were married in July 1958. They had 4 children in a space of 5 years, but this didnt deter Linda from enjoying her beloved activities, such as skiing, swimming, and even fox hunting. The family moved many times, settling in northern Vermont in the 1970s. Linda developed her talents further and renovated several homes and even turned her interest to carpentry, creating fantastic built-in bookshelves from floor to ceiling in numerous rooms. More and more bookshelves were always needed as she had a great love of the classics and collected books of all types and subjects. Linda worked for various employers over the next decades, including Jay Peak, Inc., The Montgomery Schoolhouse, and United Aerospace Metals. She had a truly great work ethic and professional manner which she will always be remembered for. Life in Northern Vermont meant new forms of fun, and Linda joined a womens softball league and made many friends during those years. She also loved quietly canoeing on the secret ponds and stunningly beautiful rivers in the area. There is no doubt that Linda was quirky, and she will be remembered with a chuckle by many people. She nearly always wore sunglasses, carried a cup of coffee in a Mason jar, and wrote fake million dollar checks. She had a big heart and generous nature, always helping the underdog and giving to animal welfare and childrens charities. Linda is predeceased by two of her children, Marcy Jane OConnell and Daniel Thomas OConnell; she is survived by her daughters Lauren Jean OConnell and Susan Elizabeth (OConnell) Lamont, her grandson William Harrington, her friend and companion Ronald Howard, her sister Louise and brother-in-law Jack McQuade, her many nieces and nephews, cousins, as well as friends. Interment will be at St. Isidores Catholic Cemetery in Montgomery Ctr., Vermont in the spring at the familys convenience.

, age 86, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans with his family at his side. He was born, May 9, 1929 in Enosburgh, the son of the late Amedee & Oliva (Jutras) Plouff. Paul attended school in Enosburg and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1947 and on June 28, 1948 he married Hughlene Dena P. (McFarland) Plouff. Paul worked at Worthmore Grain Co. as a truck driver in Enosburg for a few years, then because he could speak French and was able to communicate with the French families in the area, he moved to Blouin Brothers Oil as a truck driver. From there, Paul worked at the Sheldon Pulp Mill for several years then started his own professional carpentry business. He specialized in remodeling kitchens and bathrooms and built several houses from the ground up for family members. In 1967 Paul bought the Haynes Monument Co. and renamed it Plouffs Monument Co. In 1973 he formed a partnership with his son and fully retired in 1988. Paul was a man who enjoyed being busy. In addition to working full time and having a young family, he refereed basketball games at night and umpired baseball games around the northern part of the state. His love of sports was a lifelong enjoyment. In high school Paul played basketball, baseball and football then he went on to play baseball in the Eastern Border League. Paul coached the Enosburg Little League Baseball Team and later in life he coached the Enosburg Falls High School Girls J.V. and Varsity Basketball Teams. Paul also coached the Boys J.V. and Varsity Baseball Teams and then went on to coach the Varsity Golf Team. He enjoyed the success of teaching young adults how to collaborate, how to become leaders and how to become the best individuals they could be. Paul absolutely loved working with the athletes he coached and he took his coaching positions very seriously assuming the role of mentor to many young adults. Paul built some strong bonds with the young people he coached and their families and he created lasting memories that carried him through the years. After retirement in 1988, Paul drove school bus for a few years, umpired baseball and softball games, continued coaching and enjoyed many days on the golf course in Enosburg. As he learned more about the Country Clubs needs, Paul became an integral part of the management team and the committee that expanded the Enosburg Country Club from a 9 hole course to an 18 hole course. In his spare time, Paul loved to spend time with his family and friends watching Red Sox Baseball games, playing golf, going hunting in Maine and going ice fishing. Paul will be remembered by many people as a kind, caring and loving man who was creative, talented and funny. He was always telling stories and making jokes and his charismatic personality drew people in quickly. Pauls character and integrity combined with his patience and understanding were gifts that he used right up until the day he died. He made many friends at Redstone Villa through his jokes and stories and his new found love of music. Pauls family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Redstone Villa for the loving and compassionate care provided to him during his illness. He is survived by his wife, Hughlene Dena Plouff of Sheldon; his children, Jean Plouff of St. Albans, Steven Plouff and his wife Sharon of Franklin, and Nancy Riley and her husband Glenn of Enosburgh; his grandchildren, Angie Cook and her husband Bob, Heather Lovelette and her husband Brad, Christopher Riley and his wife Kayleigh, Corey Riley, & Colton Riley; his great grandchildren, Kamden & MaKenna Lovelette, Abigail Riley, Paige Lytch and her husband, Tajon and his great great grandchild Xavier Cook; his sister, Mary Jane Gauthier of Jonesville; his brother, Homer Plouff of Delray Beach, FL; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Paul was predeceased by his sister, Mary Ann Breault; and his brothers, Loren, Romeo, Armand, Rosaire & Lucien Plouff. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 14th at 1:00 pm at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, January 13th from 5-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Pauls memory may be made to the VT Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Assoc. University of Vermont Medical Center, Dept. of Neurology, 1 South Prospect St. Burlington, VT 05401.

, age 49, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at the Gulfside Regional Hospice in Zephyrhills, FL with her family at her side. Lora was born in Burlington on January 29, 1966 the daughter of Duane & Elaine (Reginbal) Howard. Lora grew up in Enosburgh on the farm of her uncle & aunt, Ronnie & Marie Howard and was a 1984 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School. While raising her children she operated a day care from her home and sold vegetables from her roadside stand. Lora then worked as a cook at Ave Maria Community Care Home, Richford Elementary School and most recently at Richford High School. She also worked for NOTCH in Richford cooking for the Summer Day Camp Program and cleaning at the NOTCH facilities. Lora will be remembered as a hard worker who loved to cook, a very caring person who always put everyone else first and most of all as a loving mother. When she wasnt working or spending time with her children and family, she enjoyed going kayaking and traveling with Monica as well as doing crafts and working in her gardens She is survived by her children, Adam Whitney of Richford and his girlfriend Eve Hayes, and Nicole Whitney of Richford and her boyfriend John Nolan; her parents and their spouses, Elaine & John Pecor of Highgate and Duane & Betty Howard of Westford; her siblings, Scott Howard and his wife Sally of Highgate, Windy Minor of Alburgh, Stacey Howard of Milton, and John Morits of Highgate; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; the father of her children, Francis Whitney of Richford; her former mother-in-law, Barbara Whitney of Richford; and her former sisters & brother in-law, Judy Jacobs, Linda Whitney, Barbara Jean Whitney, Jackie Larivee, John Nutting & Jill Comes. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Richford First Baptist Church, 30 School Street, Richford. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls For those who wish, contributions in Loras memory may be made to American Cancer Society - Hope Lodge, 237 Eastern Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401-3412.

, Jr., 85, passed away on January 5, 2016 at the University of Vermont Medical Center, located in Burlington, Vermont. He was born in New Salem, MA, November 6, 1930, the son of Elsie (Carlson) and Wallace Godfrey, Sr. He graduated from New Salem Academy in 1949. It was at New Salem Academy where he met his future wife of 65 years, Violet Ann Carey. They were married on March 18, 1950. He was predeceased by his wife who died on December 7, 2015. Wallace leaves his sisters, Shirley Svetaka, New Salem, MA, Gloria Saben, Turners Falls, MA, Joyce Manning-Lawrence, St Petersburg Beach, FL, and Kathy Godfrey, New Salem, MA. He also leaves his brother-and-sister-in-laws Radcliffe and wife Gloria Carey, Smyrna, DE, Thomas and wife Becky Carey, New Salem, MA, Richard and wife Margaret Carey, Leverett, MA., and sister-in-law, Hilda Carey Williams, Moores Corner, MA. Wallace was predeceased by his parents, Elsie and Wallace Godfrey, Sr., brother, James Godfrey, mother and father-in-law, Vera (Wentworth) and Ralph Carey and brother-in-laws, Joseph Svetaka, Harold Saben, and Ralph (Sonny) Carey. Wallace leaves four children, whom he generously shared his wisdom with, selflessly supported, and mentored in any way that he possibly could, Valerie and husband, Winton Goodrich, Berlin, VT, Peter and wife Ruth Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, Tami Godfrey, Stowe, VT, and Luke and wife Amy Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, ex-wife Kim and husband Donnie Stebbins (Drew), Northfield, MA, and his long-time friend and hunting buddy, Frank Robert, Turners Falls, MA. Wallace leaves 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, Hilary and husband, Adam Black (Ellie, Leah and Cora), Brasstown, NC, Garrett and wife Gina Goodrich (Violet and Brady), Bakersfield, CA, Julie and husband, Rob Sweet (Grace), Swanton, VT, Keith and wife Kara Godfrey (Bailey), Montgomery Center, VT, Tyler and wife Lisa Godfrey (Emmalyn and Brantley), Northfield, MA, Rose and husband Josh Webber (Savannah and Ava), Orleans, VT, Craig Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, Colleen Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, Meaghan Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, Ashley Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, and Nicole Rifenburg-Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT. Wallace thoroughly enjoyed watching family members perform in dance recitals and athletic competitions; often becoming a vocal spectator. Wallace was employed by Harris Manufacturing, Orange, MA, 1950 - 1952. For 35 years, 1955 - 1990, he worked for the Boston and Maine Railroad/Guilford Transportation, repairing and putting derailed trains back on the tracks. Wallace served his country in the U. S. Army from 1952-1954. He was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. Wallace was always physically active. He was a tough competitor. As a young man, he played on basketball and baseball teams. In later years, he excelled in around the world basketball games, playing pool, horseshoes, badminton, and an occasional golf match. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, working his tractor in the woods, four-wheeling, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and camping with his family at Hermit Island, ME and the Outer Banks of NC. He was a diehard Boston Red Sox fan and faithful supporter of the New England Patriots. Wallace was an outstanding Pitch card player, enjoying many hours goading opponents and winning small amounts of cash. Wallace and Violet loved driving around the country, eventually visiting every U.S. state and Canadian province. Their journeys also included Hawaii, Alaska, and many Caribbean islands. Over the years, Wallace and Violet maintained homes in both North Leverett, MA and Montgomery Center, VT. Before moving permanently to Montgomery Center in 1990, following joint work retirements, the couple commuted every weekend to Vermont. For a decade, both worked in the woods to help the family establish a large-scale maple sugaring operation. Wallace was known by many names: Wally, Bud, Buddy, Gator, and probably some that shouldnt be published. He was generous, hard-working, and opinionated. But most of all, he was loyal. Wallace steadfastly supported his wife, Violet, as she valiantly fought the ever-increasing challenges of Alzheimers disease for nearly a decade. His loyalty ensured that Violet could remain at home throughout her long and difficult journey. Wallace could be seen, daily, driving around the back roads of Vermont with Violet at his side. Violet thoroughly enjoyed going for rides and Wallace faithfully spent many hours providing her with this simple pleasure. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. The family will hold a private graveside service at an undetermined date in the future. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, www.fchha.org, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vermont 05478, or the Alzheimers Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, age 69 passed away January 2,2016 at his home in Montgomery with family and friends by his side. He leaves the love of his life Jean 47 years married. Son William (Willy Jr.) Trautner and his wife Alice; daughter Cynthia Trautner; five grandchildren and one great granddaughter. William retired from the Middletown Station on River Road, Middletown, CT. Moved to Montgomery to the home he built. William was cremated and had private ceremony with military honors. Donations may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the family.

, age 82, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at his home in Franklin. He was born in Frelighsburg, Quebec on November 6, 1933 to the late Leonard & Helen (Hamelin) Godin. Gabriels life consisted of many skills and talents to include: working on his fathers farm and delivering Apples to suppliers when he was living in Canada. After he moved to the states he continued working for several farmers before farming for himself. He was a member of the Berkshire Volunteer Fire Dept. For over 20 years he sold firewood, he also produced maple syrup and trucked feed & supplies for several local farmers. In the 1980s Gabriel and Flaurette started a business called Little Peoples World in which they manufactured doll furniture and other wood products; they enjoyed traveling around the craft show circuits and working Santas Caravan for over 20 years. In Gabriels younger years he loved to play hockey, and as an adult his hobbies included hunting, snowmobiling and ice fishing with his friends Arthur and Laurie Bugbee. His biggest enjoyment was playing with his grandchildren and great grandchildren; especially giving them rides on Jazzy his red scooter. Gabriel was always willing to help others and his family was a very important part of his life. He is survived by his wife Flaurette, who was a very important part of his life for almost 60 years; their children, Monique Godin of Franklin and her daughter Gabrielle and partner Mazner, Mark Sr. and his wife Maria (Nazario) of Berkshire, their children Christina, Mark Jr. and Melanie, Colette Montgomery and her husband Glenn of Fairfield and their children Kerry her fianc Tom, and Chad, Norman Godin and partner Susan Wilson of Berkshire and their children Kitty and Lee and his wife Nicole (Loiselle), Denis Godin his wife Donna (Bartsch) of Essex and his Children Nathan and Andrea; great grandchildren, Teah, Justice, Arianna, Mazrielle, Lyric, Liberty, Montana, Marcel Jr., Syrus, Colton and Lauretta; his siblings, Marius & Hugette Godin, Robert & Lise Godin, Yolande Godin, Jeannette & Claude Raymond, Cecile Allaire, Desneige & Gerald Millette, Jacinthe & Fred Guilbeault, Marielle Godin and Germaine Godin all of Quebec; sisters-in-law, Marthe Godin of Quebec, Doris Laroche of St. Albans and Rosanna Paquette of Swanton and several nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Gabriel was predeceased by a brother, Andre Godin; his sisters, Lorraine Lariviere and Danielle Lariviere and brothers-in-law, Claude Montagne, Normand Allaire, Clement Laroche and Maurice Paquette. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home. 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery in Richford. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the hour of the service. For those who wish, contributions in Gabriels memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or Franklin Homestead, Resident Activity Fund, 114 Homestead Dr., Franklin, VT 05457.

, age 88, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford after a brief illness. He was born May 15, 1927 in St. Theodore DActon, Quebec to the late Omer & Yvonne (Dion) Desautels. Jean attended school in St. Theodore DActon, Quebec. He married Noella Fontaine on October 2, 1948. Jean and Noella made their home in Richford where they farmed and raised their boys. They were devoted members of All Saints Catholic Church. He had a love for working in the woods and carpentry. Jean worked at Blue Seal for 37 years until his retirement in 1990. During those 37 years, Jean and Noella also owned and operated various business. From the local tavern to a snowmobile shop. He had an extreme talent when it came to metal fabrication; he made the star that shines at Blue Seal during the holidays. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Noella (Fontaine) Desautels of Richford; his children and their spouses, Paul and Christine Desautels of Grayson, GA and Claude Desautels and his partner Shana Emch of Richford; his grandchildren, Lauren and Katelyn Desautels of Johnson, Josh Demar of Hyde Park and their mother Jodi Tomasi of Johnson and Emma & Sophia Desautels of Richford; his brothers, Gilles Desautels of Richford and Laurent Desautels of Waco, TX, his sisters, Germaine Provost and her husband George of St. Theodore DActon, Que. and Jacqueline Favreau and her husband Gilles of Sutton, Que. and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Jean was predeceased by his siblings, Laurentia & Laurette Courtemanche, Lucienne Dion, Yvette LaRocque and Marcel, Andre, Albert, Leo, Germain & Florian Desautels. Visitation will be Friday, January 8, 2016 from 6-9 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 10 AM at All Saints Catholic Church in Richford with Fr. Karl Hahr officiating. Interment will follow in All Saints Catholic Cemetery in Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Jeans memory may be made to All Saints Catholic Church, 152 Main St., Richford, VT 05476.

, age 83, wife of Kenneth Bud Wells, passed away at her home on Monday, December 28, 2015 with her loving family at her side. Janet was born September 8, 1932 in Fairfield the daughter of the late, Dell & Lela (Derosia) Montgomery. Janet was a 1951 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School and always looked forward to attending her class reunions. Her working career started at Fondas in St. Albans for 10 years before taking a break to raise her family. She then worked at Softlite in Swanton for a few years before working at I.B.M. in Essex for 12 years retiring in 1996. Janet loved to play BINGO at the Sheldon Casino and the Owls Club in St. Albans. She also enjoyed working in her vegetable, flower and Rock gardens, listening to country music, riding her bicycle on the Rail Trail everyday with Bud, dancing with Bud and following the Allard Brothers Band wherever they were playing, going to Sunday Breakfasts with friends at the Country Pantry in Fairfax, and taking photos as well as creating many family photo albums. Family was very important to Janet and she cherished the time spent with them whether it was going to lunch with her sisters or helping take care of her grandchildren. Since May of this year Janet and Bud have made their home with their daughter Terri and her children which gave her the opportunity to be a significant part of their lives. Janet is survived by her husband, Bud Wells of Enosburg Falls. Janet & Bud were married August 9, 1950. She is also survived by her children, Larry Wells of Enosburg Falls, Valerie Lehoullier and her husband Maurice of Swanton, Donna Reed and her husband George of Cumming, GA, Lauri Paradis of St. Albans, and Terri Wells of Enosburg Falls; her grandchildren, Travis, Elena, Tim, Tony, Pam, Jodi, Kylee, Cortney, Danielle, Alicia, Kenny, Erynne, Brandyn, Makenna & Cayla; numerous great grandchildren; her sister, Jackie McDonald of Franklin, NH; her in-laws, Corrine Wanzer of Enosburg Falls, Harold Neil Wells and his wife Jackie of Mallets Bay, and Philip Wells of Enosburg Falls; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Janet was predeceased by her grandson, Ricky Reed; her brothers, Oakley, Wayne, Philip, Wendell, Alton, Merriman, Frederick and Robert Montgomery; her sisters, Beatha Ploof, Bernice Montgomery, Phyllis Robarge, Vera Emch, Ruth Randall and Betty Neveau; and her sister-in-law, Janice Montgomery. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 1, 2016 at 3:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will be next spring in the Sheldon Village Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00 PM until the hour of the funeral. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Janets memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.

, age 78, passed away Friday, December 25, 2015 with her family at her side at the home of her niece, Lori Thompson with whom she made her home during her illness. She was born in St. Albans on July 23, 1937 the daughter of the late, George & Viola (Cross) Levick. Shelby was a resident of Berkshire most of her life and was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Enosburg Falls. She worked as a clerk at Jewett store in Berkshire Center, cleaned houses with Lucille Lothian and worked in the Hot Lunch Program at the Franklin Elementary School. She loved playing Yatzee and enjoyed bowling in the Dairy Center leagues. She was also active in assisting Bernard with the Boy Scouts. Shelby was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and thoroughly loved the time spent with her family. She is survived by her children, David Wetherby of Berkshire and Peter Wetherby of Richford; her daughter-in-law, Kathy Wetherby of Hyde Park; her grandchildren, Jason Wetherby and his wife Deidra, Heather Barton and her husband Robert, Dustin Wetherby and his girlfriend Chelsea Gilbert & Glen Wetherby; her great grandchildren, Scarlet, Isabella, Keelie, Kaelynn & Kylah; her sister, Carla Nichols of Cassville, MO; her brother-in-law, Cecil Wetherby and his wife Hilda of Highgate; several nieces and nephews including a very special niece Lori Thompson and her husband Lester Tom of Franklin. Besides her parents, Shelby was predeceased by her husband, Bernard Wetherby; daughter, Linda Wetherby; brother, Edwin Pete Levick and his wife Eleanor; and 2 sisters, Peggy Lontine & Edna Britch. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, December 30, 2015 from 6-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in the St. Louis Cemetery in Highgate Center. For those who wish, contributions in Shelbys memory may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency - Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.

, age 63, passed away Friday December 25, 2015 at the Birchwood Terrace Nursing Home in Burlington. She was born in Richford on June 12, 1952 the daughter of the late Theophile & Ruth (Rushford) Juaire. Pauline attended the Brandon Training School and took part in the Rutland Community Access Program. She enjoyed listening to old time country music and going for car rides, especially in the Red Convertible. For the past 25 years, Pauline made her home with her sister, Theresa in Proctor. She is survived by her siblings, Bernadette Hope and her husband Ken of Swanton, Joseph Juaire of Pawlett, Theresa Steady of Proctor, Noella Rock of Wells River, Gary Juaire and his wife Carol of Deland, FL, and Deb Hare of Ware, MA; many nieces and nephews including her special nieces, Stacey, Robin, Paulette, SueEllen & Cathy. A time of visitation will be held Saturday, January 2, 2015 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM with a prayer service being held at 2:00 PM at the funeral Home. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery in Richford. For those who wish, contributions in Paulines memory may be made to the Special Olympics Vermont, 16 Gregory Drive, Suite 2, South Burlington, VT 05403-6015.

, age 87, passed away, Thursday evening December 24, 2015 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans surrounded by her family. She was born June 8, 1928 in Franklin the daughter of the late Thomas & Della (Wright) Tatro. Dorothy was a resident of Sheldon most of her life and worked out of her home as a seamstress for many years. She was involved in many activities including 8/40 meetings, and the American Legion Auxiliary Sheldon Post #88. She also looked forward to her outings with the Birthday Girls . She enjoyed visiting her friends that were camping and always arrived with the marshmallows to roast, shopping (Dollar Store & Christmas Tree Shops), going out to eat, spending time with her wonderful neighbors and most importantly she loved to visit with her family who affectionately called her Grandma Dort. In her younger years she enjoyed deep sea fishing in Maine. She is survived by her husband Richard Ovitt of Sheldon. Dorothy & Richard were married on February 6, 1971. She is also survived by her children and their spouses, Brian & Cathy Danyow of Sheldon, Steven & Judy Danyow of Franklin and Karen & Richard Sweet of Sheldon; her grandchildren, Shirley Lunna her husband Deric of Sheldon and their children, Isaac, Isaiah, Callia, Bonni & Quentin, Sara Rutanhira her boyfriend Nick of Sheldon and their children, Nyasha, Storm & Echo, Jed Danyow his fianc Amanda King of Rutland and their children, Adelynn & Cadence, Amanda Hart her boyfriend Jason Kennison of Franklin and their children, Theresa, Erika & Charles, Jessie Danyow his wife Arielle of Sheldon and their children, Devyen & Brittany, Luke Danyow his wife Jennifer of Sheldon and their children, Brian, Donovan & Timothy, Otis Danyow and his daughter Breanna of Sheldon, John Danyow of Franklin and Renee Danyow of Franklin; her brother, John Tatro of Sheldon; her brother-in-law, Wesley Ovitt and his wife Maxine of Sheldon; and her sister-in-law, Shirley King and her partner Mary Frye of North Carolina; many nieces and nephews; and her faithful pets, Dog, Midget and Cat, Patches. Besides her parents, Dorothy was predeceased by her sister, Margaret Hendrick. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 7-9 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls For those who wish, contributions in Dorothys memory may be made to Franklin County Humane Society, 30 Sunset Meadows, St. Albans, VT 05478.

, age 70, passed away Wednesday afternoon December 23, 2015 at the St. Albans Healthcare & Rehab Facility with her family at her side. She was born September 12, 1945 in Burlington the daughter of the late Peter & Mary (Doody) Lawyea Beverly had co-owned & operated Northeast Traders in St. Albans for several years where she sold crafts focusing on making Indian Jewelry which had special meaning from her Mohawk & Abnaki heritage. She also had a love of all animals. Beverly enjoyed the time spent and friendships that she made while attending Care Partners in St. Albans. Most of all she loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Beverly was and extremely loving mother to all of her children, which she would have given the shirt off her back to help them anytime. She was also devoted and loving to her husband Robert, whom she was with for many years. Robert was a huge part of Beverlys life, they meant the world to one another. She is survived by her husband, Robert Sweeney Sr. of Enosburg Falls; her children; Step-Son, Brian Newell and his wife Pam, daughter, Beverly Baranik and her husband Jeff, son, Erwin Rockwell, daughter, Mary Rockwell and her fianc Kevin Savoie, daughter, Patricia Severance, daughter, Angela Kulengosky and her husband Mark, step-son, Robert Sweeney Jr. and his wife Linda, daughter, Jeneen Therrien and husband Kyle, and son, Christopher Sweeney; her grandchildren, Gage, Chance, Mikie, Kenny, Lance, Tabitha, Katie, Justin, Michelle, Elizabeth, Kristin, Kirsten, Kayla, Dakota, AJ, Trinity & Damian; many great grandchildren; her grand-dogs, Max, Ozzie & Pixie; several nieces and nephews; and many friends at Care Partners and St. Albans Health & Rehab especially Gloria Churchill. Besides her parents, Beverly was predeceased by her step-father, Charles McEachern; and her siblings, Ernest, Erwin & Patricia. In keeping with Beverlys wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no memorial service or visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Beverlys memory may be made to Care Partners, 34 Franklin Park West, St. Albans, VT 05478.

, age 62, passed on to her new life on December 23rd, 2015, at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT, with her brother and sister-in-law, Tennyson and Joy, at her side. Linda was born on November 8th, 1953, the eldest child of the late Holden and Laura Doane of Bakersfield. Linda loved her family, enjoyed young children, was interested in medicine and fascinated with machines, tools, computers and technology. She was involved in all of these varied interests at different points in her life. She completed a B.A. in Nursing at University of Vermont in 1975, and worked caring for children during the summers to support herself. Linda began her nursing career in Florida, later completing her RN at Texas Womens University in Dallas, and continued work as a nurse for several years. Linda attended the State University of New York Polytechnic Institute in Utica, NY, completing a degree in computer programming. She used this combination of expertise to work for companies that wrote programs for medical applications in Albany, NY, and Dedham, MA, among others. In later years, Linda wanted to be closer to family and moved back to Vermont. She worked at IBM in Burlington for over 10 years while living near her parents and brother and his family in Bakersfield. She cared very deeply for her family, including her nieces and nephews and their children and enjoyed being near them as they grew up. While in Bakersfield, she also became a member of the Bakersfield and Fairfield United Church and the Franklin United Church. Linda cared for her father, Holden, for the last few years of his life"a truly loving and devoted daughter"bringing to bear much of the nursing expertise she had gained so many years before. In turn, she was blessed by, and so appreciative of the generous and kind care given to her in her illness by family and friends. Linda is survived by three siblings"Martha Cooper and her husband Reid of Providence, RI; Tennyson Doane II and his wife Joy of Bakersfield, VT; and Perry Doane and his wife Rebekah of Decatur, IN"and their children and grandchildren: Tennyson Doane III, his wife Jennie and two daughters, Adaleigh and Brooke of Syracuse, NY; Matthew Cooper, his wife Jessie, and children Eleanore and Albert of Luoyang, China; Catherine Cooper of Vancouver, BC; Cameron Doane and his wife Emily of Woodbridge, VA; Caeyln Doane of Bakersfield, VT; and Holden and Rebekah Doane of Decatur, IN. She is also survived by her uncles and aunts: Harrison Doane of Bakersfield, Cartlon and Phyllis Doane of Canton, NY, Waynona Brown of Champaign, IL, and Patte Richards of Traverse City, MI; as well as numerous cousins including Marie Doane of Morrisville, VT who was especially attentive to Linda in her last months. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 6 at 11 AM at Bakersfield United Church. Visiting hours will be held January 5 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT. Interment will take place this June in Maple Grove Cemetery in Bakersfield. Gifts in Linda's name made be made to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 who cared so faithfully for Linda and assured her last hours were as comfortable as possible, and to Heifer International, which Linda greatly supported.

, age 74, died Wednesday morning, Dec. 16, 2015 at his home in Berkshire. He was born in Dolgelley, Wales, UK. on March 3, 1941, the son of the late John & Morfudd (Jones) Jones. Huw left home at 15 to go to London as a carpenter's apprentice to the firm of Mayfield Limited, a joinery firm with a Royal Warrant "By Appointment to Her Majesty, the Queen", where he learned his trade as a master carpenter/joiner. He returned to Machynlleth, Wales where he owned his own construction business. Huw was very Welsh proud. He loved to tell stories about being a member of the Welsh Republican Army, removing signs in English by the dark of night. He was one of the few members who was not rounded up and detained in gaol (to prevent any troublemaking) during the investiture of "Charlie" at Carenarvon Castle. Huw came to the United States in 1978 by way of Painesville and Chardon, Ohio where he became known as the Crazy Welsh Carpenter . He worked as a self-employed furniture builder and carpenter. Huw was proud of his skill as a cabinetmaker and loved "wow"ing his customers with his modern designs and custom detailed craftsmanship. Huw and family moved to Vermont in 1993. He worked at Wright & Morrissey as a laborer, carpenter and superintendent, working on many local projects including the renovation of Richford High School, of which he was most pleased to be a part. He also worked for Meach Cove Trust in Shelburne, where he was very happy to use his many talents as a part of the team there. Huw loved his canine companions - from Whiskey, a corgi from his childhood to Bella who visited him in the hospital and nursing home and spent many hours at his bedside at home. In between he had Woofer (Woofer the Woof, the bad ass dog from the north country). Wink and Elmer, who shared his path. But his best buddy and inseparable companion was Guinness, the most awesome dog ever. Huw's family would like to thank all of the many people who have helped them take such good care of Huw in the 12 years since his stroke, especially those from Franklin County Home Health, who have done everything they could possible imagine to make his life quality the best possible. They have all been very good at thinking out of the box for this client who was sometimes like a "square peg" who just didn\u0027t fit into the "round hole" of traditional care patterns! He was the proud father of Alice Gwenno Dyfi and John Huw and loving partner of 35 years to Susan. He is also survived by his, daughter Petra Evans and family, brother Idris and family, both of Machynlleth, Wales. People are crazy and times are strange - Bob Dylan Through the gates of death we may view a better world -Welsh proverb The family would welcome your stories about Jones and any photos of his work. Please respect the privacy of the folks who agree to share their photos to this page. A celebration of Jones' life is planned for summer 2016.

, age 43, passed away on Friday evening, January 22, 2016 at her home with her loving family and friends at her side following a long hard battle with cancer. She was born in St. Albans on June 1, 1972 the daughter of Raymond & Kathleen (Dinsmore) Martin. Erina was a graduate of Richford High School class of 1991. Following high school she worked as a para educator at Richford High School and Sheldon Elementary School. Upon the birth of her children she became a stay at home Mom and then in 2009 she started working at Peerless Clothing until 2014 when her illness forced her to stop working. Erina enjoyed gardening, cooking, working and creating with her hands. She had a love for children and animals. She will be remembered as a person that strived to make everyone happy. She is survived by her children, Abraham & Amos Munch; her mother and her husband, Kathleen & Dale Inverson of Richford; her father and his wife, Raymond & Lauretta Martin of Richford; her soulmate, Ron Chaplin; her siblings and their spouses, Colleen & Clement Gervais & Shawn Gregoire all of Enosburg Falls, Raymond & Donna Sylva, John & Shannon Sylva & Robert & Shirley Sylva, and Nichole Martin and her boyfriend Jeremy Townsend all of Richford; her maternal grandmother, Lucille Dinsmore of East Ryegate; many nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles; and her faithful companions, Dog - Pepe and Cat - Callie. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will take place this spring in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday January 29th from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Erinas memory may be made to The University of Vermont Cancer Center, Office of Development, The Courtyard at Given - 1 South, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 05405.

, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at his home in Enosburgh. Ken spent most of his life in New Jersey, but loved spending time in Vermont. He married Jaye on October 10, 1964. In 1976 he founded Palmer Heating, which is now operated by his son Scott. Ken was multi-talented and his hobbies included enjoying the outdoors, playing the cello, playing Monday night pool and mainly spending time with his cherished family and friends. For the past several years Ken and Jaye lived full time in Vermont. He thoroughly enjoyed his time writing Just for the Record , which was his column in the local New Jersey paper. Ken was considered an expert in the heating profession; he would write articles for trade journals and also travel around the world for conferences. Ken volunteered for several organizations throughout his lifetime including secretary and treasurer for A.S.H.R.A.E., board member of the Montgomery Historical Society, president of the Vermont Volvo Club and committee member of the Wild & Scenic group of Vermont. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Jaye Secor of Enosburgh; 3 sons, Kenneth W. Secor and his partner Susan Hanley of Sag Harbor, NY, Scott Secor and his wife Tracy of Rahway, NJ and Peter Secor and his wife Samantha of Hillsborough, NJ; 6 grandchildren, Victoria, Ryan, Kimberly, Kyle, Sydney and Jordan all of New Jersey; a sister, Janis Smith of Tampa, FL; a brother, Brad Harn of Melbourne, FL and several nieces & nephews. Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by his son Timothy Secor in 2004.

, age 86, passed away Monday morning January 18, 2016 at The Villa in St. Albans. He was born July 6, 1929 in West Enosburgh in the family farm house that Arthur was currently living in, the son of the late Craig & Marion (Hoben) Ovitt. Arthur was a hardworking, lifelong dairy farmer who was a member of the St. Albans Co-Op and had received several milk quality awards during his career, retiring in 2013. He also had a love of working the land with his work horses. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou (Burleson) Ovitt of West Enosburgh. Arthur & Mary Lou were married January 31, 1951. He is also survived by his children, Gary Ovitt and his partner Daya Redman of St. Albans, Alan Ovitt and his wife Karen of Lakeland, FL, Brenda Ovitt of Jeffersonville, and John Ovitt and his wife Kathy of Franklin; his grandchildren, Susan Gancarcz and her husband Scott, Scott Ovitt and his wife Tracy, Chantel Ovitt and her partner Dylan Walters, Ryan Ovitt & Nikki Bushey and her husband Shawn; his great grandchildren, Kayla Ovitt, Madison Ovitt, Ella Gancarcz & Teagan Bushey; his sister-in-law, Ellen Jane Darling and her husband Ray of Lecanto, FL; many nieces, nephews, friends and his feline companion, Ralphy. Besides his parents, Arthur was predeceased by his siblings, Earl Ovitt, Kathryn Combs & Meredith Ovitt. A graveside service will be private and held in the spring in the Berkshire Center Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Arthurs memory may be made to The University of Vermont Cancer Center, Office of Development, The Courtyard at Given - 1 South, 89 Beaumont Ave, Burlington, VT 05405.

, age 83, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington. She was born in Franklin on February 3, 1932 to the late Gordon Messier and Freda (Clapper) Tatro. Shirley graduated from B.F.A. St. Albans class of 1950. She married the love of her life, Richard Cantell on February 14, 1953. Shirley loved spending time outdoors; her favorite hobbies were hunting, fishing, cross country skiing and spending time at camp on Fairfield Pond. She also had a passion for horseback riding. She loved her Morgan horse Josh . Shirley was a member of St. Anthonys Catholic Church in Sheldon Springs. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard Cantell of Sheldon Springs; 3 children, Cathy Longley and her partner Jack Medeiros, Kimberlee Spaulding and her husband Hubert all of Sheldon and Michael Cantell and his wife Victoria of Franklin; her grandchildren, Stacie Manchester and her partner Brad Bates, Pamela Callan and her husband Tom, Keith Spaulding, Kevin Spaulding and his partner Kim Ploof, Michelle Ogle and her husband Jerry and Miles Trudell and his wife Dana; 15 great grandchildren; 3 siblings, Jimmy Messier and his wife Greta of Sheldon Springs, Eunice Benham of St. Albans and Janet Harris of South Carolina and several nieces & nephews. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her step-father, Lynford Tatro. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthonys Catholic Church, Mill St., Sheldon Springs with Fr. Karl Hahr officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Shirleys memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Association, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to St. Anthonys Catholic Church, P.O. Box 563, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450.

, age 97, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016 at The Pines Nursing Home in Lyndonville. In keeping with Corinnes wishes there will be no obituary or funeral services. Burial will take place privately in the Richford Center Cemetery.

, age 34, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Vermont Respite House in Williston surrounded by his lifelong friends. Shawn was born on February 22, 1981 in St. Albans, the son of the late Jack & Maureen (Blanchard) Hennessey. Shawn worked for P.J.s Auto transporting cars. He was an avid collector of Legos and Hot Wheel cars. He was an exceptional artist and creator of anime cartoons. Shawn enjoyed shopping, playing video games, shooting guns and spending time with his family and friends. There are special family and friends in Shawns life who should be recognized and acknowledged; Ant Sheel who was a devoted Aunt spending countless hours as a caregiver, confidant and motivator, and shared many good times and laughs together; Cousin Donna who stood by Shawn during his illness, providing the love and support needed through good times and bad; Kathy & Dave Baker and Holly & John Crispell - for the countless hours you devoted in the care of Shawn and Tenshi. You have shown the true value of friendship; Bob Atherton for allowing Shawn to cross off riding in a helicopter from his bucket list. For always being the father figure in his life and always believing in Shawn; Bill Leedy, Chris Newett, Jesse DuRona & Chris Tefft who were lifelong friends and continually showed support throughout Shawns life; Shawn is survived by his Aunts and Uncles; several cousins including Travis & Spencer who spent many hours playing with Shawn through their childhood and Mike & Bill who were always available to Shawn. In accordance with Shawns wishes there will be no visiting hours or funeral. Should friends desire, gifts in Shawns memory may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

, 78, of Montgomery Ctr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Linda was born on September 14, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Thomas and Helen (Iversen) Doughten. The family moved to Long Island, New York where Linda attended Baldwin High School and later, the University of Vermont and a secretarial school in NYC. Linda was popular and stylish in her youth, as well as athletic. She excelled at many things, from waterskiing and horseback riding, to oil painting, piano, and dancing. She met Tom OConnell at UVM and they were married in July 1958. They had 4 children in a space of 5 years, but this didnt deter Linda from enjoying her beloved activities, such as skiing, swimming, and even fox hunting. The family moved many times, settling in northern Vermont in the 1970s. Linda developed her talents further and renovated several homes and even turned her interest to carpentry, creating fantastic built-in bookshelves from floor to ceiling in numerous rooms. More and more bookshelves were always needed as she had a great love of the classics and collected books of all types and subjects. Linda worked for various employers over the next decades, including Jay Peak, Inc., The Montgomery Schoolhouse, and United Aerospace Metals. She had a truly great work ethic and professional manner which she will always be remembered for. Life in Northern Vermont meant new forms of fun, and Linda joined a womens softball league and made many friends during those years. She also loved quietly canoeing on the secret ponds and stunningly beautiful rivers in the area. There is no doubt that Linda was quirky, and she will be remembered with a chuckle by many people. She nearly always wore sunglasses, carried a cup of coffee in a Mason jar, and wrote fake million dollar checks. She had a big heart and generous nature, always helping the underdog and giving to animal welfare and childrens charities. Linda is predeceased by two of her children, Marcy Jane OConnell and Daniel Thomas OConnell; she is survived by her daughters Lauren Jean OConnell and Susan Elizabeth (OConnell) Lamont, her grandson William Harrington, her friend and companion Ronald Howard, her sister Louise and brother-in-law Jack McQuade, her many nieces and nephews, cousins, as well as friends. Interment will be at St. Isidores Catholic Cemetery in Montgomery Ctr., Vermont in the spring at the familys convenience.

, age 86, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans with his family at his side. He was born, May 9, 1929 in Enosburgh, the son of the late Amedee & Oliva (Jutras) Plouff. Paul attended school in Enosburg and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1947 and on June 28, 1948 he married Hughlene Dena P. (McFarland) Plouff. Paul worked at Worthmore Grain Co. as a truck driver in Enosburg for a few years, then because he could speak French and was able to communicate with the French families in the area, he moved to Blouin Brothers Oil as a truck driver. From there, Paul worked at the Sheldon Pulp Mill for several years then started his own professional carpentry business. He specialized in remodeling kitchens and bathrooms and built several houses from the ground up for family members. In 1967 Paul bought the Haynes Monument Co. and renamed it Plouffs Monument Co. In 1973 he formed a partnership with his son and fully retired in 1988. Paul was a man who enjoyed being busy. In addition to working full time and having a young family, he refereed basketball games at night and umpired baseball games around the northern part of the state. His love of sports was a lifelong enjoyment. In high school Paul played basketball, baseball and football then he went on to play baseball in the Eastern Border League. Paul coached the Enosburg Little League Baseball Team and later in life he coached the Enosburg Falls High School Girls J.V. and Varsity Basketball Teams. Paul also coached the Boys J.V. and Varsity Baseball Teams and then went on to coach the Varsity Golf Team. He enjoyed the success of teaching young adults how to collaborate, how to become leaders and how to become the best individuals they could be. Paul absolutely loved working with the athletes he coached and he took his coaching positions very seriously assuming the role of mentor to many young adults. Paul built some strong bonds with the young people he coached and their families and he created lasting memories that carried him through the years. After retirement in 1988, Paul drove school bus for a few years, umpired baseball and softball games, continued coaching and enjoyed many days on the golf course in Enosburg. As he learned more about the Country Clubs needs, Paul became an integral part of the management team and the committee that expanded the Enosburg Country Club from a 9 hole course to an 18 hole course. In his spare time, Paul loved to spend time with his family and friends watching Red Sox Baseball games, playing golf, going hunting in Maine and going ice fishing. Paul will be remembered by many people as a kind, caring and loving man who was creative, talented and funny. He was always telling stories and making jokes and his charismatic personality drew people in quickly. Pauls character and integrity combined with his patience and understanding were gifts that he used right up until the day he died. He made many friends at Redstone Villa through his jokes and stories and his new found love of music. Pauls family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Redstone Villa for the loving and compassionate care provided to him during his illness. He is survived by his wife, Hughlene Dena Plouff of Sheldon; his children, Jean Plouff of St. Albans, Steven Plouff and his wife Sharon of Franklin, and Nancy Riley and her husband Glenn of Enosburgh; his grandchildren, Angie Cook and her husband Bob, Heather Lovelette and her husband Brad, Christopher Riley and his wife Kayleigh, Corey Riley, & Colton Riley; his great grandchildren, Kamden & MaKenna Lovelette, Abigail Riley, Paige Lytch and her husband, Tajon and his great great grandchild Xavier Cook; his sister, Mary Jane Gauthier of Jonesville; his brother, Homer Plouff of Delray Beach, FL; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Paul was predeceased by his sister, Mary Ann Breault; and his brothers, Loren, Romeo, Armand, Rosaire & Lucien Plouff. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 14th at 1:00 pm at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, January 13th from 5-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Pauls memory may be made to the VT Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Assoc. University of Vermont Medical Center, Dept. of Neurology, 1 South Prospect St. Burlington, VT 05401.

, age 49, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at the Gulfside Regional Hospice in Zephyrhills, FL with her family at her side. Lora was born in Burlington on January 29, 1966 the daughter of Duane & Elaine (Reginbal) Howard. Lora grew up in Enosburgh on the farm of her uncle & aunt, Ronnie & Marie Howard and was a 1984 graduate of Enosburg Falls High School. While raising her children she operated a day care from her home and sold vegetables from her roadside stand. Lora then worked as a cook at Ave Maria Community Care Home, Richford Elementary School and most recently at Richford High School. She also worked for NOTCH in Richford cooking for the Summer Day Camp Program and cleaning at the NOTCH facilities. Lora will be remembered as a hard worker who loved to cook, a very caring person who always put everyone else first and most of all as a loving mother. When she wasnt working or spending time with her children and family, she enjoyed going kayaking and traveling with Monica as well as doing crafts and working in her gardens She is survived by her children, Adam Whitney of Richford and his girlfriend Eve Hayes, and Nicole Whitney of Richford and her boyfriend John Nolan; her parents and their spouses, Elaine & John Pecor of Highgate and Duane & Betty Howard of Westford; her siblings, Scott Howard and his wife Sally of Highgate, Windy Minor of Alburgh, Stacey Howard of Milton, and John Morits of Highgate; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; the father of her children, Francis Whitney of Richford; her former mother-in-law, Barbara Whitney of Richford; and her former sisters & brother in-law, Judy Jacobs, Linda Whitney, Barbara Jean Whitney, Jackie Larivee, John Nutting & Jill Comes. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Richford First Baptist Church, 30 School Street, Richford. Interment will follow in the Richford Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Friday from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls For those who wish, contributions in Loras memory may be made to American Cancer Society - Hope Lodge, 237 Eastern Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401-3412.

, 85, passed away on January 5, 2016 at the University of Vermont Medical Center, located in Burlington, Vermont. He was born in New Salem, MA, November 6, 1930, the son of Elsie (Carlson) and Wallace Godfrey, Sr. He graduated from New Salem Academy in 1949. It was at New Salem Academy where he met his future wife of 65 years, Violet Ann Carey. They were married on March 18, 1950. He was predeceased by his wife who died on December 7, 2015. Wallace leaves his sisters, Shirley Svetaka, New Salem, MA, Gloria Saben, Turners Falls, MA, Joyce Manning-Lawrence, St Petersburg Beach, FL, and Kathy Godfrey, New Salem, MA. He also leaves his brother-and-sister-in-laws Radcliffe and wife Gloria Carey, Smyrna, DE, Thomas and wife Becky Carey, New Salem, MA, Richard and wife Margaret Carey, Leverett, MA., and sister-in-law, Hilda Carey Williams, Moores Corner, MA. Wallace was predeceased by his parents, Elsie and Wallace Godfrey, Sr., brother, James Godfrey, mother and father-in-law, Vera (Wentworth) and Ralph Carey and brother-in-laws, Joseph Svetaka, Harold Saben, and Ralph (Sonny) Carey. Wallace leaves four children, whom he generously shared his wisdom with, selflessly supported, and mentored in any way that he possibly could, Valerie and husband, Winton Goodrich, Berlin, VT, Peter and wife Ruth Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, Tami Godfrey, Stowe, VT, and Luke and wife Amy Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, ex-wife Kim and husband Donnie Stebbins (Drew), Northfield, MA, and his long-time friend and hunting buddy, Frank Robert, Turners Falls, MA. Wallace leaves 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, Hilary and husband, Adam Black (Ellie, Leah and Cora), Brasstown, NC, Garrett and wife Gina Goodrich (Violet and Brady), Bakersfield, CA, Julie and husband, Rob Sweet (Grace), Swanton, VT, Keith and wife Kara Godfrey (Bailey), Montgomery Center, VT, Tyler and wife Lisa Godfrey (Emmalyn and Brantley), Northfield, MA, Rose and husband Josh Webber (Savannah and Ava), Orleans, VT, Craig Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT, Colleen Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, Meaghan Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, Ashley Godfrey McHugh, Stowe, VT, and Nicole Rifenburg-Godfrey, Montgomery Center, VT. Wallace thoroughly enjoyed watching family members perform in dance recitals and athletic competitions; often becoming a vocal spectator. Wallace was employed by Harris Manufacturing, Orange, MA, 1950 - 1952. For 35 years, 1955 - 1990, he worked for the Boston and Maine Railroad/Guilford Transportation, repairing and putting derailed trains back on the tracks. Wallace served his country in the U. S. Army from 1952-1954. He was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. Wallace was always physically active. He was a tough competitor. As a young man, he played on basketball and baseball teams. In later years, he excelled in around the world basketball games, playing pool, horseshoes, badminton, and an occasional golf match. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, working his tractor in the woods, four-wheeling, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and camping with his family at Hermit Island, ME and the Outer Banks of NC. He was a diehard Boston Red Sox fan and faithful supporter of the New England Patriots. Wallace was an outstanding Pitch card player, enjoying many hours goading opponents and winning small amounts of cash. Wallace and Violet loved driving around the country, eventually visiting every U.S. state and Canadian province. Their journeys also included Hawaii, Alaska, and many Caribbean islands. Over the years, Wallace and Violet maintained homes in both North Leverett, MA and Montgomery Center, VT. Before moving permanently to Montgomery Center in 1990, following joint work retirements, the couple commuted every weekend to Vermont. For a decade, both worked in the woods to help the family establish a large-scale maple sugaring operation. Wallace was known by many names: Wally, Bud, Buddy, Gator, and probably some that shouldnt be published. He was generous, hard-working, and opinionated. But most of all, he was loyal. Wallace steadfastly supported his wife, Violet, as she valiantly fought the ever-increasing challenges of Alzheimers disease for nearly a decade. His loyalty ensured that Violet could remain at home throughout her long and difficult journey. Wallace could be seen, daily, driving around the back roads of Vermont with Violet at his side. Violet thoroughly enjoyed going for rides and Wallace faithfully spent many hours providing her with this simple pleasure. There will be no calling hours or funeral service. The family will hold a private graveside service at an undetermined date in the future. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Franklin County Home Health Agency, www.fchha.org, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vermont 05478, or the Alzheimers Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, Vermont 05495.

, age 82, passed away Friday, March 4, 2016 at the Franklin County Rehabilitation Center in St. Albans. She was born December 25, 1933 in Houlton, Maine the daughter of the late Louis & Anna (DeMerchant) Cyr. Yvonne was raised and attended school in Houlton, Maine. She married Norman Lovelette June 3, 1952 and moved to Richford, VT where they lived for 7 years until they moved to Sheldon Springs where they raised their family and resided until 1986 when they moved back to Richford. When Norms health care needs increased in 1994 they moved to St. Albans to be closer to the Dialysis Unit. Yvonne worked as a nurses aide and owned and operated The Maples Community Care Home. She enjoyed spending many of her summers at camp on Fairfield Pond. She was a devoted mother and grandmother, loving each and everyone the same. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Phillip & Sandra Lovelette of Enosburg Falls, Timothy & Roxanne Lovelette of Bealeton, VA, Terry Lovelette and his partner Sherry King of St. Albans, John & Sarah Lovelette of St. Albans and Nancy & Dean Zottos of Epping, NH; 13 grandchildren, Chad Lovelette and his wife Shawna of Enosburg Falls, Brad Lovelette and his wife Heather of Sheldon, Amy Lovelette of Enosburg Falls, Rodney Burns and his wife Jennifer of Enosburgh, Andrea Kurth and her husband Mike and Genna Warren and her husband Josh all of Warrenton, VA, Adam Lovelette and his significant other Liza Desranleau of Swanton, Molly Lovelette and her husband James Williams of Westford, Shaun Lovelette and his wife Andrea of Swanton, Nico Zottos of Epping, NH and Hanna, Ben and Emma Lovelette all of St. Albans; 10 great grandchildren; her siblings, Ann Marie Jenkins of Houlton, ME, Janice Denise Lovelette and her husband Allen of Herman, ME, Edward L. Cyr and his wife Betty of Portland, ME and Leland J. Cyr of Houlton, ME and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Yvonne was predeceased by her husband Norman on March 10, 2002; her siblings, Madeline Reynolds, Betty Jenkins, Clarence Cyr, Phyllis Murphy, Earl Cyr and Margaret L. Parker and her siblings-in-law, Philip Jenkins, Donald Parker and Donna Cyr. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 14, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 241 Lake Street, St. Albans with Rev. Maurice Roy celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will take place later this spring in the Hillside Cemetery in Richford. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, March 13, 2016 from 4-7 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Yvonnes memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478 or to the Vermont Kidney Association, P.O. Box 244, Burlington, VT 05402-0244.

, age 92, widow of Arthur P. Larose, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at the Franklin County Rehab Facility in St. Albans after a long battle with Parkinson s disease. She was born March 16, 1923 in Fairfield the daughter of the late Euclide & Delia (Rancourt) Giroux Irene graduated from St. Marys High School in St. Albans in 1941 and married Arthur Larose on May 22, 1943 celebrating 50 years of marriage in 1993. Irene devoted her life to raising her family. She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed writing poems. Her family and friends were fortunate to have received many of her poems written especially for them. Irene also wrote her autobiography for her family which they had published for her on her 80th birthday. After raising her family, Irene & Arthur spent 30 years in Florida but she always considered Vermont her home where she returned to spend her final years. Irene is survived by her sons and their wives, Philip & Ellen Larose, Alan & Terry Larose all of Deland, FL, Leonard & Kathy Larose, David & Diane Larose all of Franklin, and Robert & Sharon Larose of Enosburg Falls; her daughter and her husband, Anne & Andre Laroche of Franklin; 17 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren; her sisters, Rita Larose of Richford, Claire Shepard & Alicia Fredette both of St. Albans; her sisters & brothers-in-law, Henry & Velma Larose of Leominister, MA, Anita Mayhew of Richford, Remi Larose of Richford and Rosaire & Sharon Larose of Enosburg Falls; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Irene was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Larose in 1995; and her son, Mark Larose in 1966; her sisters, Annette Richards, Marge Luman & Gloria Walsh; her brother, Napoleon Bourgeois; her daughter-in-law, Mary Stone; and her sisters & brothers-in-law, Doris Bourgeois, Marie Larose, Gordon Luman, Herman Richards, Robert Walsh, Louis Shepard, Albert Larose, Ernest Larose, Gordon Mayhew & Paul Fredette. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 11, 2016 at 11:00 AM at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 Missisquoi Street, Enosburg Falls with Rev. Karl Hahr celebrating the Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Thursday March 10, 2016 from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Avenue, Enosburg Falls. For those who wish, contributions in Irenes memory may be made to American Parkinsons Disease Association, Vermont Chapter, P.O. Box 2191, South Burlington, VT 05407.

, age 58, passed away Monday morning, February 22, 2016 at the home of her caregiver in St. Albans. She was born in Bury, Quebec Canada on September 15, 1957 the daughter of the late, Lionel & Yvette (Rodrigue) Salois. In keeping with the familys wishes graveside services will be private and held this spring in the All Saints Cemetery in Richford.

, age 83, passed away Feb. 16, 2016 at home with her loving family by her side. Janet was born in Swanton on November 15th 1932. She was the daughter of the late Aldege Rocheleau and the late Emelia (Moreau) Rocheleau. She attended St. Annes Academy and she graduated in 1951. Janet then went on to graduate from The Mary Fletcher School of X-Ray Technology in 1953. Janet worked at St. Peters Hospital in Albany NY and later returned to Kerbs Hospital in St. Albans as head of the Radiology Department. While working at Kerbs, Janet met the man who would become her partner for life, Thomas Forsyth III. They were married at The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Swanton, in 1955. Janet and Tom owned and operated Forsyths Florist on Spring Street in Swanton for seven years. In 1973 Janets family moved to DeLand Florida where Janet went to work for the Volusia County School System as well as owning and managing several rental properties together with her husband. They lived in Florida for 23 years before they decided to once again call Swanton home. Janet is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, and her siblings Roland Rocheleau and wife Marie, Irene Casey wife of the late Kenneth Casey, Andre Rocheleau and wife Stella, Edna Casey and husband Mark, and Yvonne Fradet wife of the late Victor Fradet all of Florida. Brother in Law James and wife Cynthia and sister in law Eleanor and husband William Wood. Janet is also survived by her son Thomas IV and wife Brenda and their sons Thomas V and wife Wendy and their children Jenna, Thomas VI, Paisley and Ryder of Colorado; Joseph and his wife Heidi of Washington State; and Corporal Kenneth Forsyth USMC of California. Janet is also survived by her only daughter Sara and Saras son Jesse Forsyth. Janet is also survived by her son Timothy and wife Heather and their children Parker, Tyler and fiance Chelsea Ellis, Logan, Jake, Olivia, and granddaughter Aliah Ladue. Janet is also survived by many special nieces and nephews as well as very close friends, Lonney Grandchamp, and the St. Francis Family and many special friends. There will be no calling hours. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, February 27th 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 65 Canada St., Swanton. Father Luke P. Austin will be the celebrant and homilist. Father Thomas D. Nadeau will concelebrate. The Rite of Committal and Interment will take place at a later date in St. Marys Roman Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 55 Day Lane, Williston 05495.

, age 89, passed away Monday evening Feb.15, 2016 at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington. She was born in Zurich, Switzerland on April 1, 1926, the daughter of Werner and Pauline (Unrath) Holzgang. With her family,Trudy immigrated to Canada in 1938, coming across the Atlantic on the "Bremen", a German cruise ship making its last voyage before becoming a troop carrier in WWII. Upon completing her education, Trudy moved to Montreal. After working at the Dominion Bank, she became employed by Colonial Air Lines, where she met her husband, Robert "Bob". After a whirlwind courtship, they married on Jan. 17, 1947 and honeymooned in the Laurentians skiing. Initially, they settled on Long Island to start their family, before moving back to Quebec for a few years to be close to Trudy\u0027s family, then moved to Vermont where they resided for the rest of their lives. She worked briefly at Alexanders Drug Store and Grand Union, before working at Fonda Container for over twenty years, retiring in 1987 due to ill health. She bravely fought and beat stage IV ovarian cancer, she was an incredibly strong and determined woman. She, along with her husband, were longtime members of the St. Albans farmers market. Trudy was an accomplished gardener, knitter, and cook. She took great pleasure in sharing her skills with family and friends. Both at Fonda and the farmer\u0027s market, she made many lasting friendships. She will be greatly missed by her family. Trudy is survived by her children, Roberta Rocheleau of Spring Hill, Florida, Pauline Loiselle and husband Paul of Enosburg Falls, Harry Swoyer and wife Joyce of Highgate Springs; her grandchildren, Robert Swoyer and wife Casey, Christina Chase and husband Alexander, Michelle Douglas and husband Brian, Michael Loiselle and wife Jennifer, Justin Rocheleau and partner Courtney Hayes; her great-grandchildren, Olivia and Mason Chase, Andrew Douglas, Hannah and Devin Loiselle. Besides her parents, Trudy was predeceased by her husband, Robert, her grandson, Timothy, her brother, Werner Holzgang, and his wife, Doris. In keeping with Trudy\u0027s wishes, there will be no services or calling hours. Her family will have a celebration of her life in July. For those who wish, contributions may be made to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478

, age 96, passed away on Friday, February 12, 2016 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born in Richford on May 11, 1919 to the late William J. & Nellie M. (Broe) McCarty. Florence worked at several local businesses throughout her life, mainly as a cook or a waitress. She worked as a dietary clerk at Porter Medical Center in Middlebury for 10 years until she retired in 1984. After retirement Florence came back to Enosburg to spend her retirement with her family. Florence loved her family more than anything. She could name every child, grandchild, great grandchild and great great grandchild she had! She is survived by her son, Lloyd Stetson and his wife Carolyn of Enosburg Falls; daughter-in-law, Joanne Stetson of Enosburg Falls; son-in-law, Robert McAllister of Richford and step-daughter, Judy Towle of St. Albans. Her grandchildren, Timothy Stetson and his wife Kathy of Enosburg Falls, Tara Berry and her husband Roger of North Hartland, Traci Stetson of Enosburg Falls, Tanya Gervais and her husband Robert of Enosburgh, Tricia McFadden and her husband Albert of Franklin, Darlene Hull and her husband Jim of Enosburg Falls, Duane & Molly Stetson of North Stratford, NH, Dana Stetson and his wife Jennifer of Franklin, David McAllister and his wife Wilma of Richford and Daren McAllister and his fianc Lisa of Swanton. Her great grandchildren, David Stetson and his wife Christina, Daniel Stetson and his wife Kristieanna, Jason Berry and his wife Maegan, Michael Berry and his fianc Bianca, Jessica Derosia and her fianc Rob, Julie Kittell and her husband Caleb, Chad Gervais, Kraig, Karissa & Keirra McFadden, Tyler Hull, Katie Hull and her significant other Michael, Korie Stetson and her significant other Kaiser, Shelby Stetson and her significant other Josh, Zachary Stetson and his significant other Sarah, Isaiah, Taylor & Allison Stetson and Andrew McAllister and her great great grandchildren, Conner, Julieanna, Branden, Lucas, Troy, Chloe, Michael, Karlie & Kendall. Besides her parents, Florence was predeceased by a son, Gardner Stetson; a daughter, Carolyn McAllister; her first husband, Ralph Stetson; her second husband, Raymond Towle and her siblings, William, Howard, Raymond, Viola and Mabel. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Richford First Baptist Church, 33 School St., Richford officiated by Rev. Timothy Stetson, Florences grandson. Interment will be held in the South Franklin Cemetery, Towle Neighborhood Rd., Franklin. Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 am until the hour of the service. For those who wish, contributions in Florences memory may be made to Richford First Baptist Church, 33 School St., Richford, VT 05476.

, devoted and loving wife and mother, recently of Enosburg Falls, VT, died on February 9, 2016 surrounded by members of her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Dr. Robert W. Leipold. She is survived by her three sons, four granddaughters, and five greatgrandchildren: Son, William, and wife, Lynne, of Enosburg Falls, VT; granddaughter, Susan, and husband, Michael Johnson, and great-grandchildren, Mikayla and Justin, of Claremont, NH; and granddaughter, Laura Crawford, of Gastonia, NC; son, Robert, and wife, Patricia, of Wolfeboro Falls, NH; granddaughter, Jennifer, and husband, Terry Fisher, and great-grandchildren, Mackenna, Quincy and Devin, of Goffstown, NH; and granddaughter, Katherine Leipold, and fianc, Jay Warren, of Berwick, ME; and son, Thomas, and wife, Carol, of Catawissa, PA. Edna was born in Queens, NY on October 28, 1925 to George William and Mary Gladys Henstridge. She was raised in Bethel, PA with her older sister, Audrey, with whom she enjoyed a close lifelong relationship. Edna met her future husband while she was a civilian employee of the Army Signal Corps and she later worked at the former Schleissners Department Store in Harrisburg. The couple married on December 28, 1946. The Leipolds settled in McClure, Snyder County in 1950 where they raised their sons and the family members were active in the community. Edna was completely devoted to her family and she pursued her interests in cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, and oil painting. The Leipolds moved to Danville, Montour County in 1973 where Dr. Leipold was employed at Geisinger Medical Center. Following retirement, the couple spent many happy times at their cabin along Penns Creek near Weikert, Union County. The Leipolds enjoyed an active retirement as long as their health permitted. Throughout her life, Edna showered her family with love and encouragement, taking great interest in the various activities of all her kids and expressing her pride in their accomplishments. She was truly the heart of her extended family. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Meadows, 1 Pinnacle Meadows, Richford, VT 05476. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.