- 5/10/22-4/2/2016, Paul was born on May 10, 1922 in Newport to Carl and Winefred "Sabourin" Monfette. The family moved to Morgan after the flood of 1927 flooded them out of their home on the Glen Road in Newport. They settled on a 130-acre farm in Morgan where they farmed and logged the land. Between the loss of his mother when he was a youngster, and the struggles of surviving the great depression, Paul did not have an easy childhood, however he made the best of life. The struggles instilled within him a strong work ethic. He was a kind, practical man, but one who also understood the importance of helping others in need. After graduating the 8th grade from the Whitehill school in Morgan, Paul’s father moved the family to Hill street in Newport, a street where Paul spent most of the rest of his life. It was there he met Dot when she was about 13 or 14 and he was about 18. "Oh god, I thought he was the best looking thing" Dot said. "He was the best looking man I’d ever seen, but I wasn’t the only one that noticed that. Every other girl on the street was after him. All the girls liked him." The couple married on August 9, 1942, at the Baptist Church on East Main St. in Newport. Paul was 19 and Dot was 15. About a decade later they renewed their vows at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Church in Newport. Their marriage survived the odds, including a two-year separation when Paul was drafted into the Army to fight in World War II. Paul was assigned to the 36th Texas Army National Guard Infantry Division, eventually becoming a squad leader in Fox Company. On Feb, 3, 1945 he suffered life threatening wounds on the battle in France. Following a lengthy stay in a make shift hospital in Marseilles, France while still recovering from his wounds, he helped run a war front prisoner of war camp. He was later assigned to a special detail of American Soldiers whose mission was to assist the newly liberated prisoners----many of them Jews and other people the Nazi Regime considered undesirables---from a concentration camp called Dachau. He spent about three months at Dachau, including accompanying the military police into nearby Munich to interrogate what the locals knew about this devilish camp. In talking about his time at the camp, Paul was once quoted as saying; "I have seen things no man should have to see." When Paul returned home to his teenage bride in 1946, he still suffered from the wounds of war---physical wounds and mental wounds. Dot nursed him back to health with love and understanding. From witnessing the horrors of war, Paul became a man of peace who hated war. In war, Paul was a demolitions expert, blowing up bridges and buildings, but when he returned home, he used those same skills on the Canadian Pacific Railroad. One of his first tasks was to blow out the ledges along the tracks as part of the transition from the smoke-belching steam-powered locomotives to the wider, quieter diesel-powered ones. His physical wounds of war, including metal shrapnel throughout his body, forced him to retire from the railroad in 1982. Paul was one of the last surviving old-time railroad men. Although a very private man, especially when it came to his war years, in recent years Paul and Dot shared their story of love and war, and surviving 70 plus years of marriage. This was a five-part series written by Scott Wheeler in the Vermont’s Northland Journal. Dad was a real homebody. His favorite places in the world were the home he built in Newport and the camp in Sheffield. He took pride in Mom’s gorgeous flower gardens and would often sit on the deck or watch her through the living room window. Dad loved to have his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren come to the house to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or for no special reason. He took great pleasure and pride in making the little ones giggle and smile as he would tap his feet, clap his hands, and play peek-a-boo. He loved them all so deeply. Our Dad was a generous man. He always made sure that his family had food, clothing, a roof over their heads, and fuel to stay warm. It was a family joke that Dad would always make sure we ate and had socks on our feet to stay warm. During Dad’s early years, he loved to play cribbage and poker with his brothers and sisters in Morgan. Later, when he no longer could play, he began to buy lottery tickets. He loved to sit in his recliner and scratch those tickets, hoping for a winner! Amazingly, he often would win enough to buy a couple more and still have a few dollars in his pocket. Hunting at the camp in Sheffield with his sons in law, and nephews was something Dad looked forward to doing each season. He enjoyed being with the guys as he would rattle off one joke after another. Another passion Dad had was to watch his family play sports. Whether it was watching his girls play field hockey, or his grandchildren play baseball, he was in the stands cheering them on. He was a loyal follower of his son in law, Mo’s baseball team, the Rangers. He never missed a home game! Dad loved animals, but especially dogs. The family had many dogs through the years. When he no longer had a dog of his own, he was thrilled to have grand-dogs. Oh, how he loved to feed biscuits to Ruger. "Just one more," he would say, but keep feeding him. Dad was very patriotic and today we honor his memory and service to his family and country. We salute you, Dad! Rest in peace until we meet again… Paul was predeceased by his father Carl and mother Winefred "Sabourin" Monfette and by 11 siblings; Levi, Blanche, Cecelia, Pat, Joe, Albert, Alfred, Pete, Alice, Willis and Flora. Also by his special Granddaughter Jackie Simard and son’s in-law Lawrence Maxwell and Daryl Markum. He is survived by his loving wife Dot, daughters Shelia and husband Al, Paulette and husband Alvin, Sue and husband Mo, Jackie and Tammi. Surviving grandchildren Larry Maxwell, Jennifer Simard, Joe Simard, Jeff Markum, Barry Shelton, Sarah Soskin, Emily Soskin, Jonah Monfette and 14 great grandchildren. Calling hours are Thursday April 7th from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport where funeral services will be held on April 8th at 10:00 AM with the Reverend Leopold Bilodeau presiding. Spring interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery on May 10, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. with full military honors. We would like to thank the staff at the hospital who took such good care of Dad in the final hours. Also, the wonderful ladies who took care of him during the past year at home. We will never forget your kindness.

, 95, of Derby, VT, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2016 in Newport, VT. She was born on October 3, 1920 in Compton, Quebec to Odias and Marie (Masson) Audet. On October 12, 1957 she married Eugene Labrecque who predeceased her in 1986. She is survived by her sister Juliette Audet of Coaticook, Que and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Daniel Labrecque, and by her siblings: Rose Audet Trembley, Charles Audet, Hermance Audet and Lucienne Audet. Her hobbies included making crafts, gardening and traveling. Friends may call from 9:30-10:30 A.M. on Thursday April 7, 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 Thursday April 7, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Ronald Holland Dialysis Center, in care of North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Mary Wright Halo Fund, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT, 05855.

, 86, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2016 in Newport, VT. She was born on September 14, 1929 in West Burke, VT to Elmo and Florence (Bentley) Legacy. On June 7, 1947 she married Felix Chaput who predeceased her on November 7, 2007. In 1946 Ivah owned and operated a farm in Troy with her late husband Felix until 1972. At that time she operated the Poole Nursing Home in Barton until she retired in 1984. Her hobbies included sewing, working in her flower garden, reading and putting puzzles together. She is survived by her children: Lillian Vezina and her husband Charlie of Irasburg, VT, Laura Brown and her husband Leslie of Troy, VT, Felix Chaput, Jr and his wife Madeline of Derby Line, VT, Frank Chaput and his wife Sheila of North Troy, VT, Francis Chaput and his wife Debra of North Troy, VT, Loretta Leiblien and her husband Peter of Newport, VT, Marie Ingalls and her husband Mark of Irasburg, VT, and Jacqueline Eldred and her husband Michael of Coventry, VT, 44 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and by 2 great grandchildren and by her step brother Irving Morton of Temple Hills, Maryland. She was predeceased by an infant daughter Linda, by her brother Walter Legacy, her step mother Olive Legacy, two grandsons: Leslie J. Brown, Jr and Shawn F. Chaput, and an infant grandson Tyler Sanville. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday April 8, 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 Saturday April 9, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.

, 74, of Island Pond, VT passed away suddenly on April 4, 2016. Marya was born on September 19th, 1941 in Boston, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of Michael Curran and Elizabeth (Fenlan) Curran. Marya spent the first twenty years of her life in Medford, where upon her graduation from St. Joseph’s Catholic School she attended Boston College. In 1961, while working as a nurse at a summer camp on Job’s Pond in Newark, VT, she met Robert Wing. Robert and Marya married shortly afterwards and embarked in a military career that saw assignments in Germany, Virginia, Colorado and Maryland. After retirement, Marya, Robert and family moved back to Vermont, where Marya enjoyed a career as a social worker and as head of the Brighton Emergency Rescue Squad. Marya was a private, complex and loving person, who adored her children, and raised them to be self­sufficient and resourceful – and they adored her in return. She drew on a deep reservoir of strength to pull herself up during hard times, and she left this world as she lived her life – on her own terms, and in the deep embrace of her faith and her family. Marya prayed daily for the health and well being of her family; today we pray for her, and invite all who knew her to take a moment and do the same. Marya is survived by her husband Robert Guy Wing, and her children Jessica Puckett, Lisa Bean , Jenny Wing and Robert Wing Jr. Marya was the proud grandmother of Jarren and Josh Puckett, Katherine and Grace Ayers, and Zachery and Althea Tapley. She also delighted in her great ­grandchildren Emily Demers, Oliver Puckett, and Vivian Lacy. She was the mother-­in-­law to John Puckett, David Bean and Tyrell Lacy, and the former mother­-in-­law to Joseph Anthony Ayers and Peter Tapley. Marya is also survived by her brother, Mark Curran of Rochester, New York. As per Marya’s instructions, a small private funeral will be held in the summer. Afterwards, friends and family are invited to Marya’s beloved home on Turtle Hill to celebrate the life and honor the memory of a much loved mother, wife, and friend.

, 45, of Newport died suddenly on April 6, 2016 at his home in Newport. He was born on May 6, 1970, in Newport to Jim and Gail Lynch. He was the brother of Katy and Stephen Lynch, and the grandson of the late Lawrence and Margaret Dugan of New Hartford, NY, and the late Dr. James A. and Gertrude Lynch of New York City. He was also the half brother of Claudia Lynch and uncle to her son Nick Farfan of New York City. His family also included Nieves Madrid and Mia Bauman, partners of Katy and Stephen. His childhood years were spent in North Troy. Christopher had countless adventures with his wonderful friends from the Troy/Westfield area who remained close to his heart throughout his life. He graduated from North Country Union High School in 1988 and received his B.S. from Emerson College in Boston in 1992. Christopher spent three years in California before settling in the East Village of New York City where he lived for many years. He worked in movie distribution for Dreamworks SKG and also pursued his passion for music production. Christopher married Christina Gerber in 2003 and they welcomed a daughter, Frankie Lynch later that year. Christopher was happiest being with his "Little Bean." Calling hours were held on April 8 at Curtis Britch Funeral Home. A reception for family and friends was held the following day at The Derby Line Village Inn. Should friends desire, contributions in Christopher’s memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 71, of Orleans, VT passed away suddenly on April 9, 2016 in Newport. He was born on April 13, 1944 in Newport to Robert and Emma (Royer) Thomas. On May 16, 1987 he married Patricia Blair who survives him. Henry was a Veteran of the United States Army. Henry loved his children and grandchildren and he also loved to watch wrestling especially his son and grandson wrestle. He also enjoyed playing bingo. He was employed at Ethan Allen, Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, Jay Peak and Flagged. He was a member of the Orleans Fire Department and the Orleans American Legion Post 23. He is survived by his wife Patricia Thomas of Orleans, VT, by his children: by his son Henry Thomas, Jr and his wife Jennifer, by his daughter Crystal and her husband Faron Barret and by his son Robert Thomas. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Colton, Aiden and Wyatt. He is also survived by his brother Ron and his wife Mickie and family, by his brother Stanley Page and his wife Martiel and family, by his sister Madeline Stetson and her husband Gerald and family, his brother-in-law Bob Blair and his wife Sharon and family, Bruce Blair and partner George Copp, brothers-in-law Robert Norris, Durwood Todd, Jo-ann Peart and family, by his father-in-law Maurice Blair, SR and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Emma Thomas, sister Maxine Todd and his sister-in-law Rosemary Norris and by his mother-in-law Elizabeth Blair. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. on Wednesday April 13, 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 Thursday April 14, 2016 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Timothy Naples. Spring interment in St. Theresa’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of Albany, VT passed away on April 9th, 2016 at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT at the age of 68. He was born in East Fairfield, VT on July 17th, 1947. He was the son of Burton and Caroline (Lawyer) Hale. Mr. Hale served for the US Army as a part of the 173rd and 82nd Airborne (Two tours of front line duty in Vietnam) and later worked in Germany as a cryptanalyst for the National Security Agency (NSA). He married the love of his life and soulmate Ruth Soule Hale in 1968. He loved traveling with his wife, especially going for long rides on back roads. He enjoyed participating in the tractor pulls at the local fairs, especially if he beat his friends! He enjoyed his coffee club in Craftsbury, and spending time with his grandchildren was the highlight of his day. He loved to play tricks on them and try out his new jokes, especially on April Fool’s Day. He had an incredible sense of humor and he was always laughing, telling and playing jokes. He loved to spend his days tinkering and fixing things. He was always busy, and was never happy to just sit. He was also a fan of reading, especially Poetry. He also was a poet himself. We will miss his laugh so much. Stuart is survived by his four children: Stuart Hale and his wife Cathleen, Adam Hale and his girlfriend Susan, Carol Hale Rowell and her husband Tim, and Jason Hale and his girlfriend Sonya,7 Grandchildren: Gratia and Alora Rowell, Ramie and Courtney Hale, JJ and Zachary Hale, and Shania Hayes, and also by his siblings: Sister, Barbara Riley & husband Horace, Brother Richard & wife Georgette, Sister Carolyn Clark & husband Bob, brother Marvin & wife Sandy, brother Mark & his girlfriend Carrie, sister in law Terry Hale, brother in law David Ovitt. Predeceased By sister Brenda Wright, sister Cora Ovitt, and brother Burton A Hale. He was predeceased by his wife Ruth Hale in May 2014. A funeral service was held on Saturday April 16th, 2016 at the Albany Methodist Church in Albany, VT. Rev. Nathan Strong officiated the service. Mr. Hale was also presented with full military honors by the Vermont Army National Guard.

entered the Kingdom of Heaven on April 12, 2016, in Haverhill, MA, from complications due to ovarian cancer. Born on October 6, 1942, in New Rochelle, NY, to Robert W. Newfang and "Sunny" Gillett Johnson, Gail grew up in Mamaroneck, NY, and spent the summers at Lake Seymour, where her parents owned Fourway Lodge for over 30 years. Gail attended the Rye Neck schools and graduated from Wheaton Academy in Illinois, then from Wheaton College with a degree in Literature and Speech Communication. While attending Wheaton College, Gail met Duncan F. Kilmartin. A long distance courtship ensued as he attended Colgate University in NY, and they were married on June 20, 1964, in White Plains, NY, (on what was historically the hottest day of the year). While Duncan attended The University of Chicago Law School, Gail began her teaching career in Hazel Crest, IL. Upon his graduation Gail and Duncan moved to Brattleboro, VT, where Gail taught English at Bellows Falls High School and Duncan clerked for the Honorable Ernest Gibson, Jr., Chief Federal District Judge for Vermont. While in Brattleboro, she joined "The Little Theater" and played Cory Bratter in "Barefoot in the Park". From there, they settled in Newport, VT, as Duncan began practicing law with Paul Rexford, and together they were building their family. Gail’s deepest desire was to be a support and help to her family, whom she loved deeply, and to be an active contributor in the community of Newport, VT, where she spent most of her adult life. She succeeded on both of these fronts. She anchored the home front for her two daughters, while her husband worked as a lawyer in the community and as a State Representative in Vermont. She possessed an authentic kindness, compassion and commitment to others, as well as great creativity, resourcefulness and style, which were her trademark. She brought each of these gifts to every endeavor whether it was for her family, her friends or her community. Gail’s many involvements included: Deaconess of the Derby Community Church (formerly the United Church of Derby) for over 40 years; Sunday School Superintendent and Choir Director; Secretary of the Newport Women’s Club; member of the Hospital Auxiliary; volunteer for Girl Scouts; executive committee member of "The After Five" for over 20 years; Trustee of United Christian Academy for over 10 years; and as a junior high Language Arts teacher for over 24 years. She was appointed by Vermont Governor Jim Douglas to be a member of the Vermont State Hearing Panels for Professional Public Educators from 2007-2012. Throughout her life, Gail walked with her Heavenly Father and shared her faith in Jesus to her children and to many of those she served in the community. She cultivated precious and long- standing relationships – just as she consistently reached out to form new ones. During her illness, these friendships, old and new, were a source of encouragement and strength for Gail, and the family would like to express their deepest appreciation for those dear friends who rallied around her and her family during this difficult time. Over the last five years, Gail and Duncan have also greatly enjoyed their Florida home and deeply appreciated a new world of special friends and wonderful experiences. Of particular enjoyment for Gail were the times beautifully spent with her daughters, sons-in-law, and three grandchildren. Gail was the beloved wife of Duncan Kilmartin for nearly 52 years. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Courtney Gillett Kilmartin and husband Tom Williams; Sara Tyler and husband Ben Wyllie; her grandchildren, Cullen Duncan, Mora Gillett, and Kelsey Sara Wyllie; her sister and brother-in-law, Marcia Gillett and Dr. Glenn Koponen; and her nephews, Michael Kari and Brian Robert Koponen. Gail’s family also wishes to express their gratitude for the care she received at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute - as well as a special thanks to Paul Proulx, her gifted hospice nurse who became a trusted friend. Calling hours will be from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 10th, at the Derby Community Church, Main Street, Derby, Vermont. A Celebration of Gail’s Life will be held Saturday, June 11th at 1:00 p.m., at the Derby Community Church, Main St., Derby, VT. Interment will be at the Gillett family plot at Woodlawn Cemetery in New York City in June 2016. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Dana Farber Cancer Center, P. O. Box 849168 Boston, MA, 02284-9168 , United Christian Academy, 65 School Street, Newport, VT 05855 or the Derby Community Church, P. O. Box 294 Derby, Vt. 05829.

, 80, of St. Johnsbury, VT, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2016 in St. Johnsbury surrounded by his loving family. On October 4, 1953 he married Vernice Larabee who predeceased him. Mr. Goodwin was employed by French & Bean Company of St. Johnsbury and later as a truck driver for the State of Vermont Highway Department. He was a former member and 50 year member of the Meridian Sun Lodge F&AM # 20 in Craftsbury. His hobbies included maple sugaring, camping, and collecting toy trucks and tractors. He is survived by his children: Kathleen Sjolander and her husband Charlie of St. Johsnbury, VT, Koleen Jones and her husband Howard of Waterford, VT, Dennis Goodwin and his wife Laura of Waterford, VT, Jeff Goodwin and his wife Donna of St. Johnsbury, VT, and Randy Goodwin and his wife Sarah of Danville, VT, 9 grandchildren: Karen, Karl, Christy, Gregory, MaryJane, Steven, Casey, Nancy, Nathan, Brian, Aaron, and Logan, 13 great grandchildren, by his sister Leah Slicer of ST. Johnsbury, VT, and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his beloved pug "Sadie". Private graveside services will be held at the Craftsbury Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Johnsbury Fire Department for the Santa Fund, in care of the Passumpsic Savings Bank, P. O. Box 38, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 80, of Orleans, VT, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2016 in Newport with her loving family by her side. She was born on August 28, 1935 in St. Johnsbury to Arthur and Alice (Smith) Wells. She worked at Sanel Auto Parts delivering auto parts to area garages for many years until health issues forced her to retire at the young age of 75. She leaves behind two sons: Richard Cleveland and his wife Joanne of Orleans, VT, Mark Cleveland and his wife Jody of Barton, VT, and her daughter Gail Judd and her husband Winston of Holland, VT along with 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Her hobbies included bowling, playing cards, doing puzzles, going out to eat with family and friends, the candlepin being her favorite. She loved her family and their gatherings at the holidays. She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Alice Wells. Per her request there will be no calling hours nor funeral. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 80, of Morgan, VT, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2016 in Colchester, VT. He was born on April 12, 1936 in Westfield, VT to Ovila and Olivina (Meunier) Pion. On October 15, 1955 he married Annette Fontaine who survives him. Roger was a postal contractor for the United States Postal Service. He was lifetime member of Newport Elks Lodge # 2155. He enjoyed going hunting, sugaring, horses, tractor pulls, working in the woods, reading, spending winters in Florida with his wife, and going on cruises. He is survived by his wife Annette Pion of Morgan, VT, by his children: Lucy Neel of Holland, VT, Claire Paradis, and her husband Laurent Jr., of Lennoxville, Que, Michael Pion and his wife Dolores of Barton, VT, Carolyn Riley and her husband James of Colchester, VT, Roger Pion, Jr., and his wife Donna of Barton, VT, and Sally Carruthers and her husband David of Ogden, Que, by his grandchildren: Jessica Harris, Patrick Cannon, Chantal Paradis, Danielle Paradis, Pascale Paradis, Nathan Pion, Natalie Pion, Taylor Riley, Connor Riley, Mitchel Pion, and Derrick Carruthers, 6 great grandchildren, and by sister-in-laws: Shirley Pion of Newport Center, VT, Gilberte Pion of Lowell, VT, and Huguette Pion of Lowell, VT, and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by the following siblings: Rene, Raymond, Anselme, Roland and Raoul Pion, Jeannette Benoit, Marie Bourdeau, and Solange McAllister. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. on Thursday April 21, 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 Friday April 22, 2016 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Paul’s School, 54 Eastern Ave, Barton, VT 05822 or to the Visiting Nurse Association, Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties, 1110 Prim Road, # 1, Colchester, VT 05446.

, 77, of Derby, VT passed away in Barton, Vt on April 21, 2016. He was born on July 27, 1938 in Johnson, VT a son of Leo and Albertine (Cote) Brosseau. He was loved and respected by all of his family and anyone he met. During the last of his working years he worked for Paul Patenaude Construction as a skilled finish carpenter. He found great enjoyment in producing beautiful furniture pieces and wonderous toys in his woodworking shop. He loved fishing as well as golf, and visiting dairy farms. He was considered an expert horse shoe player. His carpentry skills were used many times in assisting family with their building projects. Robert married his wife Myrna Basford in 1960 and she predeceased him in April of 2010. He is survived by his children Robert Jr., Theresa Quinlan and husband Daniel, Deborah Messier and husband Shawn, Joseph Brosseau, Andre Brosseau and companion Tammy Huntington, as well as step children Candace Patenaude and husband Paul, Wendy Hamelin and husband John, Scott Gray, and Angie Gray wife of Ellis Gray, 25 Grandchildren, and 4 Great Grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers Guy and wife Mona, Paul and wife Nicole, Norman and wife Aline; sisters Georgette Greaves, Lucille Royer and husband Raymond, Denise Dewing, Susan Aste and husband Forrest, John Greaves husband of sister Claire, and Claire Brosseau wife of brother John. He was predeceased by brothers John and Lawrence, and by sisters Mary Strong and Claire Greaves. Funeral services will be held at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans, VT on Saturday April 30, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Leo Bilodeau officiating a Mass of Christian Burial. Should family or friends desire to make contributions in his memory, they may do so to Special Olympics of VT, 16 Gregory Dr., #2, South Burlington, VT 05403, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Road, 2nd Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814, or Area Agency on Aging, 59 Waterfront Plaza #14, Newport, VT 05855.

, 91, of Barton, passed away comfortably at her home in Barton on Friday, April 22nd, 2016. She was born on October 24th, 1924 in Woburn, MA. She was the daughter of the late John and Floretta (Devine) Hamilton. She married Donald Q. Clapp, Sr. who predeceased her. She was employed at Hamilton Standard in CT where they made propellers for military planes during World War II. Evelyn was a member of Tuan-Ti Christmas Club, Barton Auxiliary of the American Legion, and a member of the choir for the Barton United Church. She was also a volunteer secretary for the Barton Library. She belonged to the retired seniors volunteer program (RSVP) and had worked at the Barton Meal Site. She was also a master of crochet through UVM Extension Service and taught people the art of crochet. She enjoyed her cat "Missy", plants and gardening, knitting, crocheting, playing the piano, doing oil paintings, and puzzles especially cryptograms, reading, playing scribble, watching a good mystery on TV, and collecting cookbooks. She is survived by her children. Donna Irene Peyton and her husband Vincent of Shawnee, Kansas, Donald Q. Clapp, Jr. and his wife Sharon (Sandy) of Frenchville, Maine, Stephen H. Clapp and his wife Gina of Virginia Beach, VA, and Susan M. Clapp of Barton, VT; 6 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers William Hamilton of Wilmington, MA, and Frederick Hamilton of Burlington, MA. She was predeceased by one grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday May 2, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton. Friends may call on Monday May 2, 2016 at the funeral home from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will be at a later date at Welcome O. Brown Cemetery, Barton, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 93, of Derby, VT, formerly of Hamlin, Maine, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2016 in Newport, VT. She was born on June 4, 1922 in Caswell, Maine to James and Rose (Fisher) Curless. In 1942 she married Guy G. Cyr who predeceased her. Mrs. Cyr loved caring for her home, tending to the flower gardens and reading. She stayed very active. She is survived by her children: Janice Steele of Crescent City, CA, Tom Cyr and his wife Ginette Provost of Derby, VT, and Joyce Cunningham and her husband Kris of Wilton, Maine. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Debbie, Donna, Sean, Suzanne, Kate, Benjamin and Rose Anna, by her great grandchildren: Brady, Luke, Madison, Noah, Connor, and Jack Byron, and by a son in law, Roy Grove. She is also survived by her sister Alice St. Pierre of Pensacola, FL. She was predeceased by two children: George Cyr and Jeannette Grove, by her son-in-law Kenneth Steele, by her brothers Leonard, Ben, and Noah Curless and by her sisters: Virginia Bernier and Marie Sirois. Funeral Services will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 11:00Am in Hamlin, Maine on Friday June 3, 2016 where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hamlin, Maine. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Dailey Memorial Library, 101 Junior High Drive, Derby, VT 05829.

, 86, of Jay, Vermont, beloved husband of Beverly Beaudreau passed away at his home on April 27, 2016. He was born in St. Albans, VT, on July 22, 1929 to Frederick and Marion (King) Martin. Richard was a member of the Jay Post # 28 American Legion, and was a life member of the Alfred Pepin Post 798, Veterans of Foreign Wars of Newport. He was a ham radio operator. He enjoyed the company of his cats especially Rusty. He also enjoyed talking with his friends at the Legion and he enjoyed getting together with his family. In his younger years he was an instructor of martial arts. He served in the Air Force and Navy for a combined service time of 22 years. He is survived by his wife Beverly Beaudreau of Jay, VT, by his children: Tina Gardina and her husband Jerome, Cindy Martin and companion Todd, Fred Martin and his wife Lynn, Darlene Love and her husband Wade, Denise Gardner, Lori Ann Sullivan and her husband Thomas, and by his step children: Jayne Loud and her husband Jeffrey, and Nancy Montgomery, 18 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, by his sister Elizabeth Montague and by his brother-in-law Charles Scammell and his wife Susan. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s memory to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division Inc. 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 66, of Deerfield Beach, FL, passed away peacefully at his daughter's house on April 27 after succumbing to a fight with cancer. Ross was born in Barton, VT, on Feb. 26, 1950. He grew up on a farm in West Charleston, VT, and attended schools in West and East Charleston, the latter a one-room schoolhouse where his mother was the teacher. He attended Derby Academy in Derby, VT, before graduating from Lyndon Institute in Lyndon Center, VT. After a brief stint at VT Technical College, he left school to join the army and served two tours of duty as an M.P. (military police) in Vietnam. Back in the U.S., he worked for a decade or more as an electrical linesman throughout New England. During this period he married and was blessed with a daughter, Heidi. Subsequently the family moved to Florida, where Ross was destined to live for most of his life, although periodically he would backslide (northslide?) to his beloved Vermont. Ross loved the great outdoors and had little use for the cramped indoors. He tried a desk job or two but couldn't bear the feeling of being enclosed by walls all day. Later in his life he found the job that fit him to a T: working with a moving company that sent huge trucks all over the country, dropping a family's worldly possessions at a home in New Orleans and reloading for a drop in Reno, and on and on. In addition to satisfying his wanderlust, the work offered warm camaraderie among the crew, both with the daytime labors and the evening revelries. Ross was a warm and gentle soul who loved music, vintage car meets, and a cold, frothy beer. He also kept close communication with family members and visited them throughout the country, and he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his daughter Heidi Holmes with husband Dean Mallen and their son (and Ross's only grandson) Ezekiel Holmes Mallen; siblings Joyce Holmes, Amaryllis Sheltra, Reginald Holmes with wife Laurel Holmes, Dean Holmes with wife Lisa Irwin, and Bernard Holmes; great-aunt Pauline Darby; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside ceremony will take place on Friday, May 6, at West Charleston Village Cemetery with full military honors beginning at 11:00 a.m.

passed away on April 27, 2016 at the Derby Green Nursing Home in Derby, Vermont. Dolly, as she was known by her friends and relatives, was born on July 9, 1914 in Canada to Clarence and Edith Coapland and moved to Vermont along with her parents and siblings at the age of 6. She remained a Canadian citizen while living the rest of her life in the states, nearly all of that time as a resident of northern Vermont. The youngest of four children, she was predeceased by her older brothers, Howard and Clifford Coapland, and her older sister Lillian Macie. Her two sons, Laurence Metcalf of Hallsville, Missouri and Donald Metcalf of Roanoke, Virginia also survive her as do her granddaughter Amber Howard from Roanoke, Virginia and her grandson, Troy Metcalf, also from Roanoke, Virginia. Great grand children Keon and Kendal Howard and Brady Metcalf, all from Roanoke, Virginia, survive her as well as does her niece, Linda Herman of Newport, Vermont. She married John Metcalf in 1939 in Irasburg, Vermont. He died on April 3, 2004 in Visalia, California. They were dairy farmers for much of their marriage. Dolly was employed by Ethan Allen Mfg in Orleans for about 10 years. Her favorite job would always be driving a school bus for Coventry grade school children during the 1950s and 1960s. Dolly was a high energy person, always on the go. As a child, she was always on the go on a pair of snow skies that her father made for her. As an adult, she was always on the go in her car until she was well into her 90s. Relatives often complained that she was never at home. When it came time for Dolly to move into a nursing home due to declining health issues, she simply traded her car in for a walker. Nursing home attendants will attest to the fact that Dolly remained actively on the go with her walker. Dolly had a natural affinity for music and dancing. She played the piano without ever having had a lesson but dancing was her favorite activity. Any kind of dancing would do but square dancing was her first choice, probably because her gregarious nature was well suited for that style of dancing. Another favorite activity was attending yard sales. Basically, she liked anything that involved being around people and when she could no longer dance due to bad knees, meals at the Senior Center satisfied many of her social needs. Somewhere in that progression, she became an avid fan of Word Search and it occupied much of her time in the nursing home. A graveside service will be held on May 20, 2016 at 11:00am at the Coventry Cemetery located near the town of Coventry, the same cemetery where her parents are buried.

, 96, of Wolcott, Vermont passed away on May 2, 2016 in Greensboro, VT. She was born on June 24, 1919 in Fall River, MA, to Vernon and Mary (Harrington) Bean. Helen graduated from Burlington High School and married Justus Wheeler who predeceased her in 1999. She operated a wreath business and tree farm. Her hobbies included cooking, family picnics and she loved to sit and tell stories. She was a former member of the Eastern Star and the Methodist Church in Greensboro. She also enjoyed wintering in Florida. She is survived by her children: John Wheeler of Wolcott, VT, and Sue Ellen May and her husband Mark of Wolcott, VT, by her grandchildren: Allison Witherspoon and her husband John of Montgomery, VT, Joel May of Burlington, VT, and Adam Wheeler and his wife Laura of Boston, MA, by two great grandchildren: Rose and Jack Witherspoon, two nephews: David Bean of Sarasota, FL, and Christopher Bean of Barre, VT. She was predeceased by two brothers: Vernon and Daniel Bean. Interment will take place in Lakeview Cemetery, Burlington, VT and a family gathering will be held at a later date.

, age 101, passed away May 3, 2016 at Newport Nursing Facility. She was born March 6, 1915 in Montpelier Vermont. Later she worked as a nurse in River Vale, New Jersey where she met Frank Gannon. They were married December 20, 1947. Later Frank and Breezy retired to Flint Hill, Virginia and Breezy was the president of the Rappahannock Garden Club. She enjoyed restoring antiques and cooking. She was a devoted wife, a loving aunt, a very special sister and a fun-loving friend. Her kindness and laughter will be remembered by many. She is survived by and will be missed by her nephews Michael Bresette, Ronald Bresette, John Henry Williams, her niece Betsy Cisson,her great niece Katie Cisson and her cousin, Mary Prouty. Breezy was preceded in death by her parents Marjorie and Wilbert "Charlie" Bresette, her husband Frank Gannon, her sister Olive "Shorty" Williams, her brother Elwin "Bunky" Bresette, and her nephews Elwin Joseph Bresette and Douglas Bresette. Graveside service will be held at the Green Mountain Cemetery at 39 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont on May 23, 2016 at 3 PM.

, 68, died on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 in Newport, Vermont. He was born on November 23, 1947 in East Charleston, a son of Marvin and Donna Gonyaw who predeceased him. He married Veda Ellam on May 16, 1975 who survives him. The resided in East Charleston for over forty years. Dennis was a Vietnam veteran. He worked on construction his entire life primarily as a heavy equipment operator for Gervais Construction and later Munson Construction. He enjoyed his work with his excavator, repairing snowmobiles, and tinkering in his garage. He is survived by: his daughter, Jodi Gonyaw-Worth and her husband Michael Worth, his grandchildren Cara and Colby Worth; his brother Don Gonyaw and his wife Joan; and by his sister Ann who was a great caregiver to him, her sons Sky and Luke, Luke's wife Jessica, and daughter Mabel and many other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Gloria O'Keefe and her companion Richard Berry. A private gathering will be held in his rembrance at a later date at their home in East Charleston. Should friends desire contributions in his memory may be sent to the Frontier Animal Society, Orleans, Vermont. Below is a tribute to Dennis written by his nephew, Sky Shover: If you were a boy growing up in the late 80's and early 90's you were in the early 90's, you were very likely to be in awe of what aappereared real-life supermen: they were called Rocky, Rambo, or the Terminator himself, Arnold. But for me at the top of that list was my Uncle Dennis. He was big and strong and everyone knew it was unwise to tangle with Big D. A Vitenam veteran and construction worker, Dennis was known for being a hard worker and his no-nonsense approach to life. Spending any time with him meant a few things: you were likely to learn something new, you would probably hear some great story about his great adventures and absolutely hear him laugh. Some of my fondest memories are sitting and listen to him tell his stories--stories that only made him that much larger than life :). But as we all know, no one is indestructible and Superman does not exist. But in my world my Uncle Dennis was as close as it gets. Love you Uncle, see you soon---R.I.P..

, 70, of Newport Center, VT, passed away on May 5, 2016 at his home. He was born on February 18, 1946 in Barton, Vermont to George and Pauline (Sicard) Geoffrey. On October 5, 1968 he married Shirlene Willey who survives him. He attended Derby Academy. Ray was owner and operator of Ray’s Auto and Ray’s ATV. He held membership with the ATV Club, Border Ridge Runners, Ducks Unlimited, Benevolent Order of the Elks, and Trout Unlimited. His enjoyment included playing guitar with his brother Andre, hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, snowmobiling, going to his hunting camp with his buddies and family, playing cards, the company of his dogs during his lifetime, and most especially getting into mischief. He is survived by his wife Shirlene Geoffrey of Newport Center, VT, by his children: Heath Mark Geoffrey and his companion Stacey of Derby Line, VT, Heather Geoffrey and her companion Wolf Luman of Espanola, MN, and Jarrod Geoffrey and his wife Dawn-Rae of Ashville, NC, by his grandchildren: Hanna Jacobs, Pride Geoffrey, Ronan and Grace Geoffrey, by his siblings: Florence Coogan of Schenectady, NY, Jeannine Besaw and her husband Gene of Derby, VT, Leo Geoffrey and his wife Evelyn of Derby, VT, Claire Lavoie and her husband George of Newport, VT, Marcel Geoffrey and his wife Darlene of Newport, VT, by his sister-in-laws Lucy Laframbroise of Derby Line, VT, Helen Willey of Fruita, CO, brother-in-laws Leo Willey and his wife Rachel of Newport, VT, and Keith Willey and his wife Melanie of Newport Center, VT and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Andre Geoffrey and by his brother-in-laws Jack Coogan and Neil Willey. Friends may call on Friday May 13, 2016 from 8:30 A.M-10:30 A.M. at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday May 13, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 75, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2016 in Newport. She was born on August 5, 1940 in St. Hyanite, Quebec to Anatole and Irene (Angers) Houle. She was married on June 24, 1961 to Jean Pierre Maclure who survives her. Solange was a loving Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. She loved her family very much and all the time she spent with them. During her lifetime she was employed by Columbia Forest Products. Her hobbies included camping, and crocheting. She is survived by her husband Jean-Pierre Maclure of Derby Line, VT, by her children: Roger Maclure, Andre Maclure, Marcel Maclure and his wife Mary, Francine Maclure, and Sylvie Mathieu and her husband Philip Sr. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Brandon Maclure, Nicholas Maclure, Jonathan Maclure and his wife Tia, Philip Mathieu Jr. and his wife Brittany, Nathan Mathieu and Kaylee Maclure, as well as her great grandchildren Alexander Maclure, Evan Mathieu and Levi Mathieu, and by her sisters : Sue Bridges, and Pauline Cota and her husband Gary, and by several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her son Raymond, as well as her parents Anatole and Irene Houle and by her brother Paul Houle and sister Denise Houle. The family would like to give a big thank you to the staff at Newport Health Care Center for all the great care and support they gave Solange during her stay at the facility. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday May 11, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery on Coventry Street in Newport, VT with the Rev. Charles Davignon officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimers Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.

, 93 of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on May 6, 2016 in Newport. He was born on April 16, 1923 in Sharon, VT to Harold and Bessie (Tucker) Sumner. On September 15, 1946 he married the former Elsie Lafayette who survives him. He graduated from Milton High School, Milton, VT, in June of 1941 and then enrolled in the Plattsburg School of Aviation, in Plattsburg, NY. In June of 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps where he served with the Second Marine Division in the Pacific Theater until November 1945. John was recalled to serve during the Korean War. He was a rifle range instructor at Camp Lejeune North Carolina. He, Elsie and infant daughter Joanne returned to Milton, VT. He attended and graduated from the University of Vermont with a B.S. in Dairy Manufacturing. His first employment after graduation was with United Farmers of New England milk plant in Enosburg Falls VT. He then moved to Troy, VT to manage the United Farmers milk plant. Eventually, United Farmers, Yankee Milk, and Agri Mark all merged with H. P. Hood Company. He was project engineer and plant manager of the dairy manufacturing plants and manager of plant operations for New England and New York for H. P. Hood Company. He was involved in all phases of production from planning an operation, purchasing and installing equipment, hiring personnel, maintaining efficiencies and straightening out problems with labor, equipment failures and quality. He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Union Lodge F & AM and the IOOF. He was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church of Newport, VT. He is survived by his wife Elsie Sumner of Newport, VT, by his children: Joanne Vachon and her husband Serge of Newport, VT, Bill Sumner and his wife Shirley of Derby, VT, and Carol Bushaw of Charlestown, NH. And by 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sister in law Jane Lafayette of Milton, VT, His brother in law Paul Mears of Milton, VT, and his brother in law Wayne and wife Norma Lafayette of Milton, VT. He was predeceased by his infant son in 1948, by his siblings: Elizabeth Sumner, Josephine Briggs and William M. Sumner. By his brother-in-law Douglas Lafayette, brother in law Edward Briggs and his sister-in-law Doris L. Mears. Friends may call on Friday May 13, 2016 at Curtis-Britch- Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, VT from 4:00-7:00 P.M. Memorial service at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church with Reverend Jane Butterfield and Christine Mosely officiating. Interment will follow at 4:00 P.M. at the Milton Village Cemetery in Milton, VT with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 44 Second Street, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Salvation Army, 250 Railroad Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

died peacefully on May 9, 2016 after battling a long illness. Irene was born in Lee County, Texas on July 19, 1926 to the late Bertha Hoeschel and William Reinhardt Bloh. She married her late husband, Donald McNally, in 1946 and moved to Vermont where she resided until 2004, when she moved to Winston-Salem and lived with her daughter Bonny. She enjoyed gardening, needlework, and reading. Her family will miss her and remember her as humble, sweet, and caring, and always serving others. She is survived by her daughter, Bonny McNally; one son, Timothy and wife Rhonda; and daughter Celina Blair and husband Clesson; four grandchildren, Christie, Sean, Nathan and Kristel, and two great-grandchildren, Jayda and Perrin. Visitation will be at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport on Thursday, May 19 from 5:00-7:00 PM, and funeral service will be held on Friday, May 20 at 10:00 AM at Derby Community Church. Interment will follow at Derby Cemetery. In addition to flowers, memorials may be made to Derby Community Church, 3064 US-5, Derby, VT 05829 or National Parkinson Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Miami, FL 33131.

, age 71 of Coventry, VT, passed away on May 12, 2016. He was born on October 18, 1944 in Newark, New Jersey. He lived in New Jersey up until 2006 when he then moved to Coventry. Joseph is survived by his wife Eva Marie Cleveland Bol, son Joseph A. Bol and wife Laura Kirby Bol. Daughter Julianna Marie Brannigan and husband Sean P. Brannigan, as well as three grandchildren: Sean J. Brannigan, Aiden T. Brannigan, and Eva E. Bol, by his brother Al Bol and his wife Susan Bol and their daughters: Cindy, Colleen, and Catherine and families. Joseph was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he earned several medals including the Purple Heart, Bronze Medal and Army Commendation Medal. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Albet J. Bol and Julia Pietras Bol, his uncle Frederick Bol and brother-in-law Alva D. Cleveland. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday May 16, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Military honors will follow at the funeral home. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday May 16, 2016 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friend desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Charity of One’s choice.

, of Orleans, VT passed away peacefully on May 13, 2016 in Newport. He was born on July 19, 1929 in Orleans, the son of Armand Noel Blair and Mary Mercier Blair. He attended school in Orleans and graduated from Orleans High School in 1949. He was an alter boy at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans and in 1950 he joined the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War in 1955. He married Elizabeth Lapre who predeceased him 2006. He is survived by his children : Bob Blair and his wife Sharon, Joann Peart , Patricia Thomas, Bruce Blair and his partner George Copp, by his son-in-law Robert Norris, 14 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, . He was a lifelong member of the Orleans American Legion Post 23, where he served as post commander. He also joined the Orleans Fire Department when he came home from the Army. He served as First Assistant Chief and is still a life member. Joe was a lifelong red sox fan and watched every game on television. After he retired one of his greatest joys was watching his children, grand children, and his great grandchildren play baseball. Joe loved to play baseball in his younger years and once tried out for the Red Sox. He went to work at Butterfield’s in Derby Line when he was discharged from the Army and from there he went to Anderson Manufacturing for a while and then Ethan Allen in Orleans where he was supervisor in the chair department. He worked there until he retired in 1995. Joe loved very much helping people and giving his time to the community events. He was a longtime announcer for the Lions club basket ball tournaments. He also announced for various boxing and wrestling matches . He loved to organize events and was very proud to do the sesque centennial parade in Orleans and the bicentennial celebration in Orleans. He also help organize the the Barton 4th of July parades. He had many close friends in the kingdom which he cherished. He was a charter member of the Klang Brothers. He loved flying and went up every chance he got and loved fishing on Lake Willoughby and the Barton rivers. Most of all he loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren as he was very proud of them. He spent all the time with them that he could and supported them in every way possible whether it was baseball, basketball, wrestling, martial arts, or music and arts. He will be sorely missed. He was predeceased by his daughter Rosemary Norris, his son-in-law, Henry Thomas, Sr, by his brother and three sisters: Bertha and Dave Trucok of California, Doris and Richard Smith of Lyndonville, VT, Rose and Charles Stoddard of Orleans, VT and Ernest and Pauline Blair of Long Island, NY. By his son-in-law Rand Peart, and great grandsons: Bobby-Joe Blair and Jeremy Martel. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. on Wednesday May 18, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday May 19, 2016 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by Rev. Timothy Naples. Interment will follow in St. Theresa’s Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans Fire Department, 102 Main Street, Orleans, VT 05860 or to the charity of one’s choice.

- Dec. 23, 1948 - May13, 2016 - Gail passed away suddenly at the age of 67 after a long struggle with C.O.P.D. She was born in Newport, VT the daughter of Blanche (Badger) and Maurice Colburn. In 1966 she married her soul mate Philippe Auger. Together they raised their only daughter Carleen. In November they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage. Gail spent most of her married life doing the bookkeeping for P & G Trucking which Phil and Gail owned for over 20 years. She loved the outdoors spending time snowmobiling and riding ATV. She cherished the view from her kitchen in the house that she shared with Phil for 46 years. She spent all of her days in the company of her beloved dog Princess. Gail loved to spend time with her family but none more than her grandchildren Taylor and Tanner. They were her pride & joy. She was very proud of the young adults that they have become. Gail is survived by her husband Phil of North Troy, VT. Her daughter Carleen and Husband Eric Starr of North Troy, VT. Granddaughter Taylor Starr and friend Chase Locke of Randolph, VT. Grandson Tanner Starr of North Troy, VT. Her Brother's and Sister's Joyce Curtis, Cecile (Charlie) Randall, Dick (Diane) Colburn, Theresa (Richard) Bonvouloir and Beth Colburn. She is also survived by several niece's and nephew's. She was predeceased by her parents Blanch and Maurice Colburn, brothers Roy Colburn and Terry & Brenda Colburn and sister Marilyn Sweeney.

of Island Pond passed away at home surrounded by his family on May 14, 2016 after a prolonged illness. He was born on April 17, 1942 in Waterbury, Ct., the son of Frank O’Bar and Georgia Corey O’Bar. He attended school in East Corinth, ME and graduated from East Corinth Academy in 1961. On October 12, 1963 he married the love of his life Paulette Lumbra O’Bar. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Paulette, son David O’Bar and wife Stephanie of Chesapeake, VA, daughter Lisa O’Bar of Thomaston, CT, and significant other Jeff Winslow, and his son with whom he shared a home Timothy O’Bar and his husband Michael Strait, as well as five grandchildren Mathew Cennamo, Michael Cennamo, Natalie O’Bar, Shane O’Bar and Ethan O’Bar; three brothers Carroll O’Bar, Carlson O’Bar and wife Elaine, and Clyde O’Bar and wife Cheryl; sister-in-laws Jeannean Lumbra Sylvester, Madeline O’Bar, Dorothy O’Bar, brother-in-law Reginald Lumbra and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers Cecil O’Bar and Calvin O’Bar; brother-in-law Larry Sylvester, sister-in-law Linda Lumbra Viau and her husband Ron Viau. In December of 1961 he began work at the Alloy Foundries division of the Eastern Company in Naugatuck, CT. He became foreman and worked there for 25 years until the plant closed. He then began work as a foreman for FCI in Bethel CT. In November of 1999 he and Paulette moved to Vermont where they spent their retirement. Carey loved to bake and was known for the many loaves of bread and packs of cinnamon buns he shared with family and friends. He was an avid gardener and loved shopping for new flowers and garden equipment with his son Tim. He and Paulette spent many days traveling Vermont and New Hampshire sampling small family restaurants, finding interesting shopping destinations and singing along with the radio while holding hands like two kids in love. Memorial contributions may be made to Orleans Essex VNA & Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Rd., Newport, VT 05855. A family celebration of Carey’s life will be held at a later date.

, 62, of Newport Center, VT passed away suddenly on May 14, 2016 in Newport. He was born on December 14, 1953 to Adlor and Doris (Morse) Verge. Rene was a mechanic for many years and a long time member of the Vermont National Guard. He is survived by his wife Cheryl Verge of Newport Center, VT, by his children: Terra Verge, T.J. Tullis, Amy Tullis, Ashley Stoddard, Rene Verge, Jr, Gordon Verge, Jonathan Verge, and Valerie Boutah, by his grandchildren: Anyas, Tevyn, Ashtan, Hailey, Cora, Kahleen, Emmalyn, Distant, Summer, Noah, David Jr, Mason and John, by one great great grandson Emmit, and by his siblings: Ike Verge Donna Paul and her husband Mike, and by his sister-in-law Theda Breault and he also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who meant the world to him. He was predeceased by his son Johnathan Verge, his parents: Adlore and Doris (Morse) Verge, and by his brothers: Alan and Clarence Breault. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday May 20, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warriors, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida 32256 or to Cheryl Verge, 143 Vance Hill Road, Newport Center, VT 05857.

, 50, of Newport, VT passed away suddenly on May 15, 2016 in Newport. He was born on April 1,1966 in Newport to Linda (Griffin) Simoneau and the late Edward Simoneau. Timothy was a loving and nurturing father and husband. He was a correction service specialist for the Vermont Department of Corrections. He was a coach for the Special Olympics of VT. He was very active in the community, he was a coach for wrestling, football youth and junior and senior high school. His hobbies included gardening, reading, fishing, being with his children, playing football and hunting. He is survived by his wife Tammy (Hetrick) Simoneau of Campo, CA, by his children: Samantha Simoneau, Korrie Simoneau, Morgan Simoneau and his fiance Katelyn Bowen, Riley Simoneau, Madison Simoneau, Jayden Simonean and Landon Simoneau all of Newport, VT, by his granddaughter Penelope Longe of Newport, Vt, his sister Michele and her husband Joe Hall and Dainne and her husband Mike Pettengill of Newport, Vt, three nieces: Katelyn, Gwen, and Abigail and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, May 22, 2016 from 3-6 pm at the gateway center in Newport, Vt. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Madison Simoneau's Make-A-Wish fund to allow her family to finish her Make-A-Wish therapy pool house project. C/O Tammy Simoneau 108 Clyde St. Newport, VT, 05855. The Children's Hospital Boston, Att: Development Office, 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115, and the Vermont Association for the blind and visually impaired, 62 Kimball Ave S. Burlington, VT, 05403.

, 29, of Island Pond passed away suddenly as the result of a traffic accident on Wednesday May 18, 2016. He was born in Newport on May 1, 1987, beloved son of Rachel (Chesney) and Bernard Pepin. He graduated from North Country Union High School where he played several different sports. Tyler played both softball and basketball in the Newport Men’s League and had a great passion for hunting and fishing, going to hunting camp and going to "Pat Shack" with his buddies. He was a carpenter by trade and worked for Michael "Fred" Sykes, who he greatly appreciated. He enjoyed the outdoors and riding his motorcycle. He was a very outgoing person and had many friends who he was always willing to lend a helping hand if necessary. He is survived by his wife Brandy Pepin who he married on July 11, 2009, his children: Mayson with whom he had a very special relationship and Brent and Kaylee Ming, his father Bernard Pepin and his companion Denise and her daughter Abby, his mother Rachel Chesney and companion Mark, his brother Dylan, his grandparents: Beverly Pepin and companion George Russell, grandfather Raymond Pepin and Roberta and Ronald Chesney. He is also survived by his niece Alexa Ming, brother-in-law Derek Ming and his companion Staci Mitchell, his mother and father-in-law Larry and Sylvie Ming, several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many close friends who will all deeply miss him. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond on Wednesday May 25, 2016 from 6-9 P.M. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday May 26, 2016 at the Congregational Church in Island Pond with the Rev. Alan Magoon officiating and burial immediately following at the Lakeside Cemetery on Pleasant Street in Island Pond. There will be a luncheon/gathering after the burial at the American Legion Post 80 in Island Pond & all are welcome. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mayson Pepin Fund at the Passumpsic Savings Bank, 49 Mill Street, Island Pond, VT 05846.

, 73, of Coventry passed away on May 20, 2016 at her home. She was born on October 27, 1942 in Barton to Earl and Barbara (Green) Young. At one time Carol worked at the former Waterfront Cinema and formally worked at the Coventry Village School She was a former member of Eastern Star, Irasburg Chapter. Her hobby included making crafts. She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Craft of Goffstown, NH. She was predeceased by her sister Linda Vining. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday May 27, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport with the Rev. Fred Barker officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday May 27, 2016 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in Coventry Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 98, of Derby, VT and formally of McLean, VA passed away on May 20, 2016 in Derby, VT. Gardenia was born on February 27, 1918 in New Brunswick, NJ, the only child of John Gardener and Juilette (O’Connor) Wynkoop. In 1948, she married John I. Kross who predeceased her in 1971. Mrs. Kross earned her Bachelor’s degree and was a teacher at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin, while her husband was a professor of agriculture there. Gardenia spoke several different languages and traveled extensively with her husband and family as he fulfilled his job as a diplomat for the U.S. Government. Mrs. Kross was an accomplished artist and has left her family many pieces of her oil paintings of Europe. She enjoyed entertaining as she hosted many formal functions in helping her husband perform his duties. At the age of 70, she accomplished navigator school so that she could sail her own boat on Chesapeake Bay. Gardenia lived many of her later years with her daughter Laura. Mrs. Kross is survived by her daughter Laura Kross of Brownington, VT, by her son Randolph Kross of Orleans, VT. by a grandchild Dane Kross and his partner Amy Elliott of Orleans, VT, by a great-grandson Daemyn Kross of Orleans, VT. Besides her children she leaves behind a special friend Alfred Tittle of Alexandria, VA, and a special grand niece Rita Kross of Cape Coral, FL. She was predeceased by her husband John I Kross. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment to follow in Arlington, VA.

, 74, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on May 26, 2016 in Newport. He was born on July 6, 1942 in Newport to Ralph and Effie (Warner) Durivage. He married Jacklyn Stearns who predeceased him on April 2, 2015. Mr. Durivage was a self-employed dairy farmer and logger. His interests were in hunting, being with his grandchildren, farming and logging. He is survived by his children: Deneen Durivage of Hyde Park, VT, Merrinott Durivage, Jr (Buddy) of Newport, VT, and Desmond Durivage of Newport, VT. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and by his brothers: Dorman and Elmer Durivage. He was predeceased by his brother Ernest Blanchard and by his sister Beverly. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Charity of One’s choice.

, 63, of Newport Center, VT, passed away on May 27, 2016 at her home in Newport Center, VT. She was born on July 9, 1952 to Burton and Lillian (Pope) Baraw. She enjoyed her years as a seamstress at several businesses such as Slalom, Hedma and VT Teddy Bear. But her most recent years were spent as an LNA which she also enjoyed. She also enjoyed rides with Steve on their Harley and she loved family gatherings. She is survived by her companion Steve Mackay of Newport Center, VT, by her children: Robert and Lynnette Deaette of Jay, VT, Donald and Diane Deaette of Jericho, VT, Brad Deaette of Swanton, VT, David and Tammy Cornell of Newport, VT, Rodney and Sage Cornell of Derby, VT, Michael Cornell of Newport, VT, Shawn Cornell and Judy of NH, and Shannon Johnson and Mike of NC, several grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She also leaves her siblings: Jackie and Charles Arel of Vergennes, VT, Sherrill Sheltra of Newport, VT, Steve Baraw of Newport Center, VT, Tim Baraw of Newport Center, VT, and Penny and Gary Coe of Newport Center, VT. She was predeceased by her parents Burton and Lillian Baraw and by her brother Gary Sheltra. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 79, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2016 in Newport. She was born on April 23, 1937 in Bristol, CT, to Andrew and Roberta (Bishop) Bernard. Charlotte graduated from Newport High School and Lyndon State College with a Bachelor of Science Degree. She started teaching in Williston, VT and later taught for over 20 years at the Hillside Elementary School in Newport. She was a CCD Teacher at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and served the needs of others, especially the elderly and shut-ins. She truly devoted her life to raising her children and grandchildren. Her hobbies included reading, knitting, sewing, feeding the birds, doing word puzzles and she was a Red Sox fan and a devout catholic. She is survived by her children: Martin Rivard and his wife Roxann of Troy, VT, Bill Rivard and his wife Sally of Jay, VT, Lynne Fortunati and her husband Robert of Coventry, VT, and Bernard Rivard and his husband Jason Willis of St. Petersburg, FL, by her grandchildren: Martin Rivard, Jr and his wife Kate of Derby, VT, Andrew Rivard and his partner Karla of Troy, VT, Taylor Rivard of Westfield, VT, Colby and Jillian Fortunati both of Coventry, VT. Private 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, Relay for Life, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 64, of Island Pond, VT passed away suddenly on May 27, 2016 in New Haven, CT. He was born on November 27, 1951 in Newport to Lance and Marguerite (Ellsworth) Currier. On February 24, 2000 he married Sandie Moss who survives him. He graduated from North Country Union High School in 1972 and entered the United States Army. Timothy was a self employed fair and carnival concessionaire. He also worked at Ethan Allen MFG where he retired. Among his hobbies he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working at the fairs and carnivals. He was a member of the American Legion Post 80 of Island Pond. He is survived by his wife Sandie Currier of Island Pond, VT, by his children: Christopher Currier and his wife Heather of Houma, LA, Jeremy Currier and his wife Brandy of Wheelock, VT, by his step children: Shianna Jones of North Troy, VT, Antonin Hebert of Derby, VT, and Joseph Hebert and his wife Danni of Newport, VT, 22 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, by his siblings: Janice Currier Blais of Newport, VT, Gerald Currier of Newport, VT, Allen Currier and his wife Lynn of LaCosta, FL, Robert Currier and his wife Denise of Newport, VT, Brian Currier and his wife Claudine of Holland, VT, Michael Currier and his wife Lisa of Windsor, VT, and Loren Currier of Oklahoma City, OK, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Donald, Bruce, Thomas, infants Paul and Paula, Pamela Currier and Nancy Percy. Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday June 6, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport with the Rev. Leopold Bilodeau officiating. Military honors will be held at the funeral home following the service.

, 26, beloved son of Tom Coulter and Marcy Paul died suddenly on May 29, 2016 as the result of motor vehicle accident in West Charleston, VT. He was born in Newport on April 12, 1990. Ryan went to school at North Country Union High School and was working at Tivoly in Derby Line as a machinist. He loved playing hockey, fishing, kayaking, to draw and sketch, hanging out with his friends and playing golf with his brother Tyler. He also enjoyed spending time with Charlene and her children as well as Tim Hunt’s children. He is survived by his mother Marcy Paul and her companion Tim Hunt, by his father Tom Coulter and his wife Robin, his brother Tyler, his grandparents George and Margaret Coulter and John Rock Degre, and Robin’s children: Ryan and Ashlee Daigle, Aunts and Uncles: Steve and Rachel Coulter, Michael Coulter, and Tracy and Michelle Degre, by his cousins Christopher, Jonathan and Myra Degre, Molly Coulter and Melisa Zebrowski and the Starr Family by his best friend Tyler Perkins as well as many others. Ryan was predeceased by his grandmother Gene Ann Degre and by his Aunt Sherry Coulter and Mario Paul. Friends may call from 6-9 P.M. on Monday June 6, 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 Tuesday June 7, 2016 at the Church of God, Crawford Road in Derby with the Rev. Laurence Wall officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Kingdom Starz Hockey Inc, DBA Border Minor Hockey, 1069 Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 28, of Derby Line, VT passed away suddenly on May 29, 2016 along with her partner in life Ryan Coulter in West Charleston, VT. She was born on August 17, 1987 in Deland, FL, beloved daughter of Benjamin and Deborah (Emerson) Robles. She graduated from North Country Union High School in 2005 and graduated from CCV in Newport with a liberal arts degree. She was an administrative assistant for Land Vest. Her hobbies included Kayaking, being in the outdoors, spending time with friends, listening to music, watching the Boston Bruins and spending time outside with her children. She is survived by her parents, Benjamin and Deborah Robles of Newport, VT, by her children: Naturelle Wells, Brody and Myles Wright all of Derby Line, VT, by her siblings: Vicky Froelich of Deland, FL, Lisa Galloway of Deland, FL, Valentina Velasquez of Brattleboro, VT, Christina Vasquez of Johnson, VT, and Anna Chaffee and her husband Paul of Derby, VT, and by her sons father Damen Wright and by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 P.M. on Sunday June 5, 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 June 6, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Go Fund Me Account Esperanza Charlene Robles.

, 69, of Newport, Vermont passed away peacefully on May 30, 2016 with his family at his side. He was born on October 13, 1946 in Newport to Blanche (Farrar) Monfette and the late Alfred Monfette. On September 4, 1965 he married Susan Laramie who survives him. He graduated with his son from North Country Union High School in 1989. Craig was employed at Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans and later worked for the former W.S. Mitchell for 20 years. He retired in 2014 from Ethan Allen. His hobbies included motorcycling, camping, mowing his lawn with his dog "Tucker", doing crossword puzzles, reading and coloring in adult coloring books. He is survived by his wife Susan Monfette of Newport, VT, by his mother Blanche Monfette of Newport, VT, by his children: Craig Monfette, Jr and his wife Melba of W. Monroe, LA, Michelle Lamothe, Daniel Monfette and his wife Samantha of Lyndonville, VT, by his grandchildren: Mitchell, Brittany-Sue, Buddy, Brianna, Matthew, Cady, Christian, Sabrina, Kasey, Drew, and Liam, and by his great grandchildren: Kyli, Christopher, Joseph, Hannah, Lilyann, Xander, Emma, Macy, Parker, Addison, and Frank. He is also survived by his siblings: Alfred E. Monfette and his wife Maria of Dalton, GA, Dian McIntosh and her husband John of Manassas, VA, Darlene Grenier and her husband Albert of Newport, VT, by his brother-in-law Raymond Laramie and his wife Diane of Newport, VT, and sister-in-law Pauline Sheehan and her husband Richard of The Villages, FL, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Alfred Monfette, his grandson Joey, great granddaughter Alaina, and by his sister Linda Wheeler and brother Gary Monfette. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday June 2, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday June 3, 2016. Interment in St.Mary’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 90, of long time resident of Holland, VT passed away on May 30, 2016 in Newport, VT. She was born on May 23, 1926 in Derby to Ernest and Lillian (Brown) Judd. On January 30, 1943 she married Harold Carter who predeceased her. Julia was a member of the Derby Fish and Game Club, Holland Historical Society and a supporter of the American Cancer Society. Julia enjoyed being a wife and mother to her family, but she still found time to work for Fred’s Plumbing and Heating for a couple of years. She loved to make quilts as she made over 40 as gifts and donated them to the Holland Historical Society. She and Harold enjoyed camping and traveling to many different areas. They also had camps in Lewis and Poultney, VT. She also served as campaign manager when Vince Illuzzi first started in politics. Julia was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Purple Heart Association. She is survived by her children: Velma Crowell of Derby Line, VT, Colin Carter of Barton, VT, and Alex Carter of Holland, VT, by her grandchildren: Sandie and Norman Diggs of CT, Shaun and Songhei Sloan of Idaho, Christelle and Anthony Plourde of Texas, Coralee and Namath Boardman of Swanton, VT, 9 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Ernest Judd and his wife Martha of Derby, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Sheila Rae, by her brother Harold, and sisters: Ruby, Ella, Beatrice, Eleanor and Patti. Services will be held on Saturday June 25, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at the Derby Cemetery, Nelson Hill Road, Derby, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Holland Historical Society, 120 School Road, Derby Line, VT. 05830.

, 96, of East Charleston, VT, passed away on May 30th, 2016 at her family’s longtime cottage on Echo Lake in her beloved state of Vermont. She was surrounded by the love of her two daughters as was her wish. She was born on August 17th, 1919 in North Fork, Nebraska to J.D Taylor and Edna (Gibson) Taylor and spent her early life on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota (on horse back of course). Her school years were spent in Bellows Falls, VT where she was embraced by a large caring extended family. Ruth excelled in sports, music, and academics. Her father was against his daughter going to college, so Miss Ruth Taylor attended business school. Meanwhile our irate aunt confronted him insisting that he send Ruth to Middlebury College. As a result, her three siblings also graduated from college. When Ruth graduated from Middlebury College with a Bachelor of Arts degree, she began teaching. In Oklahoma, on February 28th, 1942, she married her college sweetheart, Charles Myron Clapper of Newport, VT. Charles died in 2000 after 58 years of marriage. After WWII (which changed many things she said) the family moved to Woodstown, NJ. When her daughters were in school, Ruth began her 21 years of teaching French at Woodstown High School. In addition to teaching, she was a long term Girl Scout leader and an extremely active member of the Asbury Methodist Church of Woodstown. For many years, Ruth was a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels and a driving force for the American Field Service Foreign exchange student organization. Mrs. Clapper loved playing cards and belonged to several Bridge Clubs. She enjoyed learning new information, reading, doing crossword puzzles and gardening. Charles and Ruth played golf, bowled, traveled, and were "die hard" Flyers and Bruins fans, along with Patriot football fans. Both of my parents were formidable defenders and knowledgeable "referees". This knowledge transferred over to Five grandchildren and Ten great grandchildren’s sports events and community activities. In fact, if a car was going anywhere, Ruth was in it. Ruth Clapper is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie Hopkins of East Charleston, VT, and Becky Spear of Fairbanks, Alaska. Her five grandchildren, John Hopkins Jr. of Augusta, GA, Derek D. Hopkins of Deerfield, NH, Scott C. Hopkins of Indianapolis, IN, Tarik Wm Spear of Fairbanks, Alaska, and Darrah Lea Fitzpatrick of Fairbanks, Alaska. She is loved by numerous great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, and her remaining sister, Leila Taylor Baggett of Keystone Heights, FL, and her sister-in-law, Kjellrum Taylor of Litchfield Park, AZ. She was predeceased by her sister, Phyllis Taylor, and her Brother, Lt Col. David D. Taylor who was 92 years old. Rest in Peace Bema and Gram. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations should be sent to where our father, mother and I received excellent and convenient healthcare for seven decades. It was administered by the: Island Pond Health Center, P.O Box 425, Island Pond, VT 05846.

, 69, of Holland, VT, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2016. He was born on April 28, 1947 in Hartford, CT to George and Barbara (Philbrick) Pennington. He graduated from Weaver High School, Hartford, CT. Mr. Pennington was a self-employed carpenter and more recently was employed by Columbia Forest Products. His hobbies included cutting wood, his pets, horticulture and agriculture. He is survived by his children: David Cory Pennington and his wife Shari of Newport, VT, Cable James Pennington and his fiancé Amy Kelley of Holland, VT, and Tyler Paxton Fairbanks of NY,NY. He is also survived by his grandchildren Jacob, Nicole, Emily and Maxwell. He is also survived by his sisters Sue Yeager of PA, Debbie Oborski of Marlboro, CT, and Becky West of East Hartford, CT, and by her brother Jon Pennington of Schuylerville, NY Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 86 of Derby, VT, died unexpectedly at North Country Hospital on May 31, 2016. He was born in Townshend, VT on April 14, 1930. He was the oldest of seven children of Olie F. and Margaret B. Cole both deceased. In the time Fran was growing up, children in their early teenage years went out to work and live to help with the family income. Fran worked and lived at West River Camp as a stable hand and performed other needed jobs. He also attended a Technical College in Randolph VT and graduated in 1948. In 1951 he joined the Marine Corp and served during the Korean War spending 18 months overseas. Following his service in the military, he returned to Brookline, VT, where he made his home. He worked for Kenolie Farms delivering milk around the upper West River Valley always enjoying meeting new people. In 1958 he started working for Kearley Fuel Co. and stayed for 38 years, retireing in 1996. Francis was active as a Boy Scout Leader for eight years in the mid 1950's and helped four young men become Eagle Scouts in the same year. He loved bowling, baseball and both played for the West River League, fishing especially fly fishing, gardening, hunting and he enjoyed teaching his sons to hunt. Francis enjoyed many hunting trips to Maine. He was proud to spend time with his two sons hunting and teaching them the basics. Francis and Elaine were married on August 5th, 1961 and they lived most of their married lives in Brookline, VT. In 2000, they retired and moved to Derby, VT where they spent many happy years together at their home near Lake Salem. He is survived by his loving wife, Elaine of 54 years, three living children, daughter, Christine of Derby, VT, son, Kevin Cole and his wife Debbie Cole of South Londonderry, VT, daughter, Jennifer Cole of Vernon, VT, a granddaughter, Cera Catron of Portland, Maine, four siblings, Alice Clogston of Swanzy, N.H. Shelbajean Hescock of South Newfane, VT, Arnold Cole of Chester VT, and Carlos Cole of South Oseltic, N.Y. He was predeceased by his parents, their infant son, Matthew F. and Timothy W Cole, a sister, Eleanore Bennett, and brother, Ernest Cole. There will be a celebration of his life at the Derby Community Church, date and time to be announced. A graveside service at the Oakwood Cemetary in Townshend, VT will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions in Fran's memory may be made to Boy Scout Troop # 880 of Derby, VT or to the Frontier Animal Shelter in Orleans VT.

. 58, of Barton, VT, formerly of Island Pond, VT, passed away at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton on June 1, 2016, after a long illness. He was born on March 26, 1958 in Newport to Vanessa McKenny and the late George Anderson. He graduated from North Country Union High School in Newport. He is survived by his mother Vanessa McKenny of Lancaster, NH, by his sisters Barbara Null and Pearl Lane and her husband. He is also survived by his nieces Jennifer, Amanda, and Crystal. He was predeceased by his brother Cecil Anderson. Doug loved God, his family and Country. He entered the U. S. Army for a brief time. Doug was sweet, kind and very generous to all he met. He worked at a hardware store/laundry mat for a number of years. He enjoyed fishing, rides, county fairs, western movies and country music. Everyone thanks Maple Lane Nursing Home for their excellent care and compassion for Doug. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday June 7, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at the Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond with the Rev. Norman Joubert officiating.

, 84, of Derby, VT passed away peacefully on June 1, 2016 in Newport. She was born on March 25, 1932 in Westfield, VT to Glenis and Harriet (Wright) Goulding. On May 21, 1955 she married Paul Brown who predeceased her July 15, 2004. Bessie enjoyed gardening at her home, sewing and craft work. She is survived by her children: Willie Brown and his wife Lillian of Derby, VT, Barbara Waters and her boyfriend Jessie Swanson of Eden, VT, Mary Brown of Derby, VT, Candy Brown and her boyfriend Dee Boehm of Derby, VT, and James Brown and his wife Debbie of Derby, VT, 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her grandson Zachariah Brown, her brother John Goulding and by her sisters: Pauli Gibeault and Gertrude Place. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday June 6, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Interment will follow in Derby Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Church of God, 295 Crawford Road, Derby, VT 05829.

, 70, of Island Pond, VT, passed away on June 1, 2016 in Newport, VT. She was born on December 6, 1945 in Lincoln, Maine to Elwin and Roberta (Gross) Boyington. In 1976 she married Robert Raboin who survives her. Mrs. Raboin operated her own greenhouse. She enjoyed flower gardening, cooking, and watching the birds and wild animals. She is survived by her husband Robert Raboin of Island Pond, VT, by her children: Tina Allen of Milton, VT, Angela Knudson and her husband Peter of Randolph, VT, Donna Harwid of Bradford, VT, Roberta Royer and her husband Jacques of North Troy, VT, and Jeremy Raboin of Island Pond, VT, 9 grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Vynal Boyington of Fort Kent, ME, Virginia Dudley of Washington, Sylvia Marcum of FL, and Beverly Boyington of TN. Private services at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 85 of Holland went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2016 in Newport, Vermont. Lionel was born on October 26, 1930 and was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather. Lionel had a farm in Holland for 50 years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. When he retired from farming many people met him through the raspberries and blueberries he grow and sold in Holland. Lionel supported clubs like Fish & Game, strong supporter of NRA, Orleans County Fair, worked for the town of Holland as Lister and Selectmen and the United Christian Academy. Lionel was a man of great faith and instrumental in early stages and growth for the Newport Church of God. Lionel is survived by his wife of 64 years Simone, son Michael and daughter-in law Debbie, daughter Lorianne and son-in-law Fred, son Armand, his sister Germaine and husband Bill, brothers Rene and wife May, Raymond and wife Sharon and Robert and wife Christine along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Lionel was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Anna Fortin, three sisters Rita, Yvonne, Lucienne and one brother Lucien. Lionel had 5 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Newport Church of God Saturday, June 11, 2016 at 2 pm.

of Glover, VT and formerly of Providence, RI, passed away at the age of 76, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born on May 15th, 1940 in Providence, RI, to Louis and Dora Dube. William was a graduate of LaSalle Academy before serving in the Marine Corps. He transitioned into civilian life and ultimately worked across the eastern seaboard for various companies in the software industry. In 1960 he married Eileen (Mara) Dube, and together they had 5 children. He is survived by his five children and their spouse: Bill Dube and his wife Shannon, Lisa Peltier and her husband Bruce, Robert Dube and his wife Lori, Suzanne Reina and her husband Jesus, Christopher Dube and his wife Jill, and 10 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his wife Eileen (Mara) Dube and his parents Louis and Dora Dube. Funeral services will be announced at a later date.

, 88, of Derby, Vermont passed away peacefully on June 9, 2016 in Newport. She was born on April 28, 1928 in Newport to William and Ida (Davio) Wheeler. On March 28, 1946 she married Preston Mason who predeceased her on October 22, 1992. In February 2000, she married Roland Devost of Colebrook, NH who survives her. Wilma was a helpmate to her late husband Preston at their Sunoco Service Station in Orleans, VT. She also worked as a waitress at the Candlepin Restaurant in Barton, VT. She held memberships with the Community Circle, Home Dem and the Christmas Club. Her hobbies included dancing, attending Elk’s functions, bowling, bocce and traveling. She is survived by her husband Roland Devost of Colebrook, NH, by her children: Leon Mason and his wife Marcia of Lowell, VT, and Diane Parenteau and her husband Paul of Westmore, VT, by her grandchildren: Krystal Curran and her husband Anthony of Johnson, VT, Joshua Mason of Coventry, VT, Cindy Willis and her husband Todd of Derby, VT, Paul Parenteau, Jr and his wife Grace of Peru, NY, Charlie Parenteau and his wife Linda of Wesley Chapel, FL, Raymond Parenteau and his wife Linda of Derby, VT, Linda Griswold and her husband Randy of Lexington, SC, Scott Parenteau of Murphy, NC, and Tina Murray and her husband Montana of SC, 16 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandson Owen Patenaude, by her brother: Wayne Wheeler of Newport, VT, and her sister Lorraine Carter of Maryland, her sisters-in-law Lillian Wheeler of MA, and Sandra Wheeler of Newport, VT, numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters and brothers: Olive Allen, Irene Haskins, Pete Wheeler, Johnny Wheeler, Irwin Wheeler, Dena Wheeler and by three infant siblings. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday June 25, 2016 at the Lakeview Cemetery in Westmore, VT, with the Rev. John Genco officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 78, of Burlington, VT, passed away on June 9, 2016 in Burlington. He was born on June 15, 1937 in Broomfield, VT to Flavia and Ethel (Moody) Boutin. He attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Island Pond and served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1956-1961. In 1963 he married Barbara Sylvester who predeceased him. Bruce was employed as a logger for over 30 years. He also at one time was employed by the Town of Brighton. He also worked for L&M Trucking in Nashua, NH and his father’s paving business. His hobbies included planting and working in his vegetable gardening, doing puzzles, and he was a skilled hunter and trapper. He was a past member of the Teamsters Union in Bangor, Maine. He is survived by his son Bruce David Jenkins of Fairbanks, Alaska, by his brother Donald Boutin and his sister Pamela Nordquist by two grandchildren : Jacob and Nicholas Jenkin and by niece and nephew Laurel and Ed Pierpont. Services will be held on September 26, 2016. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

died on June 10, 2016. She was born in Derby on February 14, 1919 to Roy and Alice Vinton Ames. She graduated from Derby Academy in 1937 and from the Orleans County Memorial Hospital school of nursing with an affiliation at Newark City Hospital in Newark, New Jersey and graduated with an RN degree in 1940. On September 16, 1940 she married Tarlton Hamblett and for a few years continued to do some special duty nursing. Tarlton pre-deceased her in 1995 after they had shared 55 years of marriage. During her lifetime she donated time and energy to numerous causes and activities. She was a member of the PTA, a Cub Scouts den mother, North Country Hospital Auxiliary and a long time member of the United Church and the Home Dem Club. Her survivors are three sons; Timothy Hamblett and his wife Beverly, Rick Hamblett, and Michael Hamblett and his wife Jackie. She is also survived by one sister, Joan Carpenter. She also leaves six grandsons; Marcus Hamblett and his wife Erica, Christopher Hamblett and his wife Karen, Nathan Hamblett and his wife Tracy, Gregory Hamblett and his wife Danielle, Andrew Hamblett and his wife Sarah, and Jordan Hamblett and his wife Shannon. She also leaves 10 great grandchildren and several nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Lyndol Ames. At her request a private celebration of her life and internment will take place at a time to be decided by the family, the date yet to be determined. To those who wish, donations may be made to the Goodrich Memorial Library or the North Country Hospital Auxiliary.

, born July 24th, 1967 in Lawrence , MA lived most of her life Derby, VT and passed away peacefully in the arms of her three loving daughters in Newport, VT on June 10th 2016 after a courageous 3 year battle with cancer. Kimberly was a graduate of Vermont Tech and received her degree in nursing and worked many years as a nurse. She was a nurse at Union house in Glover before being diagnosed; she spent many years at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton, VT and some time at Derby Green in Derby, VT. Kim was an exceptional nurse and was known for her precious smile and her incredible sense of humor. She had a natural ability to treat every patient with great kindness. She had a love for cooking and could bake the best homemade cookies and her signature hot mustard. Kim was very independent and strong-willed. She enjoyed doing home improvement, gardening and made strong friendships with her close neighbors including Felicity and Lester Butterfield, Christine Barrup, and Deb Belise; anyone could fall in love with her strength and humor, she could also light up a whole room with her smile. She loved her children and caring for her family was most important to her. She enjoyed spending her free time with her children and grandchildren. She will be miss by many. Kimberly is predeceased by her parents, Grant and Doris MacLean, along with her brother, Grant MacLean Junior. She is survived by her Step-Mother Marcy MacLean of Inverness Fl, sister, Tricia Maclean of Coventry, VT, her brother, Jonathan Cote of Kingston, NH, and sister Jennifer Frasca of Derry, NH. She is further survived by her children and grandchildren, Julia Bolton and her son, Darion Forbes, of Newport, VT, Gabrielle Bolton and her fiance Derek Sanville and their children, Collin, Caydence and Connor Sanville of Newport, VT, and Selena, Christopher, and Kaitlyn Green, of Derby, VT, her step sons, Cedar and Champ Bolton of Newport, Vt, and the father of her eldest daughters and very special caretaker, Edwin Bolton of Newport center, VT. She had several aunts and uncles. She is also survived by her closest friends including Tammy Chipman, Vanessa Raymond, Amy Blacketer, Hope Bowen, Amy Farley and Shelly Maxwell. A Celebration of Life mass will be celebrated for Kimberly at 2pm on Monday, June 20th, 2016 at St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish, 191 Clermont Terrace in Newport, Vermont. A family receiving time will begin at 1pm . Per family request, in lieu of flowers, please donate to Kim's GoFundMe account

, 92, formerly of Newport Center, died on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at Bel-Aire Center, Newport. She was born on September 3, 1923, in NY, NY to William and Emma Henn (Roth). Arleene graduated from Evander Childs High School in the Bronx, NY. Following graduation she went to work for New York Life Insurance Company in NYC. She married James Avery on August 31, 1945 in New York. They resided in Mt. Kisco, New York for 36 years. Arleene worked for a local bank and then local attorneys in Mt. Kisco. In 1967 she went to work at IBM Headquarters in Armonk, NY as an Executive Secretary. Upon retirement in 1982, she and James moved to Marco Island, Florida. In 1998 they moved to Newport Center. Arleene enjoyed playing bridge, knitting and golf. She is survived by their daughter, Barbara Buchanan and her husband, Craig of Derby. She was predeceased by her husband James in 2012 and by her sister, Muriel Dreher and husband, Frank, of Tucson, AZ. Contributions in her memory may be made to Orleans Essex VNA & Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 74, of Newport, VT, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on June 13, 2016 in Newport. He was born on October 24, 1941 in Sherbrooke, Que to Wilbridge and Angeline Maclure. On June 24, 1961 he married Solange Houle who predeceased him on May 5, 2016. Jean-Pierre was a clerk for the Red and White Grocery Store in Stanstead, Quebec. He had also been employed by Kerr Auto Sales, Frawley Chevrolet, Newport Auto Body and he was a night watchman for North Country Union High School from 1999-2008. Among his hobbies, Jean-Pierre enjoyed camping, playing horseshoes, playing solitaire and putting together jig-saw puzzles. He also very much enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, he loved family gatherings, especially for Chirstmas Eve. He is survived by his children: Roger Maclure of Newport, VT, Andre Maclure of Newport, VT, Marcel Maclure and his wife Mary of Coventry, VT, Francine Maclure of Derby, VT and Sylvie Mathieu and her husband Philip, Sr of Coventry, VT. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Philip Mathieu Jr and wife Brittany, Nathan Mathieu, Brandon Maclure, Nicholas Maclure, Jonathan Maclure and wife Tia, and Kaylee Maclure, as well as his great grandchildren, Evan Mathieu, Levi Mathieu and Alexander Maclure. He is also survived by his siblings: Henri-Louis Maclure of Montreal, Que, Clemence Davis of Sherbrooke, Que, Jacqueline Maclure of Montreal, Que, and Dennis Laviolette (wife Bev), of Vt and by his sister-in-laws Marie- Laure Duquette of Stanstead, Que, Sue Bridges, Pauline Cota and husband Gary and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his infant son Raymond Maclure, Irene and Anatole Houle, and by his brothers: Julien Maclure, Joseph Maclure, Lucien Maclure, Roland Maclure, Paul Maclure, and by a sister Cecile Laviolette. The Maclure family extends a special thank you to the staff of Michaud Manor , in Derby Line, VT for the care they gave JP during his stay at the facility as well as a thank you to the staff at North Country Hospital for their kindness, care and support they extended to JP and his Family during his passing. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Newport, VT with the Rev. Charles Davignon officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 83, of East Haven, VT, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2016 at her home. She was born on December 3, 1932 in Brighton, VT to Claude and Blanche (Stevens) Maxwell. She graduated from Brighton High School in 1951. On June 22, 1951 she married Wyman Alfred Cross who predeceased her on January 24, 2002. Joyce was a very caring and giving person. She loved music and playing her piano. She enjoyed walks and visits with family at campsat Lake Seymour every year. We all loved her dearly. She will be missed so much, by all. Joyce was the bookkeeper for years for her husband’s business. She always took care of the neighbors children and everyone loved our Mom. Mrs. Cross was a member of the Vermont Association of Blind and visually impaired and she was also a member of the consumer advocy board. She is survived by her children: Claudia Giguere and her husband Michael of Newark, VT, Cynthia Shook and her husband Charles of Yalesville, CT, Veronica Olcott and her husband Gary of East ST. Johnsbury, VT, David Cross and his wife Patricia of Lyndonville, VT Joyce Ashman and her husband Larry of Morgan, VT, and Meloday Austin and her companion Rock Ovitt of Island Pond, VT, 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and by her brothers: Blaine Maxwell of Island Pond, VT, Dwight Maxwell and his wife Carole of Island Pond, VT, Robert Maxwell and his wife Charlene of Island Pond, VT, Douglas Maxwell and his wife Marilyn of Island Pond, VT and by her sister June Bingham of East Charleston, VT, by her mother-in-law Evelyn Cross and by her brother-in-law Alfred Cross and his wife Carol all of Newark, VT. She was predeceased by her son William Cross, granddaughter Michelle Olcott, by her sister-in-law Barbara Maxwell, by her brother-in-law Ralph Bingham, her great grandson Bently Layne Giguere, and a special companion Frank Zeigler. The family thanks the Doctor’s and nurses at the North Country Hospital and Caledonia Home Health for all their great care. Friends may call from 4-6 P.M. on Sunday June 19, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Monday June 20, 2016 at the First Congregational Church in Island Pond with the Rev. Alan Magoon officiating. Interment will follow in Woodmount Cemetery, East Burke, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the VT Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 37 Elmwood Ave, Burlington, VT 05401.

(95) died peacefully on June 15th, 2016. He was born on the family farm in Craftsbury Vermont on December 1, 1920, and died in the same house surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Adelard and Marie (Demers) Paquette. Wilfred purchased the farm from his father and ran a very progressive dairy and poultry operation, growing to be the largest chicken farm in the state of Vermont at one time. As a young man, Wilfred had many hobbies. With a passion for flying, he obtained his pilot's license and became part owner of an airplane. He loved to ski, and was one of the earliest skiers on Mt. Mansfield, staying in local farm houses along the mountain road. Wilfred loved people and talking, but most of all he loved his family. He leaves behind his children and their spouses Carole Paquette Myjak (Bill) and children Courtney and Mitchell of San Jose CA, Lucie Paquette (David Ugalde) and daughter Regan of Colchester VT, Maurice Paquette (Karen) and children Rochelle and Maurice II of Burlington VT, and Marc Paquette (Penny) and children Joshua and Caleb of Craftsbury VT. He also leaves behind the mother of his children, Huguette Paquette, a brother Lucien of Middlebury VT and a sister Hilda Thayer of Burlington VT. He was predeceased by brothers Leonel and Ernest, and his sisters Nelda Russ and Leda Lodi. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday June 29th, 2016 at the Curtis-Brtich & Davis funeral in Craftsbury Common, VT from 5:00-8:00pm A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Craftsbury VT on June 30th at 1:00pm. Burial will be in the Craftsbury Village Cemetery next to his parents. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to VT Catholic Charities.

, 87, of Island Pond, VT, passed away on June 16th, 2016 in Newport, VT. He was born on October 13th, 1928 in West Charleston, VT. He was the son of Daniel and Susan (Gilfillan) Allen. Mr. Allen was a Marine Corps. Veteran of the Korean war. He married Dorothy (Brooks) Allen on November 22, 1949. He was a member of the Lions Club, American Legion Post #80, the Fire Department, and president of the snowmobile club all of Island Pond, VT. He sold insurance for Modern Woodmen Insurance Company for 38 years. He loved to go hunting, fishing and camping. He always loved to be outdoors. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Allen of Island Pond, 2 sons, Robert Allen of Island Pond, Steven Allen and his wife Connie of Merrimack, NH, eleven grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandsons. He was predeceased by his son Ronald Allen, his brother Sherman Allen and his sister Louray Roy. Visiting hours will be held at the Curtis-Brtich-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road (Sias Avenue) in Newport, VT, on Monday June 20th, 2016 from 4:00-6:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Hillside Cemetery in East Charleston, VT. Memorial contributions may be made in Moses’s name to a charity of one’s choice.

, 67, of Newport, VT passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 16th, 2016 in Lebanon, NH. Edwin was born on May 17th, 1949 in Newport to Clifton and Madeline (Hill) Newton. Edwin attended Newport High School and then enlisted in the United States Army. He served as a Sergeant in the Army Corps of Engineers, hauling heavy equipment, and was stationed in Germany before being transferred to Vietnam. Edwin was honorably discharged in ­­­1971 and returned to Newport. He was raised to the Sublime Degree of a Master Mason in Memphremagog Lodge #65 F&AM on February 26th, 1972. On April 5th, 1975, Ed married the love of his life, Nancy Lawson, who survives him. Ed was a truck driver for Blue Flame Gas for 24 years and before that he worked for Calkins Redimix for 21 years. He was an active member of the City of Newport Fire Department, and of Memphremagog Lodge #65 F&AM for 44 years. Ed loved antique trucks and tractors. He is survived by his wife Nancy Newton of Newport, VT, his children: Chuck Newton and his fiancé Stacy Harkabus of Derby, and Amy Newton of Newport, VT. He is also survived by his sister Beverly Newton of Plymouth, NH; and innumerable friends. Friends may call on Thursday, June 23rd 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 24th 2016 at the United Church of Newport, 63 Third Street, with James Merriam and Janet Wiseman officiating. A Masonic Service will also be held at that time. Interment will follow at the Coventry Cemetery located on Coventry Station Rd with full military honors. Donations in Ed’s memory can be made to the United Church of Newport and to Memphremagog Lodge #65 F&M care of Colin Brock, 1 Sloan St. Newport, VT. The Newton family would like to express sincere gratitude to Newport Ambulance Service, Newport Police Department, and the Newport Fire Department for their response in our time of need on Wednesday, June 15th, and to North Country Hospital and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for their care of Edwin.

passed away on June 17, 2016 at Bel-Aire Center in Newport. She was born on March 6, 1928 to Guy and Luella (Tice) Robbins. On April 18, 1948, she married Gardner Taylor who predeceased her on November 30, 2000. Frances was a kind and caring lady who enjoyed life to the fullest. She was always up for a game of cards, a shopping trip, a day at the lake, or just an afternoon of conversation on her front porch. She was an avid reader, enjoyed bird watching, and gardening. She took great pride in her flower gardens and her home. Frances was a great sports fan who especially enjoyed NASCAR racing and looked forward to watching her favorite driver race each weekend. She also took pleasure in evening rides to look for deer and enjoy the scenery of the place she loved so much. Above all, Frances loved her family. Her greatest joy came from visits with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews. She leaves behind her children: Judy Parker and her husband Keith of Greer, SC, Ron Taylor and his wife Lynn of Bloomington Springs, TN, Susan Call and her husband David of Meadville, PA, Pat Gelo and her husband Dennis of Derby, Scott Taylor and his fiancée Julie Letourneau of West Charleston, and son-in-law Roland Garneau of Derby Line. Also her brother Milton Robbins and his wife Beverly of Huntsville, AL, her sisters Ruth Marsh of Derby, Marion Bates of Bradenton, FL, and sister-in-law Tootie Robbins of Citrus Springs, FL, 15 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She also leaves a very special woman who she considered a 5th daughter, Susan Fortin of Derby. Frances was predeceased by her daughter Lisa Garneau by her brother Stanley Robbins, and by brothers-in-law Joe Marsh and Phil Bates. She was deeply loved and will be forever missed by all. Funeral services will be held at Curtis - Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Rd, Newport, VT, on June 22nd at 11 am with a visiting hour at 10am. The Reverend John Genco will be officiating the service. Interment immediately following the service at Derby Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Derby Line Ambulance Service, 67 Beech St., Derby Line, Vt. 05830.

93 of Westfield, Vermont passed away on June 24, 2016. Raymond was born July 28, 1922 in Westfield, Vermont. His father Forrest and mother Bertha Verge. His wife Alice Roy Sheltra and sons Robert and Craig are deceased. Raymond worked in Lowell, Mass and in 1943 returned to Vermont to work at the Bobbin Mill in Westfield. Raymond also owned and operated a milk route and worked at the Kraft Cheese Factory in Troy, Vermont. Then employed by Carpenter and Marsh Tap and Die shop in Newport, Vermont as a machinist until retirement. Raymond is survived by his sister Delpha Coulter of Westfield and grandsons Robin and Todd Sheltra residing in Pulaski, NY. "Ray" as everyone called him, was an avid outdoorsman and was know as one of the best houndsman in the state of Vermont. Ray owned many coon, bear and rabbit hounds over the years. Ray was known also for his knowledge of firearms and was an excellent marksman. A grave side service is planned for July 18, 2016 at 11:00 am at the North Hill Cemetery on North Hill Road, Westfield, Vermont, with the Rev. David Dizazzo officiating. "Grandpa" may your new hunting grounds be full of game, we love you and will miss you dearly.

, Jr. 82, of Barton, VT, passed away on June 25th, 2016 surrounded by his loving family and care givers at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. He was born on May 21st, 1934 in Barton, VT. He was the son of George Sr, and Mildred (Hoyt) Paquette. George served in the United States Army from 1954-1956 spending 18 months in Germany and was honorably discharged. He married Yolande St.Onge on May 28, 1956. He was a member of the American Legion Post 76 in Barton, and a member of the Newport Elks Lodge #2155. He worked for the Dept of Motor Vehicles for 26 years, and became the Director of Field Services. He loved deer hunting, fishing, reading (especially newspapers), working in his vegetable garden, and riding on his Kabota Tractor. George is survived by his wife Yolande, their three daughters and their children; Carol Paquette of Montpelier, VT, Carmen Billings and her husband Roland of Morrisville, VT, Cheryl Lafleur and her husband Wayne of Barton, VT, 6 grandchildren; Jordan and Jasmin Billings, Mitchel Pion, Isabelle Banse, Colby and Amelia Lafleur, 1 great grandchild, Zoe Warner, one sister, Marie Letourneau of Barton, VT, two sister-in-law’s, Garde Paquette of Barton, VT, and Rita St. Onge, Enosburg Falls, VT, one brother-in-law, George St.Onge, and his wife Line of P.Q, and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers, Carl and Howard Paquette, and by two sisters and their husbands: Margaret Bartlett and her husband Dale, and Theresa Ingersoll and her husband Arthur. Memorial contributions may be made in George’s memory to the: Mary Wright Halo Foundation, (for families of cancer victims) 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport VT 05855. Funeral services will be held on Friday July 1st, 2016 at 11:00am at St. Paul’s Church in Barton, VT, where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Timothy Naples.

, 88, of Irasburg, Vermont passed away on June 27, 2016 in Newport. She was born on August 14, 1927 in Brownington, VT to Isadore and Sarah (Beaulieu) Duff. On October 27, 1945 she married Roger A. Boucher who predeceased her. During her lifetime she was an assembler for Centronic Electronics in Hudson, NH. Among her hobbies she enjoyed crocheting, reading, making puzzles and listening to books on tapes. She is survived by her daughter Joanne Gagnon and her husband Roger of Irasburg, VT, by her grandsons: Douglas and William Gagnon, by her great grandchildren: Desiree, Elizabeth, Alexis, and Samantha. She is also survived by her brother Normand Duff and his wife Lucy of Angier, NC, and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Gloria, and longtime friend of 70 years Carmelle Provencher. Services will be in Nashua, NH at a later date at the convenience of the family.

, Jr, 58, of West Charleston, VT, passed away on June 29, 2016 at his home. He was born on March 31, 1958 in Newport, VT to David Charles Broe, Sr (deceased) and Pauline (Holmes) Broe. Dave graduated from West Charleston Elementary School and North Country Union High School where he was president of F.F.A. He married Paula Vandiver who survives him. He is also survived by his daughter, Erin Broe Swafford, and her husband, Cory Swafford, of Waterbury, VT; by his brother, John Broe, and his wife, Pauline, of West Charleston, VT, his sister, Rosemary Goodridge, and her husband, Kevin, of Albany, VT, and by his nieces and nephews: Shannon Freehart, Shane Wiggett, Sarah Hardin, Samson Wiggett, John Broe, Jr, Jeremy Broe, and Justin Broe. Dave worked for over 20 years at Columbia Forest Products and was most recently employed at Austin’s Rubbish. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed playing and watching football, playing softball with his brother and nephews, playing chess, and working on his wood pile. Dave also loved all of his animals: Thor, Tiny, Bella, Cujo, Nylah, P-2, Psycho, Misty Bleu, Pepper, and Sunshine. Friends may call from 7-9 P.M. on July 5, 2016 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. A graveside service will be held at 11 A.M. on July 6, 2016 at the West Charleston Cemetery, West Charleston, VT, with the Rev. Daniel Prue officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.