WILDER - Allan Clark Bellew
....show , 98, long-time Central Vermont resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the VA Hospital in White River Junction, VT.
Born on November 16, 1919 in Winchester, MA, he was the son of John and Isabel Bellew. He graduated from Winchester High School in 1937 and maintained strong lifelong friendships from his childhood years in Winchester. After high school he attended Wagner Sign School in Boston.
At the outbreak of World War II, Allan enlisted in the United States Army. He served with distinction in the Pacific Theater in the 238th AAA Searchlight Battalion in New Guinea, New Britain, and the Philippines and was honorably discharged with the rank of Master Sergeant.
On July 9, 1946 he married Caroline Haugh. They met while both worked at the Everyday Bookshop in Boston. They lived in Williamstown VT for 40 years where they raised their family before moving to Montpelier. After becoming empty nesters, they spent many happy winters in Orange City, Florida. In 2005 they moved to Wilder, VT where Allan cared for Caroline for several years until her death in 2012.
Allan began his career as a sign painter and operated Bellew Sign Company in Barre for several years, then later worked for Barre Sign Company until his retirement. He was also a substitute rural mail carrier in Williamstown, a job he enjoyed as it led him to meet many town residents. Children sending letters to Santa might just find a handwritten reply in their mailbox the next day.
Allan enjoyed ice skating, running, tennis and listening to Big Band music and spending time with friends and family. He could fix almost anything. His daughters have fond memories of him telling them original bedtime stories. He was a member of the Freemasons of Vermont for 60 years.
Survivors include two daughters, Caren LaRocque and her husband Andrew of Church Hill, TN, and Sally Bellew of Wilder, VT, a grandson Jason Billings and his wife Krista of Church Hill, TN, and a granddaughter Lesley Donahue and her husband Michael of Southington, CT. He also leaves two grandsons, Connor and Ronin Billings of Church Hill, TN as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Edmands.
A graveside service to celebrate and honor Allan's life will be held at Hope Cemetery in the spring at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Allan's family would like to thank Dr. Barbara Lazar, Deborah Shope, and all the staff at the VA Hospital in White River as well as the staff of the VA Eye Clinic in Jamaica Plain, MA.
Memorial contributions in Allan's name may be made to the Salvation Army or to Advance Transit, PO Box 1027 Wilder, Vermont 05088. He appreciated Advanced Transit bus services and their friendly drivers after he stopped driving for himself.
BARRE TOWN – Selwyn F. “Sonny” Bowen
....show , age 86, of Crescent Lane died Thursday morning January 11, 2018 at his home with his family about him.
Born August 17, 1931 in Barre City, he was the son of Hylas and Blanche (Borry) Bowen and stepson of Arthur Remillard. He attended Spaulding High School and after graduation enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1949. He served with the 70th Armored Field Artillery Battalion during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged in 1952.
On March 19, 1955 he married Mary Ann Paterson in Barre. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre.
Sonny was first employed as a machinist/welder/fabricator at Smith, Whitcomb and Cook where he helped install and maintain many of the ski lifts in Stowe and Mt. Mansfield. He spent many a cold night on the mountains helping prepare lifts. We heard some great stories of coming down the mountain, in the dark, on shovels. When at Dynapower he fabricated enclosures for industrial power distribution systems. Sonny did take a career detour for about 10 years where he received training and worked in the appliance repair field but did eventually return to fabrication. He was a man of detail and high standards. It was always important to do things the right way.
Sonny loved hunting, fishing, woodworking, golfing, but nothing was more important to him than attending his grandchildren’s events and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Barre Fish and Game Club, the American Legion Post #10 of Barre, the Canadian Club and the VFW Post #790 also of Barre. He loved Vermont and his country, showing this by volunteering as a fireman and placing flags for Veterans in the cemeteries for Memorial Day.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Bowen, of Barre Town; his son Steve Bowen and his wife, Vicky of Reedville, VA; his daughter Linda Boyce and her husband, Tom of Colchester; his daughter Lori Bullock and her husband, Ralf of Barre Town; and his daughter Pam Lenahan and her husband, Joe of Barre; nine grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
His life will be honored and celebrated in the First Presbyterian Church of Barre on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. There are no calling hours. Later interment will be made in the Wilson Cemetery in Barre Town.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.
WALDEN/WILLIAMSTOWN – Janet B. (Avery) Jones
....show , 49, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at Central Vermont Medical Center surrounded by her family of a short battle with cancer.
Born March 26, 1968, she is the daughter of William and Linda K. Avery. Janet attended Williamstown Schools and graduated with the class of 1986.
Survivors include her parents William and Linda Avery; her husband William G. Jones; her son Christopher Cook and his fiancée Jill; two stepsons Nathan W. Jones and Ethan V. Jones and their spouses; her sisters Billie Jo Brown and companion, James; Bobbie Jo Powers and her husband, Shawn; her brothers Joshua Avery; James Avery and his wife, Darcy; and Nathaniel Avery; two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law; her two grandmothers; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A private celebration of life has been held as part of Janet’s last wish.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Central Vermont Medical Center, PO Box 547, Barre, VT 05641.
WILLIAMSTOWN – Andrew Dustin Melendy
....show , 72, of Fox Run Road passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Born March 18, 1945 in Barre City, he was the son of Warren A. and Evangeline A. (Whitcomb) Melendy. He attended elementary school in Johnson, Chelsea and Upper Websterville before attending Spaulding High School.
In 1965 he joined the U.S. Army serving as an Ordinance Support Specialist until he was honorably discharged in 1967.
Andrew married Linda Randall in 1967 and they later separated. On December 31, 1993 he married Pearl Emerson in Orange. He lived in the central Vermont area eventually settling in Williamstown.
He was first employed by the City of Montpelier in the Public Works Department before working as a truck driver for Cooley, Jerry Perantoni and Pike Paving Companies.
Andrew was a lifetime member of the Canadian Club of Barre and in his spare time he enjoyed watching racing, going camping, building campfires, mowing his lawn, snowmobiling and going to his grandson Dylan’s dirt bike races. He also loved spending time with his grand dogs Dexter and Sassy.
Survivors include his wife, Pearl Melendy of Williamstown; his step-daughter Cindy MacRitchie and her husband, Cooper of Williamstown; his step-son Herman Spencer, III of Benson; and his daughter’s best friend, Maria West, who was like a daughter to him; his grandson Dylan MacRitchie and his partner, Bailee Tremblay of Williamston; and granddaughter Riley MacRitchie of Williamstown; his brothers Stephen Melendy of East Montpelier and Bruce Melendy and his wife, Donna; and three sisters, Dianne Bishop of Northfield, Joanne Tremblay and her husband, Roger of Websterville, and Carole Noury and her husband, Michael of Williamstown, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Angel Melendy; his sister, Sherla Melendy; his nephew Nickleous Bishop; and his Uncle Dallas Melendy.
A service to celebrate and honor his life will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Family and friends may call on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Entombment will be in the Hooker and Whitcomb Vault to await later interment in the Wilson Cemetery in Websterville.
SALISBURY - Joyce Ann (Gardner) Cameron
....show , 73, while residing at Woodridge Nursing Home, left the hands and tore the hearts of her family and loved ones as she stepped into the loving arms of her savior, Jesus, on January 3rd, 2018.
Joyce was the daughter of the late Clarence and Jean (Ward) Gardner. She was born in New York, NY on October 15th, 1944. Joyce graduated from Valhalla High School, (NY) in 1963 and later from O’Brien’s school of Cosmetology in Burlington, VT. After a few years as a hairdresser, Joyce operated a shop from her home in Salisbury, while raising her family until 1986. She began work for the Town of Salisbury as Clerk and retired from the City Clerk’s office in Vergennes in 2006. After retirement, she gave of her time at the Pregnancy Resource Center of Addison County in Middlebury.
Mom loved the Lord, her family and friends; enjoyed laughter, flowers, feeding the birds, and gardening. She vacationed on the coast of Maine for many years and loved the ocean, lighthouses, collecting shells, and walking the beach or reading a good book nearby. We said a long goodbye while she lived with fronto-temporal dementia for the last five years, but even in that she loved life and lived it well; giving back to those who knew her and met her. She was always quick with a smile and a sparkle in the eye.
Joyce is survived by her children that include her daughter Barbara Pine and her husband Ken of Holland, VT, daughter Kim LaCount and her husband Brian of Moretown, son John LaFountaine of Moriah, NY, son Chris LaFountaine of Addison, son Gabriel Cameron and his wife Karen of Salisbury, and daughter Jeannie Tucker and her husband Kaillum of Maddison, WI, as well as fourteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Additional survivors include her brother James Gardner and his partner Terri Cutrone-Donnelly of Danbury, CT, sister Margaret Heartsong and her husband Robert of Parker Dam, CA, sister Marian Reynolds and her husband William of Brewster, NY, sister Kathy Gardner of Redding, CT, and brother John Gardner and his partner Joan Pulver of Brewster, NY along with many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, and sister, Barbara O’Boyle of Danbury CT.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will take place later this summer in Vergennes, VT.
In lieu of flowers, gifts of memorial in her name may be made to the Pregnancy Resource Center of Addison County, PO Box 56, Middlebury, VT 05753.
DUXBURY – Amy M. Durand
....show , 44, of Route 100 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at her home.
Born February 3, 1973 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Howard J. and Mickey (Barron) Durand, Sr. She attended Moretown Elementary School and graduated from Harwood Union High School.
She grew up in Moretown and settled in the Duxbury area where she lived out the remainder of her life.
Amy was a member of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Her animals were her children, Dylan, Abby, Heidi, Riley and her three cats. She loved spending time with her family, cooking and gardening.
Survivors include her sisters Donna Morris and her husband, Bob of Montpelier; Betty Durand and her husband, Danny Chamberlin of Moretown; her brothers Howard Durand and his wife, Robin of Duxbury; David Koester and his wife, Kathy of Bolton; and Bob Durand and his life-long friend Lynn of Moretown; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her father Howard J. Durand, Sr.; her mother Mickey Durand; her sister Abigail Whitaker; and her brother Raymond Durand.
A gathering and celebration of her life will be held at her home later at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929, the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 75816, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.
The family wishes to thank the nurses at Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, especially Martha.
BARRE TOWN - Beth Ellen McKinstry
....show , 52, of Ridgewood Terrace passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at her home after a brief illness.
Born May 13, 1965 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Thomas and Melanie (Walker) Magwire. She attended Barre Town Elementary School and graduated from Spaulding High School with the class of 1983. After graduation she made her home in Barre Town.
Beth was employed as a para-educator and administrative assistant with the Barre City School System for over 25 years. She was a member of the Vermont and National Education Associations.
In her spare time, Beth was a bargain hunter and enjoyed poking around thrift stores, she loved going to the beach and helping others. Most of all, she loved spending time with friends and family, especially her grandson.
Survivors include her partner Michael A. Walker of Barre Town; her parents, Thomas and Melanie Magwire of Graniteville; her daughter Lauren McKinstry and her fiancée David Gilbert and their son, Karsen Gilbert of Williamstown; her son Stephen McKinstry and his fiancée Mandy Imburgio of Williamstown; her brother Darin Magwire and his partner, Amanda Young of Graniteville; her sister Cynthia Fitzgerald and her partner Gary Couture of Ward, CO; her paternal grandmother Shirley Webb of Graniteville; and her uncle David Walker and his wife, Sandra of Chester, VT; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her maternal Grandmother Idabelle Walker and her husband, Lawrence; and her paternal Grandfather Harold Magwire.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington Street, Barre, VT. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 or to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, 55 Day Lane,
GRANITEVILLE - Eleanor Olive Brown
....show , 78, of Pirie Road passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin with her loving family at her bedside.
Born January 18, 1940 at the family farmhouse in Rye, NH, she was the daughter of Eldon and Edna (Snell) Howard. She loved her summers and weekends spent at the family farm surrounded by animals and running through the fields with her sister Marjorie. One of her favorite pastimes was roller skating on the sidewalks in Concord with neighborhood friends. In junior high, she worked babysitting and cabin cleaning for the Sanborns in Chichester, NH where we suspect she decided that housework and raising a lot of children was something she really enjoyed. Eleanor graduated Concord High School with her focus in business and secretarial sciences and enjoyed her role on the basketball team.
On February 24, 1957, she married the love of her life, Charles Brown in Chichester, NH. After their marriage, they lived in several different states to accommodate Charles' military assignments. She always found a church in the area, sang in the choir, and volunteered in any way she could. In 1968, her dream of returning to New England, living on a small farm, raising children and never having to move again came true. To quote her husband, "I bought Eleanor a horse and they threw in the farm."
Eleanor was an active member of the Websterville Baptist Church for 47 years where she was a deaconess and sang in the choir faithfully. She and her best friend, Madeline Shute, sang duets with guitars at church and nursing homes. Eleanor also taught kindergarten and fulfilled office duties for the Websterville Baptist School for many years. She also worked at the Perfect Fit Dress Shop.
She extended a wing to anyone who needed help and the extended family she gathered could always count on her to pull them through the tough times. Her family never wanted for love and affection- she was always a part of family fun and games. Family pets of all kinds, especially horses and horseback riding were very dear to her. Eleanor's love and commitment to her husband were an example to everyone, a love that lasted over 60 years.
Survivors include her husband, Charles K. Brown of Graniteville; her son David Tosi and his wife, Marilyn, of Utica, NY; her daughter Debra Brown Martin and her husband, Bruce, of Williamstown; her son Charles K. Brown, Jr., and his wife Anne, of Barre Town; her daughter Brenda Brown Lewallen of Northfield; her son Andrew Brown and his wife, Wendy, of Barre Town; and her brother John Howard and his wife, Shirley, of Concord, NH. Eleanor’s grandchildren include Eric Nelson Brown (Kim), Charles M. Brown, Samantha Walsh (Luke), Toby Luman (Kiley), Sam Tosi (Suad), Amanda Barber (Phillip), Allison Kittredge (Jordan), and Eric Thompson. Eleanor was blessed with several great-grandchildren, Emma and Hannah Brown, Jesse Brown Carrier, Owen Thompson, Jackson Brown, Hayden Barber, Kason and Kyla Kittredge, Grace Townsend, and Mikaela Townsend, whose daughter Sophia is Eleanor’s great-great-grandchild, as well as niece Darlene Howard Duetsch (Peter).
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Marjorie Frizzell.
A heartfelt thank you to the case managers and caregivers who helped her stay at home- it meant the world to her and the family.
The service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at the White Chapel on the Norwich University Campus, Main Street, Northfield. Family and friends may call on Thursday, February 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. For a memorial guestbook, visit www.hookerwhitcomb.com
To honor her memory, contributions may be made to the Websterville Christian Academy Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1, Websterville, VT 05678.
BARRE TOWN – John W. Anderson
....show , 79, or West Cobble Hill Road passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at St. Marks Evangelist Church in New Tampa, Florida.
Born November 6, 1938 in Webster, Massachusetts, he was the son of Waldemar and Dorothy (Wilson) Anderson. John attended the West Street Elementary School in Southbridge, MA and graduated from the Mary E. Wells High School in Southbridge, MA in 1956. After high school, he attended the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts graduating in 1958.
On October 10, 1959, he married Natalie Lockhart in Southbridge, MA. After their marriage, they made their home in Massachusetts before moving to Vermont in 1962.
John was first employed by the State of Massachusetts as a milk inspector. After moving to Vermont, he and Natalie bought a farm in Berlin. After being in sales for several years he began his own business and founded Vermont Concrete Cutting, Inc., and ran that until his death.
His memberships included the St. Monica Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Canadian Club of Barre.
In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, camping, traveling, going to his and Natalie’s home in Florida, watching the New England Patriots, and playing cards. He loved animals and socializing with friends and family.
Survivors include his wife Natalie Anderson of Barre Town; his son Scott Anderson and his fiancée Kathy of Alexandria, NH; his son Doug Anderson and his wife, Janelle of Barre City; his son Gary Anderson of Barre Town; and his daughter Heidi Gerrish and her husband, Mark of Williamstown; and his son Todd Anderson of Barre; his grandchildren Garrett, Amanda, Bradley, Zachary, Tyler, Troy, Lauren, Chloe, Olivia, and Brice; his great-grandchildren Parker, Riley, and Claire; his special furbabies “Ginger” and “Wally”; his sister Sally Watson and her husband, Howard of Maryland; his brother David Anderson and his wife, Jean of Maine; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins; and a special family member Marc Archambault of Charlton, MA.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister Polly Deveau and her husband, Roger.
The Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Monica Catholic Church, 79 Summer Street, Barre. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
BARRE TOWN - David E. Cumming
....show , 83, died Saturday, January 20, 2018, at the University of Vermont Medical Center, one week after suffering a stroke at home.
David was born in Barre on October 6, 1934, the youngest son of David and J. Gertrude (Thomson) Cumming.
David was a life-long member of the Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) in Barre. He attended Lincoln Graded School and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1952, maintaining several very close friendships with classmates and always looking forward to class reunions. David went directly into the workforce, beginning at the Vermont State Department of Education in Montpelier, where he worked from 1952-1957. It was there he met his future bride, Gail M. Colby. From 1957-1959 he took a leave from work and joined the US Army and was stationed in West Germany in the 7th Army Headquarters. In 1959, he returned to Barre and the Education Department and completed his military obligation through the Vermont National Guard.
In June 1960, David began his 36-year-long career as the Administrative Assistant to the Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Public Safety. On September 23, 1961, David and Gail were married. They lived in Barre City, East Barre, and then Barre Town and raised two sons. David retired from his long-time position in 1996, receiving the honorary rank of Sergeant Major in a ceremony at the State House.
David was extremely active in a multitude of Masonic and associated bodies for the majority of his life. He began as a charter member of Barre’s Robert Burns Chapter, Order of DeMolay, and then was raised as a member of Granite Lodge #35, F&AM. He held many local and state-level positions in every branch and received numerous honorary awards for his decades of contributions to the craft, including Scottish Rite’s 33rd degree. He and Gail made many life-long friends through the relationships they developed through Freemasonry and Eastern Star.
David’s interest in youth activities was evidenced by his many years of serving as a coach and secretary for the Green Mountain Little League and advisor for the local DeMolay chapter. He was also an avid deer hunter for many years, hunting in Orange County and the Northeast Kingdom. During the 1995 season he bagged a 10-point, 207-pound whitetail in Lewis, Vermont, that made the Vermont Big Game Trophy Award Program’s All-Time Antler Scores list. This was a great source of pride. He enjoyed trout fishing and fly fishing and became quite good at tying his own flies. David also liked following the Detroit Tigers and New England Patriots.
David and Gail enjoyed traveling around the US and Canada on many Masonic-related trips. David was very proud of his Scottish heritage, visiting Scotland three times, including a vacation there with his family. Other destinations included the US Southwest and its many canyons, Alaska, the Canadian Rockies, and the Panama Canal.
David was predeceased by his parents, his brother Robert and wife Edith (Geake), and his brother Francis.
David will be lovingly remembered by Gail, his wife of 56 years; son George, his wife Karen and grandchildren Brennan, Lauren and Connor; son Douglas, his wife Michele; niece Mary Jane, her fiancé Fred Costello; niece Isabella; sister-in-law Ana (Amor); and by multiple generations of nieces and nephews from Gail’s side of the family. His humor, playfulness, and story-telling will be especially missed. The family wishes to thank all the professionals who provided health care to David over the past several years, especially Dr. Jeremiah Eckhaus.
His funeral service will be on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Church of Good Shepherd, 39 Washington Street, Barre. Family and friends may call on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Entombment will be in the Hooker and Whitcomb Vault to await a private burial in the spring.
Memorial contributions may be made to Granite Lodge #35, F&AM, 2 Academy Street, Barre, VT 05641 or to The Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal), 39 Washington Street, Barre, VT 05641.
WILLIAMSTOWN– Ugo Joseph Sartorelli
....show , 92, died peacefully on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Central Vermont Medical Center after a brief illness.
He was born on July 25, 1925 in Nashua, NH to Cherubino and Josephine (Sassi) Sartorelli. His early years were spent in Milford, NH and Brattleboro, VT, and lived the majority of his life in Barre, VT. At the time of his death, he was a resident of The Gardens in Williamstown, where he had resided for nearly four years.
Ugo served in the United States Army from 1943 – 1946, where he was a disabled tank retrieval specialist in the European theater of World War II. He was awarded four battle stars for valor, including one for the Battle of the Bulge. Upon his return to Barre after the war, he graduated from Spaulding High School and then from the University of Vermont in 1950 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics.
He married Lillian Adolfsen on October 11, 1952 and they established their home on Waterman St. where they lived for 56 years. Lillian predeceased Ugo on August 27, 2017, less than two months shy of their 65th wedding anniversary.
Ugo began a career in police internal affairs that spanned over 35 years at the Vermont State Department of Public Safety. Later in his career, the Governor appointed him to the parole board and state police board. He served the police board until 2016.
He is survived by his three children: Lisa (Dale) Merski of Westfield, NJ, Dr. Kennith (Mary Beth) Sartorelli of Williston, VT, and Linda (Frank) Lennox of Uxbridge, MA, and nine grandchildren: Jeffrey and Samantha Merski, David, Ellen, Elizabeth, and Dana Sartorelli, and Cory, Taylor, and Nicholas Lennox.
Ugo was a fan of college and professional football, NASCAR racing, jazz music and reading. He was a member of the Barre Elks Lodge 1535, Barre American Legion Post 10, Brown-Johnson VFW Post 792 of Montpelier, the Vermont State Police Retirement Association and lastly, but not least, the Mutuo, Inc. Italian American Club. He was very proud of his Italian heritage and to be the Mutuo’s oldest and longest living member of the club with his membership spanning over 50 years.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica Church, 79 Summer St., Barre. Interment will follow in the family plot at Hope Cemetery in Barre. Friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
BARRE – Eileen Catherine Donovan
....show a long-time resident of Camp Street passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin with her loving family at her bedside.
Born April 18, 1956 in Montague, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (McQuade) Giguere. She was a National Honor Society–Athlete graduating from Bellows Falls Union High School in 1974 and from the University of Vermont in 1978 where she played varsity basketball and lacrosse. She was a passionate follower the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and New England Patriots. Eileen was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Barre.
Eileen worked as an accountant for the Vermont State Colleges at the Chancellor’s Office for 24 years and as Controller at Vermont Technical College for 14 years before retiring in 2016.
Eileen is survived by her husband of 29 years Bruce Donovan of Barre; her children Jenna Donovan of Colchester and Jack Donovan of Denver, Colorado; her siblings Art Giguere of Summerville, South Carolina and Carol Guild of Bellows Falls, Vermont; nieces and nephews and three aunts.
She was predeceased by her parents.
In lieu of flowers her family requests contributions be made in memory of Eileen to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.
A celebration of life will be held in the spring at the convenience of the family.
MARSHFIELD – Arnold Perley Dexter
....show , 79, of Vermont Route 232 passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin with his family at his bedside.
Born November 13, 1938 in Barre, he was the son of Perley A. and Bertha (Minor) Dexter. He attended Elementary School in Corinth, VT and Townsend, MA. After his schooling, he joined the Airforce and served as an aviation mechanic.
On August 1, 1959 he married Linda Jean Chaffee. Following their marriage, they lived in East Orange and Orange before eventually settling in Marshfield.
He was first employed at the Barre Sign Company and then became self employed as a mechanic and saw sharpener. He later worked for Pierson’s Garage where he was a bus driver and mechanic. He started working with John Cole who had started a muffler shop. Arnold later purchased the business from John with the help of the Northfield Savings Bank and operated it as Cole’s Muffler Center until his retirement.
He was a member of the Montpelier Lodge of Elks BPOE #924. In his spare time, he enjoyed coin collecting, hunting, fishing, trips to Maine and most of all time spent with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife Linda Dexter of Marshfield; his children Luther Dexter of Barre; Cathy Dexter of Marshfield; and Raymond Dexter of Barre; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; his sister Louise Tabor of Alabama and his brother Benjamin Dexter of East Barre; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
His service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre, VT. There are no calling hours.
MARSHFIELD – Greta M. Sayers
....show , 80, of Hollister Hill Road passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Born February 19, 1938 in Marshfield, she was the daughter of Kenneth H. and Bessie E. (Dunn)
Bassett. Greta attended elementary school in Marshfield and Montpelier High School.
On September 5, 1953 she married James A. Sayers in Northfield. After their marriage, they made their home in Marshfield.
Greta was employed as a school bus driver for Twinfield High School retiring after 28 years of service. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star serving as Worthy Matron in the North Montpelier chapter.
In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, travelling, playing the guitar and singing, and going camping.
Greta loved her family dearly and especially her sister Geraldine Gilman.
Survivors include her husband, James Sayers of Marshfield; her daughter Joyce White of Marshfield, her son James Sayers, Jr., of Marshfield; her daughter Crystal Pierce and her husband, James of Ferrisburgh; her daughter Vicki Borland and her husband, James of East Calais; her son Terrance Sayers and his wife, Kimberley of Enosburg Falls; her sister Geraldine Gilman of East Calais; her grandchildren Joseph White; Rebecca Wallace; Eric Proof; Matthew Proof; Terrance Sayers, Jr.; Schuyler Sayers; Ryan Sayers; Grace Sayers; Brendan Pierce; Tyler Pierce; Michelle Withers; Renee Charron; as well as many great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers Calvin Bassett; Raymond Bassett; her sister Carolyn Sayers; and grandson Aaron Sayers.
The service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. There are no calling hours. Entombment will be in the Hooker and Whitcomb Vault to await later interment in the Eaton Cemetery in Marshfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, VT 05495.
WILLIAMSTOWN – Patricia Mae Jones
....show , 70, of Soucy Lane, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018, at her home with her family at her side after a valiant fight with cancer.
Born on March 2, 1947 in Barre, she was the daughter of Maurice Joseph and Dulcina Adele (St. Cyr) Goulette. She attended St. Monica Elementary School and Marian High School both in Barre. Pat attended St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre.
In December of 1991, Patricia married Arthur A. Jones in Williamstown. Following their marriage, they lived in Williamstown before moving to Missouri. After several years, they returned to Williamstown.
While living in Missouri Pat made lifelong friendships with the Amish community especially Ellie, Ruth Ann, Mary, Ida Rose and their families. She belonged to multiple animal associations including the Foxtrot Association for horses. In Vermont, Pat continued to have a deep love and respect for all animals especially horses and her dog, “Bud”. She enjoyed farming, embroidery, crafts, painting, etching, and sewing.
For thirty years, she was an accountant for the State of Vermont in the Motor Vehicle and Highway Departments until her retirement.
Survivors include her husband, Arthur Jones of Williamstown; four daughters, Amy and her husband, John Graves of North Carolina, Kim and her husband, Chuck Wilson of Missouri, Rae Dunican of Vermont, Kara Chasse and her husband, Matthew of Massachusetts; her son, Chad Benoit of Kansas; three stepchildren, Tara Reil and her husband, Terry of Barre Town, Rebecca Lew and her husband, David of Georgia and George Jones and his wife, Jenine of Georgia; twenty-six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; and her sister, Theresa Boudreau of Colchester.
She was predeceased by her parents, her grandson William Claus and first husband, Norman Benoit.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre. There are no calling hours. Later inurnment will take place in the spring in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Saint Jude’s Children Hospital, 705 Central Avenue, Cincinnati, OH.
BARRE TOWN – George Leslie Lowe
....show , 83, of East Cobble Hill Road, died Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington surrounded by his family.
Born December 3, 1934 in Brattleboro, he was the son of George H. and Ruth (Knowlton) Lowe.
He graduated from Bellows Falls High School in 1953. Following his Army Service during the Korean Conflict from 1953 to 1955, he graduated from Castleton College with a B.S. Degree in Education in 1959 and later his Master’s Degree in Secondary Education from the University of Arizona, in Tucson.
In June of 1958, he married Nancy J. Rowlee in Reading, VT. For the past 40 years, they have resided at their present home in Barre Town.
After numerous years in the field of education, he became Director of Emergency Management for the State of Vermont, retiring in 1998.
He enjoyed his dogs, fishing, hunting, working in the woods, and his friends at Body Tech Health and Fitness Club. George will be remembered as an avid reader.
His memberships included the Barre Congregational Church and Barre American Legion Post #10.
George was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother.
Besides his wife, Nancy, survivors include his daughter Darlene of Essex and son George and his wife, Lindsay of Barre Town and 4 granddaughters Katie, Jackie, Nicola, and Lilyana. Also surviving are three brothers and one sister.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his infant daughter and five brothers.
His life will be remembered on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. in the Barre Congregational Church. Later inurnment will be made in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601-0687.
The Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre is in charge of the arrangements. The Lowe family extends their heartfelt thanks to the ICU Unit, McClure 6 and the hospital staff at the University of Vermont Medical Center for their compassion and wonderful care.
MONTPELIER – Gloria E. Mitchell
....show , 86, of Freedom Drive passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at her home.
Born August 5, 1931 in Barre, she was the daughter of Percy and Olivia (Caccivio) Gray. Gloria attended elementary school in East Barre and Plainfield and graduated in 1948 from Plainfield High School as valedictorian.
Soon after graduation she married Robert Morse in Plainfield and raised three children. They later divorced. In 1991, she married Joseph Mitchell in Berlin. They were inseparable until he passed away on December 16, 2014. She was an inspirational and devoted mother, grandmother and friend.
Gloria was employed as a legal secretary at the law firm of Paterson, Gibson and Noble before joining the firm of Sylvester & Maley, Inc., in Burlington as an Attorney’s Assistant.
Her memberships included the Grace Methodist Church in Plainfield, the Order of the Eastern Star, and Business and Professional Women. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, crocheting and participating in Eastern Star events.
Survivors include her son Bruce Morse and his wife, Shirley of Berlin; her daughter Diane Konrady and her husband, Michael of Morrison, TN; her step-sons Stanley Mitchell of Seattle, WA and Joseph Mitchell, Jr., and his wife Kathryn of Charlestown; her step-daughter Sue Harris and her husband, Jimmie of Bethel; seven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren; her brothers Ernest Gray and his wife, Beverly of Plainfield and Charles Gray and his wife, Brenda of Lillington, NC; and her sister Celia Winters of Plainfield as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Mitchell; three infant children; her daughter Sally Wagner; and her brothers William Gray and Henry Gray.
The service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Entombment will take place in the Hooker and Whitcomb Vault to await later interment in the Plain-Mont Cemetery in East Montpelier.
WILLIAMSTOWN / NAPLES, FL – Cynthia M. Moran
....show , 55, a longtime Williamstown resident, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at her home on Vanderbilt Drive.
Born February 13, 1962 in Barre, she was the daughter of Richard and Jean (Allard) Ruel.
Cynthia attended elementary school in Barre and graduated in 1980 from Williamstown High School.
On September 10, 1983 she married Douglas Moran in St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre. Following their marriage, they made their home in Williamstown for many years where they had two beautiful children. They later divorced.
Cynthia was a long-time care giver for her mother and father as well as working at Washington County Mental Health for many years.
When she was younger she attended St. Monica Catholic Church. Cynthia enjoyed riding her motorcycle, snowmobiling, caring for and riding horses, doing arts and crafts projects and time spent with her family friends and cherished pets.
Survivors include her son Jesse Moran of Williamstown; her daughter Jenna Moran of Barre; her grandson Paxton of Barre; her father Richard Ruel of Naples, FL; her brothers Richard Ruel Jr., and his wife, Sue Ann of Bonita Springs, FL; Robert Ruel and his wife, Annie of Venice, FL, Roger Ruel and his wife, Rebecca of Williamstown and Ryan Ruel of Orange; as well as four nieces and four nephews.
She was predeceased by her mother Jean Ruel.
A service to honor and celebrate Cynthia’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.
BARRE CITY – Betty Jean (Jackman) Anderson
....show passed away peacefully at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin on February 1, 2018 at the age of 90.
She was born in East Calais on May 17, 1927. Her parents were the late Orrin and Charlotte (Peck) Jackman. She attended Calais public schools and Montpelier High School.
Betty married Fritz R. Anderson in Montpelier on November 23, 1944. They met at a dance and enjoyed dancing throughout their married life. They wed on their farm in Plainfield until they moved to East Calais in 1946. In 1951 they moved to Barre where she lived for 63 years. In July of 2014, Betty moved to Lincoln House where she lived until the time of her death.
Betty was a member of the East Calais Congregational Church, the Order of Eastern Star, Crossroads Home Dem in Barre and Williamstown, Barre Senior Center, and the Nelson Pond Lake Association. She was also a member of the Montpelier Senior Center where she was very active with cooking, rummage sales, and many bazaars. Betty was a homemaker, but she did work part time in her parents’ general store in East Calais.
On her 39th birthday, her parents deeded the family camp on Nelson Pond to Betty and Fritz where they spent many summers with the family and friends, enjoying the pond. Betty loved to cook for family and friends who often gathered at camp. When her grandchildren were young, they spent the summers at camp with Betty and Fritz. She hosted several picnics at camp over the years for the Montpelier Senior Center members and the Nelson Pond Lake Association.
Betty is survived by her two sons, Robert Anderson and Steve Anderson, Steve’s wife Charlene, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Fritz Anderson in 1992, her brother Robert Jackman, and her niece Elizabeth Jackman.
The celebration to honor Betty’s life will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Interment will follow in the Hope Cemetery in Barre City. Friends may call at the funeral home, prior to the ceremony from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Food, fellowship and a memory sharing time will follow at the Barre Canadian Club.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Betty’s memory may be made to the Resident Activity Fund, Lincoln House, 120 Hill Street, Barre, Vermont 05641.
The family would like to thank Lincoln House for their dedicated and loving care and the nurses and doctors on 2 South at Central Vermont Medical Center. A special thanks to Dr. Suiter, Linda and Maria at Barre Internal Medicine and Dr. Goulding and Abbey from the palliative care team at Central Vermont Medical Center.
BARRE – Frances Dora DeRoche
....show , 90, of South Barre passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at the Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Fran was born on March 27, 1927 in Montreal, Quebec and was the daughter of Albert R. and Dora (Pittsley) Desautels.
She made her home there working as an executive secretary for Domtar until October 1966, when she married John Arthur DeRoche and moved to Yarmouth, Maine. They moved to South Barre after their marriage where they spent the rest of their years. Fran worked at Buttura and Sons until her retirement.
Survivors include several loving nieces and nephews. Fran was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, John Arthur DeRoche, and her sisters, Madeleine Dupuis and Norma Martineau.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Fran’s life will be held on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Barre Gardens Patient Activity Fund, 378 Prospect Street, Barre, VT 05641.
We wish to thank the staff of Barre Gardens for their dedicated and loving care of Fran.
CHESTER - Daniel A. Newton
....show , 81, formerly of Barre, passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Berlin.
Born on October 31, 1936 in Lyndonville, he was the son of Daniel E. and Eleanor Mae (Labor) Newton. He grew up in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1955.
Following graduation, Daniel joined the U.S. Army and served in Korea following the Korean conflict. On April 20, 1974 he married Joyce (Leary) Williams in Springfield. Following their marriage, they
made their home in the surrounding area.
Daniel worked as a machinist for Bryant Grinder Corporation of Springfield for many years, retiring in 2002. In his later years he worked delivering vehicles for Springfield Buick GMC.
He was a member of the American Legion and in his spare time enjoyed watching NASCAR racing, playing cribbage, hunting and most of all spending time with his family and his dog, Fritz.
Survivors include his wife, Joyce of Chester; his sister Sandra Burkholder and her husband, Jack of Virginia; his brother Gregory Newton and his partner, Dorothy of California; his five children by his first marriage Andrew A. Newton and his wife, Amy of District of Columbia; Patrick G. Newton and his wife, Joanne of Connecticut; Connie (Newton) Covey and her husband, Francis of Williamstown; Christopher A. Newton and his wife, Laurie of Jericho; and Daniel A. Newton and his wife, Lois of Colchester; ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, as well as his beloved nephews, Lance and Wade Fournier and many other family members.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, March 16, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at the Grace Christian Church in Williamstown. Interment will immediately follow in Hope Cemetery in Barre. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation, P.O. Box 62066, Durham, NC 27715.
WILLIAMSTOWN – Norman “Peter” Ouimet
....show , 75, of Vermont Route 14 passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at his home surrounded by his family.
Born September 3, 1942 in Gardner, MA, he was the son of Norman L. and Priscilla (Thayer) Ouimet.
Peter attended Randolph Elementary School and graduated from Braintree-Randolph Union High School in 1961. After graduation, he joined the United States Navy and served aboard the USS Leary and USS Compton before being honorably discharged in 1965.
On December 4, 1971 Peter married Beverly Martin in Barre.
He worked numerous jobs over the years before becoming employed by the Vt. Army National Guard in 1982 where he worked as a Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Technician until his retirement in 2002.
Peter was a member of the American Legion Post #10 of Barre. In his spare time, he enjoyed camping, watching the Red Sox, golfing, riding his motorcycle, working outside and most of all time spent with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Beverly Ouimet of Williamstown; his children Scott Martin and his wife, Wendy of Raymond, ME; Mark Ouimet and his wife, Valerie of East Barre; and Cheryl Bogigian and her husband, Joe of Union Beach, NJ; his grandchildren Eri, Samuel, Jonah and Emma; his brother Paul Ouimet and his wife, Barbara of Schenectady, NY; and his sister Patricia Potter and her husband, Al of South Deerfield, MA.
Peter was predeceased by his parents and his brother Richard Coy.
His life will be celebrated with a graveside service with full military honors at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center in the Spring. Family and friends may call on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. For a memorial guestbook, visit hookerwhitcomb.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641 or Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.
BARRE CITY - Patricia W. “Pat” Belding
....show , 87, of Barre, died peacefully at her longtime home of 8 Delmont Avenue in Barre on March 9, 2018.
Born in Arlington, Mass., on August 19, 1930, Pat was the daughter of Hollis J. and Ruth S. Wyman. Raised in Auburndale, Mass., she graduated from Newton High School in 1948 and from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1953. In October of that year, she married classmate John C. “Jack” Belding.
In 1957, the Beldings moved to Rutland, Vermont, where Jack began his career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. They moved to Barre in 1963.
Pat worked at the Aldrich Public Library from 1967 to 1993, serving under 5 librarians. After retiring, she published four books on the history of Barre and Vermont, with photos by Jack. They had collaborated on several articles in Vermont Life magazine in the 1970s.
She had been a member of the Poetry Society of Vermont since 1965, serving as president and membership chairman.
Her interests, besides history, included mountain climbing in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire. She also had a lifelong interest in the life and works of Emily Dickinson.
She leaves a daughter, Janet W. Belding of Sandwich, Mass., and her partner Melinda Smallwood, and their two children Peter and Alexandra (“Allie”) Belding, both adopted from Kazakhstan in 2005; also, a son, Russell J. Belding and his wife Lori (MacFarlane) of Barre. She also leaves a sister, Nancy Spraragen of Oakland, California, and a brother, David Wyman of Amherst, Mass., as well as several nieces and nephews. A brother, Hollis J. Wyman, Jr., predeceased her in 1968.
There are no calling hours. A graveside Celebration of Life service will be held at Elmwood Cemetery at a date to be announced in the spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Aldrich Public Library, 6 Washington Street. Barre, VT 05641.
GRANITEVILLE – Robert A. DuBois
....show , 53, of Crest Street passed away on Friday, March 9, 2018 at his home.
Born September 9, 1964 in Barre, VT, he was the son of Arthur E. and Elsie C. (Flood) DuBois. Robert attended Williamstown Elementary School and graduated from Williamstown High School in 1982. He made his home in Graniteville.
Robert was employed as a Stone Cutter with various sheds in the area working the longest at Granite Industries of Vermont.
He was a member of the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the Granite Cutters International of America (GCIA). In his spare time, Robert enjoyed hunting, watching football and NASCAR Auto Racing, working on his house and most importantly spending time with his family and loved ones.
Survivors include his sons Dana DuBois and his wife, Leanne of Montpelier; and Daniel DuBois and his wife, Crystal of South Barre; his daughters Melinda DuBois and her husband, Zach of Springfield; Kristian DuBois of Brattleboro; and Rachael DuBois and her fiancée Peter Blanchard of Barre; several grandchildren; his mother Elsie DuBois of Graniteville; his siblings Ricky DuBois and his wife, Martha of Williamstown; Deborah Neveau of Williamstown; Jody DuBois of Barre; and Dale DuBois and his wife, Betty of Williamstown.
He was predeceased by his father, Arthur DuBois; and his brothers Randy DuBois, Roger DuBois and Russell DuBois.
A memorial service to remember Robert’s life will be held on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Moose Club in Williamstown. Family and friends may call on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Per the families wishes, please avoid wearing black to his service and calling hours.
BARRE - Eleanor Imlach
....show , age 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, in Middlebury, VT.
Eleanor was born on April 26, 1921. She graduated from Spaulding High School in 1939, and from the Heaton School of Nursing in 1942.
She began her career as an Army nurse in 1945 and served as a veteran of WWII and the Korean War. Eleanor served at many hospitals throughout the world, including Korea, Iran, Germany, and France, along with many in the United States. Eleanor proudly reached the rank of an Army Major, something that was exceptional for a woman at that time.
When Eleanor retired from the Army in 1967, she returned to her home town of Barre, where she cared for her parents until their passing. She moved to Middlebury to be closer to her family, where she resided for the last 5 years.
Survivors include her sister Evelyn Imlach Perry; her niece Ann Perry Perreault and her husband, Bruce Perreault; niece Kathleen Perry Tiller and her husband, Gary Tiller; nephew Courtland L Perry III and his wife, Cynthia Hamblin Perry; and niece Jennifer Perry (Sargeant). Great nieces and nephews and their spouses: Kate Perreault Callahan and Mike Callahan; Brye Perreault Beckwith and Steven Beckwith; Hayley Tiller Albert and Matt Albert; Chelsea Tiller Chapman and Matt Chapman; Cory (Courtland) L Perry IV and Hsiao-Han Huang; Shelby Perry; Lily Sargeant; Dayle Sargeant; Greer Sargeant; as well as her great-great niece and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents William P. Imlach and Annie (Lillie) Imlach, and her brother-in-law Courtland L Perry Jr.
Eleanor will be remembered by friends and family for her fascinating, funny, and heartfelt stories about her family, career, and travels, and for her wonderful collection of mementoes she brought home to share with her loved ones.
The family would like to thank Eleanor's care providers at Eastview in Middlebury, Addison County Home Health and Hospice, and Dr. Wendy Puls and the staff at Middlebury Family Practice. We deeply appreciate the care they provided for Eleanor, particularly during her last few days.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Disabled Veterans National Foundation, 4601 Forbes Blvd, Suite 130, Lantham, MD 20706.
EAST BARRE – Jennifer Jacqueline Byrnes-Clark
....show , 44, of Garden Street, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2018, at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington.
Born on October 30, 1973 in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of William James and Patricia Ella (Carey) Byrnes. She attended Dawnwood Middle School and graduated from Centerreach High School both in New York.
On November 19, 2011, she married Alan G. Clark, Jr. in Brunswick, ME. Following their marriage, they made their home in East Barre.
As a homemaker, her family and home were most important to her. She enjoyed baseball and football and was a New York Yankees and a New York Jets fan. She also liked to keep up with current affairs and enjoyed politics.
Survivors include her husband, Alan G. Clark, Jr. and children, Patricia Byrnes Clark, Charlotte Clark, Claudia Clark, and Alan Clark, III, all of East Barre; her parents, William Byrnes and his wife, Ayacanora and Patricia Carey; a sister, Ellie Byrnes and her companion, Vince Jannelli and their son, Marco, and a brother, Billy Byrnes.
She was predeceased by her grandparents, Arthur and Jacqueline Carey and James and Eleanor Byrnes.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. There will be a potluck luncheon after the service at a location still to be determined. There are no calling hours.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society of Vermont, 121 Connor Way, Williston, VT 05495 or to Autism Speaks, 1 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016.
BARRE CITY – Elsie Louise Owens
....show , 80, a longtime resident of South Main Street, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at the Woodridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Berlin.
Born on October 9, 1937 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of William and Beaulah (Hurdle) Kemp. She attended elementary school in Montpelier as well as Montpelier High School. She was also a graduate of Rock Point School in Burlington.
Following her schooling she married Allard Mashtare Sr. They later divorced. Years later she married Charles Owens. They made their home in Vermont before moving to New Jersey for many years and eventually moving back to Grand Isle. Charles passed away in 1991. Elsie moved to Barre in 2007.
Throughout her life she had many hobbies and interests. The most important of these were to her included crocheting, knitting, needle point, reading, going fishing, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include her two daughters, Nancy Willey and her husband, Kenneth, of Montpelier and Bonnie Gagne and her husband, Dale, of Lewiston, ME and her daughter-in-law, Linda Mashtare, of Pennsylvania as well as several grandchildren, great-grandchildren. She also leaves numerous nieces and nephews, especially Brent and Ida Dunbar.
She was predeceased by two brothers, Kenneth and George Kemp and her two sisters, Elaine Dunbar and Lillian Beede.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Elsie’s life will be held at the Main Street Cemetery in Hardwick at the convenience of the family in the spring
Memorial contributions in her name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.
BARRE – Randall E. Copping
....show , 61, of Foss Street passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin, following a brief battle with pancreatic cancer, with his loving family at his bedside.
Born in Barre on October 20, 1956, he was the son of Phillip W. and Nancy (Mackie) Copping, Jr. Randy attended elementary school in East Montpelier and graduated from Spaulding High School with the class of 1975.
After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Motor Transport Operator and was honorably discharged as a Specialist in 1978. He then was employed at Bellavance Trucking as a local driver. In 1980, he began his career as a Surface Plate Technician at Rock of Ages, completing 37 ½ years of employment at the time of his illness.
On August 23, 1980, Randy married Judie John at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Barre. Following their marriage, they made their home on Foss Street.
His memberships included the American Legion Post #10 and the Canadian Club of Barre. Randy was a Barre Town and Barre City Fireman and served on the Barre City Council for eight years, some of which as Deputy Mayor of Barre. He coached BYSA softball, baseball and basketball and served on the Barre Basketball Tournament Committee. He was a member of the Executive Board of the Barre Granite Cutter’s Association and was a negotiator for the Rock Of Ages contracts for many years.
In his spare time, Randy enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, puttering, taking care of his lawns, gardening, fantasy sports, auto racing, classic cars and collecting matchbox cars. He loved Elvis and country music, particularly Keith Whitley. He looked forward to his yearly trip to Wells Beach, ME. He was Barre’s most avid Kansas City Royals fan. Most of all, he thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his five granddaughters.
Survivors include his wife of 37 ½ years, Judie Copping of Barre; his daughter Jennifer LaPan and her husband, Edward of West Topsham; his son Nick Copping and his wife Trisha Russell-Copping of Barre; his five granddaughters Tegan and Olivia LaPan; Delia Russell; Claire and Maggie Copping; his brother Steve Copping and his wife, Mary-Ellen of Barre; his sister Debra Kerin and her husband, Mick of Barre; his brother Rusty Copping and his fiancée Allison Rouleau of Barre; his sister-in-law Nancy Bergeron of Barre; and his brothers-in-law Bill John and his wife, Linda of O’Fallon, MO and Peter John and his wife, Kathy of Barre as well as several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his granddogs, Teki and CoCo.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his father and mother-in-law, Ike and Enes John; nephews Graig John and Curt Noelk.
The service to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at NOON in the Barre Lodge of Elks, Jefferson Street, Barre. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Life Cancer Treatment Center, Central Vermont Medical Center, PO Box 547, Barre, VT 05641; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142; or Make-A-Wish Vermont, 431 Pine Street, Suite 214, Burlington, VT 05401.
BRADFORD – Mark Henry Williams
....show , 54, of North Main Street passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH with his family at his bedside.
Born September 16, 1963, in Barre, he was the son of Melvin and Jean (Mcaulley) Williams. Mark attended Spaulding Graded School and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1981.
After graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served aboard the USS Kitty Hawk as an Electronics Warfare Technician before being honorably discharged.
Mark was employed by IBM as a tool operator and volunteered his time and talents wherever and whenever he could. In his spare time, he enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting, loving and helping people – always standing up for the people he loved, woodworking, fixing people’s cars, bowling, and time spent with animals especially his dog Mary May.
Survivors include his twin brother Michael Williams and his wife, Heidi of Bradford; his brother Paul Williams and his wife, Amy of Torrington, CT; his step-brothers Tom and Robert Gorton both of Barre; and his step sisters Joan Williams and Julie Massaro also both of Barre; as well as one nephew, four nieces; and 3 great nieces.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brothers Charlie and Earl Williams both of Torrington, CT and his step-brother Timmy Gorton of Florida.
The family would like to have a celebration of Mark’s life at a time of their choosing later in the spring.
Mark fought a long and courageous battle with diabetes and never once complained about it.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Chapter, 1 Kennedy Drive, Suite L8, South Burlington, VT 05403.
ORANGE – Irene Marie Wilson
....show , 73, of Wilson Drive passed away on Friday, March 23, 2018 at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, surrounded by her husband and family, after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
Born February 27, 1945 in Barre, she was the daughter of Albert F. and Emma (Stevens) Downing.
Irene attended elementary school in East Topsham and graduated from Bradford Academy with the class of 1963.
On October 8, 1966 she married Ernest Wilson, Sr. Following their marriage, they made their home in Orange. Irene was a homemaker.
Irene was a member of the West Topsham Community Church. She enjoyed puzzles, bird watching, gardening, berry picking, farm animals, hunting, fishing, watching her favorite television shows and most of all, time spent with her family.
Survivors include her husband, Ernest Wilson, Sr.; her children Suzanne Craige and her husband, KC of East Barre; Rosanne DeForge of So. Ryegate; Ernest Wilson, Jr., of Orange; Sara Wilson of Orange; Kevin Wilson of Orange; and Alice Danforth and her husband, Justin of So. Ryegate; her grandchildren Elmer DeForge III and his partner Katie Merrill; Brittany Roberts; Ashley Roberts; Felicia DeForge; Dakoyta Wilson; and Matt Danforth; her great-grandson Bryson Fletcher; her siblings Alberta Sweet; Janice Emerson; Sharon Emerson and her husband, Ralph; Patricia Flint; Joyce Mayette; Shirley Montandon; Eddie Downing; Richard Downing and his wife, Tracey; Dusty Downing and his wife, Eva; her sisters-in-law Marie Downing; Patty Ruggles; and Audrey Downing; as well as many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sons-in-law Toby Roberts and Elmer DeForge II; her siblings Donald Downing; Jessie Gilman and her husband, Roger; Jaime Downing and his wife, Isabel; George Downing and his wife, Madeline; and Ethelyn Paraflyn; her brothers-in-law Walter Sweet; Donald Emerson; Paul Flint; Gordon Mayette; Henry Montandon; and her sister-in-law Nanetta Downing.
Services will be held later in the Spring at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
Irene’s family gives special a thank you to her friends and caregivers, especially Sherry, Mary, Cindy, Dr. Robert Robinson and posthumously to Beverly.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.
NORTHFIELD – Frank Chalfant Gaylord II
....show , 93, a long-time resident of Delmont Avenue in Barre City and a renowned sculptor of Barre granite, died Wednesday evening, March 21, 2018, at the home of his daughter and son-in-law Leanne and John Triano on Stony Brook Road in Northfield. He had resided at the Gardens in Williamstown for the past ten years.
Born March 9, 1925 in Clarksburg, West Virginia, he was the son of Richard and Thelma (Hamilton) Gaylord.
Frank graduated from Washington Irving High School in Clarksburg, WV. Next, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a Paratrooper in the 17th Airborne Division, Company C, 513th Parachute Infantry based out of Fort Meade, MD before being honorably discharged with the bronze star for Valor Combat Infantryman’s Badge and Combat Paratroopers Badge. After his discharge he went to Temple University on the GI Bill where he graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts.
On October 15, 1948 Frank married Mary Cornwall at the Episcopal Church in Elkton, MD. Following their marriage, they lived in Philadelphia, PA before moving to Barre in January of 1951. Mary died January 19, 2005.
He was first employed as a sculptor at E.J. Batchelder Co. and Rock of Ages before starting F.C. Gaylord Sculpture Studios. He created monuments throughout the United States and was a member of the National Sculpture Society as well as the Barre Granite Association.
In his spare time, he enjoyed art, ballet and spending time with family. Being a member of the former Barre Players, Frank will be well remembered for playing the role of Professor Henry Higgins in one of the most famous American musicals, “My Fair Lady”, performed by the Barre Players being hugely attended at the Spaulding High School Auditorium.
Survivors include his daughters Leanne Triano and her husband, John of Northfield and Victoria Gaylord of Essex; granddaughter Amy Triano, M.D. and her husband Cory; grandson John Gaylord Triano and his wife, Natalya; great granddaughter Quinn Nicole Tefft; nieces Amy Stepanik and Christi Ann Lamberti; and great nephews Joseph and Michael Lamberti.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Mary C. Gaylord; his son, Richard Gaylord; and his sister Ruth Anne Cosby.
As per his wishes, a private service will be held at the convenience of the family. A Celebration of Frank’s well lived life will be held at The Gardens at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Place, 220 Vine Street, Northfield, VT 05663.
BERLIN – Elaine J. Lussier
....show , 75, of Vine Street was called to the loving arms of the Lord on Monday, March 19, 2018 in Florida surrounded by her family.
Born July 5, 1942, in Elizabeth, NJ, she was the daughter of Harold W. and Margaret (Broeg) Goble, Sr. Elaine attended elementary school in New Milford, NJ and graduated from Hackensack High School in Hackensack, NJ. After high school, she attended the Lamont Geological Observatory at Columbia University in Palisades, NY; International Business Machines Systems Studies; Community College of Vermont where she received an Associates Degree in Business Administration; Center for Professional Development in Biddeford, ME; Leadership Styles at the University of Vermont; and the National Institutes of Mental Health Staff College Maryland receiving a Mental Health Administrators Certification.
In 1963 Elaine married Eugene Marquis in New York. They later divorced. In 1967 she married Wilbur “Pete” Breer, Sr., in Williamstown and they later divorced. Eventually Elaine met Robert Ladd and they shared over thirty years of life and memories together.
Elaine was employed as a Research Assistant and Assistant to the Department Head of Oceanography at Columbia University, as Director of Finance and Administration for Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc., and as Executive Vice President of The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc.
She was a member and deputy Governor for the Vermont Association of Mental Health Administrators, Inc.; the founder and CEO of Applied Management Technologies, Inc. a Not-for-Profit Management Services Company; the CFO representative to the Vermont Council of Developmental and Mental Health Services, Inc.; a member of AMI of Vermont; a trainer for the Vermont Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services Central Vermont Community Coordinated Childcare Program; President of the Board of Directors of the Washington County Family Enrichment Center; she served as a Fiscal Consultant for the Vermont Council of Community Mental Health Centers, the Washington County Group Home and School, Washington County Youth Service Bureau, Montpelier Coffee House and the Guardianship Trust of Vermont; she was past President, Treasurer and member of the Vermont Chapter of the National March of Dimes, Inc.; member of ZONTA International – Professional Women’s Organization; member of the Canadian Club of Barre and a member of the Board of Directors of the Montpelier Lodge of Elks #924.
Elaine had a deep love and affection for the ocean, she enjoyed gardening, shopping and time spent driving her convertible. She loved to go on cruises and high-energy adventures such as hot air balloon rides and sky diving. Most importantly she enjoyed spending quality time with her family.
Survivors include her daughter Suzanne (Marquis) LaFleche and her husband, Mark of Williamstown; two grandchildren Dean Marquis, Jr. of Lehigh Acres, FL and his son Orion; and Deana LaFleche of Charlotte, VT and her son Zion; her brother Gary Goble of Bradenton, FL and her companion, Bob Ladd of Berlin as well as her two dogs that were like kids to her, Panda and Domino.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son Dean Marquis, Sr., and her brother Harold Goble, Jr.
The service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the First Church Universalist, 19 Church Street, Barre. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the U.S. Headquarters, World Wildlife Fund, 1250 24th Street Northwest, PO Box 97180, Washington, DC 20090-7180.
EAST ORANGE – Arlington “Al” K. Farnham
....show , of Fish Pond Road, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2018 with his family at his bedside.
Born January 12, 1941 at home in East Corinth, he was the son of George and Ordella (Mathews) Farnham.
Al attended elementary school at the Brookhaven School in Chelsea. In 1959 he joined the U.S. Navy and served until he was medically discharged in 1961.
He was self-employed as a handyman and in his spare time enjoyed spending time with his family, particularly his grandchildren.
Survivors include his children, Steven and Josie Farnham of East Orange; Debbie Swartz of North Carolina; and Allen Farnham of Plainfield; eleven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; his sisters Rosemary Parker and Louise Smith; and his brother Conrad Farnham.
The service to honor and celebrate Arlington's life will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the East Orange Church with a potluck luncheon to follow. There are no calling hours.
BARRE - Elizabeth “Betty” Pauline Ballou Gilbert Grenier
....show , passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Born August 8, 1928 in Salisbury, she was the daughter of Charles and Lillian (English) Ballou. She graduated from Montpelier High School in 1947.
Betty was first married to Dean F. Gilbert on February 20, 1947. Dean died on April 18, 1974. Betty married Henry H. Grenier on October 11, 1975. Henry died on April 5, 1984.
Betty was best known for her work as a stay at home seamstress. She enjoyed creating clothes especially for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren as well as for her many friends. She enjoyed camping, crafts, putting puzzles together, and bingo in earlier years. Betty was the bookkeeper for her husband Dean’s, Gilbert Custom Sandblast for years. She also was quite involved with the Red Mitten Craft Store in Northfield. Betty was past president of the Ladies of the Canadian Club. In recent years, she especially enjoyed her times with special friends Joyce Fleury, Kathy Bolio, and Jim Daniels.
Betty is survived by her son Michael, his wife Nancy, their daughters Betsy (Mark) Memmolo and their daughter Rose and Karen (Chris) Donegan and their sons Maxwell and Charles, as well as a number of nieces and nephews, and many friends.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters, Evelyn Ballou Town and Minnie Ballou Robinson; her two husbands and her daughter Laura Mae, who passed away June 4, 2007.
At Betty’s request, there will be no calling hours. A graveside service will take place Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in Hope Cemetery in Barre.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre VT 05641-5369 and/or Central Vermont Council on the Aging, 59 North Main Street, Barre VT 05461.
The family of Betty Grenier wishes to thank Bonnie Parry of SASH, Kathy Bolio, Joyce Fleury, the staff at Berlin Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center, and long-time personal physician, Dr. Robert Robinson III.
BARRE TOWN – Richard Merrill Mears
....show , 82, of Ledge Drive passed away on Saturday, April 28, 2018.
Born December 2, 1935 in Marshfield, he was the son of Irl Mears and Ruth (Hall) Mears.
Richard attended elementary school in Marshfield and graduated from Marshfield High School in 1953.
On October 25, 1957, he married Barbara Dudley in the Grace United Methodist Church in Plainfield. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre. Barbara passed away on January 30, 2012.
Richard began what would be his lifelong career in earth moving and construction at an early age when he combined working on the family farm with being employed at Moore Dam (Littleton Dam). He was a talented heavy equipment operator involved in the early construction of Interstates 89 & 91 as well as the Quechee Lakes Development with Caledonia Construction Company of Waterford, VT. A photo can be seen on display at the Williston highway rest area of Richard operating a dozer on I-91 in Ryegate in 1978. After the interstate in Vermont was completed, he worked for the largest companies in New England, NY, NJ and PA on various federal jobs, and made many lasting friendships along the way. Rich was respected as the finest dozer man in Vermont and beyond by many companies such as George Harms Construction Co., R. S. Audley, Moulton Construction and Pizzagalli Construction. After he retired, he raised Forest Road Beef at “the farm”, something he enjoyed until the very end. He also enjoyed selling fresh seafood and many people looked forward to this weekly event.
Through the years, Rich enjoyed playing cribbage and black jack, bowling, hunting, fishing, and playing cards at camp on Drew Mountain in Marshfield.
His memberships included the Masonic Wyoming Lodge #80 in Plainfield where he was a 32nd degree Master Mason, the Montpelier Lodge of Elks #924, Mutuo Inc., Canadian Club of Barre, American Legion Post #10 Barre, the National Rifle Association, and he was a longtime Shriner with the Mt. Sinai Temple.
Survivors include his son Scott Mears and his companion Elise Burton of Barre; his daughters Susan Dukette and her husband, Steven of St. Johnsbury; and Shellie Wright and her husband Brian of West Danville; his daughter-in-law Ann-Marie Mears of Barre; his grandchildren Stephanie Paquette; Nathaniel Mears; Aaron Dukette; Andrea Houlne; Ashley Mears; Brittany Mears; Dillon Mears; Connor Mears; Carmen Mears; and Jack Beauparlant; ten great-grandchildren; his brother George Mears; his step-sister Patricia Holt Randall; and his step-brothers Reginald Holt and Wendell Holt as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Barbara Mears; his son Gary Mears; and two sisters Irlene “Snooks” Huntington and Marlene Johnson.
The service to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Sunday, May 6, 2018 beginning with a Masonic Service at 2:00 p.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Family and friends may call prior to the service on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Interment will take place on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the New Discovery Cemetery, Route 232, Marshfield.
BARRE CITY - Dorothy Louise Thomas Perry (Dottie)
....show , a longtime Barre resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 27, 2018 at Westview Meadows in Montpelier. Her loving family was with her at her bedside.
Born in Montpelier on April 28, 1923, she was the daughter of George Dolphus Thomas and Pearl Laura Kellogg Thomas.
The fifth of seven children, she spent her early childhood in Middlesex, and started school in Montpelier at the age of 6. Her family moved to Plainfield when she was 13, and her parents opened The American Restaurant and Service Station (now the Maple Valley Cafe). Dottie baked pies for the restaurant before going to school in the morning, sometimes skating to school on the Winooski river. She loved to reminisce about swimming across the river to collect the mail from the post office.
Dottie was an active participant in school life, singing in chorus and cheerleading. Her artistic abilities were often called upon to make posters for community activities.
She met the love of her life, Charles Harold Perry Jr. (Charlie), on her first day at the Plainfield school. Dottie and Charlie married in July 1942. Charlie enlisted in the Marines during WWII, and Dottie took on a job as a “line boy,” spinning the propellers to start planes at the Barre-Montpelier airport. She also worked as a telephone operator in Plainfield until she was able to join Charlie near the Marine base in North Carolina. She returned home to Plainfield when he shipped out to the Philippines.
At the end of the war, Charlie was able to enroll in pre-med at the University of Vermont, thanks to the GI Bill. They lived at Fort Ethan Allen. Charlie graduated with a medical degree, while Dottie raised their three children, and earned her PHT (Pushed Him Through). They moved to Barre after his graduation, where Charlie set up his general practice on Cliff Street and Dottie gave birth to their fourth child. Cliff Street became crowded, and the family moved to Delmont Avenue.
Dottie was an avid golfer and won several State Day tournaments. She met up with her four brothers annually for the “Thomas Tournament” and held her own. She was a self-taught pianist and gifted tap-dancer, often entertaining at neighborhood and family gatherings.
Charlie set up the Perry Medical Clinic with his brother John, and they remained in practice together until their respective retirements. Dottie and Charlie then spent a few winters traveling in their RV, eventually settling on Florida as a winter residence. After Charlie’s death in 1994, Dottie spent summers in South Barre, and winters in Venice, Florida. Dottie began taking acrylic and watercolor classes, producing a very large body of work. She had her first public exhibition in a group show at the Fletcher Free Library at the age of 93.
Dottie moved to Montpelier’s Westview Meadows, and met several old friends there, while making many new friends as well.
She is survived by her children, Charles H. Perry III, “Chris” and his wife Michal Barquin Perry, Susan Perry Rock and her partner Mary Ann Horn, Janice Perry, Mark Thomas Perry, five grand-children and two great-grandchildren.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate her life will be held in the Plain-Mont Cemetery in Plainfield on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. There are no calling hours.
Dottie’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Westview Meadows and Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice for their excellent and loving care.
Contributions in Dottie’s memory may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.
BARRE TOWN – Joyce L. (Swift) Isham
....show , 94, of Windy Wood Road passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the Barre Gardens Nursing Home.
Born February 8, 1924 in Orange, she was the daughter of William and Ethel (Flanders) Swift. Joyce attended East Barre Graded School, and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1941. She was carnival queen the same year.
On August 3, 1944, she married Willard Isham in Barre. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre, moving to East Hill in Barre Town in 1945 and then to their current residence on Windy Wood Road in 1949. Willard passed away on January 15, 2000.
Joyce worked for the State of Vermont, Department of Liquor Control from 1962 until her retirement in 1979.
In her earlier years, her memberships included the Cobble Hill Grange and the Home Demonstration Club. Also, she was a volunteer at Central Vermont Hospital.
Joyce enjoyed reading, watching game shows, flowers, doing crossword puzzles, playing card games and, she enjoyed watching nature.
Survivors include her children, Gary Isham and his wife, Linda of Barre; Gail Goodrich of Michigan; Becky Ross and her husband, Tom of Palm Coast, FL; and Meredith Corliss of Corydon, IN; her grandchildren Erick Russell, Cheryl Rake, Kim Marcotte, Corey Isham, Joanne Isham, Jennifer Gollnick, Lisa Rickel, Nina Hunsicher, and Jason McLeod; as well as twenty-three great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Willard Isham; her grandsons Glenn Isham and Eacon Russell; her brothers Dwight Swift, Ken Swift, Allen Swift and Dick Swift; and her sisters-in-law Gracie Swift, Sue Swift, Sandy Swift and Mable Swift.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Joyce’s life will be held on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Wilson Cemetery in Lower Websterville. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Place, 220 Vine Street, Northfield, VT 05663 or to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Chapter, 77 Hegeman Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446.
MONTPELIER - Lorraine Weir Adams
....show , a resident of Heaton Woods Residence passed peacefully away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at the age of 90.
Born May 8, 1927 in Barre, she was the daughter of Vernon & Agnes (Lawson) Weir, attended schools in Websterville, and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1945.
Lorraine married Clarence Adams on May 25, 1946 and lived in Barre until 2013. She gave birth to four girls: Linda Adams Lyon, Bedford, PA; Marcia Adams Syrett, Hendersonville, NC; Janice Adams Braley, Derry, NH; Debi Adams Zoltanski, Robbinsville, NJ.
From 1945 to 1954 Lorraine worked for The Homer Fitts Company, 1970 to 1972 Ormsby's Appliance Store, 1972 to 1982 Miles Coal Company, 1987 to 2001 Howard's Market in South Barre. She was a Girl Scout leader for 11 years and secretary of Sky Acres Committee as well as being involved on many committees at Hedding United Methodist Church and President of the United Methodist Women's group.
She is survived by six grandchildren: Brian and Melissa Syrett, Christopher and Alyssa Braley, Alex and Ava Zoltanski, and five great grandchildren: Gretta and Luke Syrett, Dominik, Noah and Ruby Lipari.
There will be a private graveside service for immediate family only at the Williamstown Village Cemetery at a future date.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Memorial Program, Hedding United Methodist Church, 40 Washington Street, Barre, VT 05641 or Bayada Hospice, 80 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Heaton Woods and Bayada Hospice for the tender care they provided to Lorraine to make her comfortable for her final days.
BARRE - William R. Dudley
....show , 85, a long-time resident of Trow Hill, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at the Veterans Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina with his family by his side.
Born on April 5, 1933, William was the son of the Brandon and Edna (Belville) Dudley. He graduated from Spaulding High School in 1951 and then served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. While stationed at the Oceana Naval Air Station in Virginia Beach, he attended the College of William and Mary. Following his discharge from the Navy, William returned to Barre and began his 42-year career as an insurance broker.
On October 29, 1960, William married Irene Longchamp in St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church in Graniteville. They made their home in Graniteville until 1971, when they moved to Trow Hill until their retirement to Carrboro, North Carolina in 1998.
He held memberships in the American Legion Post 10, the Canadian Club, the Lions Club, and the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America. He also held life memberships with the VFW Post 792, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and was a sixty-year life member of the Barre Elks Lodge 1535.
Throughout his life, William enjoyed gardening, boating, fishing, golf, photography, playing the trumpet and french horn, and collecting watches and clocks. During his retirement, Bill enjoyed helping others with their hunting and fishing needs while working part-time for 15 years in the sporting goods department of Wal-Mart. He loved spending time with family, while always missing his friends and family in Vermont.
He is survived by his wife, Irene, of Carrboro, NC; his children, daughter Susan and her husband, James Frink of Ashaway, RI; son William Dudley and his wife, Lynn of St. Augustine, FL; daughter Nancy and her husband, Alan Douse of Bolton, VT; and daughter Stephanie and her husband, Roy Goulet of Durham, NC; his siblings, sisters Marilyn Ford and Donna Scalabrini of Barre, brothers Gerald Dudley and Steven Dudley of Barre, John Dudley of Morrisville, and Timothy Dudley of Ankeny, IA; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Sylvester Cemetery in Lower Websterville. Following the service there will be a reception. There are no calling hours.
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301.
BARRE TOWN - John Ballard
....show , 79, passed away Sunday, April 22, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. He leaves his wife, Helen (McGinley) Ballard (and a whole lot of in-laws!); his sister, Margaret Amaral, his grandnephew, Christopher Amaral; his grandnieces, Valerie Amaral and Stacey Amaral, his great grandniece niece Mackenzie; and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents and his nephew, Steven Amaral.
John was born and raised in Boston and graduated from Brighton High School in 1956, then served in the U.S. Navy for three years. While in the Navy, he attended Electrician’s Mate School and Nuclear Weapons School. He was stationed at Great Lakes, IL; Albuquerque, NM; Bainbridge, MD; Newport, RI; and Hawaii. On returning to the Boston area, he worked 2 years at Honeywell Guidance Systems and began a 33-year career in technical services for Xerox Corporation, working 19 years in the Boston area and the remaining 14 years in Vermont. He retired in 1994 to further pursue his interests in motorcycles and cars.
John dearly loved dogs and during his 38 years of marriage to Helen they were “parents” to at least one (and most often two) dogs. Gracie, the dog he leaves behind, is unhappy that her buddy is no longer here to share a bag of popcorn.
Visiting hours will be held Saturday, April 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy St. in Barre, followed by a reception at another location. A private burial will take place at Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 or For the Love of Dogs Vermont, PO Box 1112, Main Street, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Andrew McHugh
....show fell asleep in death due to a stroke at the age of 52 surrounded by family and friends at UVM Medical Center. Andrew was born in 1966 to Peter McHugh and Annie Olejar on Long Island, New York. At the age of 6 he moved with his parents and brothers, Christopher and Tom, to Stowe, Vermont, where they operated the Grey Fox Inn for several years. He attended Stowe Schools and enjoyed close relationships with cousins from the Murphy, Bell, and Tsonas families. In 1987 Andrew’s father married Cate Remington and he gained a step-sister, Miranda Wildman. He graduated from Stowe High School in 1984 and from UVM in 1989 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.
His career centered on accounting and finance first working in Boston for the FDIC and Federal Reserve Bank, and later in Central Vermont for National Life, GE Healthcare, Northern Power Systems, and most recently at Wells River Savings Bank. He was a CPA and operated his own consulting and tax preparation business, AJM Advisors, serving 180 clients. Even though his work life was sitting at a desk, Andrew was sure to remain physically active enjoying tennis, hiking, and sailing. Formerly he practiced Bikram Yoga. Most recently as a member at Green Mountain CrossFit, he benefitted from the physical activity and he appreciated the warm community atmosphere.
With workmates, clients, friends, and acquaintances he was reserved, kind, and easy to like. Andrew was always ready with a witty quip or profound piece of advice for anyone willing to listen. As a loving husband to Rosalie, he was patient and respectful. Deeply involved in the lives of his children, John, David, and Timothy, he inculcated values of responsibility, maturity, and independence. He and his wife were an effective parenting team, earning the respect of their children. His boys will never forget how their dad made their school lunches for them every day.
Years ago Rosalie began studying the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses. Andrew overcame his initial reservations after observing the Witnesses’ calm demeanor, happy outlook, and respect for others. Impressed, he began socializing and studying, taking the time to carefully examine the teachings of the Bible, making them a central part of his life. What he learned appealed to Andrew’s reasonable and stable nature, moving him to symbolize his dedication to Jehovah by water baptism on July 19, 2014.
Andrew was a member of the Barre Congregation, where he served as a ministerial servant and will be warmly remembered for his continued hard work in theocratic interests. Despite initial trepidation, Andrew was determined to have a full share in the door-to-door ministry along with his family. All enjoyed his hospitality as he generously opened his home for Saturday morning service meetings.
If you would like to understand more about Andrew’s beliefs, please speak with his family and friends or visit JW.org. A Memorial Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2070 Airport Road, Berlin, VT on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to make contributions to something dear to Andrew’s heart may make donations to the Worldwide Work of Jehovah’s Witnesses toward their religious and humanitarian activities. Go to JW.org and click the link “Make a Donation to Our Worldwide Work.”
BARRE CITY – Arlene Maude Draper
....show , 94, a longtime Hardwick and Barre resident, passed away at her residence on Hill Street on Friday, April 20, 2018.
Born on July 19, 1923 in Jericho, VT, she was the daughter of Wallace and Maude (Dumas) Streeter. She spent her childhood living in West Bolton and attended elementary school there before traveling to Barre and attending Spaulding High School. Her family moved to Hardwick in 1941.
After working in CT during the WW2 years, Arlene returned to VT where she met Reginald Draper. The two were married October 15, 1946 in Greensboro. They made their home for forty years in Hardwick, where they ran a successful logging business. Arlene did the bookkeeping and kept an immaculate home for her family.
Reginald passed away in 1989 and Arlene lived in the Hardwick home an additional fifteen years before moving to the Barre area. For the past three years she has resided at Lincoln House under the care of their wonderful staff.
Throughout her life she had many hobbies and interests. Important among them were sewing, vegetable and flower gardening, watching wildlife, and caring for her pets, both domestic and wild.
Survivors include her son Keith Draper of Barre; her brother-in-law Angelo Bartolotta of Middletown, CT and her sister-in-law Eileen Draper of Rutland. She also leaves several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her brother Wallace Streeter and two sisters Geraldine Cuthbert and Helen Bartolotta.
A graveside service to honor Arlene’s life will be held at the convenience of the family in the Main Street Cemetery in Hardwick.
BARRE – Robert S. Hunt
....show , 81, of the North Barre Manor and a long-time Williamstown resident passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Berlin.
Born February 5, 1937 in New Jersey, he was the son of George and Gertrude Hunt. He attended elementary and high school in New Jersey.
Robert made his home in Williamstown for many years. he enjoyed wintering in Florida, and spending summers in Braintree in a camper.
He was employed as a diesel engine mechanic before retiring from the Town of Randolph after years of employment.
Robert was a life time member of the National Rifle Association (NRA) and very active with the Williamstown Fire Department serving as chief for a few years.
In his spare time, he enjoyed shooting guns, hunting, fishing and fixing up old tractors.
Survivors include his sons Steven Hunt of South Carolina; Fred Hunt and his wife, Debra, of Barre; Tim Hunt and his wife, Sherri, of Tennessee; and William Hunt of Williamstown; four grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
A service to honor and celebrate his life will be held at the convenience of the family.
BARRE – Troy David Mitchell
....show , 25, went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2018.
He was born on October 18, 1992 in Gloucester, MA to Joseph and Erika (Williams) Mitchell. Troy attended schools in Gloucester, MA and Jupiter, FL, graduating from Harwood Union High School in Duxbury, VT.
Troy served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2011-2015.
Besides his adoring parents, Troy is survived by his loving sister Molly Mitchell and her partner, Christopher Cadorette of West Palm Beach, Florida; his loving brother Jared Mitchell who is serving in the U.S. Navy. Maternal grandparents David and Challis Williams of Gloucester, MA; paternal grandmother Judith Mitchell of Gloucester, MA; uncles Aaron Williams; Robert Mitchell and his wife, Renee and their children and grandchildren, all of Gloucester, MA.
Troy also leaves behind his beloved partner, Lexi Graham of Barre, VT and their fur babies Peri and Nova.
Troy was a hard, dedicated worker with Mad River Property Management in Waitsfield, VT. He loved pasta and meatballs, gaming, motorcycles, his meaningful tattoos and testing the limits with his best friends Travis Brixey, Cam Rutledge and Ben Eurich.
Troy had a deep passion for his family and all animals. Troy is now reunited with his beloved German Shepherd Maggie.
Services are private and a celebration of Troy’s life will be held at a later date.
BARRE – Linda Marie Jutras
....show , 69, of Allen Street passed away on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at her home.
Born June 27, 1948 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Joseph Casey and Beatrice Hardy Furphy Jutras. She attended elementary and high School at Bacon Academy in Connecticut graduating with the class of 1966.
After her graduation she lived in Connecticut, travelled the country before settling in Vermont thirty-nine years ago. Linda was a nurse and in her later years became a chef until her retirement.
In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking, painting, drawing and special times with her grandkids, family and friends.
Survivors include her children Kevin Saisi of Maine; Sonya Ingram of Illinois; Antonio Jutras, Melissa Jutras, Teresa Smedy, Launa Casey and Jason Casey all of Vermont; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild; her mother; her siblings Sue Parsons of Vermont; and James, Kenneth and Eric Furphy all of Connecticut; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her son Carl (Michael) Ohler.
A Celebration of Linda’s life will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Chapter, 45 Swift Street, South Burlington, VT 05403.
BARRE – Pauline Frances (Grandfield) Tyler
....show , 93, a long-time Barre resident passed away on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin with her loving family at her bedside.
Born September 30, 1924 in North Fayston, she was the daughter of Milferd and Gladys (Newton) Grandfield. Pauline attended elementary school in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School with the class of 1942.
On July 2, 1949, Pauline married Paul M. Tyler at the Barre Congregational Church. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre, enjoying a long and very happy life together. Their retirement years included travel to Canada, Europe and across the U.S. Paul passed away on April 27, 2009.
She was first employed by the National Life Insurance Company before becoming a bookkeeper for various companies in the granite industry until her retirement.
Pauline was a very active member of the Barre Congregational Church for seventy-five years, highlights of her church membership included singing in the choir, chancel bells, Women’s Fellowship, CoAds, and hosting a Bible Study group at her home.
In her spare time, Pauline enjoyed sewing, knitting, flower arranging, arts and crafts, doing crossword puzzles, and playing Bridge. She was a fabulous cook and a huge Boston sports fan especially of the Red Sox and Celtics!!
Survivors include her daughter Nancy Tyler and her partner, Richard Mazur of Bedford, NH; her sisters-in-law Theresa Tyler of Barre and Ethel Grandfield of Montpelier; many dear friends; as well as nieces and nephews Karen, Sue, Cheryl, Gary, Donna, Tim, Doug, Debbie, Jane, Joan, Lois Ann, Paul and Pliny and their families; and her grand cat, “Big Al”.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Paul Tyler; and her brother Stanley Grandfield.
The service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in the Barre Congregational Church, 35 Church Street, Barre. There are no calling hours.
Pauline’s family wishes to extend very special thanks to her “ladies” who lovingly cared for her and her home, allowing her to remain there as was her wish. Also, to the staff of 2 North at the Central Vermont Medical Center for their exceptional care and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Pauline’s name to the Barre Congregational Church, 35 Church Street, Barre, VT 05641, the Central Vermont Humane Society. PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601, or to the charity of your choice.
BARRE - Rudolph M. Garback
....show , 91, died April 1st, Easter Sunday, with loved ones by his side. Immediate family survivors include, Sue Garbark-Morton, of Barre, husband Robert Morton and their two sons, Jeff and Eric, and Gloria Garback, of Essex Junction and her daughter Alison Cooley, Grandpa’s special granddaughter who he thought the world of and loved so dearly. Rudy is predeceased by his loving wife of 64 years, Leona, who passed away April 20, 2017, his sister, Diana Edson, brothers, Richard and John. He predeceased his brother, Ted, by one day. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
Rudy was born in Koppel, Pennsylvania on January 21, 1927, son of Victor Garback and Mary Sarson Garback. The family moved to Vermont shortly after he was born and settled in Montpelier. In high school, Rudy was a star basketball player and played all four years of high school, serving as captain his senior year. He graduated from Montpelier High School in 1945 and enlisted in the US Marine Corps, but was honorably discharged in 1946 after the war ended.
Rudy and all the Garback brothers fell in love with the sport of golf, starting with caddying at the Montpelier Country Club at the age of nine, earning a quarter for nine holes and fifty cents for eighteen. The love of golf continued for all of the Garback brothers, who all won MCC championships and other tournaments over the years.
In 1949, Rudy met his lifelong partner, Leona Converse, while she was a senior in high school. He would holler “49er” to her at the dances to get her attention. They fell in love and married on September 28, 1952 at the Old West Church in Calais. They lived many years on Barre Street in Montpelier. During that time, they had their two daughters, Susan and Gloria. They purchased a family camp on Lake Elmore where special family memories were made; they eventually sold the camp when they purchased the Alpine Motel in 1969. Rudy renovated the entire motel and home. They ran the motel until 1987 when they sold it and built their retirement home in Barre where they continued to reside until their passing.
Rudy spent most of his career as a mail carrier, starting out in Montpelier and eventually working as a rural mail carrier out of the Plainfield Post Office. He had so many mail patrons who appreciated his excellent mail service. After 33 years of service, he retired in 1983. He stayed retired for a while, but eventually decided to return to the work force. In 1989, he started working at Central Vermont Hospital in Materials Management where he stayed for 10 years, retiring from there in 1999. Rudy developed friendships wherever he worked. He always greeted folks with a smile and a joke and often a piece of candy. He was a hard worker but more importantly, he brought joy to those who knew him and therefore, built long lasting memorable friendships with patrons, colleagues, even waitresses and staff at some of his and Leona’s favorite eateries. He was famous for saying, “you have worked so hard; take the rest of the day off” and “I don’t want to bother you.” He had a way of brightening up people’s day, both loved ones and strangers.
After Rudy retired for good, he and Leona would take several weeks every spring and travel to Florida to spend special times with good friends. Their trips were always planned around attending the Master’s Tournament every year in Augusta, Georgia. Ironically, Rudy passed away right after 3:00 on April 1st, when the final day of the tournament was just starting.
In addition to loving and providing for his family, his dedication to work and to golf, Rudy was also a hunter for many years. He and his hunting buddies owned a camp in Island Pond and he was fortunate to get a deer many of the years at the camp, including a bear on one occasion. He was also known as a pool shark, we suspect from additional hours he spent at the 19th hole. He was a well-known member of the Montpelier Elks Club, a life-long member of the American Legion, the National Rural Carriers Association, and the Mutuo, where he was known for his ravenous appetite and would eat to his heart’s content at their dinners. He and Leona were also active members of the Hedding United Methodist Church until their health began to decline.
A graveside service will be held at the Berlin Corners Cemetery on Saturday, May 5th at 2:00. Arrangements are being handled through Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home of Barre. For a memorial guestbook, visit www.hookerwhitcomb.com There will be a gathering at the family home following the service to celebrate his life and share special memories.
The family is grateful for the private caregivers who provided 24-hour care, some who had also cared for Leona up until her passing. Special blessings go out to Lauren who worked with both Rudy and Leona and became an intricate part of coordinating his care, spending countless hours of her own time, training and overseeing the others, to make sure he got the best care possible, right up until his final passing. Her dedication was instrumental in allowing him to pass on with dignity and grace. We also are grateful for Marie, who holds a special place in our hearts for the love and joy she brought to both of our parents.
Rudy was a giving person, and part of his giving included donating blood as often as allowed. It was so important to him to be able to help others, particularly Veterans, and saving lives in the process. In 2008, he was awarded Donor of the Year for his dedication. Therefore, we ask that memorial contributions be made to the American Red Cross. Please check out their website at https://www.redcross.org. for further information. Or, you can also contribute by becoming a blood donor. The Red Cross website lists blood drives offered in your area or you can contact your local Chapter for further information.
Rudy Garback, also known as Gabby, Vitz, Milan, Crafty Slav, Pool Shark, will be greatly missed, but will live on through special memories held by so many of us who remember him for his caring, generosity, and light-hearted jokes. We are sure he is either playing golf on the most beautiful golf course there is or dancing on the stars with his special wife Leona.
BARRE – Gerald R. Hallihan
....show , 69, of the East Barre Road passed away on Monday, April 30, 2018 at Woodridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Born February 16, 1949 in Barre City. Gerald attended elementary school in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School with the class of 1967.
After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served with distinction before being honorably discharged.
Upon his return from the Army, he made his home in the Barre area. Gerald was a stay-at-home dad while his children were growing up. Then he worked in the Spaulding High School cafeteria for many years.
In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, sitting out on his porch, playing cards, having a cookout and playing ball with his children.
Survivors include his children Victoria, Patrick, and Trevor Hallihan as well as Trevor’s partner Sarah Bourdeau, all of Barre; two grandchildren Eric and Lillianna; his brothers Jackie and Jim and his sister Betty Tubbs and her husband, Phil. He will be greatly missed by his fur baby, “Lokey”.
A celebration of Gerald’s life will be held at the convenience of his family.
MONTPELIER – Perley J. Briggs
....show , 97, of First Avenue passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in White River Junction. Per his wishes he requested that this obituary, written by him, be published three months after his passing.
Born June 17, 1920 in Barre, he was the son of Denison J. and Lilla F. (Smith) Briggs.
Perley attended Williamstown Village Elementary School and graduated from Williamstown High School in 1938. After graduation he attended the Johnson Normal School in Johnson, graduating in 1940 and then the Vermont State School of Agriculture graduating in 1941.
On March 26, 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Army serving with the 970th Counter Intelligence Corps in Germany during World War II. He was honorably discharged at Fort Devens on March 22, 1946 as a Technical Sergeant.
Upon his return home from the military, Perley was employed by the United States Office of Price Control for a little while before joining the staff at Connecticut General Life Insurance Company in 1946 until 1948 when he became employed as a Department Manager with the Montgomery Ward Department Store in Barre from 1948 to 1949.
On June 30, 1950 he re-enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Counter Intelligence Agent serving in various staff and command assignments in the U.S., Europe, and Korea before being honorably discharged on November 30, 1968 as a Major.
Perley then attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and received a Bachelor of General Studies Degree in 1969 before returning to Vermont to attend the University of Vermont where he graduated with a master’s Degree in Education in 1983.
Upon his return to Vermont in 1969, he became employed by the State of Vermont, Agency of Transportation and worked there until he retired in 1984 as a Safety Officer.
On October 11, 1984 Perley married Beatrice M. Cruikshank in Montpelier. Following their marriage, they made their home in Montpelier during the summer months and wintered in Florida. Beatrice passed away in November 2011.
His memberships included the former Methodist Episcopal Church in Williamstown; American Legion Post #10 in Barre; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #10209 in Spring Hill, FL; the Disabled American Veterans in Brooksville, FL; and the Masons, Granite Lodge #35, F&AM in Barre.
In his spare time, Perley enjoyed auto magazines and automobiles-especially old cars, gardening, flowers, and travel.
Survivors include his daughter Polly Briggs Martin (from a previous marriage) and her husband, Richard of London, UK as well as two granddaughters Katie and Tracey; four great-grandchildren also of London; and his long-time special friend Sondra Jacques.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Beatrice Briggs and his half-brother Jason H. Johnson.
A private service will be held at a later date. There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Vermont Chapter, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Suite 130, Williston, VT 05495, the American Cancer Society, Vermont Chapter, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 or to the American Heart Association, 2 Wall Street, Manchester, NH 03101.
WILLIAMSTOWN - Marilyn (Martin) Avery
....show , Born a twin on January 26, 1935 to George and Catherine Martin, she fell asleep peacefully in death on May 30, 2018.
Marilyn married William (Bill) Avery in 1953. They built their home in Williamstown and raised six children. She is well known for her baked goods and beautifully decorated cakes. Marilyn and Bill later divorced, and Marilyn began to work outside the home. With the help of her children she got her driver’s license and started working at Unifirst but later was able to work as a Baker at Rowan Court. The highlight of her job was when she made the monthly birthday cakes for the residents.
Marilyn also was able to travel and enjoyed many of the local bands. Two of her favorites were Diane (Otis) Kohls and Sherri of Sherri’s Jubilee.
Marilyn is survived by three brothers: Burt Martin and his wife, Celia; William Martin and his wife, Jane; and Robert Martin. Her children: William (Billy) Avery and his wife, Linda; Alfred (Ben) Avery and his wife, Polly; Edward (Eddie) Avery and his wife, Marylou; Alvin (Charlie) Avery and his wife, Nancy; Charlene Avery Stone and her husband, John; and John (Johnny) Avery and his wife, Delcey. Marilyn is grandmother to 50 grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her twin sister Marion, two brothers, her parents and two grandchildren.
There will be calling hours for family and friends held at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
A private graveside service will be held on a later date at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in Marilyn’s name may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation,
200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.
BERLIN – Katherine “Kitty” Hebert Langlois
....show , 83, died Sunday, May 27, 2018 at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Born on February 17, 1935 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Henry J. and Lora (Wilfore) Hebert.
Kitty attended the Williamstown Village School and Williamstown High School graduating as Salutatorian of the Class of 1953. During these years, she was active on the “Hi-Flier” staff for three years and was editor of the yearbook her senior year. She won the silver “W” for her participation in the school’s extra-curricular activities such as school plays and the Glee Club.
Upon graduating, Kitty was employed for several years at the Barre Trust Company which is now the Merchants Bank in Barre. In 1956, she moved to Barre with her mother and younger sister and went to work as a receptionist at LaCross Memorials Inc. for many years and worked as a teller at the Granite Savings Bank & Trust Co., both of Barre. Kitty went on to work for a few years at the State of Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Fish and Game.
In June of 1970, she married Fernand A. Langlois of Barre. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre until moving in 1972 to Hill Street Ext. in Berlin. From 1971, until retirement Kitty assisted her husband in the operation of their upholstery business.
She was an active member of St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier where she sang in the senior choir, was a member of the Parish Finance Committee and worked on many other parish activities. Her other memberships included, the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #792 Auxiliary, for eighteen years the state board of Vermont Right to Life Committee which she served for a time as State Treasurer and was also a member of the Washington County Chapter of the VRLC. Kitty also served for thirteen years as Berlin Town Auditor, was a member of the Berlin Board of Civil Authorities and a Justice of the Peace, was proud to represent Berlin on the Washington County Republican Committee. She was one of the founders of the Peoples Health and Wellness Clinic in Barre and has served on their Board of Directors. While a member of the Montpelier Senior Center, Kitty worked as a receptionist there on Mondays and volunteered in other activities. She enjoyed bowling and for many years bowled in leagues at the Twin City Lanes in Berlin in the morning Ladies’ League and later in the Seniors’ Mixed League and also served as a sub for that league.
Survivors include her sisters Theresa Poor of Berlin and Lorena Henes of Burlington; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Robert Hebert and Alfred Hebert, and sisters Harriet Poor and Elizabeth Wagner.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, June 4, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Augustine Catholic Church in Montpelier. Family and friends may call at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will take place on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, VT.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Vermont Right to Life Committee, PO Box 1079, Montpelier, VT 05601, the Peoples Health and Wellness Clinic, 553 North Main Street, Barre, VT 05641, or to the Activity Fund at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center, 98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT 05641.
BERLIN - Rosina “Pinney” Chapin Cheney
....show died May 24th, 2018 in central Vermont, where she had lived since 2005.
Born in Providence to Margaret and Walcott Chapin on August 29, 1933, she spent her childhood in Barrington, RI before attending boarding school at St. Mary’s in the Mountains in Littleton, NH. She studied political science and French at Middlebury College where she also met her husband of 40 years, Marvin Cheney.
After living for several years in Los Angeles they settled in Glastonbury, CT, where they raised two daughters, Loring and Galen.
Pinney had a long and successful career with Lord and Taylor in West Hartford. Among her many lifelong passions were politics, opera, travel, modern art, good friends, britcoms, the Sunday Times and dogs. A woman of keen intellect and discerning taste, she was also a committed supporter of the arts and artists. She was funny, big-hearted, and will be greatly missed by the many people who loved her.
She is survived by two daughters, Loring Cheney of New Ipswich, NH, and Galen Cheney of North Adams, Mass, their husbands, Robert Allen and John Haynes, step-grandchildren Luke Allen and Phoenix Haynes, and her sister, Phoebe Chapin, of Barre, Vt.
A graveside service to celebrate and honor her life will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Williamstown Village Cemetery, Route 14, Williamstown, VT.
BARRE – Leroy T. Chase
....show , 76, of Summer Street passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
Born October 10, 1941 in Barre City, Leroy was the son of Thomas Byrd and Marion (Sanborn) Chase. He attended elementary school in East Barre and Adamant before moving to Bristol, CT.
He was married to Margaret Chase for twenty-six years and they made their home in Bristol, CT. Margaret passed away in 1996. Leroy moved back to Vermont and made his home in Barre.
While in Connecticut, Leroy worked in manufacturing. In Vermont, he was employed by Larry Hebert Excavation until his retirement.
Leroy as a member of the East Barre Congregational Church, a lifetime member of the Canadian Club of Barre and a twenty-seven-year member of the Moose Club.
In his spare time, Leroy enjoyed playing cribbage and pitch as well as hunting, fishing, bowling and socializing.
Survivors include numerous step-children in Bristol, CT; his siblings Donna Ingham of Rochester; Richard Chase and his wife, Marlene of Middlesex; Kathleen Towsley and her husband, Elbert of St. Albans; Janet Chase of East Barre; and Russell Chase of Berlin.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Roger Chase in 2007 and his sister Sheila Fordham in 2013.
A potluck to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 4:00 in the Canadian Club of Barre, 414 East Montpelier Road, Barre, VT. There are no calling hours.
The family would like to thank the nurses, doctors and staff at the Barre Gardens and the Central Vermont Medical Center for their exceptional care of Leroy.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Club of Barre, PO Box 27, Barre, VT 05641.
WASHINGTON – Gene E. Wright
....show , 77, a former Washington resident who recently resided at the Edgewood Nursing Home in Farmington, ME passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 in Maine. His family was at his bedside.
Born on March 20, 1941 in Barre, he was the son of Elmer and Frances Wright.
After serving in the U.S. Army, he was employed at Rock of Ages for several years. He then took over his son-in-law’s (Steve May) landscaping business until he moved to Maine. He then worked at Semi Conductors in South Portland, ME until he became ill. Gene was a hard worker. In his spare time, he loved fishing and hunting and had a great appreciation for his family.
Survivors include his daughters Cynthia Whitmer, Linda Busque, Laurie Wright, Jodie Wright, Tricia Moloney (Wright), and Tracy Wright; one step-son Michael Gilman; four sisters Pat Howe, Barbara Jones, Anna Martin, and Brenda; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews as well as his wife, Anne Wright of Maine.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his ex-wife Brenda J. Wright (Orr), and his step-son Randall Gilman.
There are no calling hours or services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Barre Fish and Game Club, Youth Conservation Programs, PO Box 130, Barre, VT 05641.
BARRE – Betty Ann (Ballard) Trepanier
....show , 92, met her Lord Jesus Christ our Savior on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Woodridge Health and Rehabilitation Center where she had resided for six years. Her family was at her bedside.
Born on June 10, 1925 in Barre, she was the daughter of Mabel and Bert Ballard. On September 23, 1959 she married Jules Trepanier at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Montpelier. She resided and raised her family in Barre.
Betty enjoyed visiting with her family and friends, playing BINGO and eating a great bowl of spaghetti! She loved jewelry of all kinds. Some of her most cherished moments were spent with her family on holidays, birthdays and on game night playing cards. Betty was a fun-loving individual who had a wonderful sense of humor. She was loved by all.
Betty is survived by her children, Carol and her husband, Giuseppe Navarria; Michele and her husband, John Cheever; Pierre and his wife, Jan Calderara Trepanier; and daughter-in-law Tammy Trepanier. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Kelsey Isaac Trepanier; Zachary Cheever; Hannah and her husband, Jared Felch; Jacob and his wife, Kelsey Trepanier; Aslin Trepanier; and Mara, Noah and Adam Trepanier and four great-grandchildren, Audrey, Zacarias, Josiah, and Elijah.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Jules, her seven siblings and her loving son, Michael Trepanier.
A Graveside Service will be celebrated on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in Hope Cemetery. There are no calling hours. There will be a gathering of remembrance following the Service.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Woodridge Resident Activity Fund, PO Box 550, Barre, VT 05641.
BARRE – Richard A. Bell
....show , 70, a longtime Barre resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 4, 2018 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin. His loving Family was with him at his bedside.
Born on August 7, 1947, in Barre City, he was the son of Chester and Ethel (Queor) Bell. He attended elementary school in Barre and also Spaulding High School.
Following his schooling, Richard enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served with distinction before being honorably discharged in 1965.
On June 29, 1968 he married the love of his life, Stephanie Billado, in the Hedding Methodist Church in Barre. The two made their home in the Barre area for the remainder of their years and raised their two wonderful boys.
After serving in the Navy, Richard went to work for the Barre Montpelier Railroad and then for Chouinard’s Construction. After years of working in those fields he went into the food services trade. He then worked for multiple restaurants, including Shoney’s, Applebee’s, Shaun and Nora’s and Julio’s.
Throughout his life, Richard had many hobbies and interests. The most important of those included hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR and dirt track racing, collecting baseball cards, watching hockey and spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. He was also a member of the Barre American Legion Post #10.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Stephanie Bell, of Barre; two sons, Stephen Bell and his wife, Christina, of Roxbury and Lee Bell and his wife, Sharon, of Barre as well as twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He also leaves a brother, Douglas Bell of Barre; his aunt, Pauline Pombar, of Northfield and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Richard’s life will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in the Roxbury Cemetery, on Route 12A in Roxbury, at 2:00 p.m. There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions in Richard’s name may be made to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department at 1 National Life Drive, Davis 2, Montpelier, VT 05620-3702.
BARRE – Barbara L. Frattini
....show , 92, passed away at Lincoln House on Thursday, May 3, 2018 where she had resided since January 2014.
Born in Montpelier on January 8, 1926, she was the daughter of Albert and Sylvia (Converse) McKnight and was a 1943 graduate of Montpelier High School.
On June 6, 1947, she married Louis Frattini Jr. in East Montpelier and spent her married life in Barre City and later Barre Town. Louis passed away in March 2014.
Traveling with her husband, her sons and their families, golfing at the Barre Country Club and the Palm River Club in Naples, Florida, her knitting, and her involvement in various Hedding Methodist Church activities were her lifetime enjoyments.
Survivors include her sons and their spouses: Bill and Barb Frattini of Bath, ME and Jay and Sonda Frattini of Charlotte, NC; four grandchildren; Karla Frattini Bruckmann and Joe Frattini, Valerie Frattini, and Nathan Frattini; and great-grandchildren Noelle Bruckmann, Henry Bruckmann and Matteo Frattini.
She was predeceased by her husband Louis, sons Thomas and Charles (Chuck) Frattini, grandson Nicholas Frattini, and her brothers George and Donald McKnight.
A graveside memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family in the Hope Cemetery. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lincoln House, 120 Hill Street, Barre, VT 05641.
BARRE - Delta Teresa Zorzi Dalton “Gim”
....show passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 after a short stay at Woodridge Nursing Home.
Born in Barre on May 23, 1921, she was the daughter of Gaetano Zorzi and Guiseppina Comolli Zorzi. Delta grew up in Barre on Circle Street with her sister Tisbe. Delta was a tom boy, she loved to play outside, and she loved school. She attended Lincoln School and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1939. Delta started working at MH Fishman Co Inc. in Barre and remained there for 40 years, she made many dear friends while working and really enjoyed her time there.
Delta met her husband Theodore ‘Ted’ Dalton at a dance, they married on September 18, 1948. She and Ted built their house in 1955 and welcomed their son Daryl James Dalton into the world on September 28, 1955. Delta spent these years with Ted, caring for her mother, raising Daryl and working at Fishman’s. Ted predeceased her on January 30, 1982. She never drove a car and therefore would walk herself and Daryl to and from work and school every day. Delta loved to garden. She had a beautiful flower and vegetable garden that she managed for many years. Another favorite hobby of hers was hand coloring photographs, she did this beautifully in her spare time. Delta was a member of the St. Monica’s Catholic Church, a member of the Catholic Daughters and Scout Leader at St. Monica’s for many years.
In her later years she took care of her Granddaughter Katie during the day. They shared a very special bond. She loved all the neighborhood kids, she was an important and integral part of their childhood and always thought fondly of this time in her life. Delta loved music and the arts and always encouraged involvement throughout her life. Above everything, she loved people, an ‘adopted’ mother and grandmother to many, she had countless friends throughout her life and was always a kind soul.
She lived in her house independently for 96 years. Her strength, determination and love will be missed, but she will continue to be an inspiration for all that knew her.
Delta is survived by her son Daryl Dalton and his wife, Julie Town Dalton of Barre, her granddaughter Katie Dalton Lochhead and her husband, Joshua Lochhead, their two boys – her great grandchildren Ezra and Avery Lochhead all of Barre, her niece Beverlee Lawson of Websterville and her two great nephews Bradley Lawson of Websterville and Thomas Dean of Virginia.
A service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Interment will take place after the service in Hope Cemetery in Barre. Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. For a memorial guestbook, visit www.hookerwhitcomb.com
Contributions in Delta’s memory may be made to the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation - vtchildrenstrust.org – 95 St. Paul Street, Suite 330, Burlington, VT 05401.
BARRE - John C. “Jack” Belding
....show , 89, died peacefully at Lincoln House in Barre on Saturday, June 23, 2018. He was born in Northampton, MA on October 5, 1928, to Robert J. and Lucia S. Belding.
Jack graduated from Northampton High School in 1948, and from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst in 1953. While at UMass, he met Patricia J. Wyman, whom he married in Auburndale, MA, on October 3, 1953. His first job was at Gould Farm in Monterey, near Great Barrington, MA.
In 1957, he was hired by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a Plant Pest Control Inspector. Initially overseeing the southern half of Vermont in that capacity, he was transferred to the northern half in 1963, when he and his family moved from Rutland to Barre. Jack continued at the Dept. of Agriculture until retiring in 1983.
A long-time member of the Barre Paletteers, Jack was an accomplished photographer who won many awards. His work was featured in Vermont Life in the 1970s and 1980s. He and his wife collaborated on several magazine articles and books, Pat providing the text, and Jack providing the pictures.
After Pat had retired in 1993 from her long-time position at the Aldrich Library, she and Jack became dedicated hikers, and Jack continued his photography, as well as appearing with his work at many craft shows. Jack’s “man cave” was his dark room in the basement, where he developed all of his own work and produced countless prints, both in color and black-and-white.
Soon after the death of Pat on March 9 of this year, Jack, who had been in poor health for some time, chose to end his 55-year residence at 8 Delmont Avenue, and moved to Lincoln House. His last days were spent there under the excellent care of Lincoln House staff, who made his transition as comfortable as possible.
Jack leaves a daughter, Janet W. Belding of Sandwich, MA, and her partner Melinda Smallwood. Janet and Melinda have two children, Allie and Peter Belding; and Jack’s son, Russell Belding, lives with his wife Lori in Barre. Jack was predeceased by his parents, brother Robert Belding, and sister Joyce Hart. A sister, Ruth Munro of Mount Jackson, VA, survives him, as do many nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in the fall, at a date and time to be announced.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lincoln House, 120 Hill Street, Barre, VT 05641.
BARRE – Thomas Earl Lussier
....show , 57, of Pike Street passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at his home.
Born January 24, 1961 in Barre, he was the son of Frank and Esther (LaForest) Lussier. Thomas attended Brook Street Elementary School and Spaulding High School both in Barre.
On July 30, 1994 he married Brandy Messier in Graniteville. Following their marriage, they made their home in Barre.
Thomas was employed as a Custodian at Spaulding High School, he then worked at Green Mountain Coffee Roasters before joining the staff of Vermont Castings. Thomas was a great dad always helping others.
In his spare time, Thomas played horseshoes with the Barre Horseshoe League and was interested in corvettes. He enjoyed fishing, family time, gardening, going to the ocean, boating, water skiing and loved to travel.
Survivors include his wife, Brandy Lee Lussier of Barre; his sons Thomas Earl Lussier, Jr., and his companion Amy Leavitt of Woodbury; Michael Scott Lussier and his wife, Devan of Greensboro Bend; and Shane Nicholas Lussier and his companion Mariah Fisher of St. Johnsbury; his daughter Shayla Elizabeth Messier of Barre; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; his brothers Donald LaForest and his wife, Charlene of Barre; Michael LaForest and his wife, Tina of Orange; Jack Lussier and his wife, Alisa of Barre; and Joe Lussier and his wife, Candy of Ladson, SC; and his sisters Tina Lussier of Barre; and Becky Lussier of Barre; as well as several nephews and nieces.
He was predeceased by his parents.
The service to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre. Family and friends may call from 12:00 noon until the time of the service.
BERLIN - Lizette Jean D’arc Morton
....show passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center where she resided for the past 5 years. Lizette was 84 years old.
Born in Graniteville on July 2, 1933, she was the daughter of Joseph and Emilia (Roy) Routhier. She attended Holy Ghost Convent in Graniteville and later, married her husband Burgh “Buddy” Morton on October 27, 1951 at the St. Sylvester Catholic Church in Graniteville. They were married for 45 years. “Buddy” Morton died on January 6, 1997.
Lizette, affectionately nicknamed “Lee”, spent most of her career working at Sprague Electric and later at Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home. She was a member of the St. Sylvester Catholic Church and St. Jean Baptiste.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and two grandsons, playing bingo, and going to yard sales. She also enjoyed cooking, sewing, dancing, and listening to country music.
Lizette was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and constantly put others before herself. She is survived by her only son Robert Morton and his wife, Susan Garback-Morton of Barre Town; two grandsons Jeffrey Morton and his partner Mark Litchfield of Peaks Island, Maine, and Eric Morton and his wife, Carissa Morton and two great-grand-children of Barre Town. She is also survived by her only sister Sylvia Morin and her husband Philip Morin of Graniteville as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 22, 2018 at 10:00 am in the St. Sylvester Catholic Church in Graniteville, followed by inurnment at the St. Sylvester Cemetery in Lower Websterville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lizette’s memory to The Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 13 Overlook Drive, Suite 1, Berlin, VT 05641, The Alzheimer’s Association- Vermont Chapter, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Williston, VT 05495, or to the American Parkinson Disease Association-Vermont Chapter, UVM Medical Center, 1 South Prospect Street, Burlington, VT 05401.
BARRE – Irene (Honey) Gaylord
....show , 91, died Thursday, June 14, 2018, at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin.
She was born in Montpelier on October 12, 1926, the daughter of Jose and Leonor (Gutierrez) Ortiz.
Irene graduated from Spaulding High School in 1944. She married Bruce Gaylord on March 24, 1945. He died on October 25, 1968.
She had been employed at National Life Insurance Company in the Mail Room, retiring in 1987.
Irene is survived by one daughter, Penni Perrotte, and son-in-law, Anthony (Tony) Perrotte of Durham, NC; a sister-in-law, Kay Bigelow of Oakdale, CT; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lisa Bearden; two brothers, Frederick and Angel Ortiz; and four sisters, Amelia Drown, Dena Estivill, Lola Zorzi, and Tina Tosi.
A graveside committal service will be held at a later date in the East Brookfield Cemetery. There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or to Four Seasons Care Home, Inc., 135 S. Main Street, Northfield, VT 05663.
MORETOWN – Edward H. Lee
....show , 86, a longtime resident of River Road, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 14, 2018.
Born in Duxbury on April 16, 1932, he was the son of Elmer and Lena Lee.
Following his schooling he joined the United States Army, where he served with distinction in the 11th Airborne Division before being honorably discharged.
In 1953 he married Jolene Siler, in Barre. The couple made their home in Barre before moving to Moretown in 1993.
Edward began his career in 1954 delivering bread and baked goods for the Sunbeam Bread Company and later worked for Keebler, Hills Brothers Coffee and Nestle, before retiring in 1993.
Throughout his life he had many hobbies and interests, but the most important were fishing, writing poetry, playing his guitar, and gardening. He attended the Websterville Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Jolene Lee; a daughter Kathy Couture and her husband, Ron of Barre and three grandchildren, Courtland Couture of California; Jacob Couture and his wife, Kirstin, and their children, Rowyn and Declan of Woburn, MA; and Kelsey Trepanier and her husband, Jake, of East Burke. He also leaves a special cousin, Roger Gonyea of Williamstown and several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Debra, and three brothers, Roland, Daniel and Andrew.
A graveside service to honor and celebrate Edward’s life will be held in the Elmwood Cemetery in Barre, on Friday June 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.
There are no calling hours.
BARRE – R. Elton Duffy
....show , (better known as Bob or Duf), 77, died on Saturday, June 2, 2018.
Duf was born in Glens Falls, NY on September 11, 1940. He is a graduate of Hebron Academy, attended Brown University and graduated from the University of Connecticut. He married his childhood sweetheart Kate Birdsall and they enjoyed 54 wonderful years of marriage.
He worked first for the Hartford Insurance Group and moved to Barre as its Vermont Special Agent in 1969. Several years later, Duf became a partner in the Berg, Carmolli and Kent Insurance Agency.
Duf led a quiet life in his latter years. However, his interest in the pursuit of knowledge never waned. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed driving across the country to visit.
He is survived by his wife Kate Birdsall, and his children Avery Scheib (Dervis) of Eden Prairie, MN and Charles Duffy (Jamie Mosher) of Whitefish, MT. His wonderful grandchildren are Will and Sam Scheib, Rye and Luca Duffy and Ayla Mosher. At home, one cannot forget his beloved cats.
In his younger days, Duf enjoyed boating, water and snow skiing, golfing and snowmobiling. His motorcycle was dubbed, “my shrink” and he spent many hours and miles on his prized BMW. He was an active participant in the Barre Jaycees, SnoBees Snowmobile Club, Barre Masons and Mt. Sinai Shriners.
In July, a memorial service to celebrate his life will be held in Glens Falls.
As is Duf’s wish, contributions in his memory may be made to Peoples Health and Wellness Clinic, Yorra Legacy Fund, 553 North Main Street, Barre, VT 05641, dedicated to free health care for the uninsured, or Lake George Association, PO Box 408, Lake George, NY 12845, dedicated to education and preservation of our beautiful Lake George.
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