, 85, from Derby Line, Vermont passed away peacefully Thursday February 22nd surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was born May 6, 1932 in East Orange, NJ, to the late Percy and Mildred (English) Bullis. Jack was the eldest of 11 children; Barrie, Dianne, Jim, Bill, Joe, Judy, Mary Lou, Danny, Paula Marie, and Craig. He graduated from North Troy High School. Jack enlisted in the U.S. Air Force prior to the Korean Conflict as a flight engineer on a B-29 bomber. He loved to tell stories of both training and combat missions. He was honorably discharged in December 1952. On Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, 1953, he married Beverly J. Glodgett. They were a very outgoing couple and had many friends to go bowling, play cards, explore computers, and CB radio. For 37 years, Jack was employed as a Master Electrician and Manufacturing Engineer by Tivoly, Inc in Derby Line (formerly known as Butterfields). After 60 years of marriage, Bev passed away in July 2014. Jack was also predeceased by four of his brothers; Barrie, Bill, Joe, and Jim. He is survived by his children; Theresa and husband Edward Fortin from Holland, David and wife Lori (Major) from Barre, Debra and husband Richard Turner from Rio Rancho, NM, and Thomas and wife Colleen (Poutre) from Georgia, VT. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Jack requested no calling hours, so a short graveside service will be arranged in late spring.

, 68, of Barton, Vermont passed away suddenly on February 21, 2018 in Newport. She was born on May 4, 1949 in Bristol, CT to Ernest and Ada (Green) Rivers. On January 5, 1985 she married Robert McGivern who survives her. Christine was a seamstress and worked at the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory. Her enjoyment was sewing, doing word search, caring for her family and animals and she was very loved by many people.  She is survived by her husband Robert McGivern of Barton, Vermont, by her children: Brenda Bedor and her husband Richard of St. Johnsbury, VT, Julia Heywood and her husband Warren of Lyndonville, Vermont, by her grandchildren: Shane, Heathe, Braun, and Douglas Hodgdon, Anthony Hodgdon, Joseph Dresser, David and Julieanne Cole, Shane, and Warren, Jr Heywood, and Christopher Putnam. She is also survived by her siblings: April Webster of Brownington, Vermont, Anita Austin of East Haven, Vermont, and Susann Humphrey of East Burke, Vermont, a special niece Tami Sykes of Newport, Vermont, and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by two sons: Harold and William Cole.  A celebration of her life will be held on March 10, 2018-please contact a family member for time and place. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Cancer Fund, P.O.Box 2496, Manchester Center, Vermont 05255.

, 94, of Holland, Vermont passed away on February 20, 2018 in Newport, Vermont. She was born on July 25, 1923 in Canada to Ethram and Rosalyn Boissy. In 1961 she married Sidney O. Carter who predeceased her in 2004.  She and her late husband owned and operated a farm in Holland, Vermont for many years. Among her hobbies, she enjoyed quilting and going to yard sales. She is survived by her son Roy Lucius and his wife Jill of West Boylston, MA, by her grandchildren: Randi, Cori and her husband Mike and by a sister Bernadette Bellanger.  She was predeceased by 6 brothers and 8 sisters.  Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 63, of Westfield, Vermont passed away on February 19, 2018 in Newport, Vermont. He was born on September 8, 1954 in Rapid City, South Dakota to Calvin and Maxine (Murphy) Dykeman. On March 25, 1975 he married Debbie Frasier who survives him. Steven was career veteran with the United States Army for 21years. He enlisted in the Army in 1973 and served a tour of duty in Korea. Steven was an accomplished mechanic and instructor in the Army. He culminated his career as a recruiter; where he earned his gold recruiter badge with sapphires and gold recruiter ring. Upon retirement from the Army, Steve worked for the Vermont Department of Corrections where he served as a case worker for 21 years. He held a membership with the Troy Area Lions Club of Vermont. Steven loved to share stories of recruiting for the Army and he also enjoyed sugaring. He had a big kind heart and would talk to anyone. Steven had a captivating smile and a twinkle in his eye and instantly made friends with anyone he met. His greatest joy in life was the time he spent with his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family. He is survived by his wife Debbie Dykeman of Westfield, Vermont; and by his children Steven Dykeman and his wife Emily of Milton, Vermont; Nakiah Dykeman and his wife Emily of Swanton, Vermont; Daniel Dykeman and his wife Amanda of Georgia, Vermont; Katina Dykeman of Derby Line, Vermont; and Stacey Dykeman-Godfrey and her husband Travis of Newport, Vermont. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Ana, Ella, Saveren, Penelope, Calvin, Caeden, Lillian, Maisy, Malachi, and Noah. Steven is survived by his siblings: Kevin Dykeman of Derby, Vermont; Kenne Karge of Phoenicia, New York; Alan Dykeman of Swanton, Vermont; and Sherrie Young and her husband Joe of Tannersville, NewYork. He is also survived by his Step-Mother Charlotte Dykeman of Swanton, Vermont; by his brother-in-law Alan Frasier and his wife Sarah and their daughter Riley of Newport, Vermont; and brother-in-law Kevin Frasier of Phoenicia, New York. Steven was predeceased by his parents. Friends may call from 1-3 P.M. on Friday February 23, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. A celebration of his life will be held at the Eastside Restaurant on Friday February 23, 2018 from 4:30 P.M. until closing. A graveside service will be held in the Spring at the Westfield Cemetery with full military honors. Patriots Riders will be in attendance along with the Corrections Honor Guard and Lions Honor Guard. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Troy Lions Club, 1257 VT Route 100, Westfield, Vermont 05874, or to the Veterans United Spinal Association, 126-34 Queens Blvd # 320, Kew Gardens, NY 11415.

, 62, of Island Pond, Vermont passed away on February 19, 2018 in Newport, Vermont. She was born on February 23, 1955 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey to Margaret (Grossmeyer) Prisnock and the late Louis Prisnock. She graduated from Westfield High School in New Jersey in the class of 1973.  Diane operated an antique shop in Island Pond and was a nurses aid in the area. Her joy was collecting and selling antiques and working in her garden. Her dog Leon was a big part of her life. She is survived by her mother Margaret Prisnock of Bernville, PA, by her siblings Margaret Kraemer of St. Petersburg, FL, and David Prisnock of Bernville, PA. and by her nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father Louis Prisnock in 2013. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855. 

, 86, passed away peacefully in the Town of Newport on Saturday, February 17th surrounded by his family. He was born on December 21, 1931 in Barton, VT, to the late Carlos and Vera (Fairbrother) Libby. Nicknamed “Tink” he graduated from Barton Academy in 1949, and Massachusetts College of Pharmacy on June 4, 1958. He married Donnie Marie Matthews on June 1, 1957, who survives him. He was being cared for by his family when he passed on to meet His Lord and Savior, Jesus. Clarence was known by many in the community for being the owner of The East Side Pharmacy on East Main Street in Newport. He purchased the drug store in the early 60s and moved the business to North Country Hospital Medical Arts Building in 1983. In September of 1976, he received the Bowl of Hygieia award for “outstanding community service and pharmacy” from A.H. Robbins. He attempted to retire in 1993 when he sold the pharmacy, but had such a passion for his life’s work as a pharmacist that he accepted a part-time position at Brown’s Drug Store in Derby Line, VT. He continued his love for helping to heal others with his vast knowledge of medicine until he finally chose to retire at the age of 79, to spend more time with the love of his life, Donnie Marie. Clarence served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War, and earned the National Defense Service Medal while serving in Panama, guarding the canal. He was honorably discharged on December 18, 1953. After moving to Newport in 1959, he served the community in various ways as a member of Kiwanis, a Cub and Boy Scout Leader, and a faithful church attender at the United Church of Newport. In 1994 he became a member at the Grace Brethren Church of Irasburg where he served as a Deacon. Clarence loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, whenever possible. He had a passion for flying (he was part owner of the “Gray Ghost” airplane), playing tennis, hiking, snowshoeing, alpine and cross-country skiing, and especially loved swimming in the ocean, at Crystal Lake, and in his own backyard. He will be remembered most as a servant who loved to help others. He enjoyed the snow, and will be fondly remembered for snow-blowing neighborhood driveways - a gift he was still giving this past January. The family wished to express their thanks and appreciation for all those who participated in keeping Clarence and Donnie living independently in their own home for as long as possible, and to all those who helped with his care over the past several months. We are indebted to Dr. Niemera for her expert care, to the compassionate VNA and Hospice nurses and aids, and to family, neighbors, friends, and church family who assisted in so many ways. We give a heartfelt thanks to the Cartee family, Rhonda Bullis, and Joan Swenson, for their compassion and amazing support. Clarence is survived by his loving wife, Donnie Marie (Matthews) Libby of Newport, and his five children: Scott M. Libby and his wife Monica of Newport, Sally Libby-Baldwin and her husband Bill Baldwin of Underhill, Barbara Jean (Libby) Dagesse and her husband Paul of St. Petersburg, FL, Kathryn M. Libby and Keith K. Banning of Helena, MT, and Joanna Libby Kinsey and her husband Earl of South Albany, VT. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Clarence was predeceased by his brother Walter Libby, and his parents, Carlos and Vera. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. A memorial service will be held at the Grace Brethren Church in Irasburg, at the junction of Routes 5 and 14 near Coventry, on February 23, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be held in the spring with full military honors. Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Clarence’s memory may be made to the Grace Brethren Church of Irasburg, VT. Please mail donations to P.O. Box 41, Coventry, VT 05825.

, 68, of Walden, Vermont died peacefully on February 16, 2018 in Burlington, Vermont, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 19, 1949 in Randolph, Vermont to Henry and Lorena (Sherman) Eaton.  On July 24, 1967 she married Ronald Emmitt Brown who predeceased her. Veronica was an LPN for many years. Among her hobbies she enjoyed making crafts, riding her motorcycle, traveling, horses, and she was always there for family and friends. She is survived by her children: Mathew M. Brown of Dekalb Jct, NY, Michelle Putvain of Walden, VT and Melinda Abbott of NY, by her siblings: Sophia Sanderson and her husband Robert of East Jamaica, Vermont, Penny Harrington and her husband Dennis of Brattleboro, Vermont, Tonilyn Fletcher of Norton, Vermont, 10 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her parents Lorena and Henry Eaton, by her sister Patricia Chaves, and her brother-in-law Steven (Pete) Fletcher.

, 90, of Irasburg, VT, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 15, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born April 9, 1927 in Irasburg, VT, the son of Doris and Antoinette (Brasseur) Perrault. On October 2, 1950 he married Angeline Desjardins, who predeceased him on September 10, 2012. They celebrated 61 beloved years of marriage. He was the proud father of eight daughters as well as a loving husband. He was a dedicated farmer for most of his life. Gerry and Angie operated their dairy farm on the Lake Region Road for 43 years. After auctioning the family farm in 1988 and retiring from farming, he could either be found in his garden planting and harvesting vegetables or downstairs in his workshop working on various projects. He also spent many springs in his sugar house making maple syrup. He was the true definition of a tough, hard-working Vermonter.  He is survived by his eight daughters: Lucille and her husband David Lawes of Barton, VT, Joanne and her husband Richard Dealy of Sandwich, MA, Denise and her husband Alan Turner of Newport, VT, Carmen and her husband Christopher Gage of Orleans, VT, Marie and her husband Albert Beaudry of Albany, VT, Estelle and her husband Thomas Nelson of Essex, VT, Lisa and her husband Bruce Quigley of Biddeford, ME, Gisele “Gigi” and her husband Randy Poginy of Barton, VT; and by his 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters: Jeanette Poulin, Theresa Fortin, and Yvette Bruneau; by his sisters-in-law Marie-Paul Perrault and Theresa Perrault; and by his brother-in-law James Baker. He was predeceased by brothers Donat and George Perrault and sister Lorraine Baker. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Roland Desjardins of FL; sister-in-law Jeannette Auger of FL; Sister-in-law Paulette Lebrun of FL; Sister-in-law Mona Brousseau and her husband Guy of FL; Sister-in-law Mary Jane Denney of NC; brother-in-law Roger Desjardins and his wife Barbara of FL; and brother-in-law Hubert Desjardins of Barton, VT and predeceased by sister-in-law Huguette McA’Nulty Black and brother-in-law Emile Desjardins. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, VT, on Tuesday, February 20, 2018 from 6 to 8 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 11 AM at St. Theresa’s Church in Orleans, VT with Father Timothy Naples celebrating a mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow later this spring at St. Theresa's Cemetery on the Barton-Orleans Road. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Orleans/Essex VNA & Hospice, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 96, of Troy, Vermont, died peacefully surrounded by her family on February 13, 2018 at Bel-Aire Center in Newport, Vermont. Aurore was born on January 4, 1922 in New Bedford, Massachusetts to Joseph and Oglore (Moreau) Bouchard, and was raised on a dairy farm in Jay, Vermont. She was the last survivor amongst seven siblings, having been predeceased by Albert, Irene (Lemaire), George, Raymond, Delphis and Therese (Becotte). She married her loving husband Maurice Joseph Morin on September 21, 1944, who predeceased her on April 23, 1997 at the age of 80. They raised their family on the farm on North Hill in Troy and later moved to a 5-bedroom home in downtown Troy where she lived for the remainder of her life. She is survived by her five children: Roger and Diane Morin (predeceased on July 28, 2010) of Troy, Jeannine and Wayne Boyce of Grand Prairie, Texas, Bernard and Cindy Morin of Grand Prairie Texas, Ronald and Michele Morin of Burlington, Roland and Nancy Morin of Dalton, Massachusetts. She leaves a total of 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Her love for her family could be seen by her interest in each of them, remembering all their birthdays, and always so happy to greet them when they came to visit or when they called up to talk to her. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, loved playing bingo and was the number one fan of the Boston Celtics. She may be best known, however, for her quilt-making, a skill she learned from her father. In her lifetime, she has made over 100 quilts, hand-stitched with love on her father’s antique quilt frame. She gave at least one quilt to each member of her family, including every single descendant and their spouses – even to the youngest who is not yet born. Through her quilts, she will be fondly remembered every time they are used. The hard work of her early years continued throughout her life. One important goal that Aurore and Maurice shared was to ensure that their children received a Catholic education at Sacred Heart in Newport. While the children were young, Aurore took on extra jobs wallpapering and providing childcare in order to pay for the bus to transport the children each day. She later spent several years catering with Fern and John Meunier (Green Valley Restaurant) while also working at Weyerhaeuser in North Troy. She then went to work for Indian Head Plywood (now CFP) until she retired. A favorite weekend pastime on many Saturday nights for Aurore and Maurice was playing cards (Cinq cents - 500) with friends and neighbors including the Morrissettes, Routhiers, Bathalons, Lalibertys and LeBlancs. Many games, laughs and fond memories were enjoyed. Aurore was a life-time member of Weight Watchers and a recorder for several years. Her support, encouragement and example were an inspiration to many people. She was an active member at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Troy, attending Mass daily as well as every weekend. Her faith in God was obvious to all who knew her. Her gifts to the parish included years of donating her time and skills as a member of the Ladies of St. Anne, working on countless church lunches, dinners, and quilts to be raffled for the church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Sacred Heart Parish Building Fund, 18 North Pleasant Street, North Troy, VT 05859. Calling hours will be on Sunday, February 18 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 19 at 11:00 am at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 130 S. Pleasant St, Troy.

, 92, passed away in her home in Derby, VT, on Friday, February 9, surrounded by her children. Born in Lisbon, N.Y., to Raymond and Marion Thompson, she married husband John, a musician and music teacher, in Lisbon, NY, in 1954 and spent much of her life in Turin, N.Y., where she and John ran the Snowflake Lodge. An English teacher at Lowville Academy for over 30 years, Bette received her Bachelor degree in English and Masters in Education from St. Lawrence University. Steadfast in her faith, humble and caring in her treatment of others, and disciplined in her work, Bette lived and died with grace and dignity. Bette is survived by son William, daughter-in-law Betzi Goodman, and granddaughter Lezah Gannon, of Cambridge, VT, and daughter Kim and son-in-law Richard Ricciardi, with whom Bette lived in Derby. She is also survived by sisters Una LaBarge of Lewisville, TX, and Ilene Payne of Canton, NY, and brother Robert of Lisbon, NY. A graveside service and memorial service will be held in Lisbon, NY, in the spring (TBA). Contributions may be sent to the Orleans/Essex VNA and Hospice: 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855, or the Lisbon Presbyterian Church.

, 74, of North Troy, passed away in Newport on Wednesday, April 25, 2018.  He was born on March 4, 1944, in North Troy, the son of Alfred and Mary (LaFlame) Santaw. Paul worked at Ethan Allen Manufacturing for many years. Paul was a veteran who served in the Vietnam War. Among his hobbies he enjoyed playing softball, horseshoes, hunting, fishing, and gardening. He is survived by his son Shawn, his wife Heidi, and their children Abbie and TJ and his son Marc, his wife Tira, and their children Kara and her fiancé Aaron Lemieux and Ally. He is also survived by his companion Joyce Mayhew, by his brothers: Alfred and wife Shirley, Robert and Mike and his wife Mary, all of North Troy; his sisters, Theresa Kelley and her husband Donald of Orleans, and Dora Crete and her husband Roger of Connecticut and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Eddy, Orville, William and Willard, and by his sister Madeline Dillon. Friends may call at the Curtis- Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road, in Newport on Saturday, May 5th, 2018 from 1:00-2:00PM. Military Honors will be presented by the Vermont National Guard and the Orleans American Legion. Please join the family after calling hours for a celebration of Paul’s life at the American Legion in North Troy (downstairs) to share stories and memories of Paul.  In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Curtis- Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT 05855 to defer funeral expenses.

, age 86, passed away April 17, 2018 at North Country Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born October 10, 1931, the 7th of 11 children, in Saint-Jacques-de-Leeds, Quebec to Jean and Irene (Ouelette) Guay. He was married to Jeannine Pare in Saint-Pierre-de-Broughton, Quebec in June 1957. They moved to a dairy farm in North Troy in November 1963 where they raised their six well behaved sons.  Andre was a self-reliant individual who embraced the traits of The Greatest Generation: hard work, grit, honesty, God and Family. He worked the lumber camps of northern Quebec in the 1950s to finance the purchase of his first dairy farm in Quebec. He lived on that farm until immigrating to the US in 1963. He ran the dairy farm in North Troy until 1977 when he sold the farm to open a garage in Newport Center which is still family owned. He retired from the garage in 1996 and went back to working in the woods “the only job I really loved”.  He enjoyed the outdoors immensely and played as hard as he worked. He was an avid snowmobiler, hunter and fisherman. Andre looked forward to the Vermont Deer Season each fall; a time he cherished spending with his sons and grandchildren. Never to be outdone, Andre was a fierce competitor and always strived to end each season with the biggest and the best deer. He also loved camping and enjoyed nothing more than a meal cooked over an open campfire, even in the middle of the winter. Andre enjoyed the get-togethers at the cabin on Bear Mountain with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His large family is made up of the following: The family of Benoit Guay and his wife Karlene of Coventry. Granddaughters; Shannon Guay and her partner Mark Duffy and children Thomas and Samuel Duffy and Sammie Bartlett. Lynn Brochu and her husband Phil and children Isaiah, Owen and Miley. Andrea Machado and her husband Joel and their children Mia and Landyn. Granddaughter Mariah Gentley of Coventry. The family of Daniel Guay and his wife Marie of Newport Center. Cassie Choquette and her husband Jonathon and children Jade, Azeriel and Trinity. Chantel Glover and her husband Steve and children Cheyenne and Noella. Granddaughter Deanne Guay of Newport Center. Rene Guay who predeceased him in 1979. Roger Guay and his partner Teresa McAlister of Brownington. His children David Guay and wife Amy and children Noah, Emily and Tyler of Royersford, PA. Master Chief Dennis Guay, USAF of Shreveport, LA. Mario Guay and his wife Veronica of Gardner, MA. Their children Joseph Guay and Lt. Andrew Guay US Army. SSG Sylvain Guay, US Army and wife SFC Erica Guay, US Army of Saint George, VT. Their daughter Teya Dunwoody and husband Eugene and their daughter Shelby. Their son Conner Morse. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport on Friday June 8, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday June 9, 2018 with the Rev. Leo Bilodeau officiating. Friends may also call from 9:30 A.M. on Saturday June 9, 2018 at the funeral home until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. 

, 82, of Newport, passed away on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018, Surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 13th, 1935 in West Topsham, VT. He was the son of the late Harold and Gertrude (Mason) Limlaw. At the age of 12 he started working for Don Gage. For most of his life, Robert owned Limlaw’s Building Construction. On October 20th, 1978 he married Elizabeth Stratton who survives him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, tinkering on small projects around the house, wintering in Lake Alfred, FL, working in the woods, pulling horses, playing cribbage, poker, and 500 with his brothers. He had a dry sense of humor, always told the truth with no sugar coating, but you always knew his thoughts. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty) Limlaw, his children Paula Pray and her husband David of Johnson, Robert Limlaw Jr. and his fiancé Jennifer Perry of Derby, Marie Bonneau and her companion Scott Flynn of Addison, Deb Tanguay of Coventry, Kerrie Lynn Limlaw Sicard of Coventry, son-in-law Jason Sicard of Barton, his step son Wade Tyler and his wife Diane (Cookie) of Newport, his grand children, Joshua, Ryan, Jenna, Tyler, Mykayla, Mitchell, Alexis, Jacob, Micha, Ciera, Carl, his great grandchildren, Stella, Carson, Aiden, Rhett, Cullen, Brystle, and Carlie. Robert is also survived by his sisters, Marilyn Gray and her husband Brian of Jeffersonville, Christina Williams of Brownington Center, Marion Corbett and her companion Roger Fournier of Newport, and by many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many great friends, and long-time customers, Mona and Mickey Lewis, Lawrence and Jan Fournier, Dr. John A. Hobson, Leslie and Doug Calcagni and Dr. Ron Kubica. The family of Robert would like to extend appreciation to Judy Desroches for her loving care and friendship in Florida. Also, Barbara Olsen, Palliative Care Coordinator, and the staff of Swann 6 at Winter Haven Hospital in Florida, who paved the way to allow us to fulfill Dad’s last wish to get home. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers, David Sr, Gardner, and Walter Limlaw Sr., his sister Virginia Royer , two infant siblings, his brother-in-laws Ernest Royer and Andre Williams, and his sister-in-law Harriett Limlaw. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Sunday, April 22nd, 2018 from 4:00-7:00pm where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday April 23, 2018 with the Rev. Bob Wilson officiating. Spring interment in Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s memory to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT, 05855 or to the Orleans / Essex VNA & Hospice, Inc, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

was born in Vallee Jct., Quebec on May 22, 1926 to Joseph and Jeanne Poulin. She passed away on April 14,2018 in Derby, Vermont. At the age of 12 her family moved to Beebe, Quebec where she ultimately met the love of her life Conrad Haselton. They were married on Aug 13, 1949. Yolande was a stay at home mom for her children’s formative years. As her children grew up Yolande began working at the unemployment office in Newport. She then worked at Community National Bank and for the State of Vermont. In the early 80’s, she and Conrad moved to Smiths Falls, Ontario for Conrad’s job. Yolande worked here as a translator. They ultimately moved back to their home in Beebe Plain, VT to retire. Instead of retiring, Yolande worked part time at Derby Elementary school as a nurse assistant. She enjoyed this time very much. Yolande had many creative talents which included knitting, sewing, crocheting, and quilting among others. Her family will continue to cherish all of the wonderful handmade items she crafted for them. Yolande was also fond of baking. Her bread and “little rolls” were frequently requested for family get togethers. Her children and grandchildren particularly enjoyed her maple pies, wacky chocolate cake and caramel butter. In her spare time, Yolande enjoyed playing bingo and a friendly though competitive game of cards with neighbors, friends and family. She will be remembered as one who always helped others in need, be they family, friends or strangers. Yolande was a long time member of the St. Edwards choir and various choirs throughout the area, music being a lifelong love of hers. She also belonged to the American Legion ladies auxiliary. Yolande is survived by her three children, Marc (Cathi) Haselton from Newport Ctr., Ruth-Ann (Jon)Fletcher from Derby and Martin Haselton from Colorado. Grandchildren: Chris (Jamie) Willis and their son John, Adam Willis and his daughters Emily and Natiley, Crystal Haselton, Erik Haselton and his children Maximus and Maverick and Nathan Haselton. Step grandchildren: Michelle (Jared) Carbonneau and her son Nick, and Rene Charest (Israel Rivas) She is also survived by her siblings, Denise (John) Gaudreau, Vital (Lorraine) Poulin, Henriette Daigneault, Gilles Poulin, Rejeanne (Georges)Babkine, Jacques (Rachel) Poulin, Andree Poulin and Lise (Larry) Meyette. She also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband Conrad Haselton, siblings Raymonde Lecours, Helen Gaudreau, Paul Poulin, Therese Godbout, Madeline Brault, Germain Poulin and Claude Poulin. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday April 20, 2018 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by Rev. Bernard Gaudreau. Interment will follow in St. Edward’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Derby Green Activities Fund, 2853 US-5, Derby, Vermont 05829.

, former longtime resident of Newport Center, VT passed away on April 12, 2018 in Lyndonville, VT where he had resided with caretakers for the last months of his life. Paul was born to Gena and Nicholas Sedelnick of Chelmsford, MA on March 12, 1948, an only child, he grew up loved and surrounded by his parents and uncles. He was educated in the Massachusetts school system and lived there until moving to Vermont in 1984. Much can be said about Paul’s free spirit and his love for music and for collections of all kinds, books, albums, guns, knives, if he could collect it, he loved it. He surrounded himself over the years with many pets of all kinds, you seldom saw Paul without one of his loyal pets tagging along. He played Bass with a variety of musicians and bands over the years, each person playing music with him became his extended family and he had so many stories that he was always willing to share. Moving from Massachusetts to Vermont in the late 80’s, he embraced the nature of Vermont and could be found hiking and canoeing thru the lakes and woods of Vermont. Paul is survived by his daughter, Hillary MacGregor (Sedelnick), her husband Tristan and their son, Malcolm, his daughter Gena Sedelnick, her husband Ervin and their children, Madalyn and Gibson, his son, David DiBiase, his wife Rachel and their son, Parker, all of Vermont and his son Jesse Powers of Massachusetts He is also survived by his devoted friend of the last 16 years, Maple the dog. He is also survived by his oldest and dearest friends, Buddy and Robin Zaremba and their two sons, Ben and Eddie. While not brothers in blood, they were brothers in heart. Their friendship spanned many years and included marriages, divorces, children, pets, cars and so many adventures. He was predeceased by his parents, aunts and uncles, his daughter, Amanda and his beloved Wooly Bully, the Golden retriever. The family wishes to thank China Garcia and her family for providing Paul with a comfortable home and care over the last few months. It was greatly appreciated. A Memorial Service will be held at a later time which will celebrate Paul’s love of nature and music. If you wish, please donate in his memory to your local School’s Music Program.

of Newport, VT died peacefully in Newbury, VT on the morning of April 11, 2018 at the age of 96. He was born in Portland, Maine on June 30, 1921 but spent much of his youth in Maplewood, NJ. The son of Harold and Emilie (Taylor) Hall, he married Cynthia Carr on October 17,1964. Cynthia predeceased him in November of 2017. A veteran of WWII, he joined the 36th Division in North Africa and remained with them through Italy, Southern France, and Central Europe. He received the Purple Heart for wounds sustained near Cassino in Italy. He was a graduate of Colgate University (economics) and of the University of Vermont (agriculture/dairy production.) In the years before and after UVM he spent time in Zurich and Grenoble, Switzerland studying French and German at the University of Grenoble. He then returned to Vermont where he farmed in Morgan and Derby, raising an award-winning herd of Brown Swiss cattle. He taught science, math and social studies at Derby Academy (later North Country Junior High School) beginning in 1959 and retiring in 1985, but continued operating his Christmas tree farm in Derby until retirement in 2005. He leaves two daughters; Cindy Hall of West Newbury, VT and Emilie Hall of Newbury, VT. Also surviving are a niece, Jacqueline Mitchell of Bronxville, NY, and a nephew, Jeffrey Hall of Troy, VT. In addition to his wife Cynthia, he is predeceased by a brother Blaine T. Hall of Newport, VT. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

, 69, of Holland, VT, passed away on April 11th, 2018 at her home. She was born on July 31st, 1948 in Greensboro, VT to Talcott Greenwood and Erdene (Gray) Greenwood. Linda graduated and received her GED, worked at many different jobs, including delivering meals for the Orleans Senior Citizen Center. She attended the Forever Young Center where she enjoyed their activities and socializing. She also enjoyed the company of her grandchildren and great grandchildren, playing bingo, cards, reading, doing puzzles, scrapbooking, arts and crafts, watching television, and yard sale hunting. She will be sadly missed by her family and those who knew her. She is survived by her daughter Dianne (Mitchell) Ferrin of Holland, VT, and her companion Roland Archambault, by her grandchildren, Sierra Girard and her companion Jason Martin, Dustin Ferrin and his companion Amanda Blake, four great grandchildren, Deeandra Girard, Ryder Ferrin, Kolten Ferrin, and Raye-Lynn Ferrin, her nieces and nephews, and by a sister and her husband. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Panda Mitchell, her parents Talcott Greenwood and Erdene (Gray) Greenwood, her brothers Michael,and Maynard Greenwood. A pot luck gathering in her memory will be held on May 12th, 2018 at 2:00pm at the Holland School in Holland, VT. Should friends desire memorial contributions can be made in memory of Linda Mitchell to any Community National Bank.

, 94, of Holland, Vermont passed away peacefully on April 10, 2018 surrounded by her loving family and the devoted staff at Michaud Manor in Derby Line, Vermont. She was born on July 3, 1923 in Holland to Napoleon and Albertine (Ouimette) Letourneau. On October 21, 1944 she married the love of her life Henry Fortin who predeceased her on July 8, 2006. She and Henry purchased his parents farm and that is where their incredible life story began. Cecile was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother with a heart of gold. She loved working on the family farm and her maple sugaring business. She always made all of her maple syrup customers feel welcome and always took time to sit down and visit with them. She also loved her fish pond, picking raspberries and sliding with her grandchildren. She was devoted to her church and the catholic religion. She is survived by her children: Frank Fortin and his wife Adina of Fredericksburg, VA, Edward Fortin and his wife Theresa of Holland, VT, and Doris Essaff and her husband Tim of Derby Line, VT, and by 8 grandchildren: Adrian, Ernest, Jessica, Tonya, Ariel, Chris, Deanna and April and many special great grandchildren. She is also survived by the following siblings: Andre Letourneau and his wife Dolores of East Charleston, VT, Laurent Letourneau and his wife Alicia of Derby, VT, and Philip Letourneau and his wife Barbara of Derby Line, VT, and by many special nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by her god daughters: Lise Comeau and her husband Steve of Enosburg, VT, Deborah Kehoe and her husband Martin of Palm Beach Garden, FL, Louise Bouffard and her husband Richard of Newport Center, VT, and Nicole Lafleur of Orleans, VT. She was predeceased by her daughter Lucy Lagasse in 1989, and by the following siblings: Pierre, Reginald, Leon, Tony, Paul,Joseph,Therese Fortin and Simone Piette. Friends may call from 6-9pm on Friday April 20th, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am on Saturday April 21, 2018 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport where a mass of Chrisitan burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Edwards Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Michaud Memorial Manor, 47 Herrick Street, Derby Line, Vermont 05830.

58 of Newport, passed away at Greensboro Nursing Home on April 10, 2018 after a sudden & brief illness with cancer. He was born on August 7, 1959 in Newport to Glendon & Joyce ( Gelo ) McAllister. He Married Theresa Williamson on June 11, 1988 who predeceased him on February 13, 2017. Wayne had a great gift for sketching sceneries and animals. He enjoyed his freedom, fishing, traveling and had a strong faith. He is survived by his son Rene (McAllister) Couture of Newport Center and his siblings, Raelene Couture and her husband Andre of Coventry , Linda Benware and her husband Roland of Coventry , Todd McAllister of Eden, and Alan McAllister of Hyde Park. Several Nieces and nephews, brother and sister in-laws , A step brother, two step sisters and stepmother. Father In-law Robert Williamson, Mother in-law Marteve Williamson of Mass. He was predeceased by his mother in 2003 and his father in 2009. A private ceremony will be held at the convenience of the family. A graveside service will be held on Saturday May 26, 2018 at 9:00 AM at St Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be sent to the UVM Medical Center Cancer Center, 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401.

, 57, of Island Pond, Vermont and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, passed away suddenly on April 9, 2018 in Peterborough, New Hampshire. He was born on May 18, 1960 in Burlington, Vermont to Francis and Luwina (Dubois) Allard. Edward (Eddie) graduated from North Country Union High School, Newport, Vermont in the class of 1978. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1979-1983. Eddie owned his own trucking business and operated heavy machinery. Eddie the man who had a presence no one could ignore. One reason being he spoke with such enthusiasm it seemed as if he had a bull horn to his mouth at all times…and that same enthusiasm carried on into everything he did. Eddie had an extremely high work ethic and was greatly respected by all colleagues and developed friendships that lasted over his lifetime. He had an innate ability to talk with anyone at anytime and once you crossed his path he was embedded into your memory forever. Eddie will be remembered for his impressive fashion sense, which only included endless days of blue dickies and beat up work boots, his love of mechanics and big machinery, his endless supply of energy, and his compassion for his family and friends. Eddie, we will always find comfort in closing our eyes and finding you in so many happy memories. He was a member of the American Legion Brighton Post 80 of Island Pond. He is survived by his wife Tammie of Island Pond, Vermont and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, by his children: Nina and her husband Jake of Richmond, New Hampshire, and Nicole of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, by his parents: Francis and Luwina Allard of Island Pond, Vermont, his sister-in-law Kathryn of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, brother-in-laws: Gregory and his wife Mercy of Texas and John of Marysville, Ohio, and by nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Patricia and by his sister-in-law Tonya. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on May 5, 2018 at St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond where a mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Leo Bilodeau. Interment will follow in St. James Cemetery, Island Pond, Vermont. A Celebration of Eddie’s life will be held at the American Legion Brighton Post 80 following interment. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Legion Brighton Post 80, 60 Railroad Street, Island Pond, Vermont 05846.

, 65, of Newport, passed away on April 7th, 2018. She was born on June 20th, 1952 in Blackstone, VA. She was the daughter of Richard and Nellie (Albert) Jenness. Evelyn loved crocheting and making dolls. She is survived by her son John Libby of Newport, her grandchildren; Carrie Ann Osmer, Haley Libby, Riley Libby, and Merrill Blair, her great grandson Ryan Pepin, her brother Donald Jenness and his wife Joyce of Newport, her sister Patricia Boucot of Batesville, MS, and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Lorianne Lawson and her sister Lillian Dow. Services will be at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Evelyn’s memory to the American Diabetes Association; P.O Box 11454, Alexandria, VA, 22312.

, 66, of Newport, Vermont, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 5th, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on October 3rd, 1951, in Newport. He was the son of Loren and Barbara (Johnson) Place. In his younger years, Steven enjoyed snowmobiling, ice-fishing, and working with Wally Watson’s racing team as a bus driver, cook, mechanic and helping to keep everything running smoothly. He loved being a fireman and will be especially missed by members of the Newport City Volunteer Fire Department where he proudly served for over 40 years . He will be deeply missed by friends at the Brown Cow and Brenda's Homestyle Cooking. Coffee at 5 AM was his favorite morning ritual and social time. He was well-liked by everyone and maintained many long and close friendships throughout his life.   He was a gentle, kind soul and was nice to everyone. Nobody worked harder to make sure a job was done right and would be successful.  He is survived by his loving companion of 20 years, Betty Trucott, her daughter Betsy Trucott, and his grandchildren Adonis, 3, and newborn Arkadian Cornell. He loved every minute of time spent with Adonis. He is also survived by brothers Edwin Place of Brookfield, Gary Place of East Haven, Loren Damon of Lunenburg, and sisters, Sandy Place of Rutland, Sylvia Place of Middlebury, Mary Jean Whiting and her husband Leonard of Boscawen, NH.  He was predeceased by his parents, a sister, Joanne Dame, his uncle, David Johnson, Sr., and his grandmother, Ruth Johnson. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Road, in Newport on Tuesday, April 10th, from 6:00-8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 11th, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.

, 90, of Corinth, VT passed away on Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 in Chestnut Hill, MA. She was born on March 8th, 1928 in Richmond, VT to the late Gladwin and Hazel (Bates) Spaulding. On March 2nd, 1952, she married Robert McCrillis Carter III who survives her. Christine belonged to the Oxbee Quilt Guild, the Connecticut Valley Swingers square dance Club in Bradford, VT, and was a long time member of First Church of Christ Scientist Barre, VT. She loved to play games, dance, clog, make quilts, travel with Robert, and shared her home with many cats over the years. She was adventurous, fun loving, with a good sense of humor and an infectious laugh, and always saw the goodness in people. She is survived by her husband Robert, her children; Noreen Hinton and her husband Russell of Newport, Andrea Kidder of Eden, VT, Dan Carter of Corinth, VT, Calvin Carter of Stowe, VT, her grandchildren; Alexander Russell and his wife Christine of Newport, Jesse Russell and Julia Morse of Berlin, VT, Sonya Hinton and companion Matt Vreeland of Corinth, VT, Skyler Hinton of Newport, VT, her great grandchildren; Liberty and Ivy Russell, Althea and Emmett Russell, and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters, Wilma Brown, Barbara Braley, and her brother Cleo Spaulding and a granddaughter Aliza Christine Kidder and a son-in-law Perry J. Kidder. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Christine’s memory to the Christian Science Benevolent Association, 910 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, where she received loving care in accordance with her faith. A Combined service for Christine and Robert will be held on September 15, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Waits River Cemetery or at their home on Turkey Hill Road, Corinth. Please call Noreen Hinton for details and Clarification at 802-318-6391. 

, 90, of Lowell, Vermont passed away on April 3, 2018 in Newport. She was born on October 17, 1927 in Granby, Quebec to Clement and Alexina (Vincent) Cabana. On September 3, 1949 she married Raymond Pion who predeceased her on December 17, 2015. Mrs. Pion and Her husband Farmed for 21 years and also worked at the Lowell graded school for 30 plus years until she retired at the age of 81. Mrs. Pion was a member of St. Ignatius Church in Lowell since 1949 and the Ladies of St. Anne. Among her many hobbies, she enjoyed cooking, knitting, making quilts, flower and vegetable gardening.  She is survived by her children: Gerard Pion and his wife Susan of Lowell, Vermont, Ronald Pion and his wife Charlene of Lowell, Vermont, Denise Pothier of Newport Center, Vermont, and Robert Pion and his wife Susy of Lowell, Vermont, and Rejean Pion and his fiancée Lorie of Lowell, Vermont, many grandchildren, many great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Roland Cabana and his wife Constance of Granby, Quebec. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond, her sister Aline, 3 brothers, her son-in-law Andreo Pothier, and her grandson Gerard Alan Pion. Friends may call on Friday April 6, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport from 9:00-10:30 A.M, followed by funeral services at 11:00 A.M. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Lowell where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated by Rev. Timothy Naples. Spring interment in St. Ignatius Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate Inc, 110 Main Street, Burlington, Vermont 05401.

, 90, of West Charleston, passed away on Sunday April 1st, 2018 at the North Country Hospital in Newport. She was born on March 11th, 1928 in North Troy to the late Clovis and Alice (Davignon) Arel. In the year of 1946 she married Raoul Tetreault who predeceased her in 2013. Aurore and her husband loved to travel including going to the Hawaii, Las Vegas, Florida and many places in between. On their 60th wedding anniversary the family treated them to a 7 day cruise out of Tampa, FL. She also enjoyed Vegetable gardening with Raoul, crocheting, quilt making, and much to her delight of her family who received many of these items. She is survived by her children, Irene Niles and her husband Robert of Charleston, Robert Tetreault and his wife Denise of Derby, Annette Poulin and her husband Lucien of Charleston, Donald Tetreault and his wife Kim of Arizona , Camil Tetreault and his wife Michelle of Orleans, and Jane Jacobs and her husband Michael of Island Pond. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, and by her siblings, Roger Arel and his wife June of Arizona, and Gerard Arel and his wife Marion of CT. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Raoul, her brothers Albert, Raymond and Armand Arel, her sisters Juliette Durocher, Doris Douglas Cecile Forand and Jeannette Coderre. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday April 3, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday April 4, 2018 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Edward’s Cemetery.  Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

- It is with deep sorrow that the family of Kathleen M. Allen MaGee say goodbye to their loved one. Kathleen left us March 29th, 2018 at the UVM Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born October 23rd, 1959, the youngest of six children to Lawrence and Betty Allen of North Troy. She graduated NCUHS in 1977. She moved to Burlington in the late 1980’s. There she met her husband of 16 years, David S. MaGee. Through the years Kathy became a well known seamstress and had a business of her own on Church Street. As a hobby she learned to make jewelry. She and David became foster parents to many special need children and she was happy making a difference in their lives. They also had fun shopping for unusual art pieces for their home. Kathleen adored her cat Gracie. Kathleen leaves beheind her husband David, Her siblings, Lorraine (Allen) and Val Whipple, Marilyn (Allen) and James Crowe, David Allen, Douglas and Susan (Heeter) Allen. Her brother and sister-in-laws, Billy and Diane MaGee, Linda (MaGee) and John McNulty, Betsy MaGee and her partner David. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Her father predeceased her in 2001, her mother in 2017, and her brother Donald in 1972. A celebration of her life will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, donations can be made in her memory to the UVMC Cancer Center, Development Office, 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401.

, 71, of Derby, and beloved wife of Leo Dagesse, passed away on Friday, March 23rd, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on January 8th, 1947 in Swanton, VT to the late Louis and Catherine (Weeks) Phillips. On September 30th, 2000, she married Leo Dagesse who survives her. Susan loved crafts, Tie Dye T-shirts, being in the nature, camping the old fashion way, reading, flower gardening, astrology, fishing always on the front page of opening day, an Elvis fan (since she was born on his birthday), loved music by Dolly Parton, dancing, and she always had a smile on her face. Susan was also a member of the Abenaki Tribe in Swanton, VT and was proud of her heritage. She is survived by her husband Leo, her children: Gordon R. Monteith and his wife Sandy of Derby, Tammie Currier and her husband John of Jeffersonville, Cricket Goodell of Coventry, Misty Poitras and her husband Jason of Stanstead, PQ, Lisa Chaput of Barton, twenty one grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Tom Phillips and his wife Shirley of Bethlehem, NH, Richard Phillips and his wife Cori of NC, Michael Phillips and his wife Barbe of Johnson, Ralph Phillips and his wife Darlene of Ludlow, Deborah Phillips of TX, and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Barbie Wingert, her son Michael Monteith, her son-in-law Roger Goodell, her sisters Margaret Young, and Elaine Browe, her brothers, Charlie and Raymond Phillips. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, on Wednesday, March 28th, 2018 from 6:00-8:00pm. A Native American Burial Ceremony will be held on May 25th, 2018 at 11:00am at the St. Edward’s Cemetery in Derby Line. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Gordon Monteith, P. O Box 385, Derby, VT 05829

, passed away peacefully at Bel-Aire nursing home in Newport at the age of 86. Elenore was born in Wolcott on April 19, 1931, to Howard and Eva (Brown) Greene. On December 24, 1949, she married Raymond Erwin Grimes in Stowe. She and Ray enjoyed traveling and took many trips to the Maine coast and to Nova Scotia. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, crossword puzzles, and attending Out and About in Morrisville. She verymuch enjoyed spending time with family. She leaves behind four children: Erwin Grimes of Albany.Darlene Grimes and partner Fred Tourangeau of Wolcott, Cheryl Grimes of Hardwick, James Grimes and wife Pam of Lyndonville, Daughter-in-law Sue Grimes of Craftsbury, Two brothers and two sisters: Roland Greene and wife Joyce of Craftsbury, Howard Greene of Wolcott, Maxine Darling and Shirley Miller of Greensboro Bend Eight grandchildren: Erin Grimes and Zed Fatka of Greensboro Anne Pilbin and husband Josh of Albany, Cheyne Grimes and partner Sarah Kinsley of Irasburg, Tenille Ingalls of Johnson Rebecca Holmes and husband Adrian of North Hyde Park, Allyn Ingalls and wife Shelby of North Hyde Park, Shannon Ingalls of Barre, Tenissa Buick of Hardwick,Ten great grandchildren, and a special friend Corey Ryder. At her request, there will be no calling hours. A Graveside service will be held at a later date at Fairview Cemetery in Hardwick.

, 65, of Barton, passed away on Friday, March 23rd, 2018 in Newport, VT. She was born on April 17th, 1952 in Newport to Nelson and Gertrude (Royer) Curtis. On March 27, 1993 she married Raymond Hamel, Sr who survives her. Deborah was a dietary supervisor for Maple Lane Nursing Home for many years. Among her many hobbies, she enjoyed skiing, boating, gambling, and camping on Echo on the family campground. Debbie was a hard worker who always enjoyed what she was doing and always took time to play. She is survived by her husband Raymond Hamel, Sr of Barton, Vermont, by her children: John Lanoue, Jeff Lanoue and his wife Lisa, Ray Hamel, Jr, John Hamel and his companion Sissy Ball, and Renee Hamel. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Mikayla Lanoue, Caleb Lanoue, and his companion Samantha Dewing, Mathew Lanoue and his companion Taylor LeBlanc, Chelsea Hamel and her companion Brian Norway, Samantha Hamel and Alyssa Hamel. She is also survived by her great grandchildren: Sophie Rae Norway and Nora Jean Lanoue. Deborah is survived by her brother Terry Curtis and his wife Cecile. Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

of Newport died at her home on March 21, 2018 at the age of 70. She was the 4th of 10 children born to Real and Jeanne Comtois, who predeceased her. The family lived in Barton, Hyde Park and finally in Newport where they ran a furniture store for many years. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in Newport. Claire's working career took her to the Washington D.C., San Diego, CA, and back to Vermont where she worked in Burlington, Hyde Park and the Newport area. She worked in various administrative positions and spent many years at North Country Hospital in the HR department. She stopped working outside the home in order to assist her mother in her final years. Claire had a great passion for St. Mary's Catholic church in Newport and especially the choir. She sang in the choir, acted as cantor at some masses and assisted in choosing the musical selections for the masses. She also helped at the Parish rectory and volunteered at the hospital for many years. She also loved musical theater and movies and was a member of Derby Stock II productions for several years. She had a strong love and devotion to her family and is survived by her siblings Roger Comtois and wife Patricia (Young) of Punta Gorda, FL; Pauline McKinney of High Point, NC; Theresa Phillips and husband James of Ferrisburgh, VT; Marcel Comtois and wife Jane (Rocheleau) of Dunnellon, FL; Paul Comtois and wife Carol (Ste. Marie) of Derby, VT; Norman Comtois and wife Lori of Alachua, FL; Marie Comtois and spouse Deirdre Ellerson of Sharon, VT; Jeannine Bennett and husband Dean of Charleston, VT and Richard Comtois and wife Cathy (Rondeau) of Derby, VT. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and their children. A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, June 13th, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Visitation at the church will begin at 9:30AM. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

- Our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and friend, Thomas Edward Snay unexpectedly made the journey home to be with our Lord on May 23rd, 2018. Tom was born in Newport on March 28, 1946 to Edward Thomas Snay and Lila B. Snay. Tom was a master electrician, and for many years operated his own successful business “Tom’s Electric”. Sometimes he bartered his services, wiring barn lighting in exchange for an old motorcycle or a side of beef. Other times he refused payment altogether if he sensed someone needed the help. That is just who Tom was….generous, caring and always looking for something to challenge his mind. Tom was a member of the Baptist Church on East Main St. in Newport, and found great peace and strength in attending services each Sunday morning. Tom was a graduate of Liberty Bible School and occasionally led the congregation in the minister’s absence.. The power of his belief in our Lord Jesus Christ as his savior shone from him like a warm summer sun, and was evident to anyone who ever met him. Tom was also a retired SSGT with the VT Army National Guard, having served for over 20 years. Among his many other “pastimes”, as he liked to call them was running his gun shop “Bear Mountain Sports”, and creating things out of seemingly nothing. On his property still today stands the rear axle out of an old Chevy pickup that he anchored upright out of the ground, somehow converted to run on electricity and transformed it all into a motorized tire swing for his grandchildren. Tom also taught an electrical classe at the Northern State Correctional Facility in Newport. During his spare time, which was scarce, Tom enjoyed riding his Harley, woodworking (he made all of his children “strumsticks”, which are an unusual type of 3 string guitar), and watching NASCAR. Tom had an engine interest, which is to say if it had an engine, he was interested. Back in the early 80’s Tom built a ’68 Firebird dirt track car, which he raced every Sunday afternoon at the Can-Am speedway in Coventry. He somehow came into possession of an early 90’s Geo Metro, which he promptly altered to accommodate a V8. He had an old blazer kicking around, so he took the 6 cylinder out of it and completely fabricated a frame for it, creating a “trike” First and foremost, Tom loved his family, and took great joy out of time spent with them. His grandchildren were the highlight of his life, and they loved him immensely, as did we all. he is survived by his beloved wife, Sandra (Lawson) Snay of Newport Center, his children Amy and her husband Bart Jacobs of Holland, Tara and her husband James Chaffee of Dover, NH, Michelle and her husband Ed Sargent of Newport Center, Donald and Kama Lamoureux of Newport Center, Rick Lamoureux of Texas, and siblings Sylvia Lucas, Jerry Snay and his wife Sue, Jayne Maxwell and her partner Richard Peloquin. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Tom was predeceased by his parents and his brother in law Albert. Many who knew Tom sensed that he would never slow down. He enjoyed being busy, facing challenges and solving problems. He just kept going, and going. Until this past Wednesday,when he finally stopped. Now we must face the future without him, his wisdom and his guidance. It will be a challenge for all who knew him to ever fill the void that he has left in our souls, but we can all rejoice in the fact that he has gone home and is at peace with our lord. A service will be held on Saturday June 2nd, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Newport Baptist Church.

, 91, of Newport, Vermont passed away peacefully on May 22, 2018 in Newport surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 18, 1927 in Newport daughter of Dr. Charles and Beatrice Redfield Parker Schurman. On May 2, 1951 she married James Palin, Sr who predeceased her on February 19, 2007. Mary Lou worked at North Country Union High School in the business office, was a substitute teacher for vocational foods and owned and operated Wrights Dairy, Inc. She was also co-owner of the former Elmwood Dairy, Inc of Newport. She was at one time owner and operator of Phiddipides Telephone Answering. She always supported local school music and sports programs and everyone who entered her door became family. Marylou was an avid Red Sox fan, and she enjoyed sewing, quilting and working in her flower gardens. She was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Newport. She is survived by her children: Barbara LeMay and her husband Mark of Troy, Vermont, James Palin, Jr and his wife Lorette of Newport, Vermont, and Kathryn Sloan and her husband James of East Charleston, Vermont, by her grandchildren: Mark Sloan, Rebel Sloan, Mary Sloan, Melina LeMay, Michael LeMay, Linda Ryan, Ellen Breault, Vincent Fulford, Rhonda Cole, Faven Palin, Molly Palin, Roufael Palin, Henok Palin, and Kate Greenwood, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchild survives her. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and in-laws. She was predeceased by her husband James Palin, Sr, by her daughter Susan Palin, and by her brother Dr. Charles Good Schurman, Jr. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday May 24, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday May 25, 2018. with the Rev. Bob Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, VT.  Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Art or Music Departments at North Country Union High School, 209 Veterans Avenue, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 85, of Derby, Vermont passed away on May 21, 2018 in Newport. He was born on June 25, 1932 in Montpelier, Vermont to Robert and Mary (LeBarron) LaBarron. On December 24, 1984 he married Rose Tetreault who survives him. Fred entered the United States Army in 1952 and served his Country during the Korean War. He received the Korean Service Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, the United Nations Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. He was employed for 20 years as a repairman for the Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans where he retired in 1994. He also worked at the Mink Farm in Worcester, Vermont and at one time did carpentry work and installed carpet. He is survived by his wife Rose LaBarron of Derby, Vermont, by his children: David LaBarron of North Troy, Vermont, Ruth Yougman and her husband Kevin of Richmond, Vermont, Randy LaBarron of Lowell, Vermont, Bruce LaBarron and his wife Katie of Lowell, Vermont, Brian LaBarron of Lowell, Vermont and Major Nicholas Plante and his wife Jennifer in the United States Air Force.  He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 10 great grandchild and by his Godson Jeffrey Tetreault of Clinton, MA, by his Goddaughter Bridget Youngman of Richmond, VT, by his sister Betty Laird and her husband Frank of Barre, Vermont, his sister-in-laws: Dolores Letourneau and her husband Andre of East Charleston, Vermont and Cindy Dionne of Chicopee, MA.  He was predeceased by two sons: Frederick LaBarron, Jr and Dean LaBarron.  Fred was a member of St Edward’s Catholic Church and St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in West Charleston. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycling, traveling and camping. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday June 1, 2018 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Edward’s Catholic Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mater Dei Parish, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 75, of Newport, Vermont passed away on May 20, 2018 at his home. He was born on May 11, 1943 in Malden, MA to John and Dorothy (Davis) Whitworth.  John graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s Degree and Suffolk University with a Master’s Degree in Business. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War where he worked with the military dogs as a Barn Boss and Veterinary Technician. During his lifetime he was the cost control manager for the Boston and Maine Railroad, now Guilford Transportation.  John was a member of the Son’s of the American Revolution. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed genealogy, gardening and loved being in the out doors. He is survived by his wife Ellen Whitworth of Hollis, NH, by his children: Kimberly Whitworth of Andover, MA, Brooke Whitworth of Burlington, VT, Evan Whitworth of Nashua, NH, and Meg Whitworth of Hollis, NH, by his brother Richard Whitworth and his wife Kim of Melrose, MA, and by his sister Patricia Bemiss and her husband Geoff of North Reading, MA.  Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation of New England, 114 Perimeter Road, Nashua, NH 03063.

of Derby, Vermont passed away on May 18, 2018 in Derby, Vermont. He was born on June 3, 1948, grew up on the family farm in Glover and graduated from Craftsbury Academy. Following a four year U.S. Air Force enlistment during the Vietnam years he enrolled at Champlain College, graduated summa cum laude and completed his bachelor’s degree at New Hampshire College in Manchester. He was employed as a CPA, then as business manager /accountant for several automobile dealerships and more recently in the not for profit sector. Mason was predeceased by his parents Donald and Janet Urie of Glover and by brothers Colin and Jason in their infancy. He is survived by sisters: Sherry Urie of West Glover, VT, Christine (Carmie) Snider of Bradenton, FL, Edith Comtois and her husband Claude of Derby, VT, and by his brother Lowell Urie of Glover, VT, and by several nieces and nephews. He valued his time in the outdoors and spent many happy hours on the hiking trail in the Green White Mountains and in the Northeast Kingdom. He was most proud of reaching the eleven thousand foot summit of Alta Peak in the Sierra Nevada one summer after triple coronary artery by-pass surgery. He fell in love with the spectacular landscape in this very special place and was able to return several times for hiking vacations. Other interests included music, reading and constantly learning more about birds, plants and animals with whom we share the natural world. At Mason’s request there will be no funeral services. Following cremation a grave-side service at East Craftsbury Cemetery will be scheduled at the convenience of the family.

, 97, of Orleans, VT, passed away on May 17, 2018 at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. She was born on August 10th, 1920 to the late John and Zella (Skinner) Morley. She was a member of D.A.R and also the Orleans Federated Church. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Richard Morley, Edwin Morley, Kristina, John Morley Nancy Roberts, Jane Lavoie, and James Morley. She was predeceased by her husband Webster, two brothers, and one sister. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018 at the Orleans Federated Church at 2:00 PM with Rev. Alyssa May officiating the service. Interment will follow in the Pleasantview Cemetery in Orleans. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Emily’s memory to the Orleans Federated Church. P.O Box 132, Orleans, Vermont 05860.

, 71, of Williston, VT passed away suddenly in her sleep on May 15, 2018. Liz was the daughter of Willard and Ruth Farman; cherished sister of Virginia F. Smith (Thomas) of Lexington, MA and Barbara F. McRae (Martin) of Morgan, VT; loving aunt of Lia M. Greenwood (Chad), Jeff McRae (Erin), Jennifer S. Bohac (Steve) and Brian Smith (Melanie); loving great-aunt of Abby, Ethan, Finn, Charlie, Wren, Evan, Delia, Erik, Tommy, and Dominic. Liz grew up in Newport, VT and received a B.S. and M.Ed. at UVM. She had a long teaching career at the Shelburne Village and Community Schools. She was active in her teachers’ union and served as her union’s contract negotiator. She was a staunch and fierce advocate for her fellow Shelburne teachers. Music was always present in Liz’s life. She sang in her church choirs as a youth, played the clarinet and recorder, and when needed served as organist at the United Church of Newport during her high school and college years. She was an accomplished pianist and in recent years enjoyed being the accompanist for the eurythmy classes at the Lake Champlain Waldorf School. In her younger years Liz hiked, camped, traveled in Europe, and enjoyed many trips to the Maine coast with her friends. She was an avid reader. Liz believed in staying mentally active and was always working on a challenging cross-word puzzle. Liz was always doing for others. She knit many beautiful sweaters and afghans for her nieces and nephews. She put great thought into finding just the right gifts for her family and friends, and her beautifully wrapped Christmas presents were legend. She always made Christmas special. She was a generous sister, aunt and friend. Liz had a passion for tennis, cherrywood bowls, and peonies. Liz inspired those around her with the courage she displayed while fighting her battle with heart disease and “going through the Khyber Pass” of open heart surgery in January. She was blessed to have had the support and community of her fellow Shelburne teachers and friends throughout this difficult time and during her entire adult life. She was a very special “Liz”. Her family wishes we could have had her with us just a bit longer. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

died on May 13, 2018 at age 93. Reg was born in Rutland, Vermont on April 19, 1925 to wonderful parents, Ralph Alexander and Florence Perkins Alexander. Ralph was a carpenter/home builder who was successful enough to keep a home, and to be able to feed his family during the depression. Reg graduated from Rutland High School in 1943, and like many young men of his era, he joined the U. S. Navy. He was a plank owner on the USS Miami (CL89). The Miami served in the Marianas Campaign, supported raids on Iwo Jima, the Philippines, Okinawa and was at the largest naval battle in history, Leyte Gulf. Reg survived Halsey's Typhoon and did occupation duty on Japan until his discharge in 1946. Reg returned home and attended Fitchburg State Teachers College. He married Jean Lois Baker of Rutland in September 1948. Reg began teaching in Bennington in 1949, Bethel in 1957 and Newport in 1963. He was a guidance counselor at North Country Union High School when it opened in 1967, continuing there until his retirement. He split log length fire wood for heat until age 78 from his property in Brownington, where he and Jean resided for over 20 years. He lived in Newport City until his death. Reg enjoyed long car rides with Jean up until her death in November 2017. Reg was a prolific life-long reader of non-fiction, and was especially knowledgeable of Vermont history and the Civil War. Reg was a loving and wonderful parent. He is survived by their four children: Mark and his wife Bonnie of Hillsborough, NC; Steven of Derby, Jeffrey and his wife Josephine of Berne, NY and Susan and her husband Bert Burleson of Belvidere Center. His seven grandchildren will always remember him fondly. He is also survived by eight great grandchildren. His sister Jean Emily Cadoret lives in Proctor, VT. Dad was always careful to point out good things about all people and religions; a disparaging remark about others was never heard. His children grew up to form their own opinions of those who live in this world and for that we are grateful. There will be a celebration of the lives of Jean and Reginald Alexander in July.

, 61, of Derby, Vermont passed away peacefully on May 13, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 18, 1957 in Newport, Vermont to Ralph and Nancy (Grow) Tinker. She married Larry Benware on July 12th, 1980 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Sandra was an LPN for Derby Green Nursing Home for 22 years. Her biggest passion in life was caring for the residents. She received the “Employee of The Year Award” 3 times. Her career started at North Country Hospital in Newport. She was an active member of the Derby Community Church, enjoyed flower gardening, baking, sewing, fishing, camping, and traveling to the ocean, especially Old Orchard Beach in Maine. She adored being a grandmother, spending time being with people, and playing card games phase 10. She loved all the holidays, especially Christmas and setting up her Christmas theme village. She is survived by her husband Larry Benware of Derby, Vermont, by her children: Jaime Snell of Derby Line, Vermont, Jon Benware of Derby, Vermont, Eric Benware and his wife Aime of Derby, Vermont, and Meghan Benware of Brielle, NJ. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Calista Snell, Terah Snell, Natasha Snell and Logan Snell all of Derby Line, Vermont.  She is survived by her siblings: Bernie Tinker and his wife Betty, Brian Tinker, Roger Tinker, Mike Tinker, Debbie Young, and Diane McAllister and her husband Scott. In addition she is survived by many beloved nieces, nephews, and in-laws whom are dear to her heart.  She was predeceased by her parents Ralph and Nancy Tinker. Friends may call on Wednesday, May 16th, 2018 from 6:00-8:00pm at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at the Derby Community Church on Thursday, May 17th, 2018 at 11:00am with the Rev. Mike Haddad officiating. Interment will follow in Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, 100 Dorset St, Suite # 4, South Burlington, Vermont 05403.   

, died on May 10th, 2018 at the Bel-Aire Nursing Home in Newport, VT. She was born on June 19th, 1922 to Carroll Willis Sr. and Helen (Buck) Willis. On May 30th, 1941, she married Raymond Taylor who predeceased her on October 11th, 1999. She was a teacher in a one room school house on the Loop Road in Troy during WWII. She was also a teacher’s aide in the North Troy School for many years. She won an award for Teacher Aide of the Year in the State of Vermont. She also worked in the Dietary department at NCH. Mostly, she was a homemaker, loved to cook for everyone, can fruit and vegetables from her garden. Also, loved to read, knit, sew, crochet & make quilts for her family. Dorothy and her husband traveled to Japan for missionary work. She loved her Lord and attended the Advent Christian Church in Newport Center her entire lifetime, holding many positions in the church. Dorothy leaves her children; Carolyn LaGue and her husband Roger and their family, Lynwood Taylor and his wife Linda and their family, Gary Taylor and his wife Rita and their family, 10 Grandchildren, 20 Great grandchildren, 9 Great-great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her brother in law Bernard Taylor and his wife Jeannine and her sister in law Lois Willis. She was predeceased by her parents, and her husband; brothers Lyle, Clifton Sr., Carroll Willis Jr., and her sister in law Mary Jane Willis. She will be missed by all her friends and family. Friends may call at the Advent Christian Church in Newport Center on Wednesday, May 16th,2018 from 10:00-11:00AM with a funeral service following at 11:00AM. Rev. Chris Barton will be officiating the service. Interment will take place in the Troy Village Cemetery following the service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Dorothy’s memory to the Advent Chrisitian Church in Newport Center, VT; For Tony Taylor’s Mission Work in Guatemala in C/o Avis Rollins, P.O Box 83, Newport Center, VT 05857.

, 20, of Derby, Vermont passed away suddenly on May 9, 2018 in Newbury, Vermont. He was born on July 6, 1997 in Newport, Vermont to Karen (Handy) Miller and Michael Durocher. Austin graduated from North Country Union High School. His interests were computer gaming, weight lifting and body building. He is survived by his mother Karen Miller and his stepfather Arjay Miller of Orleans, Vermont, by his father Michael Durocher and his stepmother Jennifer Durocher of Derby, Vermont, by his brother Landen Durocher and his sister Harlee Miller; his stepbrothers Trevor Miller of Irasburg, Vermont, Chris Rose and his wife Becca of Maine, Trevor Roberts of Newport, Vermont, Josh Roberts of Derby, Vermont; his stepsister Kymberly Rose of Holland, Vermont. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents Richard and Elizabeth Handy of North Troy, Vermont, paternal grandparents Mitchell and Edith Durocher of Coventry, Vermont, grandmother Effie Brown of Derby, Vermont; his uncles Kenneth Handy and Scott Durocher; his aunt Amy Descheneau and her husband Richie; by his cousins Kelsey Handy, Brittney Lawson, Courtney Lawson, Kieley Lawson, Maxwel Durocher. He was predeceased by his stepbrother Nicholas Miller. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday May 16, 2018 at the Church of God on the Crawford Road in Derby, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, in care of Lillian Bathalon, 7092 VT Route 100, Troy, Vermont 05868.

, 94, of Derby, Vermont passed away on May 8, 2018 in Derby. She was born on June 19, 1923 in Lawrenceville, Quebec to Theodose and Olia (Roy) Monast. On July 28, 1945 she married Oscar H. Boucher who predeceased her.  During her lifetime she was a seamstress for many local residents. Therese served her parish for 8 years sending cards on behalf of Mater Dei parishes. .  Therese was a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church. Among her hobbies she enjoyed playing cards and being with family and friends for gatherings. She is survived by her children: Claire Curtice and her husband Peter of Waco, Texas, Jeanne Beaudry and her husband Marcel of Derby, Vermont, by 6 grandchildren: Raymond Curtice and his wife Stephanie, Mary Elizabeth Coleman and her husband Christopher, Susan and Hailey Curran, Louise Beaudry, Monique Pare and her husband Phillip and Allan Beaudry, 11 great grandchildren, by her sister Madeleine Messier of Quebec and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings Cecile Monast, and Rev. Father Jacques-Emile Monast OMI. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday May 11, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday May 12, 2018 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place at 2:30 P.M. on Saturday May 19, 2018 at St. Edward’s Cemetery, Derby Line, VT.  Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Michaud Manor, 47 Herrick Road, Derby Line, VT 05830.

, of Newport Passed away on Tuesday, May 8th, 2018 in Newport. She was born in West Ham, London, England on January 30th, 1921, the daughter of Stanley and Rosa (Fulling) Leader. Rosa graduated from St. Johns Anglican School for Girls and Pitmans Business College and was employed by “Yardley of London” in their business office for 5 years. Rosa survived the bombing blitz on London when her family home was severely damaged. She was proud of her British Heritage and never lost interest in her former country. In 1942 she married Michael Philbrin, a member of H.M Scots Guards, who was killed the same year in the fighting in North Africa during WWII. In January 1943 she enlisted in the British Army as a member of the A.T.S serving in the UK and France. Rosa married Sgt. Omer Gendreau on September 25, 1945 and arrived in the USA in April of 1946. She was a member of St. Mark’s Church and had served on a number of projects over the years. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and following the Red Sox and Boston Celtics. She is survived by her son Stephen and his wife Deborah of Derby, her Grandchildren, Anne Bouchard and husband Nicholas, David Gendreau, 4 great grandchildren, Benjamin, Bria Bouchard, Jaden Gendreau, and Harlee Hannux. Her sister-in-laws Marie in Devon, England, and niece Anne Racicot and husband Andre and by her nephew Edward and his wife Gertrude Darby of Newport, and other family in Southern England. She was predeceased by her husband Omer, her parents, her brother Fred (who was a frequent visitor to the US) and by and infant son David in 1949. Her sister in laws Marie and Angie Gendreau and Lida Darby and niece Ellen Brault.  Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Monday, May 14th, 2018 from 1:00pm-2:00pm with a funeral service beginning at 2:00pm. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Rosa’s memory to the Frontier Animal Society of VT, 502 Strawberry Acres Road, Newport, VT, 05855.

, age 90, of Eden Mills, Vermont, passed away May 5th, after a courageous fight with illness. Robert was born in New Jersey, son of Alexander Ross and Cathryn Poland-Ross. He was pre-deceased by his brother Richard. He left high school in his junior year and enlisted in the US Navy in 1944 and proudly served on the USS Parks (DE 165) in the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign. He returned to NJ and joined the Bradley Beach Police. In 1966, he took a leave of absence and re-enlisted in the US Navy, joining the newly reformed MCB 133 Seabees, Charlie Company. After serving in Vietnam he returned to policing, and after 28 years retired at the rank of Captain Detective. He then worked for GPU Nuclear as a Security Supervisor, retiring eleven years later. He remained in the US Navy Reserves, retiring after twenty years. He made his home in Eden Mills, in his beloved Northeast Kingdom of VT. He is survived by his daughters Joni Krygowski (LA), Debra Mileski (FL), his step-children Patricia Mercurio (NJ), Dawn Fagan (VT), Thomas Fagan (NJ) and Daniel Fagan (MA). Also 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He was a member of and held leadership roles in numerous organizations including the Bradley Beach Volunteer Fire Dept, Volunteer First Aid Squad, Lions, BPOE Elks #128, PBA Local 50, and Hyde Park, VT VFW Post #7779. He was very grateful for the neighbors, friends, and comrades that enriched his life. He appreciated that he would not have been able to live on East Hill and enjoy the full life he did, without these friends. His family agrees wholeheartedly, THANK YOU. Interment was private. A Memorial Service and Celebration of his life will be held at 12PM on July 1, at the Hyde Park, Vermont VFW Post #7779. ALL ARE WELCOME.

passed away on May 3rd, 2018 at her home. Alice was born on July 25th, 1930 in Newport, VT to Laurent N. and Maria I. (Brown) Cote. She has one brother, Laurent “Sonny” Cote. On November 19th, 1964 she married Maurice Macie. Alice graduated from Newport High School in 1948, where she was a member, of the first Newport High School Band Majorettes. She enjoyed a personal relationship with God and belonged to the former Newport First Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and directed the Senior, Junior and Cherub choirs. She belonged to many church groups and committees. When the church building was sold, she and Maurice joined the Newport United Methodist Church where she was choir member. She also enjoyed directing choir at their church in Davenport, FL where she and Maurice wintered for 20 years. She was a member of the After 5 Women’s Club. Alice and Maurice were members of the Newport Elks Lodge, North Country Swingers square dance group, Upper Valley Vagabonds and Good Sam camping & RV club. They enjoyed camping together for many years. Alice was on the Newport City Zoning Board for several years. Alice and Maurice owned the Wagon Wheel restaurant on Main Street for several years. She later went to work and retired from the Sears and Roebuck store on Main Street then, went on to work for Betsy Hampton at Sweet Adeline’s on Main Street in Newport. In Florida, she and Maurice worked at Give Kids the World for 12 years, serving meals to children with life threatening diseases. She found it a very rewarding experience. She enjoyed reading her bible daily, flower gardening, playing cards with her friends and watching all the songbirds that nested in the many birdhouses in her yard. Alice is survived by her beloved husband Maurice, she has one brother Laurent " Sonny" Cote and his wife Anne of Westfield, VT. Her daughters; Becky Warner Diette and husband Paul of Newport VT, Shirley Macie Smith and husband Steven of Thetford VT, Debbie Warner Harlamert and husband John of Newport VT, Sharon Macie Campbell and husband Mark of Merrimack NH, Sheri Warner Westman and husband Ray “Skip” of Ocala FL, Cathleen Warner of Phoenixville PA and Laurie-Jo Warner Makela and husband Rick of West Branch MI. She is survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As Alice wished, there will be no calling hours. There will be a graveside service on Tuesday May 15th at 11:00am. at the Newport Center Cemetery. Contributions in her name can be sent to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society c/o Betsy Hampton, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 84, of Glover, VT, passed away on May 2, 2018 in Glover. She was born on May 11, 1933 in Sheffield, VT to Edson and Ethel (Paul) Basford. On August 6, 1949 she married Everett Kimball who predeceased her. Phoebe was a seamstress for Slalom Ski Wear for 17 years. Her hobbies included doing word search books and crocheting. She is survived by her children: Jesse Kimball of Springfield, VT, Russell Kimball and his wife Cindy of East Hampton, CT, Everett Kimball, Jr and his wife Mary of Newport, VT, Linda Hauver and her husband David of Rochester, NH, Ellen Derouchie of Newport, VT, Kathy Holdren and her husband Randy of Troy, PA, and Bonnie Andies and her husband Keith of Memphis, TN, numerous, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She is survived by two sisters: Gloria White of Greensboro, VT, and Lorraine Gilfillian of Nashua, NH, Rosemarie Lorden, Louden NH. She was predeceased by brothers: Charles Basford,Brian Basford, and Bernard Basford and by the following sisters: Beverly Messier, Barbara Isham, Myrna Brosseau, and Beatrice Whittier. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday June 2, 2018 at the Derby Center Cemetery with the Rev. David Lisner officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, 110 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05401.

- With a welcoming smile and an outstretched hand, “Hi, I’m Pat Hunt”, she greeted the world. Never to meet a stranger, she had friends wherever she went. Once you were in Pat’s address book, you never came off. Pat’s friends accumulated throughout her lifetime, from her earliest of childhood days, through high school, college, multiple career endeavors, golf, skiing, and bridge. Arline “Pat” Hunt peacefully left us on May 1, 2018 with her family close, God’s hand leading her to be with others she has loved and lost. Born Arline Camp Brush in New York City on January 23, 1928, she grew up in West Hartford, Connecticut. The eldest of three children to Donald Linsley Brush and Arline Camp Brush, Pat enjoyed her early years in Hartford and at her family’s cottage on Belle Island actively participating in the Baptist Church Youth Group and at William Hall High School. In 1945 she moved to Burlington to attend the University of Vermont “to ski and find a husband”, graduating in 1949 with a degree in mathematics. Through her college years she was active in sports, cheerleading and unlimited social activities; she joined Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and participated in Greek activities throughout her life. Her ties to UVM continued, acting as Secretary of her alumni class into her late 80’s. She married her UVM boyfriend, Paul H. Hunt of Derby Line on August 20, 1949. During their initial years, Pat and Paul spent time in Connecticut and Burlington before settling in the Northeast Kingdom where Paul accepted a position with the US Customs in Island Pond and Norton. In the 1950s Pat became the mother of three boys, Gerry, Donny, and Andy. While raising them, she settled into the Island Pond community roles as a swimming instructor, school coach, school board member, and a freelance reporter for several newspapers. She was an avid golfer at Orleans Country Club where she was a two-time women’s club champion, had two holes in one, and for many years helped manage Ladies State Days at clubs throughout Vermont. She and the family enjoyed skiing at Burke Mountain. In 1964 she was selected as Mrs. Vermont, taking her to the Mrs. America pageant in St. Petersburg, Florida. Always interested in politics, Pat was a frequent volunteer leader with Vermont Young Republicans and was active in many campaigns at the state and local levels. In 1968, she served as a delegate for the Republican National Convention in Miami. The family relocated to Morgan in 1968 where they built the family home from her design; she lived there for 50 years until the time of her death. Pat continued to stay active in the community serving on the Vermont and National State Boards of Education during the period of planning and construction of the Vermont Union School Districts, the Vermont Board of Historic Sites, Vermont Council of Humanities, as well as an 8-year term as the Editor of the Vermont Electric Co-op magazine. Pat traveled extensively in Vermont and the United Sates in her many state and national volunteer positions. She became known as the local publicist for many Northeast Kingdom events such as the Morgan Church Sugar on Snow Dinner each July, sports competitions including the Olympic trials, and many human-interest stories. She served in numerous positions for Morgan including town selectman. Once her sons left for college, Pat began a career as a tax preparer, initially working with H&R Block. She quickly decided to start her own tax business, Pat Hunt, Inc., in Newport. In her early years as an Enrolled Agent, she established herself as a leader and role model, quickly rising to the VTPA Board of Directors, then President. The business is in its 40th year of service, managed by her son Don. Pat and Paul started traveling to Europe, particularly to visit their two sons stationed with the US Army in Germany. When Paul passed away in March, 1987, Pat operated Hunt’s Bed and Breakfast in her home for nearly three decades. Countless French students were hosted at her home while they worked across the Canadian border at the Tivoli plant as part of their national obligation. She continued her world travels with several different travel companions to visit her sons in Europe, sometimes as a volunteer with Earth Watch, but always seeking adventure and new friends in Madagascar, New Zealand, Easter Island, Nepal, China, Russia, Europe, Hawaii, Costa Rica, and Chile to name some of the 61 countries she visited. After many years a widow, Pat attended her 58th reunion at William Hall High School where she reconnected with her high school sweet heart, Al Callahan, himself a widower. They both found great enjoyment in each other’s company – golfing, boating, bridge games, winters in Florida, the Boston Red Sox, and traveling. Pat amazed her grandchildren with her technical abilities. Despite being 90, she loved to communicate with friends on Facebook and e-mail every day, kept her WIFI going, did all her banking on-line, and had command of her cell phone. Pat played bridge all her life and has been a regular at local bridge clubs for many years, relishing the opportunity to continue writing bridge game results for the local newspapers. Arline “Pat” Hunt is survived by her son Donald Hunt and wife Andrea of Coventry, VT, son Andrew Hunt and wife Patricia of Windsor, NY, daughter-in-law, Elaine Lockwood of Morgan, VT, and brother Stuart Brush and wife Laura of Woodbury, CT. She was the grandmother of Elias Hunt and his wife Emily Malpino, Ezra Hunt, Eben Hunt and his wife Katharine Beardslee, Christian Hunt, Kurt Hunt and his wife Jenny, Michael Whiting and his partner Tom Whiting, Amanda and her husband Ryan Tichenor, James Hunt, Dylan Hunt, Grace Brooks, and Elliot Brooks. She leaves three great grandsons, Henry Hunt (Kurt & Jenny), Hunter and Owen Tichenor. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Hunt, her son Stuart “Gerry” Hunt, her parents Donald and Arline Brush, her brother Donald Brush, and her granddaughter, Erin Hunt. Pat was a member of Morgan Church for 50 years. She will be deeply missed by her family and her community. The family greatly appreciates the support of the North Country Hospital doctors and staff and the Newport Health Care Center doctors, nurses, aides and staff. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the Morgan Church in Morgan, VT with viewing from 1:00 to 2:30 immediately followed by a memorial service; burial will be in the Gore Cemetery. For those who wish to attend, a social hour and light meal will be served at the church after the burial. Rev. Michael DeSena will officiate the service with the assistance of Pat’s brother, the Reverend Stuart C. Brush. In lieu of flowers, Pat requested that donations be made to the Morgan Church, P.O. Box 234, Morgan, VT 05853 or North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.

102 died on May 1, 2018 at Michaud Manor. She was the wife of the late Lester J. Klaffky. She was born in Brooklyn NY May 4, 1915 and was the daughter of John Kissner and Anna Maria (Hohen) Kissner. Anna was an accountant with the Mineola Rug Co, before retiring. After traveling extensively throughout the United States, she and Lester made a permanent move to Morgan, Vt. in 1970. There they became part of the community belonging to the Snow Mobile Club participated in the Sugar On Snow Events and for a period Anna was Auditor for the Town of Morgan. She enjoyed her travels with the Community Circle. Anna was also a faithful member of the Hospital Auxiliary, having 1255 hours in and received her 1000-hour pin in 1999. She was a member of the United Church of Newport. She enjoyed playing the piano and knitting hats which she donated to the Oncology Unit at Newport Hospital. Anna is survived by nephew Paul Kissner and wife Linda of Pa., Goddaughter Linda Ruff and husband Dan of VA., Cousins Steve Nelson and wife Carol of Long Island, Marie Nielsen of West Charleston and Diane Colburn. Services will be held at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home 4670 Darling Hill Rd. Newport, VT May 8th, 2018 with visitation at 10:00 and services at 11:00. In lieu of flowers Contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

, 93, of Newport, Vermont passed away on April 28, 2018in Newport, New Hampshire at the home of his daughter Audrey Cornell. He was born on May 10, 1924 in Sutton, VT to Elmer and Flossi (Facteau) Peck. He married Harriett Sanderson who predeceased him on December 1, 1994. He graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1943. He was a Bridge Foreman for the Canadian Pacific Railroad where he retired in 1984 after 44 years of service.  He was a Master Mason where he was a member of the Council-Royal Arch-Commandry of The Grand Lodge of Vermont, Free and Accepted Mason’s. He was also a member of the Grand Chapter of VT Order of the Eastern Star and North Star Chapter # 25, a member of the Sir Knight, Malta Commandry # 10 Knights Templar, York Bodies of Newport, Cleveland Chapter # 20, Orleans Council # 19, the Northeast Kingdom Civil War Round Table and Enosburg Historical Society For Life.  Among his hobbies, he was a Bee Keeper and he was a great collector which included collecting stamps and coins. He enjoyed working in his garden and hunting. He is survived by his friend Audrey B. LaFlame, by his 3 daughters Judith Paquette of AZ, Audrey Cornell and her companion Melvin Rowlett of Newport, NH, and Adalene Lantagne and her husband Gary of Newport Center, Vermont, by his grandchildren: Raymond Paquette, lll, Shawn Cornell and his companion Judy Knapp, Shannon Johnson and her husband Mike Johnson, Kimberly Lantagne and her husband Jason Prue, Kristen Lantagne and her husband Craig Grenier, by his great grandchildren: Quinton Cornell, Arianna Gordon and her husband Matt Gordon, Miranda Johnson, Desiree, Hailey and Brandon Grenier and Jacquelyn and Hunter Prue. He is survived by his sisters: Doreen and her husband Charles Deos, and Geraldine and Francis Does. He was predeceased by his parents Elmer and Flossi Peck, by his son Steven Peck, by his brothers: Conrad and Truman Peck, and by his sister Shirley Ronan. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday May 5, 2018 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport with the Rev. Kelly Deslauries officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 10:00 A.M. on Saturday May 5, 2018 until the hour of the funeral. Interment will take place in Woodmont Cemetery, East Burker, VT on Saturday May 5, 2018 at 3:00 P.M.  A Masonic service and the Order of the Eastern Star Service will be held on Saturday May 5, 2018. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03766.

, 78, of Barton, VT and formerly of Newport, passed away on April 26th, 2018 in Newport. He was born on July 22nd, 1939 in Newport to Mildred (Pomeroy) and Thomas D. Kendall III. Known to most as “Tom” or “Sonny”, he was a graduate of Newport High School in 1958, a first year class member of Sterling Prep in Craftsbury and attended Champlain Business College in Burlington. An ardent hobbyist, he loved collecting stamps and coins, doing adult coloring, black velvet painting and teaching himself different languages, including French, Latin, Spanish, and most recently Russian. He is survived by his sisters: Bonnie Kendall Palmer, Elaine Dickson (Dixie) Buchanan, and June Carolyn Forrest. Nieces and nephews include April Giamei, Michael Forrest, Amie White, Linda Potter, LorRae Martin, Juli Kelly, Thomas Palmer, Jonne’ Housh, Nathan Palmer, and several grand nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport from 1:00-3:00pm on Thursday May 3, 2018 followed by a funeral service at 3:00pm with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Maple Lane Activities Fund, 60 Maple Lane, Barton, Vermont 05822.