NEKG - 2010 Obituaries

, age 85, of Barton passed away Friday, July 16, 2010 at the Maple Lane Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. She was born October 21, 1924 in Sutton, to Clarence and Bernice (Gray) Sylvester. She loved crafts, sewing, card playing, traveling, dancing and music. She worked in the kitchens of various nursing homes in the area. She is survived by her children, Judith Pace of Anaheim, CA, Valvete Mason and husband Gary of Albany, Crystel McFarland and friend Bernie Boulay of Lyndonville, Melody Hackett and husband Wesley of Burke Hollow, Ivan Larabee and wife Betty of Ludlow, Beverly Ross and husband Dan of Woodbury, CT, Sandra Knight of Springfield; a sister, Fayelene Hall of Orleans; several grand- and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by the love of her life Ike Larabee, her parents, children Jim, Rod and Gail, her siblings Lila, Eula, Orene, Earlene, Ruby, Reginald (Bill), Roland and Lloyd. A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 24, 11:00 AM in the Hillside Cemetery, West Burke. Memorial contributions may be made in Opals name to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center North at 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, age 59; a Sheffield Resident lost a courageous battle with cancer, Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital with her husband by her side. She was born October 6, 1951 in Burlington to Rene` & Elaine Lacross. She graduated from Burlington High School, married Robert Bardsley. Debra enjoyed scrapbooking, making greeting cards and gardening. She was a home body but did manage (Debs) Deli at Curiers Market in Glover for a season. Debra is survived by her husband, Robert Bardsley of Sheffield; three children, Scott DeLorme of Winooski, Karen DeLorme of St. Albans, Amy DeLorme of California; her mother, Elaine Lacross of Burlington; six siblings, David, Kevin, Judy, Dawn, Karen, Paula. She was predeceased by her father, Rene`. There will be no calling hours and services will be at the convenience of the family.

, age 42, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. Karen was born June 28, 1968 in Glens Falls, NY. She is the daughter of the late Homer and Hilda (Kenney) Daigle. Karen enjoyed her roses, gardening, camping, fishing and cooking, but most of all she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, a sister, Linda Jones, and brother, Gary Daigle. She is survived by two daughters, Taylor Bollman and Jessica Daigle; her fiancé, Delbert Baker; a son, Joseph Campbell; her husband, Terrence Campbell; a granddaughter, Harper Baker; six brothers, Lawrence Daigle and wife Linda, Dwayne Daigle and wife Elaine, Michael Daigle and fiancé Pamela Corey all of Granville, NY, Todd Daigle of FL, Mark Daigle and wife Jean of West Burke, Jay Daigle and wife Stacey of Las Vegas, NV; two sisters, Barbara Arquette and husband Lyn of Conway, SC, Vicky Hale and husband Steven of Granville, NY; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 9, in the Lyndonville First Congregational Church with Rev. Judi Horgan officiating. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Monday, at Pearsons Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Lyndonville. Memorial contributions may be made in Karens name to the American Asthma Foundation.

, age 69, passed away peacefully Monday, July 5, 2010 at her home following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by many family and friends. Born August 12, 1940 in Orleans, the daughter of Maurice & Lois Barry, she married Everett Red Carr. They later divorced. She enjoyed gardening, fishing and listening to fish stories, visiting with Bob, playing dice, and watching nature shows. She loved all and any type of animal, especially cats. She was a Night Owl, Bullshooter, and Turtle. She is survived by four children, Mark Carr and wife Lynn (Kashuba) and their son Joshua of Chesapeake, VA; Gary Carr and wife Sherry (Page) of Maine and Newark, VT and their children, Nicole Carr, Kristen Carr and Daniel Carr; Cheri (Carr) and husband Steven K. Allard of East Haven and their daughters, Julia Allard and Jennifer Allard; Maurice Moe Carr and wife Janice (Berry) of West Burke and their children, Jessica Carr of St. Johnsbury, Samantha Carr of Lyndon, Jordan Lund, Jasmine Lund and McKayla Carr of West Burke; three great grandchildren, Jada Stevens, Caiden Stevens and Brandi Carr; siblings, Robert Barry of York, ME, Lillian Brown of Sneads Ferry, NC, Beverly Chapdelaine of Barton; her cats, Bobby-Dink, Mee-Mee, Bratrick, and Smudge, and her dog, Wolfman Carr. Special and adoptive friends, Al Buford Austin, Deb Mable Reichert, Sherry Polly Carr, Kevin Ima Reichert, Heloise Snark Esq, Donna Gray, Tim Gilman and many other friends and relatives too numenous to mention. A special thanks for the additional help and attention during her illness to Donna Gray, Sherry Carr, Deb Reichert, John Longe, and Ruth Allard. She was predeceased by ex-husband Everett Red Carr; parents, Lois Magoon Hennesey Barry and Maurice Barry; siblings, Lura Little, Dean Barry, Lloyd Barry, and infant sister Jackie. Calling hours will be held at Pearsons Funeral Home, Friday evening July 9 from 6:00 pm till 8:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be made in Jeannettes name to either the American Humane Society or Lyndon Rescue, P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851. Family and friends are invited to gather at Jeannettes home following the Calling Hours.

, age 85 passed away, Sunday, May 16, 2010 at The Pines Health & Rehab Center. The daughter of John E. and Elizabeth (Batterton) Shea she was born June 11, 1924 in Port Henry, New York. She married William E. Catanzarita. After moving to Lyndonville she worked as a secretary for Hopkins and Sons Oil Company, and under Marjorie Drown at The Pines Susie owned and operated the Rustic Haven Campground in Concord for many years. She enjoyed reading and was an avid reader Elizabeth is survived by two daughters, Mary E. Marcotte of Barnet, Frances A. Berry and husband Gilbert of Lyndonville; three grandsons, Travis Wright and wife Nancy, Philo Marcotte and wife Ana, Brian Berry and wife Courtney; great grandchildren, Elizabeth Wright, Zackary Wright, Aden Marcotte, Owen Marcotte, Dylan Morse, Madison Berry; a sister, Kathleen Brooks; many good friends at the Canterbury Inn. At Elizabeths request there will be no services.

, 59, of West Burke, Vt., passed away on Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010, at The Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndon, Vt., following a brief illness. He was born June 18, 1950, in Morrisville, Vt., the son of Rolland and Frances (Condon) Choquette. He attended schools in Morrisville, Stannard and Greensboro. He worked at Dolgin's Auto Parts for several years and then began self-employment as a woodsman with his horses, Diamond and King, for many years until illness in recent years prevented him from doing what he loved. His favorite pastime was going around visiting his many friends and family enjoying a good meal and conversation with them. He was predeceased by his mother, Frances Choquette, on Oct. 11, 2001, and a brother, Michael, in 1949. Clifford is survived by three brothers and two sisters, including Ronald Choquette and wife Barbara of Lakeland, Fla.; Reginald Choquette and wife Bertha of Cordova, Tenn.; Ernest Choquette and wife Susan of East Liverpool, Ohio; Muriel Potter and husband Grover on Lyndonville, Vt.; and Rosanna Lester (his twin) and husband Robert of Northfield, Vt.; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Pearsons Funeral Home, Lyndonville, Vt. A summer graveside memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Teresa's Cemetary in Hyde Park, Vt.

, age 59, of Lyndonville passed away Saturday, August 28, 2010 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital following a brief illness. Bill was born December 22, 1950 in St. Johnsbury to Martin S. Clark and Arlene L. Garand. He graduated from Hardwick Academy Class of 1970. He married Kathleen Parker on May 27, 2006 in Las Vegas, NV. He owned and operated W H Clark Equipment Repair in Lyndonville. He enjoyed hunting, family gatherings at camp, his children and grandchildren, and his dogs. He is survived by his loving wife Kathleen of Lyndonville; children Loretta Irwin, Lewis Fenoff and girlfriend Seleste Johnson; step-daughter Samantha Ramsey; grandchildren Trevor Irwin, Delaney Nelson, Devin and Cameron Bell; mother-in-law Anne Parker; brother-in-law Steve Parker and wife Peggy; sister-in-law Deanne Parker; sisters Marge Tucker, Doris Krogman, Linda Foss and husband Jim; brother Roy Clark and wife Kathy; step-sister Kathy Somers; his special dogs Boney and Ginger Grace; several nieces, nephews and all the special friends he has had for years. He was predeceased by his parents Martin Clark and Arlene Garand, and an infant brother Bobby. There will be no calling hours. A memorial services will be held at the Lyndon Bible Church on Friday, September 3, 11:00 AM with Mr. John Sleeper officiating. A potluck gathering will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Memorial contributions may be made in Bills name to either the Lyndon Dog Pound, P.O. Box 167, Lyndonville, VT 05851 or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, New England Chapter, 114 Perimeter Rd., Unit GH, Nashua, NH 03063.

, age 58, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at Pine Knoll CCH in Lyndonville after a long and debilitating illness. Judy was born Feb. 25, 1952, in Claremont, N.H., the daughter of Roy Earl Cook of West Lebanon, N.H., and Ethera May Snelling of Sheffield Vt. Judy graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy, Class of 1972. She lived recently at Pilgrim Manor in West Burke and enjoyed attending the Community Meal Site there. Judy is survived by her mother, Ethera Snelling-Miles of Pownal, Vt.; siblings Roy Cook and wife Louise of Lyndonville, Bruce Miles of Woodford, Vt., and Beth Alison Miles of Pownal; niece Morgan Cook of Lyndonville; also many Berry, Snelling and Newland cousins. Judy was predeceased by her father, Roy Earl Cook, June 27, 1964. Judy had many friends over the years that drove her to appointments, helped her at home, etc., and her family wishes to express sincere gratitude to all of you. A special thank-you to Charlie Weis of Sutton who was her constant companion and caregiver.

, age 90, passed away peacefully at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Friday, May 28, 2010 with her daughters by her side. She had been a resident there for four years. She was born in Eliot, ME, August 10, 1919 to Carl and Daisy Loura. She married Chester S. Barnes in Burlington, VT, September 18, 1938. He predeceased her in 1974. She later married Francis Couture who also predeceased her in 2000. Her son, Raymond Barnes, predeceased her in 2001. She leaves two daughters, Betty (Barnes) Demers and husband Daniel of Lyndonville, and Lorraine (Barnes) Douglass and husband Sterling of St. Johnsbury. She leaves six grandchildren, Eric Demers and wife Brooke, Craig Demers and wife Julie, Raymond Barnes, Jr., Nyia (Barnes) Kittredge and husband Brian, Michael Barnes, Dwayne Barnes and wife Tiffany. She leaves ten great-grandchildren, Emily and Garrett Demers, Hailey and Hannah Demers, Tyler, Brittany and Alisha Barnes, Rufus Jr. and Derek Dawson, Brianna Barnes. She also leaves two sisters, Leola Fortier of St. Johnsbury and Beverly Phelps of Hardwick, as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. She is a very loving and giving mother. She loved cooking for her children and went out of her way to spend all the time she could with them. She enjoyed gardening, card playing, especially Canasta, and had a special place in her heart for cats. She was always looking out for others needs and gave cheerfully out of her heart. A private memorial service will be held for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kingdom Animal Shelter, PO Box 462, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, a St. Johnsbury Center resident, passed away Monday, March 15, 2010 at the age of 84. Donald was born, the son of Curtis and Winifred (Hoffman) Dickerman, on May 19, 1925 in Lyndonville. He graduated from Lyndon Institute, Class of 1943. He married Agnes R. Payette on May 19, 1948 in Lyndonville. She predeceased him Dec. 15, 2008. Donald worked at Fairbanks for 43 years, starting out in the Foundry and retiring as an Electrical Tester. After retirement, he worked on the Green Team at EHV. As a young man he worked summers on Uncle Roy Smith's farm in East Burke. Donald was a devoted husband, father and grandfather; family came first. He spent many hours remodeling his home, as well as family members and friends homes. He could be seen helping neighbors with yard work or snow blowing; whatever needed to be done, he was there. When his children were younger, he coached their softball teams. When the grandchildren came along, he would be seen supporting them at their games, from baseball to field hockey. Donald was an active member of the First Congregational Church. He enjoyed skiing, hunting, fishing, bowling and traveling. He and Agnes traveled the States together, and they enjoyed that time together. Donald really wanted to stay in his home where he had spent many enjoyable years. Thanks to his loving family and friends, he was able to do that. He was often seen taking daily walks around town. Donald is survived by three children, Ella Kelsey and husband Donald of Waterford, Eva Emery and husband John of Lyndonville, Donald (Spike) Dickerman of Ascutney; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; a brother, Gerald Dickerman of Newport. Memorial contributions in Donalds name may be made to First Congregational Church, c/o Church Treasurer, Union Bank, Railroad Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Funeral services will be at Pearsons Funeral Home on Monday, March 22, at 11:00 am with Rev. Bill Cotte, officiating. Burial in Spring will be in the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. At Donalds request, there will be no calling hours.

, of Waterford, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. He was 64 years of age. He was born June 16, 1946 in Lyndon Corner. He is the son of the late Francis and Louise (Altieri) Dubois. He worked many jobs including an egg farm in CT, union trust bank in CT as a janitor, but really enjoyed truck driving here in the area. He married Patricia Walker, they later divorced, he then married Marie Bailey and they later divorced. He enjoyed wrestling, working on his truck, NASCAR, and especially his sons and grandchildren. Joseph is survived by 4 sons, Tom Dubois of CT, Joseph J. Dubois, Jr. of CT, Johnathan F. & Nicole Dubois of Barnet , Michael Dubois of St. Johnsbury; 3 grandchildren, Paige, Danielle, and Maddie; a sister, Rose Gee of Concord, a Girlfriend, Donna Prue; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by a sister Geraldine Bolton. Calling hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Lyndonville, on Tuesday evening from 5:00 PM 7:00 PM. A graveside service will be in the spring in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

, 74, of Orange, died peacefully at Dartmouth on Saturday, July 10, 2010, following a brief illness. David was born May 3, 1936, in Barre to Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Gomo. He served in the Navy aboard the USS Chukawan (AO-100). He had his own cleaning business, worked at National Life and retired from the Rock of Ages. He enjoyed doing many things with his wife, Linda, such as riding their Gold Wing, snow machining, hunting and fishing. His recent hobby was playing cards on Sundays with good friends. He had a special project going on. He was building a shooting building so he could be warm while hunting. His wife, Linda, predeceased him on May 21, 2002. He is survived by a son, David L. Gomo and wife Laurie of Orange, a daughter, Alyson Gomo of Burlington; three grandsons, David, Keith and Thomas Gomo, two great grandsons; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, including a special cousin, Shirley. A graveside service will be in the West Branch Cemetery in Stowe, Friday, July 16, 2 p.m. A potluck gathering will immediately follow at the Orange Town Hall. Memorial contributions in David's name may be sent to either the American Cancer Society , 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 or Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.

, a West Burke resident passed away May 27, 2010 at the pines in Lyndonville he was 83. He was born in Newark. The son of Walter and Ethel Goodwin. He served in the U.S. Army in Texas for two years. He married Gladys Hosford December 10, 1950 in the West Burke Church. He worked for Fairbanks Morse from 1950 1982. He loved hunting, fishing, and golfing. He also enjoyed his daily visits to the Minimart in Burke Village getting his coffee and catching up on the news with his cronies. Dean is survived by his loving wife, Gladys Goodwin of West Burke; four sons and their wifes, Mark and Holly of West Burke, David and Susan of Sutton, Ronald and Anita of Newark, Paul and Betty Jean of Weymouth, MA; eleven grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; his oldest son Edward predeceased him in 1987. A celebration of life will be held in the Sutton freewill Baptist Church on Saturday, June 5, beginning at 1:30 PM. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery in West Burke.

, an East Lyndon resident, passed away at the age of 88, Sunday, February 14, 2010 at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab. Center. Born October 15, 1921 in West Topsham to Fred L. and Eda M. (Hood) Fisher, Shirley graduated from Littleton High School, class of 1939. She married Aldis F. Gorham on November 11, 1944. He predeceased her November 9, 2005. Following graduation she worked at Norton Pike. Later she worked several jobs, including the farm from business manager to laborer, nurses aide, Burke Mtn Club, Lyndon Historical Society. She was an active member of the East Burke Congregational Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, member of the United Workers (the church womens group), and a 4-H leader. She loved music, was a wonderful artist, enjoyed genealogy, storytelling, letter writing, and quilting. Most important to her was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She will be dearly missed. Shirley is survived by her five children, Wanita Gardner and husband Don; Fred and wife Roxanne, all of Lyndon; Esther Mazzini and husband Carl of Vestal, NY; Carolyn Guest and husband Richard of St. Johnsbury; Judith Doria and husband David of Middleburry; seven grandchildren, Michael & Kate Mazzini, David & Andrea Mazzini, Margaret & Scott Buckingham, Betsy Edmunds, Molly, Kate & Ben Doria; seven great-grandchildren, Alyssa, P.J. & Ashtyn Lacos, Joshua Buckingham, Patric Edmunds, Ava & Luca Mazzini; a sister, Margaret Flayhan; sisters in law, Louise Coe, Blanche Gorham, Dorothy Gorham. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Jane; a sister, Helen Houston & husband Mahlon; Doris Berry and husband John; Blanche Panzarella & husband Billy. Visiting hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home Thursday evening, between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. A funeral service will be Friday, 11:00 am in the East Burke Congregational Church with the Rev. Judi Horgan officiating. Interment will be later this spring in the North Kirby Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Shirleys name to the East Burke Congregational Church, P.O. Box 243, East Burke 05832 or Lyndon Historical Society, P.O. Box 85, Lyndon Center, VT 05850.

, 82 yrs. of age, a Lyndonville resident, passed away at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center following a brief illness. Mavis was born July 27, 1927 to Gilbert Carney Rogers and Hazel Vivian Rogers in Stark, NH. In November of 1946, Mavis married Gerald (Sam) Griswold of Morrisville, VT and together they had five children. For Mavis, the love and care of her children was everything as she provided a loving, cozy home with delicious home baked food for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and any other children who needed a loving home. She loved traveling, playing Scrabble, history, museums, embroidering and in her later years, writing her memoir. Mavis was predeceased by her husband Sam in December of 1983. She is survived by her five children Bonita and husband Merritt Smith of Lyndon; Gary Griswold and his wife June of Wells River; Marc Griswold and wife Cecile of Scottsdale, AZ.; Susan and Alan Inglis of East Burke; Jennifer L. Griswold of Northampton, MA. Mavis has nine grandchildren- A. Merritt, Sarah, Gary (Griz), Gerald (Thump), Adam, Robin, Corey, Christopher and Brandon as well as five great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Brothers Bernard and Wayne Rogers survive her as well as a very special sister-in-law, Janice Rogers of Stark, NH; a special niece Mona Stuart of Colebrook, NH and a special great niece Erin Sulham, currently stationed in Afghanistan. Siblings who predeceased her were Muriel Stuart, Pauline Wells, Doris Stearns, Ernestine Patnoe, Murray Rogers, Phyllis Durgin, Marilyn Moulton and baby Floyd. Special friends of Mavis were Evelyn Lussier of Lyndonville and Barbara Pillsbury of Lake Havasu, Arizona. A funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 9, at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, Church St., Lyndonville, Vermont with interment at Mountain View Cemetery in Morrisville Corners beginning at 3:00 p.m. Memorial contributions in Maviss name may be sent to either Area Agency on Aging or the Salvation Army.

passed away at the Grafton County Nursing Home Sunday March 7, 2010 at the age of 90. She was born in Lyndon January 24, 1920, the daughter of the late Ernest and Shirley Allard. Mildred graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1938. She was the first in her family to graduate from high school, highly valued an education, encouraged her children to graduate from college and was a life long learner in her field of nursing. She married Theron Heath Sept. 3, 1938 and together they farmed for many years. Mildred lived for 84 years on the family farm in Lyndonville where she resided until recently. She enjoyed her family, sewing, knitting and gardening. In the early 1950s Mildred pursued a career in nursing and received her nursing cap in 1953. She worked at Brightlook Hospital, NVRH, Home Health and spent several years doing in home hospice care throughout the Northeast Kingdom. She retired from nursing at the age of 80. In 2003 she received the Grange Community Citizen award in recognition of outstanding service to her community. In 2005 she received the Presidents Volunteer Service Award. Mildred was predeceased by Theron in 1991 and her son Philip in 2000. She was predeceased by her siblings; Burton in 1984 and Barbara and Lawrence both in 2001. She is survived by her son Robert, wife, Faye and daughter Norma Twombley, daughter-in-law Jackie Dadourian and son-in-law Roy Twombley. She is also survived by her grandchildren Rob and Radha Heath, Kelly Therrien, Dick Therrien, Heather and Dan Copp, Joe Twombley and wife Jennifer Bennedict, Erin and Steve Agius, Kristen Heath and Polly Pratt, Craig and Paula Biathrow and Beth and Tom Zuttermeister. Great grandchildren include Chelsea and Camryn Heath, Jessica Foran, Brady, Kendra, Tyler and Dayna Therrien, Molly Copp, Wilder Twombley, Carolyn and Margaret Zuttermeister and Joe Harlow. Great-great grandchildren include Carter Houghton and Amelia Foran. She is also survived by two nieces, Joanne Allard and Sandra Chesley. Those who wish may send contributions in her memory to the Riverside Life Enrichment Center, 2104 East Burke Rd., Lyndonville, VT 05851; the American Cancer Society, 55 Day Ln., Williston, VT 05495; or Alzheimers Association Research Division, 300 Cornerstone Dr., Suite 120, Wiliston, VT 05495. Funeral services will be held Saturday 11:00 am at the First Congregational Church with Mr. John Sleeper, officiating. Interment will be in the spring at Woodmont Cemetery, East Burke.

, of Groton passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010 at her home following a lengthy illness she was 83. The daughter of Arlo L. and Delphine (Lanctot) Roberts, she was born November 20, 1926 in Beverly, Massachusetts. She graduated from Topsfield High School Class of 1944. She then attended Beverly Hospital School of Nursing, graduating Class of 1947 working as a nurse in outpatient care. She married Howard D. Hill on September 7, 1954. Together they raised a loving family. She was a member of St. Lukes Episcopal Church in Woodsville, New Hampshire. Joan is survived by her husband, Howard D. Hill of Groton, children, Nathan Hill, Judy Briggs and husband Norman, James Hill, Laura Brown and husband Melkier, Ralph Hill, and David Hill. Services will be at the convenience of the family.

, a Sutton resident passed away Saturday, October 16, 2010 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital she was 83. The daughter of George E. and Margaret V. (Bischoff) Fisher. She was born August 13, 1927 in Killingworth, CT. She married Robert K. Hobbs, he predeceased her in 1998. Margaret is survived by a brother, Ted Fisher of Sheffield, two step children, Frederick Hobbs of Milford, CT, Betty Shand and husband Dave of CT; several nieces, nephews and cousins, and a special nephew, Andrew Baird. She was predeceased by her husband, parents, sister, Elfreda Bandy, brothers, Leon, George and Harold Fisher. Visiting hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home, located at 70 Church St., Lyndonville Thursday evening from 6:30 PM till 7:30 PM. A graveside service will be Saturday October 23 at 4:00 PM in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Johnsbury with Pastor Rick Menard officiating. Memorial contributions in Margarets name may be sent to either, Norris Cotton Cancer Center- North, 1080 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or American Lung Association-Vermont Affiliate, 372 Hurricane Ln, Suite 101, Williston, VT 05495 The family wishes to express a special heartfelt thank you to Roger & John.

, of Barnet, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital following a lengthy illness. She was 62. She was born in New York City, NY on March 16, 1948 to Jenaro P. and Catalina (Rodriguez) Perez. She married Steven W. Kliman. They enjoyed nearly 26 years of marriage prior to his passing in April 2007. She was a wonderful crafter and an avid reader. She was active in her community and was an active member of the Jewish Community. She especially loved her dogs, Shamus, Blackie, Raspberry, and Turk; they will miss her. Raquel is survived by her father Jenaro Perez, sister Lourdes (Cookie) Lampe, nephew David K. Lampe all of Melbourne, FL; brother Julio Perez and wife Denise of Douglastown, NY; two nieces and a nephew, Cynthia, Sandra, & Gilbert, Jr. She was predeceased by her mother, and brother, Gilbert Rodriguez. A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 22, at 11:00 AM in the Maple Street Cemetery, Bethlehem, NH.

, 102, beloved grandmother, passed away at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on Wednesday March 3, 2010. She was born June 26, 1907 in St. Helene, Quebec, Canada, a daughter of Willie and Parmelie (Perron) Desmarais. Juliettes father owned a farm in Barton, and she would tell stories of him driving her and her sister, Simone, by horse and wagon to the convent for boarding school each week. She married Alex P. Leduc on October 7, 1930 at St. Pauls Catholic Church in Barton. They lived for many years in Island Pond, until they built their dream house in Lyndonville. Together they owned and operated Alex P. Leduc Trucking in Lyndonville for many years, with Juliette as office manager and bookkeeper. They raised a son, Richard R. Leduc, who married Elaine J. Stone, both having predeceased her. Juliette loved cooking for and spending time with her family. Her grandsons recall many great times with her. She and Alex spent many winters in Florida with her brother Rio, and his wife, Rose. She also enjoyed outdoor activities and gardening. She is survived by four grandsons, Michael Leduc and wife Patricia of Lyndonville, Paul Leduc and wife Michelle of St. Johnsbury, David Leduc and wife Debbie of Lyndonville, Roger Leduc of Sutton; great grandchildren, Meagan Leduc, Brody Leduc, Lucas Hoyt. She was also predeceased by three brothers, Roland, ONeil, and Rio Desmarais, and two sisters, Simone and Corrine. Calling hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home on Monday March 8, from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm with a vigil service led by Deacon Alfred Toborg immediately following. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Spring followed by the burial, both at St. Elizabeth Church and Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Caledonia Home Health Care, 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury 05819.

, a Lyndonville resident, went to be with his Lord and Savior with his loving wife by his side at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Monday, September 6, 2010. He was 85. The son of Nathan and Helen (Whipple) Littlefield, he was born July 29, 1925 in Sharon, MA. He served in the US Navy during WWII, serving on many Navy Vessels, including the LST-325. Allen has many fond memories of that Vessel. He married Elizabeth Liz Allen on November 19, 1978. He was a Machinist working for many different companies, including Laramy Products, UVM, Shelburne Industries, and Foxborough Company. Allen loved the Fire Dept., working as a Volunteer firefighter in MA, Fairfax, VT and Pittsburg, NH. He was instrumental in the planning of the new Firehouse in Pittsburg, NH. He was an active member of the Lyndon Center Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon among other positions. He loved NASCAR especially Dale Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt, Jr., camping, hunting, back road exploring and trips to the Dr.s with his son in law, Dan; they were a planned adventure. Allen is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Elizabeth Liz of Lyndonville; son, David Littlefield and wife Heidi of Fairfax; daughter, Donna Littlefield of Buzzards Bay, MA; step-children, Sara James of Lyndonville, Rodney Brewer and wife Julie of Chickamauga, GA, Margaret Niles of East Burke, Marilyn Allard and husband Dan of East Burke, John Brewer of Lyndonville; 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and many friends. He was predeceased by a step-daughter, Martha Davis, and a grandson Dale. Graveside services will be in the Lyndon Center Cemetery Saturday, September 11 at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Tim Pittman, officiating. Please send memorial contributions to Allens favorite ministry, Grace to You Ministries at P.O. Box 4000, Panorama City, CA 91412. Remember me as I was and am now with my Heavenly Father and my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in heaven

, of Sutton, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2010 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was 21 years of age. Travis is the son of Alton J. and Pamela J. (Brown) Lund. He was born October 18, 1989 in St. Johnsbury. He was a graduate of Lyndon Institute, class of 2007; during school he was a Golden Glove Champion boxer, and was also great at wrestling. He worked in several capacities for Northeast Agriculture in Lyndonville. Travis loved and lived life to its fullest, working on and riding motorcycles with his dad, swimming at Miles Pond and Willoughby Lake, hunting and fishing, working out. He was a loving and affectionate person with many friends; to know Travis was to love him. He was an adventuresome young man; he would help out anyone, and enjoyed doing so. He recently considered a career in the Military or Law Enforcement. He loved his mothers cooking, especially her Blueberry Pie. Travis is survived by his mother, Pamela J. Lund and siblings, Joseph J. Lund, Autumn J. Lund all of Sutton; aunts and uncles, Arthur E. Brown, Jr. Kathleen M Robinson, Betty Lund; and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Alton, on September 7, 2009. Calling hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Lyndonville, Sunday from 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM. A memorial service will be at Lyndon Bible Church, Monday, November 22 at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Joel Battaglia officiating.

, 71 formerly of Wheelock, Vt. passed away on Monday, October 25, 2010 He was born November 28, 1938 in Henryville Iberville Quebec. He worked for Northeast Agriculture as a truck mechanic for 21 years before retiring in 2003 to live his remaining years in Summerfield, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Alberta McDuff of Summerfield, Florida; daughter, Loraine Strang of West Burke; brothers, Germain and Fernande McDuff of Conwansville, Quebec, Marcel and Micheline McDuff of Mansonville, Quebec, Jean Paul and Claudette McDuff of Magog, Quebec; sisters, Therese Lemay feu Rodolphe Lemay of Sullivan Abitibi, Quebec, Julienne and Guy Champigny of Magog, Quebec, Simone Champigny feu Real Champigny of Conwansville, Quebec, Lise and Ernest Veilleux of Notre-Dame-des-Pins, Quebec; 3 granddaughters Christina and Christopher Therriault of St. Johnsbury, Jamie Strang of St. Johnsbury, Ashley Strang of St. Johnsbury; and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Armand and Leona McDuff of Lambert, Quebec; sister, Lucille Chartrand (Kelly Chartrand) of Quebec; brothers, Georges McDuff (Gisele Veilleux) of Quebec, Rolland McDuff (Jeannie Carrier) of Conwansville, Quebec, Denis McDuff (Nicole St. Jean) of Birmingham, Quebec. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 10th at St Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Lyndonville, followed by interment at the Sulfur Spring Cemetery in Wheelock, followed then by a gathering at the Wheelock Town Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caledonia Home Health Care, 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, and American Cancer Society, VT Affiliate, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

passed away May, 23, 2010, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center at the age of 54. Anna was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., Dec. 16, 1955. Anna was a farmer, and homemaker she also enjoyed gardening, raising rabbits, poetry, taking care of wildlife, painting, cooking and every holiday celebration. She was predeceased by her father, Raymond Allard Sr., and mother, Donna Brewer Allard. She is survived by her companion Guy Taplin of Newark; son Shawn Morton and wife Nicole; her three grandchildren Dylan, Trevor and Mackenzie of Greeley, Colo.; brother Raymond Allard Jr. and his sons Billie Joe, Zachary and Joshua of Newark; sister Pamela Gilman and husband Dale and their daughter Dana Gilman; and Paul Fillion, best friend. A memorial service will be held at Lyndonville First Congregational Church, Middle Street, Lyndonville at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 3.

, 26, beloved daughter, sister, niece and friend, died accidentally and unexpectedly on June 13, 2010. Emilie was born June 1, 1984 at Central Vermont Hospital. Although she lived more than half her life in Iowa, she always considered Vermont her home. She was a gifted artist, and avid reader and perhaps, The Simpsons biggest fan. Emilie often found solace with her friends and her much adored cats, Sage and Tokey Wartooth. She leaves behind her mother, Liza Browne of Peacham, her father, Philippe Pain, of Mt. Pleasant, SC, her grandmother Lucienne Pain of St..Maurice, France, her three brothers, Nicholas Pain and his fiancée, Alexandra Gitzes, Theo Pain-Wright and Jakob Klaus, her aunts and uncles, André and Martine Pain, Muriel Pain, Abel and Elisabeth Miranda, Sarah and Joseph Polito, Charles and Wynne Browne, Rebecca and Bruce Lafferty, Deborah Carpilio and fiancé, Harley Colbeth, Richard and Catharine Browne, many cousins and her loving companion, Michael Mariani. Emilie was fascinated by nature and loved all living things. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Humane Society of your choice. Visiting hours will be Thursday, June 17, 2010 from 5-8 PM at Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville. There will be a private service for the family.

, age 50 of Walden passed away at his home Tuesday, July 13, 2010. He was born June 30, 1960 in Cheverly, Maryland the son of Lawerence H. and Betty J. (Harris) Baker. He served in the US Army, married Anna Angolano they later divorced. He enjoyed music, his family, nature, and (his daily dose of vegetables). Robert is survived by a daughter, Melody Angolano Stuart and husband Robert, Jr. of East Barnet, their children, Willow Stuart and Robby Stuart, III; a daughter from a previous marriage, Elizabeth Baker of Pennsylvania, her children, Jonathan Stone and Brianna Lynn Baker. There will be no calling hours and services will be at the convenience of the family.

passed away after a lingering illness at his home at 441 Old Bradley Road in St. Johnsbury, Jan. 9, 2010 at the age of 83. He was born May 3, 1926, to Waldo Petterson and Olga Lundberg. He grew up in Manchester, N.H., and went to Central High School where he was a violinist in the orchestra. Waldo was known to most people as "Wally" or "Pete." He entered the U.S. Navy in 1944 in World War II and was a signal man on merchant ships in the Pacific. They transported troops as far as the Philippines. After being discharged from the Navy, Wally attended Plymouth State College and graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1950. Pete, as he was known in the business world, worked more than 30 years in Vermont as an insurance adjuster for General Adjustment Bureau. He was well known for his quick smile, sense of humor and honesty. He made many lasting friends during those years. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine of over 50 years; son Mark; two dear grandchildren, Haley Clark of Lyndonville and Elizah Clark, who is in the U.S. Air Force in California; his sister, Beverly Bishop and husband Robert Bishop; brothers- and sisters-in-law in New Hampshire. Wally had many hobbies and pastimes. He loved skiing, which brought him to Vermont. He also enjoyed traveling, gardening and helping to build his home 35 years ago. In season, he enjoyed playing tennis with his friends. Not enough words can be expressed for the gratitude we have for Caledonia Home Health Care and Hospice during the past six months. They were so helpful and supportive. Those who would like to contribute in Wally's memory can do so by making a donation to SAD-SAC, in care of The Caledonian-Record, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, in memory of his German shepherd, Beau.

, age 90, of Lyndonville, formerly a long time Passumpsic resident, passed away April 2, 2010 at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab. Center with her family at her side. Born March 6, 1920 to Edward F. and Sarah (Park) Young, she attended Lyndon schools and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1938. She married Gilbert L. Somers in June 1940 and he predeceased her in 1973. Lib worked for many years as a proofreader for the Caledonian Record, retiring in 1986. Prior to that she worked in St. Johnsbury at Hovey's Shops and Maple Grove and in Lyndonville at Chase Maple Candy. She was a member of the Passumpsic Community Baptist Church, past member of Lyndon Enterprise Grange and Passumpsic Valley Grange, and past president of the St. Johnsbury Business & Professional Women's Club. She enjoyed rug hooking and gardening and was a frequent patron of the Cobleigh Library. She is survived by two daughters, Mary Wisner and husband Larry of Danville and Linda Butler and husband Arlan of Athol, MA; grandchildren and their spouses Pamela Vance (Chris), Kevin Wisner (Ana), Wendy Gadapee (Kevin). Dean Patterson (Susan), Tina O'Neil (Jamie) and Lawrence Patterson; great-grandchildren Derek and Alysia Vance, Brandyn, Kyle, Daryn and Lacey Gadapee, Sarah and Katlyn O'Neil, Brooke, Owen, Sage and Brynn Patterson; also a brother Edward Young, Jr. and wife Earlene. She was predeceased by a brother George Young and sisters Pauline Reed and Rubie LaBay. There will be no calling hours. Private family services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in the Barnet Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Elizabeth's name may be sent to Cobleigh Library, 14 Depot Street, Lyndonville, VT 05851, York Street Steeple Fund at Upright Steeple Society, Ltd., PO Box 224, Lyndon VT 05849, Lyndon Enterprise Grange, 173 York Street, Lyndon, VT 05851 or Passumpsic Community Baptist Church, PO Box 126, Passumpsic, VT 05861.

passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Northwestern Medical Center on February 25th, 2010. Larry, as he was known to all, succumbed to complications related to Alzheimers just three days shy of his 85th birthday. Larry was born to Howard Day and Alice Rich VanBenthuysen in Yonkers, New York on February 28th, 1925. He attended high school in New York and enlisted in the U.S. Merchant Marines following his graduation. After qualifying as a Pharmacists Mate, and with World War II raging, Dad enlisted in the U.S. Army, served in the Philippines until 1946, rising to the rank of Sergeant. On his return from WW II, Dad took advantage of the G.I. bill and enrolled in Elmira College. He soon transferred to U.V.M. where he met lifelong friends, Father Edward Moore and Judge Edward Costello. During his time at U.V.M. he met Ruth Barbara Moore, whom he married in 1950. Larry graduated from U.V.M. in 1951 and worked for the old Burlington Daily News, where he had the privilege of working with a newly arrived Madeline Kunin. In 1955 he started work for the University of Vermont in the Alumni and Public Relations Office, eventually rising to the position of Director. Along the way Larry and Ruth had three children, all of whom survive him. The oldest, Judge Howard E. VanBenthuysen of Danville, is currently deployed with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan; their second son Andrew VanBenthuysen and his wife Bronia live in Leceister, Vermont; and their only daughter, Susan Norrgrann and her husband Steve Shaw, live in Lyndonville, Vermont. Larry retired from U.V.M. in 1978, and worked as the Public Relations Director for the American College of Switzerland until 1982, when he and Mom returned to the States and settled in West Hartford, Connecticut. Larry worked for the State of Connecticut as an information specialist and press secretary to the Department of Human Resources until 1990, when he and Mom retired for the last time to their cozy little house on Water Street in Wells River, Vermont. Dad lived in Wells River until the Spring of 2009 when he moved to Ave Maria Community Care Home in Richford, where he lived with Alzheimers until his passing. Larry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth Barbara VanBenthuysen, and many grand- and great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, March 7th, at Pearsons Funeral Home in Lyndonville, Vermont from 2-4 p.m. with a brief memorial service following. Contributions in Larry's name may be made to the University of Vermont.

, 84, a resident of Danville, Vermont for the past 38 years, passed away December 18, 2010. He joins his parents and siblings and his beloved wife Eleanor, who passed away this past April. John and Eleanor met at Portsmouth Priory (now called Portsmouth Abbey) in Rhode Island where his father was a professor and John a student. John was living in the Priory monastery at the time, working on the farm and considering life as a monk, when he met Ellie. They married in 1948 after John served two years in the army stationed in Korea as company bugler. John and Ellie moved to Benson, Vermont, where he was a farmhand for three years, before receiving his Master's Degree in Agronomy from the University of Massachusetts. John then joined the USAID Program in Thailand and Laos as Agricultural Advisor, and later joined the Peace Corps staff in Thailand. He worked and lived with his family in Thailand and briefly in Laos for over ten years. Upon his return to the States, John worked for the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. as manager of the American Indian Small Economic Development Program. During this wartime period in Vietnam, he actively supported peace and fellowship. In 1972, wanting to return to a simpler life, John moved with his family back to Vermont. They settled in Danville where he enjoyed a large garden, planting numerous fruit trees, raising goats for milk and cheese and burning wood for heat. He was dedicated to energy conservation and living off the land. John was director of the Regional Economic Organization in Northern Vermont and then manager of the Vermont State Home Energy Program. Afterward, he worked in Danville as a school bus driver and town appraiser. He was a dedicated member of the Danville Queen of Peace Church serving on the church council and as a Eucharistic minister. John was the last living child of the late Francis Day White and Nathalie Wood White. John's siblings were Nathalie White Coleman, Audrey White, Francis White and Ronald White. He is survived by his children, John White of Derby Line, VT., and his wife Joan and son Brandon; Robert White of Hawaii, his wife Hilary and his sons John Francis White of Danville and Michael White; and Michelle White-Camba of France and her husband Rémy and their sons Gaël and Dimitri. John is also survived by his niece Claire Coleman Chen, his nephew Tony Coleman and by many cousins for whom he held great affection. In contemplating his life, John once wrote that he spent a lifetime of planting and growing things, adhering to his motto, which was always 'do more with less'. It was John's deep religious faith that influenced his daily life, guiding him in a life of simplicity, service and kindness to others, and giving him hope for the future. A funeral mass, followed by a reception, will be held this Thursday, December 30th at 11am at the Queen of Peace Church in Danville. John's family invites his friends, fellow church members and members of the community to attend. His ashes will be buried next summer at the monk's cemetery of the Portsmouth Abbey alongside his parents, his brother Ronald and his wife Eleanor. Contributions can be made to the Queen of Peace Church, Danville, Vermont 05828.

, 80, of Danville, Vt., passed away in her home this past Monday, April 26, 2010. Eleanor was born in Pawtucket, R.I., and is the daughter of the late Anthony and Olive Silvia of Portsmouth, R.I. Eleanor met her husband, John, at Portsmouth Priory and they were married for 64 years. Eleanor and John settled in Danville in 1972 after many adventures, which included two years of dairy farming in Benson, Vt., and living for nine years in Thailand where Ellie taught English to Thai students. Ellie was an active member of the Danville Queen of Peace Church, where she worked hard each year to prepare for the Christmas Bazaar and where she was a eucharistic minister. Her handmade banners hung in the Catholic Church for years. Her work for charity was an important part of her life and included making hundreds of hats, mittens and dolls for children with cancer. She also worked at the Open Door in Danville. Ellie enjoyed tennis, swimming and quilting. Ellie's family, who will always cherish her, include John White of Derby Line, Vt., and his wife Joan and son Brandon; Robert White of Hawaii and his wife Hilary and his sons John and Michael; and Michelle Camba of France and her husband Remy and their sons Gael and Dimitri. Her brothers, Anthony Silvia from Little Compton, R.I., and Henry Silvia from Florida, will sadly miss her. Sisters Anna Lacerda and Elizabeth Silvia from Portsmouth, R.I., will also miss Ellie. Ellie was predeceased by brothers Raymond Silvia and Larry Silvia. Eleanor's family would like to thank the warm condolences and support that we have received. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at The Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Danville on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 11 a.m.

, a lifelong Lyndon resident passed away after a brief illness at her home with her family by her side Friday, February 26, 2010. Born October 16, 1945 in Lyndon to Reginald R. and Eleanor V. (Cassady) Peck, Juanita was a graduate of Lyndon Institute, Class of 1963. She was employed with the Postal Service, working various positions including Postmaster for many years in the Lyndon office, retiring in 2000. She then worked at the White Market, Deli section for eight years. Juanita was an active member of the Lyndonville United Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandsons, singing in the Church choir, playing the piano, painting, gardening, crocheting, and her dog Nicki. She is survived by two daughters, Christina L. Briggs and companion Rocky Lacroix of Lyndon, Tara Williamson and companion Nate Cloutier of Middlesex; three grandsons, Erich, Zacary, and Travis Langmaid; three sisters, Regina Lee of Chattanooga, TN, Wanda Wilkie and husband Steve of West Burke, Ramona Humphrey of Havre De Grace, Maryland; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents. Visiting hours will be at Pearsons Funeral Home, Monday evening, March 1, between the hours of 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. A memorial service will be at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church, Wednesday, March 3 at 2:00 pm with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer officiating. Interment will be in the Spring at Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Juanitas name may be made to SAD-SAC, c/o Caledonian Record, P.O. Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, a Sheffield resident and lifelong resident of the Kingdom passed away Monday, December 6, 2010 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. He was 88 years of age. He was born July 14, 1922 in Lyndonville. He is the son of the late Harry W. and Susie B. Shaw) Young. He married Thelma Hudson, May 5, 1945. She predeceased him on January 27, 1970. Richard was a true Logger using Mules and Horses, he also did some farming. He loved to fish, sugar, and swap tall tales; he especially loved children, he had a nickname for each, whether they be young or old. For Richard life was good, you knew that just spending time with him. He will be dearly missed. Richard is survived by a brother, Floyd Young and wife Mary Ann of East Concord; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife he was predeceased by a son, Robert Young on February 20, 1996; a sister, Virginia Greenwood, a brother, Irving Young; and a long time companion, Mary Cole. Visiting hours will be held at the Sheffield Federated Church, Saturday, December 11 from 11:00 am till 1:00 pm with a funeral service beginning at 1:00 pm with Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Interment in the spring will be in William Dexter Cemetery, Sheffield. Memorial contributions may be made in Richards name to HOPE at P.O. Box 403, Lyndon Center, VT 05850