JOHN CARLTON DURHAM - NORTH HERO - John Carlton
Durham, a lifelong resident of North Hero, passed away
Monday, April 13, 2015, at his North Hero residence with his
loving family and friends by his side. Born on Sept. 2, 1935, he
was the son of the late James Ernest and Mildred Hazen
Durham. Carlton was born and raised in his family's farmhouse,
where he grew up farming until joining the service. Carlton
served his country overseas, returned to the States and
married his sweetheart, Carole "Sis" Story, and continued his
service with the Vermont Air National Guard for 20 years.
Carlton was very dedicated to the North Hero Fire Department
for over 50 years, he helped build the Oman Station in the
village during his summer years as a young boy and served as
Chief for many years. In addition, he was owner of the Harbor
Store, worked for the Town of North Hero, and worked in
construction until retirement. He was a member of the Order of
the Eastern Star and Masons (Columbus Lodge). Carlton
enjoyed being on the water, mowing lawns, watching sports
and most importantly, loved spending time with his family. In
addition to his wife, Carole, of 57 years, Carlton leaves his son,
Herbie and wife, Joanne; daughter, Debbie and husband, Reg
Allen; daughter, Patty and "special guest," Craig Rouselle; four
grandchildren, Travis Jarvis and wife, Cathy, Erin Allen, Reg
Allen III and wife, Sarah, and Molly Finnigan; and three great-
grandkids, Addison Paquette, Weston Allen, and Thiago DaSilva.
He also leaves behind his loving and devoted sisters, Patricia
Story, Phyllis Lund, and Marilyn Mayo; brother, Robert Durham
and wife, Marla; brother-in-law, Robert Baumuller; sisters-in-
law, Delcie Durham and Marcia Story; six nieces and nephews;
seven great-nieces and nephews; two great-great-nieces; and
very special friends, Ron and Jo-Ann Tier. In addition to his
parents, he was predeceased by two brothers-in-law, George
Story and David Story; and sister, Carolyn Baumuller. Special
thanks to Dr. Mark Pitcher and the staff at Good Health, Betsy
Lyons, VNA, and Melinda Johnson, VNA. There will be no calling
hours; however, for those who would like to attend, a graveside
service will be held at the Jerusalem Cemetery in North Hero on
Saturday, April 18, 2015, at 11 a.m. A small reception will
follow. In lieu of gifts, donations may be made in memory of
Carlton to Grand Isle Rescue, c/o Debbie Benson; and/or
Visiting Nurse Association of Vermont. Arrangements are under
the direction of The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton.
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