, 84, formerly of East Ryegate, died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H., after a long illness. She was born in Lakeport, N.H., March 10, 1918, a daughter of Ira and Margaret (Pierce) Elliott. She was a member of the former East Ryegate Presbyterian Church, and summered for many years on Lake Seymour in Morgan, Vt., Crystal Lake in Barton, and Harvey's Lake in Barnet. Marjorie married Kenneth R. DeRusha July 31, 1935, and he predeceased her July 23, 2000. She was also predeceased by a son, William J. DeRusha, Aug. 2, 2000; her son-in-law, Robert E. Foster, July 22, 2002; a brother, Chester H. Elliott, Sept. 4, 1998; and two sisters, Charlotte Webb and Norene Wilkins. Survivors include two sons, Kenneth E. "Bud" DeRusha and wife Violet of East Ryegate, and Chester "Chet" DeRusha and wife Susan of Milo, Maine; four daughters, Mary Little of St. Johnsbury, Audrey Johnson of Claremont, N.H., Margaret "Margie" Foster of St. Johnsbury, and Jeanie Pearson and husband Eric of Cabot, Vt.; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A calling hour will be held Friday, Aug. 23, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, Birch Street, Woodsville. The funeral service will be Saturday, Aug. 24, at 10:30 a.m., at the funeral home with Gerry Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Horsemeadow Cemetery Annex, North Haverhill, at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grafton County Home Association, 3855 Dartmouth College Highway, North Haverhill, NH 03774.

, 89, of North Danville, passed away Thursday, Aug. 22, 2002, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. A complete notice will appear in Saturday's edition.

, 101, formerly of 21 Pleasant St., Woodsville, and most recently a resident of Haverhill House, died Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2002, at Cottage Hospital, Woodsville, following an extended illness. She was born July 30, 1901, in West Hopkinton, N.H., the daughter of Edwin B. and Etta (Wyman) Howe. She and her sister were raised by Joseph and Annie Howe. Ms. Howe was a graduate of Woodsville High School, Class of 1921. She worked as a bookkeeper for Woodsville National Bank for over 50 years, retiring in 1971. She was predeceased by a brother, George Howe; and two sisters, Helen Levitt and Bernice Sunbury. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held Saturday, Aug. 24, at 1 p.m., in Pine Grove Cemetery, Swiftwater Road, Woodsville. The Rev. Robert Sargent will officiate. For those planning an expression of sympathy, please consider the Haverhill House Patients Activity Fund, RR1, Box 1483, Haverhill, NH 03765, or a favorite charity.

, 93, of Highland Avenue, North Troy, passed away in Newport, Friday, Aug. 23, 2002. She was born in St. Emilie, Province of Quebec, Feb. 8, 1909, the daughter of Rodolph and Louisia (Gravel) Robillard. On June 26, 1928, Imelda married Albert Beaudry, who predeceased her. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in North Troy and enjoyed cooking for the church. She had a green thumb and had many plants and flowers. She was an independent woman who loved life and was very energetic. She liked family gatherings and especially being with the younger ones. She loved her home, which was built by her husband Albert with her help, which they enjoyed for 37 years. Imelda is survived by her children, Jeanine Kennison of Newport, Roseanne Brouillard of Westfield, Mass., Florence Lantagne and her husband Larry of Derby, Robert Beaudry and his wife Pat of North Troy, and Lorraine Starr and her husband Durward of North Troy; her daughter-in-law, Roseanne Beaudry of Jay; her sister-in-law, Anita Robillard of New Hampshire; nieces and nephews; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Gerard, and by one brother and five sisters. Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, Darling Hill Road, Newport, Sunday, Aug. 25, from 3-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, Aug. 26, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in North Troy at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Joseph Blattner officiating. Interment will follow at the Notre Dame Cemetery in North Troy. Should friends desire, contributions in Imelda's memory may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Church for the handicapped-accessible ramp, North Troy, VT 05859.

, 89, of North Danville, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, went home to be with her Lord, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2002, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. The daughter of Telesphore and Mary (St. James) Petit, Aurora was born Nov. 21, 1912, in Coventry, Vt. As a young girl, she went to school in Grand Line, located in Canada. In her teen years, she attended Lyndon Institute, then worked for a short time for actress Helen Gahagan in New York City, before continuing her education at Fitchburg Academy in Massachusetts, graduating in 1933. She then worked for a Dr. Baum in the Boston area while attending Providence Bible Institute. After moving back to Vermont, Aurora dated and then married Kenneth F. Dwyer of Sheffield on July 10, 1936, in Keesville, N.Y. The couple first resided in Coventry, moving in that same year to a farm in Sheffield, Vt. While there, Aurora was a Sunday School teacher at the Sheffield Church. In 1952, the Dwyers purchased the Goss Hollow Farm in St. Johnsbury, which they farmed for 12 years before moving to their present home, The Pines Farm on the North Danville Road, in 1964. Aurora attended North Danville Baptist Church for many years, and also attended Union Baptist Church in St. Johnsbury. She was an active member of the Goss Hollow Homemakers, at one time holding the position of secretary/treasurer. She was known for many special talents, including creating beautiful quilts, crocheting, latch-hook rug making and embroidery, along with cooking the best pancakes, doughnuts and baking powder biscuits from scratch. Aurora is survived by her husband of 66 years, Kenneth F. Dwyer of North Danville; two sons, Kendrick Dwyer and wife Shizuko of Oahu, Hawaii, and Kermit "Kurt" Dwyer and wife Marylin of Goss Hollow in St. Johnsbury; three daughters, Marilyn (Dwyer) Mosson and husband Francis of Milton, Vt., Rosilyn "Rosie" (Dwyer) Chaloux of St. Johnsbury, and Karilyn (Dwyer) Nobile and husband Peter of Lunenburg; six grandchildren, Lenora (Mosson) Meyer and husband Michael of Oakland, N.J., Dr. Clifford Mosson and fiancee Bonnie Johnson of Cape May, N.J., Linda (Chaloux) Mosse and husband Scott of Sequim, Wash., Diana Chaloux of Park City, Utah, Maria Chaloux of St. Johnsbury, and Cari Prue of Manassa, Va.; and one great-grandson, Henry "H" Meyer of Oakland, N.J. She is also survived by two brothers-in-law, William "Bill" Dwyer of Sheffield and Edward Dwyer of Essex Junction, Vt.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Leo Petit, Laurier Petit and Moody Petit; two sisters, Leona (Petit) Percy and Philomene (Petit) Calderwood; and parents-in-law, George and Nellie Dwyer. Memorial services will be held at Sayles Funeral Home in St. Johnsbury, Monday, Aug. 26, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Mel Richardson officiating. Burial will take place at 1 p.m. at Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, Aug. 25 from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions in Aurora's memory may be made to: Danville Rescue, Inc., Building Account, P.O. Box 255, Danville, VT 05828; or to Caledonia Home Health, Hospice Program, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 80, of South Burlington, died peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at the Vermont Respite House, surrounded by her beloved family, after a courageous battle with leukemia. She had just celebrated her 80th birthday. Mariafranca Morselli was born in Milan, Italy, in 1922. In 1946, she received her doctoral degree in natural sciences and biology from the University of Milan in Italy. From 1947 to 1949 she taught at Quincy College in Quincy, Ill., in the Department of Biology, returning to Italy in 1949. In 1956 she moved permanently to the United States with her husband and daughters Olga and Giovanna. She was appointed research associate with the Bronx Botanical Garden in New York. Her youngest daughter Francesca was born in the States during this period. In 1964 the family moved to Vermont and she joined the maple research team in the botany department at the University of Vermont, eventually becoming research professor and director of the Maple Research Laboratories on campus. In May 1988, Dr. Morselli retired with the title of research professor emerita, continuing as a consultant on maple science and maple technology, and on women in science. Dr. Morselli achieved national and international recognition in the field of sugar maple research. Her basic and applied research and teaching at the University of Vermont centered on the physiology, anatomy and tissue culture of the sugar maple, the biochemistry and microbiology of maple sap, and the chemistry and adulteration of maple syrup. Her research, in association with the Proctor Maple Research Center and the USDA Forest Service, considerably helped the maple syrup industry to improve methods and efficiency of maple syrup production and the quality of maple products. Dr. Morselli offered research opportunities to a large number of staff and students, and participated in activities that improved education at all levels and provided career counseling for women in the sciences. Dr. Morselli published and lectured extensively in sugar maple science, technology, and environmental issues, here and abroad. She was a member of many professional associations and the recipient of a number of prestigious awards. In 1983, she received the award for Outstanding Research by the North American Maple Syrup Council, and in 1988 she was the first female recipient of both the Maple Syrup Producer of the Year Award by the Vermont Maple Industry Council, and the Research Service Award by the International Maple Syrup Institute. In 1991, she was the first woman inducted into the National Maple Museum Hall of Fame. In 1990, she was elected a Fellow of the Vermont Academy of Arts and Sciences, and a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Society. In her other career as a volunteer, Dr. Morselli was a member of many civic and women's associations, receiving honors and named awards for her dedication and services. In 1985, Burlington Professional Women honored her as one of "Vermont's Most Exciting Women." She actively participated as an officer of the Vermont and Burlington chapters of the American Association of University Women. She was also a member of the boards of the Vermont and Burlington chapters of the League of Women Voters. Dr. Morselli was active as advocacy chair for the Vermont Network for the Gifted. She was appointed by Gov. Howard Dean to the Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council, the Advisory Council of the Governor's Commission on Women, and the Affirmative Action Council. About her appointment, Gov. Dean said, "she's a tremendous asset. I recognize her important efforts to advance women in the field of science." She was a tireless advocate for people with disabilities, especially children. In recognition of her commitment to the role of women in academia, friends, students and colleagues at the University of Vermont established the Mariafranca Morselli Leadership Award upon her retirement. The award is given yearly to an undergraduate woman who has made special contributions as a scholar, and in advancing equity for women in general and/or specifically women in science at the University of Vermont. In June, the University's Center for Research on Vermont awarded her its first Lifetime Achievement Award for "her enduring contributions to research vital to the state and citizens of Vermont." "Mariafranca Morselli is an inspiration to us all," said Dr. Paul Eschholz, the center's director. In 1998, the United States Senate paid tribute to Dr. Morselli. Sen. Patrick Leahy honored her by saying, "She never slows down. I applaud her tireless efforts to improve the world in which we live." On learning about her illness, the Vermont Legislature honored her with a Joint Resolution in 2002, citing her for her "extraordinary life's achievements." Throughout her career and life, she never failed to stay down-to-earth, practical, and remarkably generous to her many students and causes. A role model to so many in her life, Mariafranca continued to inspire all who knew her during her eight-month illness with leukemia. A former student and friend wrote to her, "when I get around to dying, I hope I can approach it as directly and openly as you do, grateful for the richness of a life lived fully and with joy." Dr. Morselli is survived by her friend and husband, Mario Morselli; her beloved daughters, Olga Morselli Compton and partner Daniele Ferrari of Milan, Italy, Giovanna Peebles and husband David of Montpelier, and Francesca Morselli Sinnott and husband David of Bermuda; her beloved grandchildren, Joshua Neudorfer and wife Anne, Stirling, Skye and Cameron Peebles, and Olivia Sinnott; and one great-granddaughter, Hannah Neudorfer. A memorial service to celebrate Mariafranca will be held at the University of Vermont's Ira Allen Chapel, Thursday, Aug. 29 at 10 a.m. A private interment will be held at the Morselli family crypt in Varese, Italy, in the fall. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Vermont Chapter, 6 Automation Lane, Albany, NY 12205, or the American Association of University Women Educational Foundation, which provides fellowships to young women for graduate study, in care of Andrea Weisberg, P.O. Box 197, Shaftsbury, VT 05262.

, of St. Johnsbury, passed away at The Pine's Rehab and Health Center in Lyndonville, Friday, Aug. 23, 2002. She was born Dec. 14, 1929, in Woodsville, the daughter of Mahlon and Laura (Eastman) Beck. She was predeceased by her father, Mahlon Beck; husband, Richard Spencer; and by two brothers, Nelson and Donald Welch. She is survived by her mother, Laura Beck of St. Johnsbury; her four children, Nancy King of St. Johnsbury, Dick Spencer of Port Charlotte, Fla., Ted Spencer of St. Johnsbury, and Carolyn Lambert of Littleton; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Sidney Beck of Florida and Bill Beck of Ohio. Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may send contributions in her memory to The Pine's Patient Activities Fund, 601 Red Village Road, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 93, of the Lane House, 43 Cottage St., Littleton, N.H., died Sunday, Aug. 25, 2002, at Littleton Regional Hospital. She was born in Dalton, N.H., Jan. 10, 1909, the daughter of Joseph and Rosalie (Pilotte) Landry. She attended schools in Whitefield, N.H., and lived in Dalton for many years before moving to Littleton. Mrs. Belmore was employed by the Connors and Hoffman Shoe Company, and retired from Profile Cleaners of Littleton. She enjoyed playing cards, walking and spending time with her family, friends and neighbors. She was a communicant of the St. Rose of Lima Church. She is survived by two daughters, Lorraine Foster of Whitefield, and Corinne Belmore of Littleton; two sons, Donald and John Belmore, both of Littleton; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; a sister, Emily Matthew of Dalton; two brothers, Thomas and Phillip Landry, both of Dalton; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Edmond Belmore, in 1956; a son, Larry Belmore, in 1985; and a grandson, Jason Belmore, in 1998; two sisters, Zepherine Hastings and Emma Leonard; and three brothers, Charles, Frederick and Albert Landry. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., from the Pillsbury Funeral Home, 101 Union St., Littleton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, Aug. 28, at 11 a.m., in St. Matthews Church of Whitefield. Interment and committal rites will follow in the St. Matthews Cemetery of Whitefield. Those desiring may make donations in her memory to Littleton Area Hospice, 600 St. Johnsbury Rd., Littleton, NH 03561; or Cystic Fibrosis of New Hampshire, 114 Perimeter Road, Nashua, NH 03063.

, 88, formerly of Berlin, N.H., died Sunday, Aug. 25, 2002, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill. Eva was born in Fairfield, Maine, Nov. 15, 1913, the daughter of Harold and Alice (Pooler) Lawrence. She was a waitress for several restaurants in Berlin, N.H., and in later years was an apartment manager in Portland, Maine. She was a communicant of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Woodsville. She was predeceased by her parents; a brother, William Lawrence; and her husband, Albert Cloutier. Surviving relatives include one sister, Jeannette Battis, Woodsville; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A calling hour will be held Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Pine Street, Woodsville, Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 11 a.m. Father Philip Brady will officiate. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Swiftwater Road, Woodsville. It is requested that memorial donations be made to St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Pine Street, Woodsville, VT 03785.

, 38, of 258 Elm St., Barton, passed away Saturday, Aug. 24, 2002, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., of complications from liver disease. She was born in Rumford, Maine, Sept. 10, 1963, the daughter of Rene and Gladys (Hodgkins) Chartier. She was predeceased by both her parents; her mother passed away Dec. 2, 2000. She is survived by her husband Wendall; three children, T.J. Carey of Brattleboro, and Ashley Carey and Zack Faucher of Barton; five sisters, Ricky-Sue Chartier of Peacham, Lydia Chartier of St. Johnsbury, Alberta Colby of Waterford, Elizabeth Larocque of Barton, and Madelene Antonucci of Lyndonville; and nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home, Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 11 a.m., at the Grove Cemetery in East St. Johnsbury. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Liver Foundation, New England Chapter, 88 Winchester St., Newton, MA 02461.

58, of Stannard Road, Danville, died Friday, Aug. 23, 2002 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. She was born in Norwood, Mass., Aug. 21, 1944, the daughter of Woodrow and Margaret (Tarr) Dill. She married Bruce C. Wheeler Feb. 20, 1971. Judy taught at the Bradford Elementary School in Bradford for the last 10 years. She was a member of the Vermont Teachers Association, former member and Sunday School teacher at the West Newbury Congregational Church, and an avid gardener. Surviving relatives include her husband of 31 years, Bruce C. Wheeler of Danville; a daughter, Heidi G. Wheeler of Middlebury, Vt.; and a son, Chad B. Wheeler of Burlington, Vt. A calling hour will be held today, Monday, Aug. 26, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., in the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 11 a.m., from the West Newbury Congregational Church. The Rev. Walt Dickhaut will officiate. Burial will follow in Jefferson Hill Cemetery in Newbury. Memorial donations may be made to the Vermont Institute of Natural Science, 27023 Church Hill Road, Woodstock, VT 05091-9642.

, 91, a resident of the Bennington Health and Rehabilitation Center in Bennington, Vt., died Saturday Morning, Aug. 24, 2002, following a long illness. She was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, Sept. 12, 1910, and was the daughter of the late Peter and Vica Michelsen. She received her education in Denmark and was a graduate of the School of Art in Odense, Denmark. Mrs. Rasmussen was an accomplished artist and had several shows over the years. She married Einar L. Rasmussen, Dec. 23, 1936, in Copenhagen. Mr. Rasmussen died Sept. 16, 1990. The Rasmussens lived in Japan from 1937 until 1945, and then moved back to Denmark. They moved to the United States in 1949. The family moved to St. Johnsbury in 1975, and then to Shaftsbury, Vt., in 1986. She had belonged to various art clubs and guilds over the years, including the Southern Vermont Artists in Manchester, Vt. Mrs. Rasmussen was also a former member of the St. Johnsbury Women's Club and the Green Acres Home Demonstration Club. Mrs. Rasmussen is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Birgit and Joseph Talbot of Shaftsbury; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Anna Talbot, Deborah Talbot, Jacqueline and James Tenneyson, and Daniel and Brenna Talbot; seven great-grandchildren; and one niece in Denmark. She was predeceased by one sister, Ellen Michelsen. A service to celebrate her life will be held Friday, Aug. 30, at 1 p.m., at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Shaftsbury, with the Rev. David Uzupan officiating. There are no calling hours scheduled. Interment will take place privately. Memorials in her honor may be made to the Redeemer Lutheran Church, in care of the Hanson-Walbridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 957, Bennington, VT 05201.

, 75, of Dancer Farm, Littleton Road, Whitefield, N.H., died Saturday, Aug. 24, 2002, at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster. He was born July 19, 1927, in Mineola, N.Y., the son of Edward Thomas and Louise Mary (Keefe) Kearney. Formerly of New York and Connecticut, Mr. Kearney attended Portsmouth Abbey School, graduating in 1945, and Brown University, graduating in 1950. After a tour in the U.S. Marines, he worked in radio for a time and then became an agent for figures in the sports and entertainment world. For the past 40 years he operated a horse farm, Dancer Farm, where he trained jumpers and which was one of the satellite farms for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. Family members include two children, Thomas D. Kearney of Portland, Ore., and Siobhan Kathleen Rehwoldt Barone of Mason, Ohio; two grandchildren; five brothers, Pierce K. Kearney of Washington, Conn., the Rev. Alan D. Kearney, OSB, of Portsmouth, R.I., Gerald A. Kearney of Temple City, Calif., David Q. Kearney of Newfane, and Andrew F. Kearney of Teddington, England; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Mary Louise Kearney. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, Aug. 31, at 9:30 a.m., in All Saints Church, Lancaster. Mr. Kearney's brother, the Rev. Alan D. Kearney, OSB, will officiate. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. The family requests donations in his memory be made to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, Suite 351, 1050 Highway 35, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702.

, 76, of 153 Farr Hill Road, Littleton, passed away at her residence, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2002, after a long illness, with her family at her side. Calling hours will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Pillsbury Funeral Home, 101 Union St., Littleton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m., in St. Rose of Lima Church, Littleton, with Father Joseph S. Klatka, pastor, as the celebrant. Interment and committal rites will follow in the St. Rose Cemetery in Littleton.

, 76, of Littleton, beloved wife and mother, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2002, at her lifelong residence, following a long illness. She was born in Littleton, May 5, 1926, the daughter of Walter and Emily (Cushing) Glode. She worked at MacLeod's Store as well as New England Telephone until starting her family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, who loved to bake and cook for her family and friends. She was a foster mother and member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for 35 years. She was also a communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Leo Laflamme; two daughters, Ann Laflamme-James and husband John of Littleton, and Yvonne Clark and husband Rob and children Emily and Aaron, all of Littleton; a son, Joseph Laflamme of Wakefield, Mass.; a brother, Walter Glode of Deland, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Pillsbury Funeral Home, 101 Union St., Littleton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m., in St. Rose of Lima Church, Clay Street, Littleton, with Father Joseph S. Klatka, pastor, as the celebrant. Interment and committal rites will follow in the St. Rose of Lima Cemetery in Littleton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to North Country Home Health and Hospice, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561.

75, of Williams Street, Lancaster, N.H., died peacefully at his home Thursday morning, Aug. 29, 2002, after a long illness. Mr. Evans was born in Lancaster, April 5, 1927, the son of Roger F. and Etta L. (Ramsdell) Evans. Bum was a lifetime resident of Lancaster, graduating from Lancaster Academy in 1946. For a short time he served in the U.S. Navy. On June 18, 1948 he married Peggy Kay of Lancaster. He was best known for his 58 years of employment at the former Evans Market in Lancaster. Many present and former Lancaster residents will remember him fondly for his years of service behind the counter wearing his white apron. He also enjoyed woodworking and gardening, but his greatest enjoyment was time spent with his children and grandchildren, always attending their plays and sporting events. Family members include his wife Peggy of Lancaster; three children, Marsha E. Gingue of Lancaster, Gary M. Evans of Boscawen, and Lori E. Spencer of Lancaster; a brother, Samuel Evans of Lancaster; three sisters, Priscilla Truchon of Whitefield, Mary Jane Falkenham of Lancaster, and Sylvia Aldrich of Lancaster; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held this afternoon and evening, Aug. 30, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A funeral service will be held Saturday afternoon, Aug. 31 at 1 p.m. at the Lancaster Congregational United Church of Christ. The Rev. David Pendleton, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Summer Street Cemetery, Lancaster. Donations may be made in his memory to the Lancaster Congregational United Church of Christ, 142 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584, or to the Hospice of Lancaster, Attn: Abbey Goolman, 278 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584.

, 90, of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., died Thursday, Aug. 29, 2002 at Saratoga Hospital. Born Jan. 28, 1912, in Gregory, S.D., she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Barbara (Steinke) Reynolds, and formerly resided in Glens Falls, N.Y., for 23 years. She had worked for the General Electric Company in Schenectady and Fort Edward, N.Y., for 20 years prior to her retirement. She was a member of the Church of St. Peter. She was predeceased by 16 siblings, including brothers Paul and Roscoe Reynolds, her twin brother Frank Reynolds, and a sister, Margaret Grapes. She is survived by three daughters, Barbara Montgomery of Schenectady, Joan Lowell of Henrietta, N.Y., and Sally Barker of Saratoga Springs; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Friends may call this evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, Aug. 31, at noon, in the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, by the Rev. Robert J. LeFevre, pastor. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

, 52, of 29 Scott Road, Benton, N.H. died Thursday Aug. 29, 2002, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. She was born February 14, 1950, in Woodsville, the daughter of Wilson Joseph Carle and Geraldine (Millette) Carle. She was a graduate of Woodsville High School. Valerie lived in Arizona for several years before returning to the area in 1996. She was a manager for the Subway sandwich shop in Woodsville. Valerie was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 20 in Woodsville. She was predeceased by her parents, Geraldine (Millette) Carle and Wilson Joseph Carle; her sister, Jackie Preston; and a loving niece, Erika Weeks. Surviving relatives include two sons, Robert Glynn of Benton, and Walter Glynn and fiancee Lillian Houghton, of Benton; two grandchildren, Cristopher Rogus and Kassandra Rogus; five sisters, Michele Bennett of Chichester, N.H., Sheila Golden of Allenstown, N.H., Kareen Allbee of North Haverhill, Colleen Chase of Woodsville, N.H., and Maureen Carle of Bath, N.H.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be no calling hours. A graveside memorial will be held Friday, Sept. 6 at 11 a.m. in Horsemeadow Cemetery, Horsemeadow Road, North Haverhill. Father Daniel Sinibaldi of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church in Woodsville will officiate. It is requested that memorial donations be made to the Upper Valley Humane Society, HC 63 Box 52A, Lebanon, N.H. 03766.