, 24, of Wheelock, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 27, 2007, in Sutton, Vt. He was born May 18, 1982, in St. Johnsbury, the son of Randy and Debra (Gray) McDowell. His family writes that Jake loved spending time with family and friends and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He spent a great deal of his childhood working on the farm with his father. He enjoyed running all of the farm equipment and could often be found on any summer day driving a tractor from one hay field to another. When Jake was 10, he started taking his tractor to the local fairgrounds and competed in the tractor pulls. He loved having family and friends come to these events, and especially enjoyed winning trophies. He graduated from Lyndon Institute in 2000. He and his lifelong friend, Katie Parker, made a memorable prom appearance in a Mack tractor-trailer, making the newspaper. Jake's greatest passion was racing #19 race car at Riverside Speedway in Groveton. Jake loved working in the garage on his car, getting it perfected for the races, tinkering with friends for hours until the day of the race. In 2006 Jake won Rookie of the Year and Reserve Championship. Next year's goal was to win a championship. He had so many plans for his car: a new paint job, new parts, and a new year just may have helped him win that title. He was very proud of all the trophies he had won and displayed them for all to see on "his side" of the garage. A few days before his death Jake spent two weeks in Florida with his grandparents, Dale and Nancy McDowell. While there he was able to visit Daytona, a lifelong dream, and took great joy telling his friends about it. Jake was a happy-go-lucky kid who lived life to the fullest. He thought the world of his grade school, high school, and racing friends. He is survived by his mother: Debbie McDowell of Wheelock, father Randy McDowell; two sisters: Stephanie DeCesare and partner Karen DeCesare of Orleans, and Meagan McDowell of Lyndonville; grandparents: Dale and Nancy McDowell of West Burke; niece Maya DeCesare; girlfriend Lisa Melvin of Lyndonville; aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visiting hours will be held at the Guibord Funeral Home, Friday from 6-8 p.m. Spring burial will be at Hillside Cemetery in West Burke. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, at 11 a.m. at the West Burke United Methodist Church with the Rev. Sue Mackay officiating. A potluck reception will be held following the service at Max's Dance Hall in Sutton. Please bring a dish. Contributions, marked in Jake's memory, could be directed to Riverside Speedway, c/o Dick Therrien, P.O. Box 187, Lyndon, VT 05849.

, 74, of County Road, North Haverhill, N.H., died unexpectedly, Dec. 31, 2006, at her daughter's home in New Haven, Conn. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, however, a complete obituary will be published in the Wednesday edition of this paper.

, 86, of White River Jct., Vt., passed away Friday, Dec. 29, 2006, at Brookside Nursing Home in White River Jct. where she had been a resident for the past 20 months. Vena was born Nov. 10, 1920, in Jay, Vt., the oldest child of Delos and Ruby (Stannard) Besaw. She attended school in Jay and Barnet, Vt., and was married to Neil H. Sweet Sr. on Feb. 6, 1944, in Windsor, Vt., They lived there for a time until moving to Hartland, Vt., where they lived the rest of their married lives. Mr. Sweet predeceased her in 1978. Mrs. Sweet was employed at the Chemical Plant and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. in Windsor, was assistant manager of the Green Mountaineer Motel in White River Jct. and a caretaker for the elderly. She could make anything grow and especially enjoyed her flowers, which were a labor of love, and the large vegetable gardens that she and Neil had at the homestead in Hartland. She also enjoyed sewing, crafts, playing bingo, reading and listening to Roger Tatro play while at Brookside. She was also predeceased by her parents; her sisters, Rachel, Irene and Shirley; her brother, Roland "Stub" Besaw; as well as a special niece Nancy (Sweet) Bilodeau. She is survived by her children, Neil Jr. (Barbara), 464 Dalton Road, Dalton, NH 03598, Linda French, 393 U.S. Route 5, Hartland, VT 05048, Bruce (Cheryl), 7 Winter St., Lebanon, N.H. 03766, Richard, 403 U.S. Route 5, Hartland 05048, Gary (Lisa), P.O. Box 17, North Hartland, VT 05052; seven grandchildren, Tom, Shawn, Shannon, Keith, Tom, Erica and Angela; eight great-grandchildren Taylor, Jacob, Dylan, Tori, Nathan, Blake, Brock and Sierra; her siblings, Elizabeth Sweet of Mt. Vernon, N.H., Ronald (Cecelia) Besaw of Littleton, N.H., and Arlene DeFosse of Lancaster, N.H.; her sisters-in-law, Joyce (Paul) Christiansen of Buena Vista, Colo., Mary Sweet of Sunapee, N.H., Gloria Sweet and Sylvia Besaw of Windsor, Vt.; and her brother-in-law, Ben (Carol) Boutwell of Winooski, VT.; as well as her extended family at Brookside. Friends may call at the Knight Funeral Home in White River Jct., Vt., Saturday, Jan. 6, from 11 a.m.-noon. A memorial service will follow at the funeral home at noon. Burial will be at a later date in the Overlook Cemetery in East Concord, Vt. Memorial contributions may be made the Brookside Activities Fund, in care of Pat Hoisington, 1200 Christian St., White River Jct., VT 05001; or the Overlook Cemetery Assn., in care of Georganna Dow, 370 East Concord Road, Lunenburg, VT 05906.

, of Groton, Vt., mother and daughter, died Dec. 31, 2006, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, N.H., from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Dec. 30, 2006. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, however, a complete obituary will be published in a later edition of this paper.

, 94, of Maillett Road, Lunenburg, died Sunday afternoon, Dec. 31, 2006, at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Smith was born in Berlin, N.H., on June 11, 1912, the daughter of James Arthur and Frances (McKinley) Milligan. Olive graduated from Berlin High School in 1930 and went on to graduate from Keene State and Lyndon State Colleges, earning her bachelor's degree in teaching. For 34 years she was employed with the Lunenburg School District, working as a teacher in Gilman and Lunenburg, and as an assistant principal. While working for the school district she was the hot lunch agent for many years, treasurer of the Gilman PTA for 25 years, and served as library trustee in Gilman for 39 years. Memberships include the Vermont Congress of PTA, the Caledonia and Southern Essex Retired Teachers Association, and honorary member of the Vermont Retired Teachers Association. She was also a member and volunteer of the Gilman Senior Citizens' Club, and was past director on the board of the Northeastern Vermont Agency on Aging. Olive was very active with the Eastern Star and was a 50-year member of Adah Chapter 39, O.E.S. in Concord, Vt., where she was a past officer and treasurer. She was the District Deputy Grand Matron of District 5 from 1985-87, Grand Representative of Alberta, Canada, O.E.S., and Grand Marshal of Vermont O.E.S. from 1982-83. She was also a member of the Charlotte Morris Past Matrons and Past Patrons of Vermont, Grand Representatives Association of Vermont, and the Green Mountain Deputies Association. Olive was also a long-time member of the Congregational Church in Berlin, and was later a member of the Gilman Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday school for 15 years, and was treasurer. Her hobbies and interests include crocheting, knitting, arts and crafts, reading and stamp collecting. Family members include two grandsons, Steven Reddy of Contoocook, N.H., and Jeffrey Reddy of Florida; two great-grandsons, Steven Reddy Jr. and John Robert Reddy; a sister, Ruby Milligan Hills of Belfast, Maine; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Dugald Stewart Smith; and her daughter, Elisabeth Smith Reddy. There are no calling hours. A funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, at 11 a.m., at the Lunenburg Methodist Church. The Rev. John Somers will officiate. Burial will be held in the spring in the Riverside Cemetery, Lunenburg. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to the Northeast Kingdom Methodist Church, Box 11, Lunenburg, VT 05906 Attn: Pat Briggs; The Gilman Senior Center, Gilman, VT 05904; or The Elisabeth S. Reddy Memorial Scholarship Fund, Banknorth, 884 Main St., Contoocook, NH 03229, Attn: Elin Leonard.

, of St. Johnsbury, the widow of Paul H. Chabot, passed away in Burlington Jan. 2, 2007, at the age of 91. She was born in St. Johnsbury on Feb. 23, 1915, the daughter of Napoleon and Josephine (Trottier) Sicard. Her husband Paul died March 28, 1987. One of her three sons, Robert, also predeceased her in 1992. Lucille worked for many years at Maple Grove. Many may remember her also working the counter at Dunkin' Donuts on Railroad Street. The Chabots had formerly made their home on Portland Street and Concord Ave. Two sons survive her, Ronald A. Chabot and his wife Jeanne (Wood) of Victor, N.Y. (7395 Rolling Meadows Way, 14564), and Richard M. Chabot and his wife Marsha of New Paltz, N.Y. (719 Old Post Rd. 12561); and four grandchildren, Nicole and Justin Chabot, and Merritt and Forrest Hopper. Funeral services will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home this Saturday at 1 p.m. Burial will be in the spring at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A visiting hour will precede the service beginning at noon. Memorial contributions may be directed to The Santa Fund, 1187 Main St., Ste. 2, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 62, of West Burke, died suddenly Monday morning, Jan. 1, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. He was born May 17, 1944, in Lyndon, the son of Ralph and Blanche (Bessette) Sheltra. On May 26, 1973, he married Charlotte Walker. Robert worked as a sawyer for Koppers Sawmill in East Burke for many years. He also worked at Platt Fence Co. in Lyndonville, and Monarch Fence Co. in East Burke. He enjoyed gardening, harness racing and tinkering on vehicles. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Sheltra of West Burke; his son, Brian Sheltra and his companion Shellie Lamothe of St. Johnsbury; his daughter, Lori Sheltra; his mother, Blanche Sheltra of Lyndon; a sister, Rose Boulay of Wheelock; and three nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Ralph Sheltra. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m., at the Guibord Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Spring burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in West Burke. Friends may call on the family at 10 a.m., prior to the start of the service, at the funeral home.

, 74, of County Road, North Haverhill, N.H., died unexpectedly, Dec. 31, 2006, at her daughter's home in New Haven, Conn. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, however, a complete obituary will be published in the Wednesday edition of this paper.

, 99, of Groton, Vt., died Dec. 31, 2006, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, N.H., from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Dec. 30. She was born on Dec. 30, 1907, the daughter of Delmant Gordon and Josephine "Jessie" (Blanchard) Gordon. Dorothy lived around the Boston, Mass., and southern New Hampshire area most of her life. She graduated from New Hampshire High School and attended the University of New Hampshire. Dorothy spent summers from an early age at the Blanchard homestead in Groton and retired to the homestead in the late 1980s. Her daughter, Barbarann Bean, died on Dec. 31, 2006, from injuries sustained in the same accident. Dorothy was also predeceased by her brother, Kenneth Gordon. Survivors include several cousins. There will be no calling hours. The funeral service will be on Friday, Jan. 5, at 1 p.m., at the Groton United Methodist Church, with Pastor Candace Ricker officiating. Burial will take place at the Groton Village Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contribution may be made to either the Groton Free Public Library, in care of Groton Town Offices, Attn: Roberta Dana, 314 Scott Highway, Groton, VT 05046; or Association for the Blind, 38 Park St., Randolph, VT 05060.

, 76, of Groton, Vt., died Dec. 31, 2006, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, N.H., from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Dec. 30. She was born on Feb. 20, 1930, the daughter of Fred W. Bean and Dorothy (Gordon) Bean. Barbarann was a first-grade teacher most of her life at schools in northern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. She settled in Windham, N.H., prior to moving to Groton, Vt. Like her mother Dorothy, from an early age, she had spent many summers at the Blanchard homestead in Groton before retiring there in the late 1980s. She loved traveling throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Her mother, Dorothy Bean, died Dec. 31, 2006, from injuries sustained in the same accident. Survivors include several cousins. There will be no calling hours. The funeral service will be on Friday, Jan. 5, at 1 p.m., at the Groton United Methodist Church, with Pastor Candace Ricker officiating. Burial will take place at the Groton Village Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Groton Free Public Library, in care of Groton Town Offices, Attn: Roberta Dana, 314 Scott Highway, Groton, VT 05046; or Association for the Blind, 38 Park St., Randolph, VT, 05060.

, 79, of West Newbury, Vt., died Jan. 2, 2007, at his residence in West Newbury. A complete obituary and funeral notice will appear in a later edition of this paper.

, 52, Swazey Lane, Bethlehem, N.H., died suddenly Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007, at his home. He was born in Biloxi, Miss., the son of William and Marjorie (Burnham) Bryant. He was a 1972 graduate of Nashua High School and attended the University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H. He worked for 30 years at Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, N.H., at the Flume and Cannon Mountain. He was friendly, well-liked, and dedicated to his work. He loved the forest and enjoyed participating in activities such as cross country skiing, mountain biking and motorcycle riding. He is survived by his parents, William and Marjorie Bryant of Nashua, N.H.; his loving wife of 22 years, Andrea J. (Levine) Bryant, a son, Kyle Bryant, both of Bethlehem, N.H.; a brother, Todd Bryant of Nashua, N.H.; and uncles, nieces and nephews. A Friends and Family gathering will be held on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007, 1-2:30 p.m., at the Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel. A celebration of life will follow with the Rev. Lyn Winter officiating. The family requests donations be made to the charity of your choice in his memory.

, of Barnet, died at home Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007, at the age of 71. The Himes came to Barnet in 1997. Semi-retired in 2004, he opened his seasonal business TLC (Terrific Lawn Care). He was a member of the Barnet Presbyterian Church. His interests were varied - he was a private pilot, tinkered with RC model planes, participated in barbershop choruses and thoroughly enjoyed painting. Fred was an electrical engineer specializing in audio design. He received his degree in electrical engineering from Georgia Tech, later serving three years in the Army Security Agency. He was chief engineer at WBOF and WYFI radio stations in Virginia, and was instrumental in the construction of the first FM stereo station in the United States. He later became chief engineer at WGAY in Washington, D.C. At CBS in New York, Fred became senior supervisor and audio engineer on the Arthur Godfrey Show and CBS Radio Mystery Theatre, and did some news writing at CBS. He developed and manufactured the "Voice Act" - an audio enhancement device for field reporters. He founded Sound America, Inc. in 1972, and remained active there until 2005. He was the manufacturer not only of the Voice Act, but SVP, R/SVP and Teleword, as well as private label products for Dialogic, GM Productions, BSW, Bradley Broadcast and others. He is survived by his wife, Patricia B. Himes of Barnet (P.O. Box 123, 05821); four children, Karan Bambert of Newtown, Conn., Thomas M. Dantzler II and his wife Stacy of Charleston, S.C., Harold M. Dantzler and his wife Cathy of Hanahan, S.C., and John P. Dantzler of Wilmington, N.C.; and four grandchildren, Marc Giannavola of Newtown, Conn., Jack A. Dantzler and Daniel H. Dantzler, both of Hanahan, S.C., and Thomas M. Dantzler III of Charleston, S.C. His brother, Harry E. Himes Jr., predeceased him. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007, at 10 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church of Barnet in West Barnet village with the pastor, the Rev. John Sanderson, presiding. Memorial contributions may be directed to either the Area Agency on Aging, 481 Summer St., Ste. 101, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or Caledonia Home Health Care Agency (marked for Hospice), P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury.

, of Waterford, passed away surrounded by family Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007, at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston following a lengthy illness. The son of Russell F. and Patricia E. (Wallace) Powers, he was born Sept. 1, 1953, in Attleboro, Mass. He married Jane M. Wright on June 22, 1974, in St. Johnsbury. Dan was a logger, owning and operating D & G Logging with his son, Glen. He was also a great mechanic; he could fix anything. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, walking, carpentry, blue grass music, playing his mandolin, working on the house and family history. Dan is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Jane Powers of Waterford; five children and their spouses, Tricha Anne and Chad Pennypacker of Barnet, Katie Ellen and James Fischer of Trenton, Fla., Nancy Powers of Lyndonville, Glenn and Nancy Powers of Joe's Pond, and Angela Powers of Waterford; his parents, Russell and Patricia Powers of Waterford; parents-in-law, Wayne and Elizabeth Wright of Lyndonville; brothers and sisters, Ronald L. and Sherrill Powers, Judy and Steve Daniels all of Waterford, Sandra Jean and Kenneth Grant of Lyndonville, Sharon and Nicholas Bohlen of Chicago, and Kevin R. and Debra Powers of Waterford; and nine grandchildren. A sister, Lois Powers, predeceased him. Visiting hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home, Friday, Jan. 5, from 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Saturday, Jan. 6, at 2 p.m. at the Lyndon Bible Church. Memorial contributions may be made in Dan's name to the American Heart Association.

, 79, of 414 North Road, West Newbury, Vt., died Jan. 2, 2007, at his home with his wife Phyllis at his side. Mr. Ellis was born in South Royalton, Vt., April 14, 1927, the son of Clifford E. and Marjorie (Whitcomb) Ellis. Winston served with the United States Navy during World War II, from 1945-46. He graduated with a BS in engineering from the University of Vermont. He married Joanna Phyllis Manning on Dec. 18, 1954. Winston worked as an electrical engineer for General Electric in Syracuse, N.Y. for 10 years, and later at the research lab in Schenectady, N.Y. for 25 years before retiring in 1986. Some of his professional accomplishments include earning four patents and being involved in the developing of the CT Scan Imaging Machine for General Electric. Win served as an elder and trustee at Liverpool, N.Y., Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Burnt Hill, N.Y., Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir. He was a member of the West Newbury Congregational Church, served on the music committee and sang in the choir. Locally he was a member of the North Country Chorus. He was also involved with the delivery of the Meals on Wheels program in Orange County. An accomplished musician, Win played several instruments including the piano, clarinet and saxophone. He has played in several community big bands over the years, including being a member of the Catamounts at UVM. His love of music surrounded his family and has become an important part of their lives, also. He appreciated the time he could spend outside in the woods walking and enjoying nature. He has left an everlasting legacy of kindness, integrity and honor. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Joanna Phyllis Ellis of West Newbury, Vt.; two daughters, Joanna Wynne Ellis of Schyllerville, N.Y., and Barbara Maureen Ellis and her husband Jeffrey Hill of Breckenridge, Colo.; two sons, Timothy Manning Ellis and his wife Rebecca Graber of Brattleboro, Vt., and Stephen Winston Ellis and his wife Lisa S. of Goffstown, N.H.; a sister, Donna Rigby and her husband George of Fairfax, Va.; a brother, Richard Ellis and his wife Pauline of South Royalton, Vt.; eight grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held at the West Newbury Congregational Church in West Newbury, Vt., on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007, at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Cynthia Batten officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the Lewy Body Dementia Association, P.O. Box 451429, Atlanta, GA 31145-9429; or the Organ Fund at the West Newbury Congregational Church, in care of Bea Putnam, West Newbury, VT 05085.

died at Marlborough Health Care Center on Dec. 27, 2006. He was the son of Walter S. Wason and Ethel Raymond Wason of Greenwich, Conn. He was born in Greenwich on Jan. 25, 1916, and graduated from Greenwich High School. He received a degree in education from the Teachers College of Connecticut (now Central Connecticut State University), and a master's degree from New York University. During World War II, Wason served in the U.S. Army until he transferred to the U.S. Air Force as a 2nd lieutenant. He retired from the Air Force as a lieutenant colonel. He was married to Helen F. Downs on June 17, 1942, in Greenwich. The couple had five children, David S. Wason, Tod H. Wason, Elizabeth A. Wason, Nancy L. Wason and Peter S. Wason. Robert Wason taught industrial arts in the Greenwich school system for 26 years. In 1966, he moved his family to Peacham, Vt., where he taught for nine more years at St. Johnsbury Academy. His dedication to teaching continues. He has donated his body to the UConn School of Medicine for anatomical study. He is survived by his wife, Helen; his sons and daughters and their spouses; his eight grandchildren, Norah Wason, Rebecca Lyon, Aimee and Sarah Robear, Abigail Bartell Krone, Asa Bartell, and Brendan and Brianna Wason; and one great-grandson, Elijah Adam Krone. A memorial Eucharist will be held at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Hebron, Conn., on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007, at 11 a.m. Remembrance gifts may be sent to St. Peter's Memorial Fund, 85 Church St., Hebron, CT 06248; or to the charity of one's choice.

, 48, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007, at the home of her brother and sister-in-law, Kenny and Sheila Bean, in Passumpsic with her son and family by her side. She had courageously battled breast cancer for the past 21/2 years. Carol was born Dec. 21, 1958, in St. Johnsbury, the daughter Nancy (Eagar) Bean and Winfred "Peanut" Bean. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1977. Carol left St. Johnsbury after graduation and lived in Manchester, N.H., where she worked for New Hampshire Insurance. In 1985, she returned to St. Johnsbury and started working in the data center at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., where she remained employed. Carol was dedicated to raising her son Tyler and making sure all the holidays, birthdays and family functions were celebrated. She enjoyed being a Mom and all the joys and tribulations that entailed. She became an avid collector of Beanie babies, Disney movies, and of course anything with Pooh who was her favorite character. She also spent many hours with family friends attending yard sales, fairs, Harvey's Lake swimming, and relaxing at Kenny and Sheila's camp on Ewell's Pond in Peacham. Carol's smile and determination to live and do the right thing will be truly missed. She is survived by her son, Tyler Garand of Passumpsic; her sister, Patti Kimball of (267 Jourdan St. 05461) Hinesburg; her brothers, Denny Bean of (21 First St. 05446) Colchester, and Kenny Bean and his wife Sheila of (P.O. Box 14, 05861) Passumpsic; nieces and nephews, John "Jake" Kimball, Christine Call, Michael Bean, Felicia Bean, Jen Kierstead (husband Eric), and Ben Bean; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and especially her best friend from graded school, Lori Ely, who was by her side supporting and loving her until her passing. She was predeceased by her parents; both sets of grandparents; and a brother, Michael. Funeral services will be held this Sunday, Jan. 13, at 2 p.m., at the North Congregational Church. Friend, Pastor Tim Cate, will officiate the service. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Saturday evening from 5-8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 81, most recently of 1600 Sherwood Drive-2H, Reidsville, N.C., died suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2007. Mrs. Davis was born in Manatee County, Fla., to the late Thomas and Ethel Sadler Easterling. She married the love of her life, Blakely I. Davis of Wheelock, Vt., in 1942. Their union lasted 47 years (until his death) and took them many places, from Florida to Connecticut to North Carolina and finally to Lyndonville, Vt. Diminishing health caused a return to North Carolina in 2004 to be closer to her children. However, her heart remained in Lyndonville, where she and her husband had retired, built their last home together, spent several years enjoying the area and its people, and building a wonderful gathering place and legacy for their family. While living in Lyndonville, Mrs. Davis made many friends and was a member of the TLC Club, a local quilt and needlework club, and a bowling league. She was a lifelong homemaker and mother of seven. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1990; and a son, Blakely I. Davis Jr. in 1967. Surviving are children, Sherry Briscoe and her husband Robert of Reidsville, Tom Davis and his wife Gail of Tennessee, Greg Davis and his wife Joan of Greensboro, Barbara Wilson and her husband Steve of Germanton, Marji Paymani and her husband Mahrad of Florida, and Morgan Davis and his wife Frankie of Massachusetts; brothers, Thomas Easterling of Florida and Alford Easterling of Texas; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. There will be no formal services at this time. A special memorial service will be held for family and friends in early September in Lyndonville, a place Mrs. Davis dearly loved. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Project Hope or Christian Children's Fund, two of Mrs. Davis' favorite charities.

, of Danville, passed away at home Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2007, at the age of 95. Born in Danville on Dec. 20, 1911, he was the son of Charles and Lillian (Winn) Badger and graduated from Danville High School in 1930. Fred worked as creamery plant supervisor at both Cabot and Kilfasset Farms. He loved bowling, his gardens and watching the wildlife right around his home. And he missed his dear dog Stubby. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor (Moore) Badger of Danville; two children, Charles Badger and his wife Margret of Shirley, Mass., and Fredericka Turner of Brooksville, Fla.; four grandchildren, Angela and Chuck, Gregory and Nicole; three stepchildren, Linda Coburn and her husband Don of Danville, Pa., Tom Warren and his wife Dianne of St. Johnsbury, and Diana Webster and her husband Jon of Danville, Vt.; five stepgrandchildren, Jeffrey and Pamela, Sheryl and Donika, and Amanda; a sister-in-law, Clara Badger of St. Johnsbury; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased recently by his brother, Levi Badger, in 2004; by two sisters, Emma Peavey and Hazel Dowdell; by an infant sister; and a young brother. Funeral services will be held at Sayles Funeral Home Monday at 2 p.m. The service will be officiated by his great-niece, Darcy McCann. There will be a spring burial at Passumpsic Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at Sayles Funeral Home Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. Memorial contributions, marked for "Hospice" may be directed to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 90, of Jefferson, N.H., died at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, N.H., on Jan. 3, 2007. She was born in Malden, Mass., the daughter of James and Mary (Quirk) Scanlan. She graduated from Malden High School, Class of 1933, and received her bachelor's degree in education from Salem State College in 1937. She earned graduate credits at Plymouth State College, University of New Hampshire, Durham, and Lyndon State College in Vermont. Mrs. Ayling was a substitute teacher for three years in Malden, Mass., and later worked as a teacher in Twin Mountain, Jefferson and Littleton, N.H., retiring from the Lakeway Elementary School in 1976. She served as president of the Teachers Association Supervisory Union 20 (Gorham and Jefferson), and 35 (Littleton). She was one of the earliest members of the JACs, a member of the Starr King Grange for over 50 years, one of the founding members of the Jefferson PTA, which was formed to build the new Jefferson Elementary School in the 1950s, and served as president. She was a former member of the Ammonoosuc Retired Teachers Association, the Jefferson Historical Society, Pomona, State and National Grange. Active in the Jefferson Square Dance group, she taught square dancing in Jefferson and Twin Mountain. Marguerite enjoyed reading, oil painting, arts and crafts, gardening, crewel embroidery, early American decorating and rock collecting. She was known as a Pebble Pup. For many years, she was a CB radio operator and weather observer, but her favorite pastime was visiting with friends, neighbors and family. She married her husband Edmond on April 25, 1943, who predeceased her in April 1987. A brother, James Scanlan Jr., and a sister, Mary Cocks, also predeceased her. She is survived by her sister, Eunice Small of Athol, Mass.; four nieces, Irma MacDonald of Wilton, N.H., Marcia Redden of Milford, N.H., Diane Bennett of Manassas, Va., and Ruth Gilmour of Peabody, Mass.; three nephews, Gordon Cocks of West Boyalston, Mass., David Small of Athol, Mass., and Donald Small of Providence, R.I. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007, from 2-4 p.m., at the Ross Funeral Home, Whitefield Chapel. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, Jan. 8, 2007, at 11 a.m., at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Twin Mountain, N.H., with Father George Majka officiating. Burial will take place in the spring in St. Margaret's Cemetery, Twin Mountain, N.H., date and time to be announced in the spring.

of Danville passed away early Thursday evening, Jan. 4, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home. She was born in Woodstock, Vt., Jan. 20, 1922, the daughter of Frederick Paul and Harriett Ruth (Mongeau) Beebee. She was proud to have served in the Army WACs. Her husband, Charles Kinerson of Danville, survives her. She is also survived by her extended family, and by her church family. Funeral services will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Saturday at 3 p.m. Friends and family will gather at the funeral home from 2 p.m. to the start of the service. Burial with military honors will be in the springtime at the Danville Green Cemetery.

of St. Johnsbury passed away in Burlington Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007, at the age of 78. Born in Claremont, N.H., on July 14, 1928, Jud grew up in Rutland the son of Perley and Edith (Chellis) Smith. He graduated from Rutland High School in 1945 and from the University of Vermont in 1952. In between he served in the Army during the post-war occupation of Japan. Jud was general manager at Vinton Motors. He later went to Crosstown Motors where he was sales manager. Upon retiring, he and Bobbi together collected and sold fine antiques. Many remember their Victorian home on Summer Street where they raised their boys, Bradley and Mark, and the beautiful "dream" home they built out on what is now know as the Sylvain Road. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Priscilla "Bobbi" (Hale) Smith now living in Williston (202 Eagle Crest, 05495); son Bradley H. Smith and his wife Brooke Stahle of Colchester (56 Stone Dr. 05446). Younger son Mark passed away May 18, 2005. Mark's wife Leslie now lives in Winooski. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Leigh Marie Smith of Shelburne, Shelby Lynn Smith of Hyde Park, and Rye Stahle-Smith of Colchester; Tara Rae Smith of Hyde Park, Tyler George Smith of St. Johnsbury, and Tanner Sumner Smith of Winooski. Besides his parents, his brother Russell C. Smith of Rutland predeceased him. A simple service of remembrance will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007, at 2 p.m. The Rev. Bonnie Haase will officiate. Memorial contributions could be directed to either: Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury VT 05819; or to Chittenden Home Health, 1110 Prim Rd., Colchester VT 05446.

of St. Johnsbury passed away in Burlington Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007, at the age of 78. Born in Claremont, N.H., on July 14, 1928, Jud grew up in Rutland the son of Perley and Edith (Chellis) Smith. He graduated from Rutland High School in 1945 and from the University of Vermont in 1952. In between he served in the Army during the post-war occupation of Japan. Jud was general manager at Vinton Motors. He later went to Crosstown Motors where he was sales manager. Upon retiring, he and Bobbi together collected and sold fine antiques. Many remember their Victorian home on Summer Street where they raised their boys, Bradley and Mark, and the beautiful "dream" home they built out on what is now know as the Sylvain Road. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Priscilla "Bobbi" (Hale) Smith now living in Williston (202 Eagle Crest, 05495); son Bradley H. Smith and his wife Brooke Stahle of Colchester (56 Stone Dr. 05446). Younger son Mark passed away May 18, 2005. Mark's wife Leslie now lives in Winooski. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Leigh Marie Smith of Shelburne, Shelby Lynn Smith of Hyde Park, and Rye Stahle-Smith of Colchester; Tara Rae Smith of Hyde Park, Tyler George Smith of St. Johnsbury, and Tanner Sumner Smith of Winooski. Besides his parents, his brother Russell C. Smith of Rutland predeceased him. A simple service of remembrance will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007, at 2 p.m. The Rev. Bonnie Haase will officiate. Memorial contributions could be directed to either: Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury VT 05819; or to Chittenden Home Health, 1110 Prim Rd., Colchester VT 05446.

, 49, of Guildhall, died Friday, Jan. 5, 2007, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, N.H., as the result of a work-related injury. Mr. Brown was born in St. Johnsbury, Vt., on May 7, 1957, the son of Sherwood and Vivian (Hodgdon) Brown. Gary was a family man, whose greatest pleasure was spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and his two dogs, Rudy and Kallie. He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and four-wheeling. Family members include his parents of Granby, Vt.; his wife of 30 years, Tammy Brown of Guildhall; two children, Stacey Valdez and her husband Daniel of Lancaster, N.H., and Gary Brown and his wife Patty of Guildhall; six grandchildren, Daniel, Spencer, Parker and Justin Valdez, and Cassady and Nathaniel Brown; three brothers, Robert Brown and his wife Laurie of Rumford, Maine, Gene Brown, and Jeff Brown and his wife Dorene all of Granby; a sister, Cindy Bilodeau and her husband Leonard, also of Granby; and several nieces and nephews. At Gary's request there are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m., at the Guildhall Community Church. The Rev. Gerry Piper will officiate. Burial will follow in Ridgwell Cemetery, Guildhall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Riverside Animal Rescue, 236 Riverside Ave., Lunenburg, VT 05906

, 22, of Danville, died early Friday morning, Jan. 5, 2007, in St. Johnsbury. He was born Dec. 24, 1984, in Lampasas, Texas, the son of Richard Larrabee Jr. and Ramona Hamilton. Virgel was raised in Texas and came to Vermont in the spring of 2004 where he began a career as a horse farrier with Mike Sandvil at Crow Hill Stables in Danville. He loved working with animals, riding his motorcycle, working with Mike Sandvil, and living in the Northeast Kingdom. Spending time with his little sister Ashley brought him much pleasure. Having fun fishing and playing games with his father and sister, as well as creating his Horseshoe Art for his sister, was very important to him. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Survivors include his father, Richard "Rocky" Larrabee Jr. of North Danville and his girlfriend Jennifer "JJ" Holloway of St. Johnsbury; his mother, Ramona Green and family of Texas; his Grammy and Papa, Terri and Dick Larrabee of Danville; his sister, Ashley Larrabee of St. Johnsbury; three brothers, Jeffrey and Travis Gilseth of Texas, and Brandon Larrabee and his fiancée Jackie of Lyndonville; his uncle, Martin Larrabee and his wife Micki and family of Danville; his aunt, Lisa Favaloro and her husband Eric and family of Waterbury; many great-aunts, uncles, cousins; and his close friend, Mike Sandvil. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 2 p.m., at Sayles Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Powers officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Virgel's memory may be directed to Northeast Kingdom Youth Services, 24 Bagley St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 74, of Barnet, died at his home on Jan. 7, 2007. He was born in Barnet on Sept. 7, 1932, the son of Selby V. and Gladys (Clark) Bogie. A self-employed dairy farmer, Mr. Bogie lived his entire life at his birthplace on the farm. He enjoyed gardening, pitching horseshoes and hunting. He was predeceased by three brothers, Lindy, Gordon and Carlot Bogie. He is survived by a son, Jason LeClair of St. Johnsbury; a brother, Calvin Bogie; and a sister, Edythe Bauman, both of Barnet; two grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held in McIndoe Falls Cemetery on May 29, 2007, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. John Sanderson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caledonia Home Health, Sherman Drive, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 87, formerly of Greensboro, died Sunday, Jan. 7, 2007, at the Haven Health Care Center in St. Albans. She was born May 2, 1919, in Hardwick, the daughter of the late Walter F. and Blanche (Marsh) Field. She graduated from Hardwick Academy, and Johnson Normal School with a degree in education. Beulah later received a master's degree at the University of Connecticut. In her earlier years, she was a school teacher. She later worked for the Department of Social Welfare in St. Johnsbury. In the late 1950s, she moved to Springfield where she was head of the Department of Social Welfare in the Springfield area. She retired in the early 1960s to care for her elderly mother. Ms. Field attended church services at the East Hardwick Congregational Church, which was very special to her. She was a member of the East Hardwick Grange. She enjoyed keeping in contact with her friends and classmates from Johnson Normal School and the time that she spent in Greensboro with family and friends. Playing cards was a favorite pastime. Beulah will be remembered as a very caring, considerate, loving person who was always willing to help everyone. Survivors include 10 nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Sedric Field; and three sisters, Pearl Kendall, Irene Dollins and Vivian Allen. A memorial service honoring her life will be held Friday, Jan. 12, 2007, at 11 a.m., at the East Hardwick Congregational Church with the Rev. Paul Chandler officiating. Spring burial will be in the family lot in the Sanborn Cemetery in East Hardwick.

, of St. Johnsbury, formerly of Barnet, died peacefully Tuesday morning, Jan. 9, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital at the age of 88. She was born in St. Johnsbury on Oct. 5, 1919, one of three children born to O. Dean and Jennie (Cassidy) Hale. A 1937 graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy, she graduated from Brightlook Nursing School. She considered her nursing work at Maxwell Field AFB in Alabama during World War II to be one of the high points of her life. Eleanor did a lot of private duty care for area families, many with whom she struck a lifelong friendship. She also was a registered nurse at Brightlook Hospital. For the past year and a half, Marcelle and Roaul Houde made Eleanor part of their family and provided her with wonderful care. For this her family will always be deeply grateful. She was predeceased by two husbands, Fred G. Connor in 1972, and Ralph Roy in 1985. She is survived by two daughters, JoAnn Connor and Tony Albano and her son Josh Medlock of San Marcos, Texas (125 W. Holland Road, 78666), and Debra Connor and her husband Ross Brown of Pflugerville, Texas, and her son Brian Kremer; her brother, John Hale and his wife Jeannene of Barnet; her sister-in-law, Jeanne Hale of St. Johnsbury; and five nephews. Her brother, Richard Hale, passed away this past April 19. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, Jan 11, at 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will be at a later date beside her husband Fred at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial contributions may be directed to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 88, of Hardwick, died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2007, at the Greensboro Nursing Home in Greensboro. Born in Roxton Pond, Quebec, Canada, Aug. 31, 1918, she was the daughter of Ephraim and Clarinda (Larose) Bernier. She married Raymond Picard April 18, 1944. In 1950, the family moved to the U.S., settling in Richford until 1959 when they moved to Hardwick. Marguerite was a communicant of St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick, she was also Grand Regent of the Catholic Daughters for several years. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, camping and being with her family. Survivors include her five children and their families, Francine Choiniere (James) and their three children, Danielle Aldrich, and Nathan and Justin Choiniere; Jocelyne del Valle and Kiley del Valle; Louise O'Brien (Joseph) their three children, Colleen, Cary and Megan O'Brien; Michael Picard (Patricia) their two children, Leigh Metcalf and Mark Picard; Yvon Picard (Denise) and their daughter Paige Picard. Also surviving are five great-grandchildren, Carter, Bryce Aldrich and Abby Metcalf, and Noah and Brooke Choiniere. Marguerite was predeceased by her husband, Raymond, in 1993; a brother, Marcel, also in 1993; as well as a sister, Madiline; a brother, Pierre Andre; three sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Sunday, from 2-4 p.m., at the des Groseilliers Funeral Home, Church Street, Hardwick. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m., at St. Norbert's Church, Hardwick. Spring interment will be in Fairview Cemetery Hardwick. Contributions in Marguerite's memory may be made to the Greensboro Nursing Home Greensboro, VT 05841.

, formerly of Lyndonville, died Tuesday evening, Jan. 9, 2007, at the Marlborough Health Care Center in Marlborough, Conn., at the age of 92. She was born Feb. 23, 1914, in St. Johnsbury, the last surviving child of the late Cassius and Ethel (Howe) Mosher. On April 18, 1936, she married Harold Niles. Charlotte and Harold raised their family and worked in Connecticut for 30 years, moving back to Vermont in 1971. She was an active member of the Sheffield Federated Church, serving as the financial secretary for 15 years and was the organist for more than 25 years. Known by many, Charlotte played the organ and piano for area dances, churches, weddings and funerals. She played for the Caledonia County Fair for 16 years, the Orleans County Fair for 20 years, horse shows in Lancaster for eight years, and even played at a large cattle action at the Don-Sim Farm in Sutton in the late 1980s. Everyone who knew her loved her for the kind, loving and gentle-in-nature person that she was. She will be greatly missed by many. Survivors include her daughter, Carol Ann Scionti of East Hampton, Conn. (200 White Birch Rd., 06424); two sons, Allan and Robert Niles, both of Willimantic, Conn.; five grandchildren, Brenda, Laura, David, Robert and April; six great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Beverly Mosher of Marlborough, Conn.; and nieces, nephews and many good friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold D. Niles, in 1999; seven brothers, Herbert, Wilbur, and Luman Beer, James, Francis, and Ray Mosher, and an infant brother; and her sister, Beatrice Anthony. Funeral services will be this Saturday, Jan. 13, at 11 a.m., at the Sheffield Federated Church in Sheffield, with the Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Spring burial will be in William-Dexter Cemetery in Sheffield. Friends are invited to meet with the family this Friday evening from 6-8 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Charlotte's memory may be directed to the Sheffield Federated Church, P.O. Box 152, Sheffield, VT 05866.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2007, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center at the age of 102. She was born in Stockport, Cheshire, England on Dec. 26, 1904, the daughter of William and Charlotte Frances (Maggs) Watson. Mrs. Brindley came to Island Pond in 1968 and to St. Johnsbury in the early 1970s. She lived at the Green Lantern Trailer Park, the Brightlook Apartments, an apartment on Summer Street where Dr. Ajamie later established his practice, and finally at her Lafayette Street apartment. She entered St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center in 1999. A member of the Church of England, she became a member of the Episcopal Church when she came to America. In Moodus, Conn., she sang in the choir. She liked to knit and crochet and was an avid reader. She was a member of the Grange, King's Daughters, the Amaranth, and the Eastern Star. She maintained her membership in the Eastern Star both in Connecticut and Island Pond. Survivors include two daughters, Elaine S. Roberts of Ellsworth, Maine, and Diane J. Brindley of St. Johnsbury, Vt. (576 Summer St. 05819); three grandchildren, Trent Pettison II, Cyril Roberts, and Schelle Roberts; five great-grandchildren, Trent Pettison III, Gage Roberts-Watson, Sydney Roberts-Watson, Diane Roberts, and Vivianne Walczak; and two nieces, Barbara Rustage and Vivienne Clarke. There will be no services here. The family is planning to have a family graveside service later this spring in Moodus, Conn. Memorial contributions, marked for "Employee Activity Fund," could be directed to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 83, of Whitefield, N.H., passed away on Friday, Jan. 12, 2007, at Littleton Regional Hospital. Gerarda was born on Sept. 26, 1923, a daughter to Donald and Louise M. (Fountain) Pilotte in Gilman, Vt. Gerarda and her husband, Wayne, owned and operated Littleton Gas Company for many years. Surviving family members include her husband, Wayne Shosa of Whitefield, N.H.; three sons, Dale W. Shosa of San Miguel D'Allande, Mexico, Donald L. Shosa of Littleton, N.H., Peter P. Shosa of Mt. Vernon, Washington; one daughter, Jayne S. Wynters of Bloomsburg, Pa.; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. One son and one brother predeceased her. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Marcel Martel as celebrant. Burial will be in the St. Rose Cemetery.

, 31, of Derby, died suddenly Jan. 12, 2007, at his home. He was born on April 10, 1975, in Newport, the beloved son of Elfrieda Brown and the late Jerry Lawson. Jeffrey was currently employed as a courier for the Community National Bank of Derby. He was a member of the Fraternity Order of the Eagles of Newport and he was an avid hunter, horseman and snowmobiler. He had great love for his children and his family. Jeffrey always had a twinkle in his eyes. He is survived by his four daughters, Brittney, Courtney, Kieley, and Harlee Lawson; his mother, Elfrieda (Effie) Brown of Derby; his sister, Jennifer Larrabee and her husband Curtis of Danville; his maternal grandmother Margaret Brown of Derby; his step brother Adam Kipp of Newport Center; step sister Amy Kipp of Newport; his special friend Chrissy Lurch; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Jerry Lawson. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday Jan. 16, 2007, at the Newport United Church with the Rev. Joy Toll-Chandler officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Jeffrey Lawson Memorial Fund for his four daughters, in care of the Community National Bank, P.O. Box 259, Derby, VT 05829.

, 70, of Littleton, N.H., passed away at her home on Mann's Hill Road on Jan. 12, 2007. Huguette was born on Sept. 8, 1936, a daughter to Harve and Yvonne (Fillion) Bilodeau in Ryeland, Ontario, Canada. Huguette owned and operated J.W. Chipping Company with her husband Douglas for over 20 years. She was an avid shopper and was well-known for her immaculate tendencies which were very apparent both in and around her home. She loved to spend time with and spoil her grandchildren. Huguette is survived by her three sons, Guy Ranno of Littleton, N.H., Rene and Beth Ranno of Lisbon, N.H., and Douglas "Chick" and Amy Ingerson Jr. of Bethlehem, N.H.; her daughter, Angel and Ed Carbonneau of Lisbon, N.H.; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Theresa Gelinas of Sarasota, Fla., and Shirley Crawford of Littleton, N.H. Her husband, Douglas Ingerson Sr., predeceased her in 1994, as well as one brother and two sisters. A private graveside service will be held in the Northumberland Cemetery with the Rev. Ernest Wilkins officiating. Donations may be made in her memory to the North Country Pain Clinic, 262 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, 89, of Danville, died Jan. 16, 2007, at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center. He was born Sept. 21, 1917, in Peacham, Vt., the son of the late Philip Kinerson and Minnie (Welch) Kinerson. He was married to Louise M. Stoddard. Mr. Kinerson was a volunteer firefighter for the town of Danville, and a past president of the Danville Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the Danville Congregational Church, the Knights of Phythias, the Washburn Lodge No. 92 of Danville, Vt., and a 32nd degree Mason. He was also a member of Diamond Chapter No. 14, O.E.S. for which he served many years as a worthy patron. He served as District Deputy of Masons and Eastern Star. She is survived by two daughters, Carol A. Scribner and her spouse George of Barre, Vt., and Elizabeth K. Geddes and her spouse David of Strafford, N.H.; three sons, Russell S. Kinerson and his spouse Ms. Michele Zenon of Waldorf, Md., Donald J. Kinerson and his spouse Nancy of Cleveland, Tenn., and Theodore Kinerson of Montpelier, Vt.; grandchildren, Stephen Kinerson and his spouse Sherry of Old Town, Maine, Gregory Kinerson and his spouse Holly of Orono, Maine, Arthur Kinerson and his spouse Kim of Proctorville, Ohio, Patricia Hanlon and her spouse Brian of Conover, N.C., Robert Kinerson and his spouse Tiffany of Spokane, Wash., George Scribner and his spouse Julie of East Wallingford, Vt., Angela Kiniry and her spouse Daniel of Barre, Vt., Sara Kinerson of Johnson, Vt., Michael Kinerson of Montpelier, Vt., Adam Geddes of Strafford, N.H.; great-grandchildren, Ethan Kinerson, Brandon Kinerson, Aaron Kinerson, Joseph Kinerson, Matthew Kinerson, Daniel Kiniry, Thomas Ryan and Christopher Ryan. He was also survived by one sister, Mary Jo Quimby and her spouse James of Cleveland, Tenn.; two brothers, David Kinerson and his spouse Sheila of Orlando, Fla., and Willis Kinerson of Nantucket, Mass.; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Kinerson was predeceased by his wife, Louise, on Sept. 28, 2006; and two brothers, P. Clifton and James Kinerson. A graveside memorial service for Russell and Louise Kinerson will be held in the spring at Peacham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Danville Congregational Church, P.O. Box 161, Danville, VT 05828; or to Danville Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 255, Danville, VT 05828.

passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2007. She was born on June 9, 1948, to Ruie Holmes Dubois and Louis Dubois in Montpelier, Vt. She grew up in Montpelier, graduating from St. Michael's High School in June 1966. She earned an associate's degree from the Community College of Vermont, bachelor's degree from Johnson State College and a master's degree from Springfield College, Springfield, Mass. Survivors are her daughter, Ann-Marie Reed of St. Johnsbury; her sister, Louise (Dubois) Blodgett and her husband Floyd of Berlin, Vt.; and many nieces and nephews. Veronica married Lenard H. Reed July 1, 1967, in St. Augustine's Church in Montpelier, Vt. They resided in St. Johnsbury and Sutton, Vt., for many years. They divorced and Lenard passed away Nov. 17, 2002. Veronica was a former member of Capitol City Grange, American Legion Post 10 Auxiliary, Vermont Department of the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War, as well as the auxiliary of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. She loved cooking, dancing, country music, playing cards, making maple syrup, making Christmas wreaths and most importantly, spending time with her daughter, her sister and family. Her employment included the Community College of Vermont in Lyndonville, the Darling Inn Senior Center of Lyndonville, and most recently as a greeter for the Wal-Mart store of Berlin, Vt. Calling hours will be on Monday, Jan. 15, 2007, from 7-9 p.m., at the Pruneau-Polli Funeral Home in Barre, Vt. Her funeral will be on Tuesday, Jan, 2007, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Monica's Church in Barre. Burial will be in the Berlin Corners Cemetery in May.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2007, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center at the age of 102. Memorial contributions should be marked for the "Resident Activity Fund," not the "Employee Fund" as previously stated. Mail the donations to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, of Wallace Street, East Ryegate, Vt., died Jan. 12, 2007, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. She was born in Concord, N.H., Dec. 27, 1918, the daughter of Joseph and Laura (Wallace) Devins. She graduated from Woodsville High School, Plymouth State and Boston University. She had been a school teacher in Connecticut, California and Long Island; and in Groveton and Bristol, N.H., prior to her retirement. Survivors include two cousins. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on May 18, 2007, at 2 p.m., in the McIndoe Falls, Vt., Village Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.

, 58, Morrisville, passed away Friday, Jan. 19, 2007, at the Manor in Morrisville. She was born in Morrisville on Feb. 14, 1948, the daughter of Russell and Rachel (McArthur) Martin. Having been diagnosed with MS in her early 20s, Pam never allowed the disease to stop or discourage her enthusiasm to lead a fulfilling life. Her strong will and sense of humor gave her the will to continue forward despite her physical limitations. Pam's love for her family motivated her to live every day and enjoy the company of those she cared so much about. Pam was employed as a hair stylist in her earlier years and then served as dispatcher for the Walden Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years until her health finally failed her. She is survived by her father, Russell Martin of Wolcott; two sons, Matthew Greaves and his wife Jennifer and their children Elise and Mallory of Hardwick, and Paul Greaves and his wife Kelly and their children Brenden and Pamela of Walden; her sisters, Susan Harvey and her husband Melvin, Carrie Lambert and her husband Steve, Diane Haly and her husband Mike, and Jennifer Fowler and her husband Craig; her brothers, Ralph Martin and his wife Ruth, Steven Martin and his wife Karen, and Russell R. Martin; and many nieces and nephews. Pam was predeceased by her mother, Rachel. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Wolcott Methodist Church. Visiting hours will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in the White-Fiess Funeral Home, 165 Brooklyn St., Morrisville. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Pam's memory would be appreciated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Vt. Division, 100 Dorset St., Suite 12, South Burlington, VT 05403.

, of St. Johnsbury, passed away Thursday afternoon, Jan. 18, 2007, at the age of 95. She was born in Ithaca, N.Y., on May 13, 1911, the daughter of John and Ruth (Harris) Flood. She was predeceased by her husband, George Brierley Sr., on Oct. 7, 2000; and by her daughter, Patricia Ann Ducker, Aug. 4, 2003. Mrs. Brierley graduated from Nardin Academy in Buffalo, N.Y. in 1929, and Mt. St. Mary's School of Nursing in Niagara Falls. She worked as a pediatric nurse at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Niagara Falls and also at a Lewiston, N.Y. hospital for 30 years. She moved to St. Johnsbury in the mid-1970s, and in recent years, made her home with Mary Ann O'Dell and family at 1117 Concord Ave. She is survived by her son, George Brierley Jr and his wife Shirley of Gulfport, Fla. (5342 6th Place South, 33707); son-in-law, Fred Ducker of St. Johnsbury; grandchildren and their families; and one niece. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, Jan. 20, at 1 p.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will be at a later date at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends are welcome to see the family at Sayles Funeral Home on Saturday from 12 noon-12:45 p.m.

, 89, a Lyndonville resident, passed away, Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. Daughter of the late Llewellyn and Josephine (Pilbin) Parks, she was born Sept. 1, 1917, in Hardwick. Aileen was raised in the Hardwick area and was a 1935 graduate of Hardwick Academy. She married Harold Perry, who predeceased her on June 11, 1950. She then married Milford Moodie, who predeceased her on Nov. 21, 1968. She worked many different jobs including the Hardwick Knitwares, Stanley Home Products Hostess and a housekeeper at the Greensboro Bend Nursing Home. She enjoyed writing in her diary, word search, reading, letter writing to family members, game shows on television and rides with the family. She was an avid Celtics fan, watching every game and knowing all the facts. Aileen is survived by six children and their spouses, Francelia and Nathan Houghton of Lyndonville, Dolly and Andy Fournier of Glover, Becky and Bob Hall of Greensboro Bend, Candy McLeon of Hardwick, Llewellyn and Elaine Perry of Lyndonville, and Armour and Rose Moodie of Stannard; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Sally Winchester, on Nov. 21, 1967; Candy's companion Burt Hodgdon in 2004; two brothers; and a sister. Visiting hours will be Sunday, Jan. 21, from 5-8 p.m., at Pearsons Funeral Home, located at 70 Church St., Lyndonville. A funeral service will be Monday, Jan. 22, at 11 a.m., at the Lyndonville United Methodist Church with the Rev. Barbara A. Dwyer, officiant. Interment will be in the Elmwood Cemetery in Barre. Memorial contributions may be made in Aileen's name to Boys Town, 200 Flanagan Blvd., P.O. Box 6000, Boys Town, NE 68010-9988.

, RN, of 101 Grove St., Littleton, N.H., died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007, at the Lafayette Healthcare Center, Franconia, N.H. She was born in Summerside, PEI, Canada, the daughter of Joseph and Amy Ann (Dempsey) McCullough. She was a graduate of St. Mary's Academy, Summerside Business School and Ottawa General Hospital, Ottawa, Ontario Canada. She was a registered nurse and worked for five years as Nursing Sister with the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II. She worked in New York City for an eye and ear hospital prior to retiring and moving to Littleton. When she moved to Littleton she continued to be semiretired and worked for the Willows, now known as Lafayette Healthcare Center, Franconia, and Littleton Hospital, Littleton. Fausta was well-known for always speaking her mind and she never beat around the bush. She was an avid Red Sox fan and knew the statistics of every player on the team. She never missed watching a game. Most of all Fausta loved her family, especially spending time with her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; and four sisters, Nora, Heloise, Mildred and Mary. She was survived by three nieces and their husbands, Joan and George Santy of Littleton, Mildred and Frank Nugent of Sydney, Nova Scotia, and Donna and Trevor Everill of Marion Bridge, Canada; six nephews, William Hesseltine of Littleton, N.H., Robert and Shirley Hesseltine of Nashua, N.H., Jack and Carmel Coffin, Bill and Carmel Coffin, Donald and Sue Coffin, Bob and Cheryl Coffin, all of Sydney Nova Scotia; and many great nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007, at 1 p.m., at the St. Rose of Lima Church, Littleton, N.H., with Father Marcel Martel officiating. Burial will take place in the spring at St. Rose Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial donations in Fausta's name to the Littleton Public Library, 109 Main St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, 42, of Meredith, N.H., passed away Jan. 16, 2007, at Lakes Region General Hospital in Laconia, N.H., after a lengthy illness. Michael was born in Littleton, N.H., on June 25, 1964, a son to Arthur E. Collins and Jane (MacDonald) Maguire. Michael loved his family very much. He loved to play paintball, snowmobile, go 4-wheeling and spend time with his two daughters, Nicole and Brianna. He also loved his dog, his best friend, Trooper, whom he's had for 10 years. Surviving family members include his beloved daughters, Nicole Collins of Meredith, N.H., and Brianna Collins of Chichester, N.H.; beloved and most caring mother and stepfather, Jane and Russell Maguire of Meredith, N.H.; his father, Arthur E. Collins of Littleton, N.H.; two sisters, Debra Charland and her husband Bruce Charland of Bethlehem, N.H., and Mary Brown and her husband Patrick Brown of Tacoma, Wash.; a brother, Patrick Maguire and his wife Lisa Maguire of Hampton, Va.; nieces, Tara Miller of Tacoma, Wash., Tanya Girard of Littleton, N.H., Krista Girard of Bethlehem, N.H.; and nephews, Robert Girard of Lyme, N.H., Bruce Charland Jr. and his wife Kerrie Charland of Littleton, N.H., Bergen and Garren Maguire of Hampton, Va., and Christopher Brown of Florida; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Pillsbury Funeral Home, 101 Union St., Littleton, N.H. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. with Fr. Marcel Martel as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Michael's Daughters Fund, for Nicole and Brianna. Please send to Debra Charland, 107 Brook Road, Bethlehem, NH 03574.

, 72, formerly of Leighton Hill Road, Wells River, Vt., died Jan. 21, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home, in North Haverhill, N.H. She was born in Oyster Bay, N.Y., Oct. 18, 1934, the daughter of William and Evelyn (Disbroe) Treadwell. Janet married James Merle Wagner on Aug. 19, 1951. She worked as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone on Long Island, N.Y., and also worked for Suffolk County Board of Elections. They moved to Wells River in 1986 from Long Island. Survivors include her husband of 55 years, James M. Wagner, of Wells River; a daughter, Janice L. Fishchburg of Brooklyn, N.Y.; two sons, James F. Wagner of East Northport, N.Y., and Craig L. Wagner of Flanders, N.Y.; a sister, Alice of Arizona; a brother, William Treadwell; six grandchildren; and four great-grandsons. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 6:30-8 p.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m., in the funeral home with Pastor George Hemway, of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, North Haverhill, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Vermont and New Hampshire Chapter, 10 Ferry St., Suite 427B, Concord, NH 03301-5004.

, 101, of Landaff, N.H., passed away at her home Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007. Viola was born in Eden, Vt., a daughter to David and Bertha (Davis) Adams, on Jan. 14, 1906. Viola was employed by the Johnson Woolen Mills in Johnson, Vt., for many years and later retired from Plywood Furniture in Lisbon, N.H., in 1971. Surviving family members include a daughter, Thelma Rasicot of Landaff, N.H.; a son, Ernest Patch of Lisbon, N.H.; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren, as well as her companion, Rusty. She will be sadly missed by all. Her husband, Clarence Patch, predeceased her in 1965. Four sisters; two brothers; one son, Junior; and a grandson, Charles, also predeceased her. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Grove Hill Cemetery in the spring.

, 88, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., died at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center in St. Johnsbury on Jan. 21, 2007. She was born in Groton, Vt., on Sept. 17, 1918, the daughter of Delvan and Eliza S. (Annis) Page. Shirley attended Groton High School, and then graduated from both Margaret's School of Beauty in Concord, N.H., and the Harper-Method School in Rochester, N.H., before owning her own beauty shop in Chester, Vt., for many years. Shirley was a member of the Church of Christ in Springfield, Vt., New Port Richey, Fla., and in South Burlington, Vt. She lived in South Ryegate and Bradford before moving to Chester in 1960. She stayed in Chester until the mid-1970s when she moved to Florida. She returned to Vermont in the late 1990s. She enjoyed the time spent with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She loved to cook, watch animals, and was always a devoted church member. She was predeceased by her husbands, William I. Grapes and John M. Preston; a daughter, Florence Thurston; and a sister, Margaret Murray. She is survived by her loving children, Elizabeth I. Wood and her husband Charlie of Washington, Okla., Kathleen G. Crucitti and her husband David of Danville, Vt., and Winifred I. Loughman of Agawam, Mass.; a sister, Phyllis Streeter and her husband Ralph of East Ryegate, Vt.; a sister-in-law, Florence O'Connor of Bristol, Vt.; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2007, at 11 a.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. David Rivore, from the South Burlington Church of Christ officiating. Burial will be on June 2, 2007, at 12 p.m., in Pinehurst Cemetery in South Ryegate, Vt. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contribution be made to the American Cancer Society, Northern New England Region, Route 101 Unit 8, Bedford, NH 03110.

, of St. Johnsbury, passed away Saturday evening, Jan. 20, 2007. She was born Jan. 17, 1906, in Lisbon, N.H., and was the daughter of Edward and Annie Gates. Mrs. Heyer had resided at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehabilitation Center since 1997, having previously resided at The Colonial Apartments. Her husband Albert was a longtime employee at Fairbanks. He predeceased Ruth in May 1968. The Heyers, each hearing impaired, made their home on Cliff Street on the corner of Underclyffe Road. She was a member of the North Congregational Church. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at 2 p.m., at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery with her pastor, the Rev. Jay Sprout, officiating. Memorial contributions may be directed to the North Congregational Church, 1325 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 62, passed away peacefully Monday morning, Jan. 22, 2007, at his St. Johnsbury home with his family at his side. Born in Lincoln, Maine, Aug. 30, 1944, his parents were the late George and Arline (Frye) Pond. He served his country in Vietnam as a marine. A truck driver by trade, he operated Pond's Taxi in the early 1980s. David was appreciative of his heart transplant, which enabled him to have an extra 15 good years. He loved to visit family in Maine and Connecticut. He is survived by his wife, Cathy (Merchant) Pond (P.O. Box 191, St. Johnsbury Center, VT 05863); seven children, Brian White of Littleton, N.H., Timothy Pond of Montpelier, Tina Smith of North Concord, Christopher Merchant of McIndoe Falls, Nicholas Merchant of St. Johnsbury, Joshua Merchant of St. Johnsbury, and Daniel Merchant of St. Johnsbury; one brother, Faye Pond of Windham Maine; two sisters, Betty Sibley of Burlington, Maine, and Glenna Barry of East Windsor, Conn.; nieces and nephews; his mother-in-law, Catherine Merchant of Waterford; a brother-in-law, William Merchant of Concord; three sisters-in-law, Paula O'Neal of Lunenburg, Rita Florio of St. Johnsbury, and Jennie Mathews of Sheffield; and one special nephew, Toby Merchant of Concord. He was predeceased by a brother, Leonard; and by two sisters, Beatrice and Mavis. Funeral services will be held at Sayles Funeral Home this Saturday at 11 a.m. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends and family are asked to consider a memorial contribution to Caledonia Home Health, P.O. Box 383, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 89, a Lyndonville resident, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. In addition to the many family members that survive her, she had 35 grandchildren and 52 great-grandchildren, of which she knew each of their names and dates of birth.

, 89, of North Haverhill, N.H., formerly of Bethlehem and Lisbon, N.H., died Jan. 23, 2007, at the Grafton County Nursing Home. He was born in Haverhill Jan. 13, 1918, the son of Olin and Persis (Dearth) Brooks Sr. He married Elizabeth L. Mardin in February 1938. Doug was a truck driver for First National Stores, North Haverhill. He was also employed with New England Wire in Lisbon, N.H., and in his spare time, a Christmas tree dealer for many years. He was a member of the Mooselauke Grange of East Haverhill and White Mountain Grange of Littleton, and was also a member of the Lisbon Senior Citizens. He formerly attended the Sugar Hill Community Church. He was a former North Haverhill Fair director and president and member of the North Haverhill Fire Department. Doug enjoyed his camp in Pittsburg, N.H., and fishing. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth L. Brooks, on July 14, 1992; a son, Wayne "Chip" Brooks on Sept. 29, 2005; a sister, Persis "Snick" Moses; and two brothers, Olin Brooks Jr. and Austin Brooks. Survivors include two daughters, Nancy Fournier of Monroe, N.H., and Carol Sibley of Lisbon, N.H.; a son, Russell Brooks of Lisbon; a sister, Mary Hutchins of Haverhill; two brothers, Frank Brooks of Lisbon, and Victor Brooks of Pike, N.H.; 13 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be no calling hours. The funeral service will be on Friday, Jan. 26, 2007, at 1 p.m., at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Vadia Boudreau officiating. Burial will be in the spring at the Pine Grove Cemetery, Woodsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John Wayne Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1779, Newport Beach, CA 92659-0139.

, 27, of Haverhill, N.H., died Jan. 23, 2007, from injuries she sustained in a car accident on Jan. 9, 2007, surrounded by her family. She was born in Lawrence, Mass., Sept. 14, 1979, the daughter of Ronald J. and Delcia (Newman) Vinnacombe Jr. She was a graduate of Woodsville High School, Class of 1998. Chrissy was a cook at the P & H Truck Stop in Wells River, Vt. Chrissy was a dedicated mother to her two boys. She enjoyed camping, spending time at the beach and life itself. Most of her time centered around family life. She was predeceased by her unborn daughter, Taylor Rose Ellison, on Jan. 9, 2007, from injuries sustained in the accident. Survivors include her husband, David Ellison of Haverhill; two sons, Ricky J. and Joshua A. Vinnacombe of Haverhill; her parents, Ron and Delcia Vinnacombe Jr. of Haverhill, N.H.; paternal grandparents, Ron and Anna-Marie Vinnacombe Sr. of Deerfield, N.H.; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Calling hours will be Friday, Jan. 26, from 6-8 p.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A Mass of Christian burial will be on Saturday, Jan, 27, at 2:30 p.m., at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 15 Pine St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Daniel J. Sinibaldi officiating. It is preferred by the family that contributions be made to the Christina Vinnacombe-Ellison Family Relief Fund, in care of Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, 5 Forest St., Woodsville, NH, 03785, Attn: Lisa Simonds. Burial will take place in the spring at the Ladd Street Cemetery, Haverhill, N.H.

, 89 of Creek Farm Road, Colchester, died peacefully Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2007, in Birchwood Terrace Healthcare in Burlington. Anne was born June 26, 1917, in St. Johnsbury, the daughter of the late Harry and Katherine Shaw Clifford. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy with the Class of 1937. On Oct. 6, 1942, she married Milton F. Knapp in St. Johnsbury Center. She was employed for several years at various automotive dealerships in the St. Johnsbury area and was a lifelong member of the Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury Center. An avid and enthusiastic square dancer, Anna also loved attending garage sales and enjoyed bartering for deals. She is survived by her husband of over 64 years, Milton Knapp Sr. of Colchester; and their children, Rick Knapp and his fianc? Leona of Colchester, and Stephen Knapp and his wife Pamela of Columbus, Ohio; her brother-in-law, Robert A. Knapp and his wife Jackie of Colchester; two nieces, Doris Fortier and her husband Maurice of Barre, and Marie Perrigo of Barre; and her nephew, Drussel Coffin Jr and his wife Polly of Caribou, Maine. Besides being predeceased by her parents, she was predeceased by her stepfather, Harley C. Roberts; her three sisters and their husbands, Lois and Perley Patterson, Marjorie and Drussell Coffin, and Doris and Murph Desrochers; and her nephew, Harry Perrigo. Special thanks are extended to Birchwood Terrace A wing for the kind and compassionate care extended to Anne and her family during her stay with them. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Jan. 26, 2007, at 2 p.m., in the Minor Funeral Home with the Rev. Jeffrey Cornwell officiating. Burial will be held in the St. Johnsbury Cemetery later in the spring. In memory of the "Mother to the Shriners of Burlington Cellarsavers," it is requested that contributions be made to the Shriner's "100 Million Dollar Club," in care of Charles T. Baker, 51 Washington St., Rutland, VT 05701.

, CND, known in religion as Sr. St. Virginia, died at Lourdes Health Care Center in Wilton, Conn., on Jan. 24, 2007, at the age of 106. Sr. Laure Racicot's life spanned the entire 20th century and moved into the 21st century. She was born on June 12, 1900 in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to the late Virginia (Guimond) and Jacques Pierre Racicot. As a child, she attended Mount St. Joseph Academy in St. Johnsbury, Vt. Sr. Laure pronounced her first vows as a sister of the Congregation de Notre Dame in Montreal, Canada, on Aug. 17, 1923. She served as a well-loved teacher in elementary schools in Canada; Chicago; Illinois; Lewiston, ME; and New Haven, Conn. She continued her ministry as principal of St. Anthony School in Providence, R.I., and later as principal of Maternity BVM School in Bourbonnais, Ill. In 1965, Sr. Laure took up a new ministry as bursar at St. Thomas the Apostle Convent in East Norwalk, Conn. In 1989, Sr. Laure retired to the Congregation of Notre Dame residence in Ridgefield, Conn., and moved to Lourdes Health Care Center in Wilton, Conn. in 2003, where she resided until her death. Sr. Laure is survived by her sister, Marie Claire Nolin; and many nieces and nephews. She is mourned by her lifelong friends in the Congregation of Notre Dame and by the many whose lives she touched throughout her life. Friends may call at Villa Notre Dame in Wilton, Conn., on Friday, from 2-7 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., at Villa Notre Dame, Wilton, Conn., on Saturday, Jan. 27.

, age 90, a Lyndonville resident, passed away Thursday, Jan. 25, 2007, at his residence following a lengthy illness. The son of the late Guy and Lillian (Bassett) Campbell, he was born Jan. 6, 1917, in Morrisville. He was a 1933 graduate of Johnson Peoples Academy, and he married Kathleen Gibson in 1940. He served in the U.S. Navy CB's during World War II from 1943-1946. In 1949 he served in the Army National Guard and was an instructor at Camp Pickett during the Korean Conflict, retiring in 1972. He served as first sergeant of the local National Guard for many years. Bob worked as a heating contractor for 32 years. He is survived by his three children and their spouses, Richard and Gat Campbell, their children Frances Matthews and her family, Robert Campbell, all of Fayetteville, N.C., Roberta and Steven Tanner of Lyndonville, their children, MM3 Eric MacInnis of Everett, Wash., Samantha MacInnis of Brighton, Mass., and Shawn MacInnis of Lyndonville; additional grandchildren, Pamela Moyles and Angela Moyles, both of Wheatridge, Colo.; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews in Vermont. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Kathleen, in 1980; and a daughter, Karleen Campbell, in 2005. Visiting hours will be at the Pearsons Funeral Home Chapel, Monday, Jan. 29, from 2 till 5 p.m., with a funeral service beginning at 4 p.m. officiated by his son-in-law, Steve Tanner. Interment will be in the spring at the Lyndon Center Cemetery.

, age 91, a longtime St. Johnsbury resident, passed away Sunday, Jan. 14, 2007, at her son's home in Lake Dallas, Texas. She was born in Barnet on Aug. 10, 1915, daughter of the late John and Theresa (Beck) Albiser. She married Donald Player, who predeceased her in 1995. Among survivors is a son, Robert Player of Lake Dallas, Texas. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, May 25, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Interment will then follow in Lyndon Center Cemetery. A complete notice will run in May.

, 76, of Lyndonville, died Friday afternoon, Jan. 26, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Friends may meet with the family Monday evening from 6-8 at the funeral home. A complete notice will appear in Monday's edition of this paper.

, 80, of River Road, South Lunenburg, died at his home Saturday morning, Jan. 27, 2007. Mr. Goodwin was born in Dalton, N.H., on Nov. 10, 1926, the son of Roy L. Goodwin Sr. and Annie (Stone) Goodwin. Roy was raised in the Dalton and Gilman area. During World War II he served with the U.S. Navy. He attended and later taught at the St. Johnsbury Trade School. He worked for the Gilman Paper Company for many years and also Fairbanks Scales in St. Johnsbury. For a time he resided in Concord, N.H., where he was employed at the New Hampshire State Prison for 12 years. In 1980 he returned to Lunenburg. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family members include his wife, Bertha (Brown) Goodwin of South Lunenburg; five daughters, Cheryl Lucier and her fiancée Peter Krauss of Mims, Fla., Darlene Egan and special friend Stephen Burt of South Lunenburg, Brenda Tewksbury and fiancée Kevin Mackay of Lyndonville, Robin Monahan and her husband Norman of Gilman, and Hope Yeargle and her husband Michael of Littleton; a sister, Roberta Baird of Virginia; a sister-in-law, Helen Goodwin of St. Johnsbury; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Clyde Goodwin and Oral Goodwin. He was a member of the John W. Weeks VFW Post, Lancaster. At Roy's request there are no visiting hours. A service will be held in the spring and announced at that time. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Weeks Medical Center, Middle Street, Lancaster, NH 03584.

, 90, of Lisbon, N.H., passed away Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007, at the Lafayette Center in Franconia, N.H. Doug was born June 5, 1916, the second son to Nathan and Beatrice (Hurd) McKown at 62 School St. in Lisbon, N.H. As a young lad, Doug ran errands, picked berries, dug dandelion greens, and did most any odd job he could do to earn money during the depression. He later worked in Chamberlain's Meat Market as well as the First National Stores in Lisbon, N.H., and Wells River and Norwich, Vt., and became manager of the First National Store in Hanover, N.H. Doug enlisted in the U.S. Army on Feb. 16, 1943, completed basic training and transferred to the 10th Mountain Division in Colorado, after which he was sent to northern Italy where he served as a medic. He was mustered out of the service on Nov. 25, 1945 as a staff sergeant. Doug returned to Lisbon and was employed at Parker and Young's prior to applying to the U.S. Post Office, where he was employed as the village postal carrier. He and his wife, Ruth, resided in the same house on School Street in which he was born. He was a member of the Congregational Church, Masonic Lodge, and the VFW Howard Shawney Post 816. Doug was an avid golfer, played tennis, and was short stop for the village baseball team. At the age of 80, he and a friend climbed Cannon Mountain. Doug is survived by his wife, Ruth McKown of Lisbon, N.H.; a son, David McKown of Pittsfield, Mass.; two stepsons, Richard Robinson and James Robinson; two sisters, Nathalie Murray and Jocelyn Jamieson; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of Doug's life will be held later in the spring.

, 76, of Lyndonville, died Friday afternoon, Jan. 26, 2007, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. He was born Nov. 1, 1930, in Cabot, son of the late Murdo A. and Marion (Morrison) Smith. He attended schools in Cabot and Walden. In 1952 he entered the U.S. Army, serving as a helicopter medic in Korea. Following his discharge he worked for Security Fence and Three Brothers Garage, both in Lyndonville. In 1965, Sonny began a career with the Vermont Department of Transportation as a truck driver and mechanic for District 7. After his retirement in 1995, he enjoyed camping and watching his grandsons play hockey and auto race in Groveton, N.H. Most of all, Sonny loved being with his family. Sonny was a member of the Moose Club 1779 of St. Johnsbury; the VFW Post 10038 of Lyndonville; and the American Legion Post 30, of Lyndon. Survivors include his wife, whom he married Aug. 1, 1959, Irene (Locklin) Smith of Lyndonville; three daughters, Shari and Lynwood Grant of Lyndonville, Cindy and Jeff Hall of West Burke, and Linda Leach of St. Johnsbury; a son, Michael and Brenda Smith of St. Johnsbury; six grandchildren, Heather and Troy Hulbert, Shawna and Todd Whitcomb, Shyanne and Curtis Farnsworth, Jessica Smith, Michael Smith, and Cody Smith; four great-grandchildren, Taylor Farnsworth, Kadienne Whitcomb, and Curtis and Bradley Hulbert; a brother, Gerald and Dee Smith of Stratford, Conn.; two sisters, Joyce Drummond, and Virginia and Thomas Buck of Lyndonville; a brother-in-law, Duane and Sandra Locklin; three sisters-in-law, Alice Bean, Carolann Bowles, and Anita and Dale Zentz; nieces; nephews; and many great friends. Sonny was predeceased by his son, David Roy Smith, in 2000; two grandsons, Jeremy J. Grant and Colin Tyler Smith; a brother, Fred Smith; his mother- and father-in-law, Virginia and Leo Locklin; three brothers-in-law, Carroll Bean Sr., Thomas Garrity, and Paul Petty; two sisters-in-law, Betty Smith, and Elaine Petty; a niece, Sylvia Morgan; and 10 half brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m., at the Guibord Funeral Home with the Rev. Tim Pittman officiating. Spring burial will be in St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. Friends may meet with the family Monday evening from 6-8 at the funeral home. Memorial donations made in Murdo Smith's memory may be directed to Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 80, of Bethlehem, N.H., passed away at his home on South Road, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, with his family and friends by his side. Donald was born on July 17, 1926, the son of Francis and Hazel (Jesseman) O'Keefe, in Dalton, N.H. He attended area schools. Donald served in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft mechanic for 31 years. He enjoyed working on his land and hunting. His brother, John L. O'Keefe, of Bethlehem, N.H., and Shady Cove, Ore.; and two stepsisters, Jacquelin R. Blandin of Lee, N.H. and Nadine Boyle, of Littleton, N.H., survive him. Services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.

, of Groton, Vt., author, registered nurse, ensign, USN, and exemplary member of The Greatest Generation, passed away Jan. 28, 2007. She is greatly missed by her family and friends. Marion was born and grew up in Middletown, N.Y., and earned her nursing degree at Vassar Brothers in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. She was an ensign in the U.S. Navy during World War II, during which she married Roy T. Morgan, who died in 1961. Marion then set about raising her young family, John, Peggy and Barbara, on her own, and moved to Groton, Vt., returning to her nursing career at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. She married Raymond Page and they enjoyed a long and wonderful married life until he passed away two years ago. Her son, John, predeceased her in 1981; and son-in-law, Stan Williams, in 2001. Marion was multi-talented. She was a capable artist, an avid reader and an excellent writer. She valued education and taught her children to do likewise. She published many short stories over the years and in 1988, won Vermont Life's first Ralph Nading Hill prize for her story, "A Taste of New Sugar," about Civil War soldier William Scott. She was so knowledgeable about Groton's Civil War history that historian Howard Coffin consulted her for his book on Vermont in the Civil War. When she retired from nursing, she published two books for young adult readers, and had a third one in the works at her passing. She was active in a local writers group, and enjoyed volunteering at the Groton Public Library. Marion had a keen sense of duty, and did much volunteer community nursing, including as a "first responder" in several emergency situations. Typical of the best in her generation, Marion was immensely strong-willed and determined, but of gentle bearing. Her daughters admire her example very much and consider her one of the smartest, finest and most courageous of women. They are tremendously thankful that she taught them what really matters. She leaves her daughter, Peggy (Margaret) Williams of Lyndonville; and grandchildren Katherine and Steven; her daughter, Barbara Morrow and son-in-law Michael, of Sutton, and granddaughter Rachael; and John's children, Christian, Justin and Jesse Morgan. She is also missed by her sister, Ruth Emerson of Phoenix, Ariz.; niece Ariel Miner; and nephews Alan and Richard Emerson. Her brother, author Lucien Emerson (Peter Field), predeceased her. In addition, she had a special place in her heart for stepson and daughter-in law Deane and Bing (Laura) Page, a family who spent many caring hours with her and she with them; along with Garth and Georgiana Page and family, and Phyllis Miller and family. There will be no calling hours. The memorial service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 11 a.m., at the Groton United Methodist Church, Groton, Vt., with the Rev. Candace Ricker, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to either the Groton Free Public Library or the Groton Historical Society, in care of Diana Kreis, 389 Scott Highway, Groton, VT, 05046, would be greatly appreciated.

passed away suddenly at the age of 48, Sunday morning, Jan. 28, 2007. He and Patty Lewis were currently caretakers at Echo Ledge Farm Inn on Route 2 in Kirby. He was born in Concord, Vt., Aug. 2, 1958, the youngest of 10 children born to George and Mary (Nault) Carpenter. He is survived by his loving and devoted companion, Patty Lewis of Kirby (PO Box 37, East St. Johnsbury 05838); three children: Jody Cutter and his wife Beth, and daughters Jenna and Sierra of Concord (2267 Long Hill Road 05824), Jessa Carpenter of St. Johnsbury (PO Box 4085, 05819), Ryan Carpenter of St. Johnsbury (PO Box 4085, 05819) and his girlfriend Katie Hale of Waterford; Patty's children: Stephen Klemchuk of Barnet and Trista Klemchuk and her son Kadin of St. Johnsbury; three grandchildren: Jenna Quimby, Sierra Cutter and Kadin Rosa; seven brothers and sisters: Maren Downing and her husband Mac of Lunenburg, Vt. (PO Box 33, 05906), Dianne Handy and her husband Tony of St. Johnsbury (140 Gilman Ave. 05819), Janice Hemond and her husband Michael of Waterford (Remick Road 05819), Patsy Stetson and her husband Doug of Lyndonville (3227 Red Village Road 05851), George "Buzz" Carpenter and his wife Debbie of North Concord (205 Beach Drive 05858), Peg Keach and her husband Dick of Lyndonville (536 Sheldon Brook Road 05851) and Bob Carpenter of St. Johnsbury (139 Central St. Apt. 3 05819). He is also survived by his "second mom," Aunt Leenie Pinard of Concord, and aunt "Aunt Gert" Renaud of St. Johnsbury; special brother-in-law Gene Comeau; close friends Romeo Demers, Dan Warner, Richard Mayhew, Randy Locke and Dennis Prevost. Billy was a special uncle to his nieces and nephews: Dan Comeau, Dianne and Jim Peyton, Jeanine and Keith Porter, Teresa and Stan Switser, Sully and Kim Handy, Elisa and Rodney Maurice, Jennifer and Jack Bassett, Sam and Megan Handy, Mike Jr. and Eva Hemond, Mark and Tara Hemond, Michelle and Scott Parseghian, Melissa and Jamie Murphy, James and Jennifer Hemond, Jeremy Hemond, Gidget and Paul Doty, Douglas Jr. and Kristi Stetson, Buzzy and Wendi Carpenter, Carrie and Michael Priest, Lauralee Keach, Richard Jr. and Kate Keach, Geoffrey Carpenter, Cady Carpenter and Sarah Carpenter, as well as 26 great-nieces and nephews. Bill loved spending time with his kids and family. He was a loving and supportive companion, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. When he wasn't with his family, Bill's other passion was his music. He was an accomplished musician and a member of various bands throughout the years. He enjoyed four-wheeling with family and friends. Remembered favorite pastimes with Bill include: band practice, road trips to music stores and four-wheeling trips to the top of the world. His children remember: family biking trips to Franconia Notch, vacationing in Maine, camping at Lakeside in Island Pond, trips to Al Hall camp, ice fishing, dark walks, truck treats, driving lessons and hunting in Old Gus, making up his own words to songs and his whistle. Patty remembers: shopping trips with grandchildren, dinners out, the trip to South Carolina, silly antics to make others smile and laugh. His brothers and sisters remember growing up in Concord, a close-knit, caring community. Their memories include: learning to ski on the ski tow, riding the traverse down Mt. Tug, vacations at Old Orchard, playing on "The Common," sliding down Danforth's hill, skating at the ballfield, Bouchard's Store and the August birthday parties at Al Hall Camp. Bill was a friend to everyone; his home and heart were open to all. His smile never left his face and his silly sense of humor could always bring you up when you were down. He was a lover of animals and all who knew him felt his depth of compassion. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mary Carpenter, an infant brother, infant sister Georgia Mae Carpenter, nephews Dennis Comeau and Joseph Carpenter, Aunt Helen Carpenter and Uncle Bob Pinard. Funeral services will be held in Concord, Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Concord Community Church. Burial will be in May at the Concord Village Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Friday evening 5-8 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to Concord Fire and Rescue (PO Box 113, Concord VT 05824), or to SAD/SAC (c/o Caledonian Record, PO Box 8, St. Johnsbury VT 05819), or to the George Babcock Fund.

, 78, longtime dairy farmer, passed away Monday evening, Jan. 29, 2007, at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center where he had been a resident for the past seven years. He was born in Hardwick on Nov. 2, 1928, the son of Pliney and Luella Jones. He originally farmed on the family farm in Greensboro, and at one time was employed on the John Gingue farm in Waterford. He later worked at several large-scale farm operations in Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York. His family remembers times spent with him brook fishing. Carl was an excellent country music singer, yodeler, and guitarist. He is survived by his former wife, Bernadette (Nollette) Jones, now residing at the Union House in Glover; his seven children: Juanita, David, Michael, Pamela, Jaime, Wendall, and Sherrie, and their families; a brother Gerald Jones, and his best friend Phoebe Kimball. Funeral services will be held Friday at noon at the Sayles Funeral Home with the Rev. Jay Sprout officiating. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home from 11 a.m. to the start of the service. Burial will be in Wolcott in the spring. Memorial contributions, marked for "Employee Activity Fund," may be directed to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, wife of John Poole, of Lyndonville and a former St. Johnsbury resident, passed away in Burlington after a lengthy illness. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church in Lyndonville. Visiting hours will be held in St. Johnsbury at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and will conclude with evening prayers. Burial will be in May at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial contributions could be directed to "Norris Cotton Cancer Center North," Att: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Please mark contributions in Mary's name, and they will be directed toward leukemia causes within our locale. A complete obit will follow in the Thursday edition of this paper.