, 83, of Bath, N.H., died Feb. 4, 2008, at Lafayette Center in Franconia, N.H. He was born in Danville, Vt., on Oct. 30, 1924, a son of Napoleon and Nellie (Powers) Paradie. A life-long resident of the area, he had worked for many years at the former Newman Lumber Company in Woodsville, N.H., until his retirement. He loved animals and would take several daily drives to enjoy the area sights and observe nature. He was predeceased by his siblings, Herbert and Robert Paradie, Avis Silverman, Lois Paye, Vera Wallace and Verna French. Survivors include his wife, Marion (Rabtoy) Paradie of Franconia; his children, Michael and Roy Paradie, Lilla Basnar, Nancy Plante, Tina Moore, Brian Paradie; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several stepchildren; two brothers, Fred and Richard Paradie; two sisters, Doris Ouelette and Phyllis Sherman; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A calling hour will be on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008, from 11 a.m. until noon at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, with a memorial service at noon. Following the service, refreshments will be served in the dining room of the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Above the Notch Humane Society, 59 West Main St., Littleton, NH 03561.

, age 93, of Lisbon, N.H., died at her home surrounded by her large and loving family on Feb. 6, 2008. Joyce was born Nov. 10, 1914, in Enosburg Falls, Vt., the daughter of Azro B. and Alma Laflame Stanley. She graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1932 and worked as a bookkeeper in St. Albans and Enosburg Falls until her marriage in 1937 to John H. "Chappie" Northrop of Fairfield, Vt. They resided in Enosburg Falls until 1968 when they moved to Lisbon, N.H., to be near their son and his family. Following the death of her husband in 1972, Joyce spent a year in Hawaii with her daughter, Sue, and family. Upon her return, she resumed her bookkeeping career, working at Northrop's Market for the next 30 years. Joyce enjoyed her years with the senior citizens group, and was named Grafton County Senior of the Year in 1977. She loved playing Scrabble and doing crossword puzzles, was an avid Red Sox fan, and was happiest when surrounded by family. She is survived by her four children, Sally Pederson of Boston, Mass.; John H. Northrop, Jr. and his wife, Donna, of Lisbon, N.H.; Suzanne McPherson and her husband, Doug, of Salt Lake City, Utah: and Mary Northrop of Littleton, N.H., and her partner, Ray Giroux; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, two nephews, and a very special niece, Patricia Thomas. She was predeceased by her husband, brother, and parents. There will be no calling hours. A Celebration of her Life will take place in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joyce's memory to Spring Lake Ranch, 1169 Spring Lake Ranch Road, Cuttingsville, VT 05738, or North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, 536 Cottage Street, Littleton, NH 03561

, 50, of Town Forest Road in Passumpsic, Vt., died at his home on February 7, 2008, with his family by his side. Terry was born on July 10, 1957, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to Lena Sheppard, and was raised by his grandparents, Angus and Claudia Sheppard in McIndoe Falls, Vt. He graduated from Blue Mountain Union School, Class of 1975 and married Linda Darby on May 14, 1977. He also served in the U.S. Air Force. Terry had been self-employed as an automotive technician, worked at St. Jay Auto, and most recently at Quality Suzuki. He was a member of the American Legion and a life member of the North American Hunting Club. Terry thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding his Harley in the summer. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Linda Bunnell of Passumpsic; his children Charlene Bedor and husband Brian of Passumpsic, and Branden Bunnell and wife Nicole of East Haven, Vt.; grandchildren Caleb Bedor of Passumpsic and Rebecca Bunnell of East Haven; mother, Lena Bean of Ryegate Corner, Vt.; brother Tony Bunnell of McIndoe Falls; sister Debra Huff of Bradford, Vt.; father-in-law, Roger "Buster" Darby and wife Pauline of East Charleston, Vt.; brother-in-law, David Darby and wife Marcia of South Ryegate; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins; There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be Saturday, May 17, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the Wells River Cemetery, Wells River, Vt., with Rev. Ann Huckridge officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, c/o Lory Grimes, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 82, died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, at Weeks Medical Center, Lancaster, N.H. Mrs. Hodge was born in Canaan, Vt. on Aug. 28, 1925, a daughter of William and Bertrode (Russell) Rowell. Edith was a graduate of Groveton High School; she attended Mary Hitchcock School of Nursing, where she graduated with a bachelors degree. For a time she worked as the school nurse for Lancaster Elementary, she also worked for many years with Dr. Falkenham and later Dr. Beattie until her retirement. Winnie served on the Cemetery Commission and for a time as an auditor for Guildhall, Vt. She loved gardening and flowers, especially her asparagus beds. She was a member of the Guildhall Community Church and a member of Adah Chapter # 39 O.E.S. Family members include three children Sharon Bissonnette and her husband Rep. Clement Bissonnette of Winooski, Vt., Jeffrey A. Hodge of Guildhall, and Rebecca Bacon and her husband Dennis also of Guildhall; three grandchildren Manessa R. Bacon-Galante of Manchester, N.H., Martha Rose Bacon of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Mitchell T. Bissonnette of Winooski, Vt.; two great grandchildren Molly Elizabeth Bacon and Grace Lauren Galante; a sister Ruby Hurel of New Hampshire; a sister and brother in-law Marion and John Klinefelter of Guildhall; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond R. Hodge and a sister Jeanette Mayberry. Calling hours will be held Sunday, Feb. 9, 2008, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home. A luncheon will follow at the Guildhall, in Guildhall, Vt. A graveside service will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers donations maybe made in her memory to a charity of one's choice.

died on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2008, in Dover, N.H. at the Hyder Hospice House. A native and almost lifetime resident of Vermont, he and his wife, Dorothy, resided in South Peacham for over 60 years before moving to N.H. to be near their daughter. Delmar was a builder and owned his own contracting business for many years. Along with his love for creating well built homes, hospitals and schools, he had a miraculous green thumb as evidenced by beautiful vegetable and flower gardens, and was an avid reader of historical novels and biographies. Peacham Congregational Church and its members were also at the center of his life there. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, and children; daughter Annmarie and husband Ron Ouellette in North Hampton, N.H. and son Michael and wife Diane in Richmond, Va. Dorothy now lives with her daughter. Services will be held at the Peacham Congregational Church on Saturday, April 26 at 1 p.m.

, 45, of Bath, N.H., died Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. She was born Feb. 5, 1963, in Barre, Vt.; the daughter of Herbert A. and Louise E. (Morse) Bent. She was raised in Barre and graduated from Williamstown High School. She had received a bachelor's degree in Computer Science. She had lived in Worcester, Mass., where she worked for Raytheon Corporation for 14 years. She then moved to Northern Virginia, where she met James S. Smith. They were married in Montpelier on Dec. 21, 2002, and moved to Bath in 2006. Sharon had worked for Allen's Kitchen & Bath Design in St. Johnsbury. She was an artist who loved to paint, work with crafts, and had been in a fife and drum corps. She also loved her dogs, Cherokee and Harley. Survivors include her husband, James S. Smith of Bath, N.H.; mother Louise Bent of Wilder; brother Stephen Bent of St. Albans, Vt.; sisters Charlotte Stevens of Williamstown, Lillian Wessel of Wilder, Vt. and Rita Riles of San Francisco, Calif.; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Calling hours will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Day Funeral Home in Randolph, Vt. Contributions in her memory may be made to Cottage Hospital, Oncology Dept., Woodsville, NH 03785.

, age 67, of Bethlehem, N.H., passed away suddenly on February 6, 2008, at the Littleton Regional Hospital. Joel was born on December 4, 1940, a son to Merton and Elizabeth (Cushman) Goodell, in Bethel, Vt. He attended high school in Springfield, Vt. and served in the U.S. Navy. Joel was involved in the construction industry for many years and owned Joe's Gun Repair in Bethlehem. Upon moving to New Hampshire, he was employed as a custodian at the Lafayette School in Franconia, after which he owned and operated Shades of Green Lawn Care for over 20 years. He served as a selectman for the town of Bethlehem, was trustee of the Bethlehem Trust Fund, and was an avid fisherman. Surviving family members include his wife Carol (Labine) Goodell; their children C. J. King, and Crystal Jayne Goodell, all of Bethlehem, Lourie J. Wark of Mass., Terri L. Stockman of Vt., Timothy J. Goodell of Vt., Christopher J. Goodell of Va., and Jeffrey Goodell of S.C.; four brothers, Merton, Wesley, Harry, and Robert Goodell, all of Vermont; one sister, Elizabeth Plumb of N.C.; ten grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pillsbury Funeral Home located at 101 Union Street in Littleton, NH. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Lyn O. Winter officiating.

of 91 Clayton St., St. Johnsbury, Vt. passed away peacefully at NVRH, on Friday, February 8, 2008. Margaret was born on March 2, 1917 in Waterford, Vt., the daughter of Emile and Alphonsine (LeBrun) Dussault. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in Newport, Vt. where she was a boarding student. After moving to Staten Island, N.Y., she returned to St. Johnsbury to take care of her ailing mother and the family at home. On New Year's Eve, 1944 she met W. Frank Hall on a blind date and they were married in July 1946. Upon returning to St. Johnsbury, Margaret was the manager of the McClellan's Department Store; she received recognition from the state of Vermont as the first woman manager of a department store in the state. Later she worked at Hovey's Shops for many years until she and Frank started Caledonia Auto Parts in 1970. She continued to work in the office there until Frank's death in 2003. Margaret was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church and a lifetime member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary Post 793. Margaret is survived by her brother; Edward Dussault of Virginia; her children John Hall and his wife JoAnna of West Danville, William "Bo" Hall and his wife Kathy of Waterford, Jo-Ann Sullivan and her husband Tim of Waterford, Kathleen Cloutier and her husband David of St. Johnsbury, Jean Wheeler and her husband Paul of St. Johnsbury; a very close nephew John Boucher of Arizona, who came to live with them from France in 1956; grandchildren Tammi (and David) Cady, Troy (and Katie) Sullivan, Jared Cloutier, Nate Cloutier, Johnna (and Chris) Kendall, Riley Bouffard, Michelle Bouffard, Graeme Hall, Evan Hall; great grandchildren Jordan and Jacob Cady, and Sierra and Brogan Sullivan. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law Noella Dussault and Renee Dussault of St. Johnsbury; her Clayton Street neighbors; and her special caregivers Pattie, Paula, Ardys, Janice, Wanda, Gayle and Rachel. She was predeceased by local siblings Monsignor Joseph Dussault, Albert Dussault and Amanda Descoteaux. She was also predeceased by brothers Robert, John, Walter, Raymond and Paul; sisters Cecile, Jean, Lorraine, Pauline and Theresa; a special sister-in-law Isabella Thurston; a good friend Evelyn Austin; many nieces, nephews and friends. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. A reception will follow the Mass at The American Legion on Maple St. Burial will be in May at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Tuesday 4- to 7 p.m. Marked for the 'Meals on Wheels' program, memorial contributions could be made out to "Area Agency on Aging," 481 Summer St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, of Skyview Terrace in St. Johnsbury, Vt., loving father, grandfather and brother, passed away at NVRH early Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, surrounded by his loving family, after complications from his kidney disease, nearly a year to the day since the passing of his dear wife Joyce. He was born Aug. 26, 1927, in St. Johnsbury, the son of Duane and Lura (Farnham) Ruggles. He attended the St. Johnsbury Trade School and later served in the U.S. Navy. He then married Joyce Brown and was happily married for 45 years. Throughout his life, he helped hundreds of people while employed at Sears, Peck Hardware, Brink's, and most recently, at St. Jay Hardware. Everyone appreciated Dad's sense of humor and wit. Dad was a real trooper fighting his kidney disease, going to dialysis three days a week. Not a day went by that he didn't ask about his three children and eight grandchildren, making sure that they knew how much he loved them. "You better believe it!" He is survived by his daughter, Laurie Lanctot and son-in-law Jim of Thetford (P.O. Box 54, 05074) and their children Holli, Garrett, and Gavin; his son, Troy Ruggles and daughter-in-law Kelly of St. Johnsbury (40 Donna Dr., 05819) and their children Andrew and Samantha; his daughter, Stacie Beliveau and son-in-law Chris of Danville (477 Dole Hill Rd., 05828) and their children Cole, Carlie, and Allie; his sister, Natalie Mann of Preston Md., brother-in-law Roger Brown and wife Sharron of Hartland, Vt.; three sisters-in-law, Marti Earnheart of White River Junction, Vt., Lorraine Brown of South Strafford, Vt., Sylvia "Soupi" Brown of South Strafford Vt.; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Daune Borden and brother-in-law George Mann. Services will be held Thursday, Feb. 14, 2008, at 2 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. John Marshall officiating. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Wednesday 4-7 p.m. Contributions, marked in Ziggy's name for the expected new dialysis center, may be directed to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Attn: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Sayles Funeral home is located at 525 Summer St. in St. Johnsbury.

, With family by her side, Candida Gloria Royer, 52, of Gilman, Vt., died on the evening of Feb. 03, 2008. "Candi" passed away peacefully at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover, N.H., after valiantly fighting a short battle with lung cancer. Candi was born in Rumford, Maine, Jan. 7, 1956, the daughter of Alfred and Marion Cochran of Canton. She graduated high school in Buckfield in 1974. Candi was a loving wife and mother who was fun loving and cared deeply for others. Like her mother, she often put their needs before hers. She had a huge admiration for tigers and horses. Her hobbies included traveling, crocheting. and just spending quality time with family and friends. Surviving family members include Doug, her husband of 33 years; mother, Marion Cochran of Canton, Maine; children, Mandy (and her fiancZe Jim Long) of Wheelock Vt., Les (and his wife Dawn) of Gilman, Vt., Jason and Kindra of Woodsville, N.H.; brother Alfred and sister Delia, of Maine; grandchildren, Cassidey, Kyle, Nikolas and Paige. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury, Vt. A gathering in the church hall, with refreshments, will follow.

, 83, of Oak Ridge Park, North Haverhill, N.H., died on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008, at her residence. She was born in Greensboro, N.C., on June 16, 1924, the daughter of Victor J. and Bertha (Tatro) Xenakes. Toula worked in several area shoe factories prior to retirement and then she worked in the shoe department at the former Ames Department Store in North Haverhill and Woodsville. She was a member of the Trinity Church of the Nazarene in North Haverhill. She enjoyed attending paint classes at the Horse Meadow Senior Center in North Haverhill. She enjoyed time spent with her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul L. Smith on July 3, 1989 and by her siblings. Survivors include her three daughters, Beatrice Davis of North Haverhill, Bernice Paye of Newbury, Vt. and Doreene Seale of Farmington, N.H.; a son, Louis F. Smith of Landaff, N.H.; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours will be on Friday, Feb. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, NH. A celebration of her life will be on Saturday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. at the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 41 Nazarene Drive, North Haverhill, with Pastor George Hemway officiating. Burial will be at the Bath Village Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 41 Nazarene Drive, North Haverhill, NH 03774

, age 71, of White River Junction, Vt., passed away Feb. 9, 2008, at Waccamaw Community Hospital surrounded by her family. Mrs. McDowell was born April 8, 1936, in Greenfield, Mass., a daughter of the late Norman and Doris Coleman Coburn. Mrs. McDowell loved living at Myrtle Beach during the winter months and Vermont during the summer months. She was predeceased by one son, Jason Grant. Surviving are her husband, Francis McDowell of the home; one son, Bruce McDowell of St. Johnsbury, Vt.; four daughters, Susan Foot and her husband, Keith of Las Vegas, Nev., Brenda Beer and her husband, Dennis of Auburn, N.H., Paula Fairchild and her husband, Barry of Kempton, Pa., and Dee Lolli and her husband, Tony of East Burke, Vt. She is also survived by one brother, Peter Coburn of Massachusetts; four grandchildren, Emily Poginy, Abbie Fitzpatrick, Paula Beer and Megan Murphy; two great-grandchildren, Michaela and Aidan Poginy. A service will be held in White River Junction at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 56, of Newport Center, Vt., died peacefully on Feb. 9, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 21, 1951, in Newport, the son of Gordon and Helen (Crawford) Lawson. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, the former Jeannie Hull. Dennis was a long-haul truck driver for many years. Dennie had many interests as he enjoyed playing cards, coin collecting, reading, a sports enthusiast, and he had a love of all animals, especially his dog Woody of 16 years. Dennie is survived by his wife, Jeannie Lawson of Newport Center; a daughter, Diane Elwood and her husband, Roger of Enosburg; and a son, Jason Loux of Newport Center; two grandchildren, Ryan and Kyle Elwood; two sisters, Linda King and her husband, Stew of Claremont, N.H., and Constance Lawson of Greer, S.C.; and by the following brother and sister-in-laws, Richard Messier of Coventry, Sandra Lawson of Williston, Preston Hull of Jay, Lynda Cameron and her husband, Steve of Delmar, N.Y., and Sandra Hull Hale of South Hadley, Mass.; and by several nieces, nephews, cousins and many many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Helen Lawson; by a brother, David Lawson; and a sister, Joyce Messier. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport with the Pastor Marvin Hale officiating. Friends may call from 12 noon until the hour of the funeral on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at the funeral home. Spring interment will be in Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Dennie's memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex V.N.A. and Hospice Inc. 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Area Agency on Aging, 59 Waterfront Plaza, Newport, VT 05855 or to the charity of one's personal choice.

of Walden, Vt., died at home in the comfort of the family, after a long period of declining health, on Feb. 8, 2008, Virginia Mae Bolster was born on March 22, 1927, in Brattleboro, Vt. the only child of Levi and Christa (McKinstry) Bolster. They divorced and both remarried, so she had 12 siblings. She grew up in Cabot, married in Marshfield, and lived in Walden for 55 years. She married Francis Paquin Foster on June 10, 1943. She was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, gardening, knitting, reading, bird watching, crossword puzzles, going for rides, picnics at the pond, and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Francis (6856 Route 15, Hardwick, VT 05843); and 12 children, Archie and wife, Nina (Corrow) Foster of Walden, Forrest Foster of Hardwick, Elick and wife Joanne (Hatch) Foster of Walden, Chrystal and husband Glendon Fox of Danville, Melody and husband Alton Chase of Hardwick, Nathan and wife Annette (Bellavance) Foster of Walden, Terry and wife Patricia (Brown) Foster of Walden, Rona and husband Tom Sicily of Cabot, Justin and wife Roberta (Hall) Foster of Greensboro Bend, Maria and husband Terry Lamberton of Walden, Ember and husband Stacey Boyle of Isle La Motte and Nick Foster of Walden. She had 28 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Her sister, Dorothy Laughton; brothers Levi Jr., Ralph, Cleon and Neal Bolster and Carlton Pelletier and their spouses survive her. She was predeceased by a daughter, Brenda; brothers Earl Dietz, Richard, Scott and Stewart Bolster; and sisters, Perscilla Phelps and Shirley Denyon.

, Carolyn was devoted to her family. She especially loved pets and animals of all kinds. Her family reflects she was a caregiver her whole life with no limit to her own personal sacrifice. She is survived by her husband, Ricky Mardin; 10 children, Jennie Currier, Laurie McLeod, George McLeod, Timothy McLeod, Tracie Nutting, Jerry Egnew, Ronnie Egnew, Jimmy Egnew, Ricky Mardin, Jody Mardin; 20 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She came from a family of 15 children. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home in St. Johnsbury Thursday afternoon from 3 to 5 p.m., concluding with a prayer service commencing at 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to either Fauna Bird Rescue, P.O. Box 6142, Nashua, NH 03063 or for leukemia research payable to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, to Norris Cotton Cancer Center North, Attn: Jim Flynn, P.O. Box 905, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 86, of Hummingbird Road, Lincoln, N.H., passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, at Littleton Regional Hospital. She was born in Swampscott, Mass., on Dec. 11, 1921, a daughter to Frederick and Beatrice (O'Reilly) McNamara. Mrs. Clark had worked at The Willows Nursing Home for many years. After retirement she worked at the Flume Gorge Food Service and the gift shop. Surviving family members include four daughters, Patricia Methot, Deborah and her husband, Grant Merklinger, Rita Fenoff, and Ellie Clark; three sons, Frederick and his wife, Paula Clark, Dean Clark, and Richard Clark; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Bud. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to North Country Hospice, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 10 a.m. at the Pillsbury Funeral Home located at 101 Union St. in Littleton, with the Rev. Father Marcel Martel as celebrant. Burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery in the spring.

, She was born Feb. 14, 1916, in Lamieux, Ontario, Canada, the last surviving child of Arthur and Alida (Bray) Bissonnette. On Feb. 19, 1938, Jeanne married Florent J. Parenteau. They lived and raised their family in Connecticut. In the fall of 1965, they purchased and operated Gracie's Inn on Williams Street in Lyndonville for two years. Jeanne was a former member of the Tom Breslin Center in Lyndonville where every Friday night she made and served pizzas while her husband, Florent, worked as the manager. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and feeding and watching hummingbirds. For the past few years, she resided at Willoughby Lake during the winter months, returning to her East Burke home each spring. Survivors include two sons, Richard Parenteau and wife Terry of Micanopy, Fla., and Roger Parenteau and wife Pam of West Burke; a daughter, Grace Barley and husband David of Globe, Ariz.; a daughter in-law, Georgianne Parenteau of Connecticut; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two godchildren, Pauline Telford of Connecticut, and Brian Parenteau of Westmore; two sisters-in-law, Mary Bissonnette of St. Albans, and Lucille Bissonnette of Connecticut; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband Florent in 1993; a son, Robert Parenteau in 2005; a great-grandson, Brandon Parenteau; her four brothers, Donald, Henry, Lyle, and Eugene Bissonnette; and two sisters, Claudia Chevrier, and Exilda Murray. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, May 9, 2008, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Lyndonville with the Rev. Patrick Forman celebrant. Burial will follow in Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial donations made in her memory may be directed to Lyndon Rescue Inc., P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville, VT 05851.