, 71, died Friday evening, March 7, 2008, at his home with his loving family at his side. Mr. Nutting was born in Richford on April 25, 1936, a son of Cecile RyeaNutting and the late Ernest Nutting. He was employed at American Optical in Brattleboro for 20 years prior to moving back to Enosburg, where he was employed at Wrightholm Bus Company for 19 years. He also worked for Art Marston Gas & Oil Company for five years. As a young man he farmed and logged. Through these jobs he gained the reputation as a master mechanic with the ability to fix anything. He had many interests that included maple sugaring, a season that he looked forward to every year. His family and friends will always remember his quality fancy syrup that he produced. He enjoyed deer hunting and passed on his knowledge and skills of the woods and hunting with his family. He leaves his wife, Shirley Thompson Nutting, who he married July 25, 1956; his children: James Nutting and his wife, Cindy, of Keene, New Hampshire, Lisa Bergeron and her husband, Thomas, of Bakersfield, Deborah Aldrich of Richford, Walter Nutting and his wife, Brenda, of Dummerston, and Herbert Nutting Jr. of Enosburg; his mother, Cecile Nutting, of Enosburg; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and his siblings: Dorothy Booth of North Troy, New York, Ernest Nutting and his wife, Sally, of Mountain Home, Idaho, Ernestine Parker and her partner, Jan Reinus, of Eddieville, Kentucky, Sandra Thompson and her husband, Richard, of Swanton, Wilma Boulanger and her husband, Thomas, of Newport, and Larry Nutting and his wife, Darlene, of South Troy, New York. Besides his father, he was predeceased by his sisters: Glenna Bowban and Joyce and Deborah Nutting. Funeral services were held March 11 at the Spears Funeral Home in Enosburg Falls with Pastor Patrick Hoadley officiating. Interment will be held this spring in the Enosburgh Center Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Mr. Nutting's memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vermont 05478.

, 79, of Newport died suddenly on March 12, 2008, at his home. Mr. Fox was born February 23, 1929, in Blanchard, Maine, a son of Hugh Sr. and Lila Belle (Trim) Fox. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for Charlie Nadeau for several years as an auto mechanic and did many other jobs in the area. He enjoyed the camaraderie of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798 in Newport and spent a lot of time at the club. He served as proud member of the post's color guard and was often available to participate in funeral services for his fellow military members. He was a member of American Legion Post 21 in Newport. He was a proud man who took life at his terms, and people accepted that. He is survived by his companion and dear friend of 40 years, Dorothy Ella Whipple, of Barton; by his son Colby Whipple of Brownington; and by his grandchildren Alexander and Bradley of Brownington. Graveside services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

, 62, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, died peacefully on February 27, 2008, in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his family. Family was the most important part of Mr. Emmerson's life. The goals established for him by his family, and some for himself, were what enabled him to persevere through the struggles presented by his health. He was born May 29, 1945, in Ansonia, Connecticut, a son of the late Alice Dutton and Thomas Emmerson. He grew up in Brownington and attended Orleans High School. Over the years he was employed as a truck driver, bridge inspector, and public works supervisor. He owned and operated his own business. He lived in Vermont, Connecticut, Florida, and for the past three years, North Carolina. He was plagued with heart problems much of his adult life. He was a double heart transplant recipient, living an additional 15 years with the transplants, and recently, requiring kidney dialysis due to the vast amount of anti-rejection drugs he was required to take. His love for Vermont, most specifically Prospect Hill in Brownington, was equaled only by his love for NASCAR racing for his entire life. One of his goals was to see Dale Earnhardt Sr. win the Daytona 500. He also loved cooking, woodworking, and gardening. In addition to his wife, Betty Emmerson, of Mount Holly, he is survived by his children: Eddie, his wife, Cindy, and their children Dennis and Dylan of Naples, Florida; Jimmy, his wife, Melissa, and their children Ryan and Jason of Stanley, North Carolina; and Mike, his wife, Stephanie, and their child Noah of Stanley; Susan and her children Chris and Shannon of Mount Holly and Alison of Raleigh, North Carolina; and Carol, her husband, Chris, and their children Kerry, Kris, and Zachary of Shelton, Connecticut. He is survived by three sisters: Ruth Wells and her husband, George, of South Burlington, Sandra Hemenway and her husband, Hale, of Ohio and Florida, and Micki-Ann Thomas and her husband, Ron, of Greenwich, New York; by two brothers, Tom Emmerson and his wife, Anne, of Bethpage, New York, and Ernie Emmerson and his wife, Diana, of Holland; by brother-in-law Dan Welser of Mount Holly; by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; by three aunts; and by the mother of his children, Mary Reeves LaBranche, of Shelton, Connecticut. A memorial service was held March 1 at the Episcopal Church of St. Peters By-The-Lake in Denver, North Carolina, and a Vermont memorial service will be held this summer at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Emmerson's memory may be made to the Denny Emmerson Memorial Fund (to be presented to the Ron Holland MD Community Dialysis Center at North Country Hospital), Community National Bank, P.O. Box 259, Derby, Vermont 05829; or to the National Organization for Transplant Enlightenment, 3780 Tampa Road Suite 102, Oldsmar, Florida 34667.

, 73, formerly of Island Pond, died peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2008, at The Pines Nursing Home in Lyndonville, where she has been a resident since November. Born in Lancaster, New Hampshire, on August 13, 1934, a daughter of Hollis and Pauline (Crawford) Sawyer, Mrs. Doyon was raised in Groveton, New Hampshire, and was a 1952 graduate of Groveton High School. She moved to Island Pond in the mid-1950s and resided there until moving back to Groveton about six years ago. She was co-owner and operator of Doyon & Co. Hardware in Island Pond for many years. She was a cook for the Island Pond school and the Patenaud Nursing Home in Derby. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Island Pond and the Red Hat Society. She loved doing arts and crafts and cooking for others - the more the merrier. She was a people person and enjoyed spending time with others. She will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her son John Doyon and his daughter Cassidy of Island Pond; by her son Thomas Doyon, his wife, Peggy, and their daughters: Tracie Lambert and her husband, Lee, and Jill and Jackie Doyon, all of Groveton; by her deceased son Peter Doyon's children: Nicholas, Breanne, and Dominique Doyon, all of Florida; and by five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her father, Hollis Sawyer; by her mother, Pauline Sawyer Ververis; by her stepfather, George Ververis; by her son Peter Doyon; by her sister Anna Watkins; and by her brother Richard Sawyer. Memorial calling hours were held March 15 at the Armstrong-Charron Funeral Home in Groveton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Doyon's name to the Hollis Sawyer Scholarship Fund, in care of Groveton Alumni treasurer Laurie Crawford, 26 Prebble Street, Groveton, New Hampshire 03582.

, 48, of Derby Line died March 12, 2008, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Carroll was born the youngest of nine children to William and Pauline (McPhillips) Fader on June 21, 1959, in Brockton, Massachusetts. On May 5, 1984, she married Robert Carroll, who survives her. She attended Lyndon State College and became a self-employed house painter. She loved lakes, the ocean, swimming, camping (especially with campfires), and gardening. She loved music and her pet dog, a faithful companion named Belle. She is survived by her husband, Robert Carroll, of Derby Line; by three children: Ian Carroll of Hinesburg, Sean Carroll of Burlington, and Emma Carroll of Burlington; by two sisters, Paula Moon and her husband, Harvey, of Norfolk, Virginia, and Jo-Ellen Thompson of Carolina Beach, North Carolina; and by other family members in Massachusetts. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mrs. Carroll's favorite charity, Heifer International, P.O. Box 8058, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203-8058.

, 81, formerly of East Charleston, died at his home on Bly Acres in Hartland, surrounded by several members of his family, March 15, 2008. Mr. Bly was the beloved husband of Thelma (Brainard) Bly, who he married in 1947. She survives him. He was born on April 24, 1926, in East Charleston, a son of Harley and Ethel (Holt) Bly. He and his wife farmed for over 25 years in East Charleston on the family farm. After retiring from farming, he worked for Elmwood Dairy, Mulkin Chevrolet, and Community National Bank. They worked together in their large vegetable garden and raspberry patch. He enjoyed woodworking, making tables and chairs, among other things, for several family members. He enjoyed fishing and was always ready to give his neighbors a helping hand. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children: Bill Bly and his wife, Myra Ketchens, of South Hero, Valerie Spring and her husband, Ernie, of Hanover, Massachusetts, Beverly Devereaux and her huband, Verne, of Barton, and Sherry Clarke and her husband, John, of Hartland; by his nine grandchildren; by six great-grandchildren; by his brother Harley "Sam" Bly of Newport; by his sister Alice Gonyaw and her husband, Roland, of Morgan; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers: John, Joel, and Richard Bly. Graveside services will be held in the spring at Hillside Cemetery in East Charleston.

, 88, a former resident of East Albany, died Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Ledgewood Nursing Home in Windham, Maine. Mrs. Young was born in Wilton, Connecticut, on September 4, 1919, a daughter of Devere and Marie (Hollister) Allen. The widow of Dave Young, she made her home on the Creek Road in East Albany and was a former member of the Irasburg United Church, Maple Valley Grange in Albany, and Home Dem. She leaves three daughters: Emily and her husband, Frederick Hammerle, of Bridgton, Maine, Louise Bixby and her husband, Robert, of South Colton, New York, and Carolyn Hoffart and her husband, William, of Titusville, Florida; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Dave, in 1977; and by her sister Shirley Katona. A funeral service will be held in the spring at the Irasburg United Church with interment to be held in the Irasburg Cemetery.

, 61, of Norton died March 23, 2008, at his home. Mr. Stewart was born March 23, 1947, in Ashville, North Carolina, a son of Walter and Katherine (Fowley) Stewart. He was a self-employed carpenter. He is survived by his fiancée, Rita Dandeneau, of Norton; by three children: Tracy Stewart and Brenda Stewart of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and Peter Stewart Jr. of Providence, Rhode Island; by his brother Walter Stewart Jr. of Hawaii; and by three sisters: Shirley Hughes of Warwick, Rhode Island, Bernice Stewart of Pawtucket, and Beverly Stewart of Rhode Island. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 28, at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Island Pond with the Reverend William Morgan celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial.

, 84, of Greensboro Bend died on March 21, 2008, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Mrs. Shatney was born March 1, 1924, inHighgate, a daughter of Joseph and Bessie (Sartwell) Lamphere. On June 3, 1943, she married Carroll Shatney, who survives her. She was a homemaker and worked on the family farm along with her husband and family. She loved her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed going to fairs and showing cattle and cooking with her grandchildren. In 2002 she was inducted into the American Highland Cattle Hall of Fame. She loved her husband of almost 65 years. She was a lifetime member of the Northeast Highland Cattle Association and the Mid Atlantic Cattle Association. She is survived by her sons: Earl Shatney and his wife, Wilma, of East Hardwick, Leo Shatney of Greensboro Bend, Arthur Shatney and his wife, Laurie, of Middlesex, Ray Shatney and his partner, Janet Steward, of Greensboro Bend, and Steve Shatney and his wife, Christine, of Greensboro Bend; by her 12 cherished grandchildren: Mitchell, Jeffrey, Terrie and her husband, Keven, Sandy and her husband, Michael, Heather and her husband, Brian, Brent, Kelley and her husband, Matt, Stacey and her husband, David, Amber, Daniel, Trevor, and Matthew; by her cherished great-grandchildren: Trey, Lillie, Nathan, Ashley, Tyler, Riley Ann, Taylor, Philip, Hunter, and Cole; by her twin brother, Leonard Lamphere, of Lowell; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two grandsons, Gregory and Scott; by one great-grandson, Ryan; by two sisters, Alice Gillian and Mary Smith; and by two brothers, Jay and George Lamphere. Spring interment will be held at the family farm in Greensboro Bend. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Shatney's memory may be made to the Ron Holland M.D. Community Dialysis Center at North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 89, of Melbourne, Florida, died peacefully at the Baytree Nursing Center in Palm Harbor, Florida, on March 19, 2008, after a short illness. Mrs. Powers was born in Newport on February 21, 1919, to Claude and Helen (Hammond) Gardner. She graduated from Newport High School in 1938, then married the love of her life, Gerald B. Powers, of Derby in Newport on July 12 of the same year. She was a loving wife and raised her family over the next years. She found work as a secretary as the children grew older. In 1974 she and her husband retired to Melbourne where she enjoyed playing bingo, running shuffleboard tournaments, and doting on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerald; by four sons and their spouses: Dean and Charlotte Powers of West Charleston, Richard and Hazel Powers of North Hero, William and Teri Powers of Tarpon Springs, Florida, and Keith Powers of Easthampton, Massachusetts; by nine grandchildren: Dean Powers Jr. of Morgan, Larry Powers of West Charleston, Stacy Powers of Bellaire Beach, Florida, Kera Powers of Odessa, Florida, Laura Powers of Holiday, Florida, Elizabeth Powers of Easthampton, Stephanie Powers of Florence, Massachusetts, Jennifer (Powers) Allen of Derby, and Keith Powers of Northampton, Massachusetts; and by nine great-grandchildren: Kaleb Falls, Anthony Allen, Emma Gore, DonatoPumo, Brian Gore, Dominic and Damien Pumo, Lana Newalu, and Riley Allen.

, 60, of Albany died unexpectedly at North Country Hospital in Newport on Friday, March 21, 2008. Mr. Mason was born July 1, 1947, in Morristown Corners, a son of Chelsea and Irene (Hall) Mason. He was referred to as "Chief" by many of his co-workers at Cabot Creamery, where he had been employed 26 years, most recently in the cheese cutting plant. A devoted employee, he was honored by the company for his hard work and success. He was a family-oriented man who was proud of his home and enjoyed remodeling and gardening. He was an avid mechanic, fixing up and customizing his '77 Chrysler Cordova, as well as doing other projects. He enjoyed drawing and was proud of his Native American heritage. He leaves his wife, Carol Ann (Kennedy) Mason, of Albany; five sons: Donnie E. Mason of Chester, Connecticut, John Mason and his partner, Dana Best, of Centerbrook, Connecticut, and Shawn Mason and his partner, Tina Lucas, Ronald Mason and his wife, Melissa, and Robert Mason and his partner, Tina Daigle, all of Albany; three daughters: Debra Mason and her partner, Rob Myer, of Oakdale, Connecticut, Melinda Lavine and her husband, Gary, of Craftsbury, and Christi Seguin of Florida; two stepdaughters, Donna Peters and her husband, Randy, of Albany and Pauline Powers of Hardwick; 21 grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; his beloved twin sister, Donna Skinner, and her husband, Edward, of Albany; sisters: Charlotte Holt and her husband, Richard, of Oro Valley, Arizona, Rebecca Ross and her partner, Gay Mason, of Albany, and Patricia Catrett of Paisley, Florida; two brothers, Monte Mason and his wife, Shirley, of Morrisville, and William Dawson and his wife, Francis, of Springfield; an aunt, Mary Marsh, of Vergennes; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents; by brothers: Chelsea Mason, Lacey Longey, Ronald Longey, and Richard Savage; and by a half-sister, Melody Stockwell. A memorial service will be held at the Albany United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 29, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Nathan Strong officiating. Friends may call from noon until time of service at the church. Contributions in Mr. Mason's memory may be made to the Albany Volunteer Fire Department, in care of TomasinaJacogs, treasurer, 1522 Creek Road, Craftsbury Common, Vermont 05827.

, 82, of Albany died Wednesday evening, March 19, 2008, in the loving care of her daughter Deborah Locke and family. Mrs. Larocque was born in Lowell on February 8, 1926, a daughter of George and Jennie (Simino) Mason. On February 9, 1946, she married Roland Larocque, who died in June 2001 after 55 years of marriage. She was a very hard and devoted worker. She worked many years for W.P. Brow in Albany on the potato farm. She helped her husband with dairy farm work at the Lake Hosmer Farm in Albany for several years as well as doing housework for her own and for others. She did some cooking at the Orleans Country Club restaurant. She was a laborer at the former Anderson Mill in Orleans and retired in 1999 after a combined 30 years at Ethan Allen Manufacturing in Orleans, where she was a hand sander and inspector. She loved family, cooking and gardening, even submitting some of her produce to the Orleans County Fair, canning, and making pickles. She enjoyed reading romance novels, music and dancing, collecting salt and pepper shakers and cookie jars, and taking many photos of family, friends, and her travels. She leaves her daughter Deborah Locke and her husband, Lyman Jr., of Albany; a granddaughter, Angela McAllister, and her husband, Ben, of Albany; two very special great-grandchildren, Emma and Seth McAllister, of Albany; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. She was predeceased by her husband, Roland; by two infant children, Guy and Marie; by a brother, Sammy Mason; and by three sisters: Ione Sawyer, Germaine Cote, and Marie Chaffee. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Craftsbury March 24 with Father Michael Augustinowitz officiating. Spring interment will be in the Albany Village Cemetery.

announces her death on March 17, 2008, at North Country Hospital in Newport, where she was surrounded by the love of her children. Mrs. Britch was born December 1, 1929, in Newport, the sixth child of 12 born to Leo and Thelma (Morse) Cheney. She attended the former South and West schools in Newport and later attended the former Sacred Heart Convent in Newport in its two-year commercial course. At age 15, she and her family moved to a farm in Lowell where she engaged in farming with her family and began her duties of milking one cow before she went to school each morning and again upon her return home. On August 1, 1950, she married Roland Neil "Hun" Britch Sr. at the First Congregational Church in Westfield. He predeceased her on February 24, 1998. After her marriage she worked hard to help her husband support their family. She was employed at one time as a waitress by the former Green Valley Restaurant in Troy, for many years at the veneer mill in Newport, and as a machinist at Tivoly Tap and Dye in Derby Line, from which she retired in 1991. Her passion in life was being a devoted wife and raising her four children. Some of her characteristics were her wisdom, sense of humor, quick wit, and ability to love everyone. She was an avid reader and crossword puzzle whiz, and she was very proud of making and completing four beautiful quilts for her children's Christmas gifts this past year. She fed the birds, and her family was always happy to see her face light up when a cardinal would arrive at the feeder. Another part of her life that her family recently became aware of was her faithful financial support of several charities, including St. Jude's Children's Hospital, Disabled American Veterans, the American Cancer Society, and many others. One local commitment was to North Country Union High School's cafeteria, where she would make sure a particular student had money in his account for meals. After the death of her husband, she moved in with her son Ron Britch in Newport, where she made her home on the third floor of the funeral home. She is survived and mourned by her children: Gail Fecteau and her husband, Dean, of Coventry, Debi Hammond and her husband, Dale, of Newport Center, Roland "Ron" Britch Jr. of Newport, and Crystal M. Britch of Newport; by four wonderful grandchildren: Julie Hammond and her companion, Kirk Cooper, of Highgate, Corey Hammond and his wife, Quyen, of Williston, DeanFecteau "D.J." Jr. of Newport, and Catherine Cheney and her friend, Chris Burgess, of Acworth, Georgia; by her dear great-grandchildren: Noah and Abigail and Riley, who will be born in May; by a dear brother, Francis Cheney Sr., of Newport; by a dear sister, Diane Renihan, and her husband, David, of Jupiter, Florida; by several wonderful nieces and nephews; by other cherished family members: Richard and Louise Bouffard and their children Brandon, Soleil, and Jolee of Newport Center. She was predeceased by sisters Barbara Warner and Donna Lontine; and by brothers: Leo, Walter, Edgar, Erwin, Donald, Robert, and Wayne Cheney. Funeral services were held March 22 at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel in Newport with the Reverend Richard Whitehill and the Reverend Phillip Branon officiating. Spring interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Britch's memory may be made to North Country Union High School, Student Activities Lunch Program Fund (for students in need), in care of Amber Limlaw, P.O. Box 725, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 75, died and found a peace that everyone hopes to find. He fought a long and hard battle with cancer, succumbing to the illness with his family present. Colonel Bowman will be greatly thought of by many because of the people's lives he has touched. His ability to change the world around him, and to help the ones he loved, will be greatly missed. His love for a great meal - steak, potatoes, and salad - and his great love for the outdoors were passed on to everyone he knew. He was an avid golfer, skier, and duck hunter, which he enjoyed with many of his friends and his son James. He was born in the village of Orleans, town of Barton, on November 24, 1932, to W. Walter and Dorothy B. Bowman of Orleans. He went on to attend college, graduating with his bachelor of arts in agriculture from the University of Vermont. Shortly after college he began what was to become a lifelong military career in the U.S. Army. During his service to this nation he received his master's degree from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He achieved many accomplishments while in the military, including: being a member of the 101st Airborne, completing Ranger school and two tours in Vietnam, attending War College, and being promoted to commander of the Memphis Defense Depot in Tennessee. After more than 33 years of devoted service for his nation, he retired in 1983. Following his retirement, he settled in Memphis with his new bride, Helen, where he continued to support and work in his community. He was appointed deputy administer for the Shelby County Correction Center in Memphis. He retired from Shelby County following ten years of service. He is survived by his wife, Helen W. Bowman, of Memphis; by his mother, Dorothy R. Bowman, of Orleans; by his brother Bruce B. Bowman of Tampa, Florida; by his daughter Dr. Janice C. Bowman of San Diego, California; by his son James C. Bowman of Manassas, Virginia; by his stepdaughter Debra McClure and her husband, Jim, of Lebanon, Tennessee; and by his stepdaughter Dr. Angela Walk of Nashville, Tennessee. He will be missed by many, including his many extended loving family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Riveroaks Reformed Presbyterian Church Youth Group, 1665 Germantown Road, South Germantown, Tennessee 38138. A service was held March 22 at the Riveroaks Reformed Presbyterian Church, followed by a graveside military service in Clarksdale, Mississippi.

, 85, of Troy died peacefully on March 18, 2008, at her home in Troy. Mrs. Bonneau was born August 29, 1922, in Westfield, a daughter of Alorio and Eva (Cabana) Meunier. On September 6, 1943, she married Jean Paul Bonneau, who predeceased her on April 15, 2005. She was a homemaker and worked on the family farm along with her husband and family. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, and cooking. Her family was her life, and every Sunday (memere day), she cooked dinner for her family of 30 or more. She held memberships with the Ladies of Sacred Heart, helping with many meals, and was a very active member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Troy. She is survived by her children: Norman Bonneau and his fiancée, Mary Williams, of Champlain, New York, Suzanne Dunn and her husband, Robert, of Troy, Helen Before and her husband, Dwayne, of Troy, Irene Dagesse and her husband, Daniel, of Derby, Rene Bonneau and his wife, Mary-Lou, of Troy, and Alan Bonneau and his wife, Lauri, of Derby Line; by her 21 grandchildren; by 11 great-grandchildren; by son-in-law Michael Abair of Monument, Colorado; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and brothers- and sisters-in-law. She was predeceased by her daughter Pauline Abair; and by brothers: Joe, Gerard, Jean, and Hector Meunier. Funeral services were held March 24 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church with the Reverend Henry Mlinganisa celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Spring interment will be in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Bonneau's memory may be made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, P.O. Box 109, Troy, Vermont 05868 or to a charity of one's choice.

, 93, of Derby Line died March 20, 2008, in Newport. Mr. Beauchesne was born January 14, 1915, in Morgan, a son of Wilfred and and Arcelia (Favreau) Beauchesne. On May 20, 1940, he married Theresa Guillette, who survives him. He was employed for 35 years at Butterfields in Derby Line as a machinist. He held memberships with the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers and the Butterfields Quarter Century Club. He was a past member of the Derby Fish and Game Club. He was a member of Drift Dusters, where he and his wife were very active members and avid snowmobilers. He was a member of St. Edward's Catholic Church in Derby Line. He and his wife enjoyed going to their camp in Norton, which he built. He loved to hunt, fish, and hike, and they both enjoyed being with nature. First and foremost was his family. He enjoyed their visits, family gatherings, and adventures. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Beauchesne, of Derby Line; by two sons, Donald H. Beauchesne and his wife, Penny, of Hopkinton, New Hampshire, and Dennis Beauchesne and his wife, Anita, of Derby; by grandchildren: Mark Beauchesne, Jason Beauchesne, Briana Beauchesne, Erin Moreira, Raymond Beauchesne, Regan Vaine, Norman Fortin, JoAnne St. Onge, Andre Fortin, and Louise Fortin; by 19 great-grandchildren; by his sister Antoinette Brooks of Montpelier; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter Lucille Fortin on March 1, 1982. Funeral services were held March 24 at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Derby Line with the Reverend Yvon Royer celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Spring interment will be in St. Edward's Catholic Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Beauchesne's his memory may be made to the Newport Health Care Center, activities fund, Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.