, 82, of Bear Swamp Road died peacefully Tuesday, September 29th at Berlin Health & Rehab Center. He was born in Montpelier on November 20, 1926 the son of Pearl Barclay and Doris (Goucher) Barclay and attended school in Adamant. He served in the US Army in Okinawa from May 25, 1949 to his honorable discharge as a Sergeant on August 7, 1952. During his service, he was presented with the Medal of Valor and was cited for bravery, heroism, and courage. On July 4, 1953, he married Carole May Bailey in Middlesex, VT. She pre-deceased him on March 8, 1999. Nelson and Carole lived on Bear Swamp Road for many years and raised three daughters. Known as the “Mayor of Middlesex,” he had an unsurpassed community spirit, serving as the Middlesex Town Constable for many years and as a founding member of the Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department. Nelson enjoyed working outdoors, hunting, fishing, gardening, working late in his garage, continuing the never-ending vehicle search for his kids and grandkids, listening to old country music on Sunday mornings, and cooking breakfasts for his family. He was especially known for his world-famous pancakes and the “brick brownies” where he forgot the oil. He also loved to work in the woods putting up several cords of firewood for the winter months. Nelson worked as a granite polisher at Beck & Beck Granite Company and Jones Brothers Granite, eventually retiring from the Peerless Granite Shed. He was a Washington County Deputy Sheriff where he served as an escort and worked at the Tunbridge World’s Fair and the Washington County Field Days. Nelson was also a member of the VFW # 792 and the Moose Club of Barre. He is greatly loved by his children and grandchildren and will be missed so very much. He is survived by his 3 daughters, Lynda Barclay of Montpelier; Diana Putnam and her husband, Luther of Middlesex; and Lorretta Barclay of Middlesex; and 5 grandchildren, Shandi Barclay, Karson Barclay, Darren Wise, Zachary Wise, and Laurena Wise. He is also survived by 5 brothers, Harold of East Longmeadow, MA; Bernard of Barre, VT; Albert of Albemarle, N.C.; Steve of Hardwick, VT; Robert of Springfield, MA; 3 sisters, Marion Miles of Maysville, N.C.; Elizabeth Barclay of Berlin, VT; and Bernice Sicely of Proctor, VT; 2 sisters-in-law, Wendie Bruce and her husband, Ronald of Moretown, VT; and Wanda Calderon and her husband, Miguel of Holyoke, MA; brother-in-law, Gerald Bailey, Jr., of Berlin, VT, and many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by 4 brothers; Dewey, Clarence, Ralph and Kenneth Barclay. Calling hours will be held on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, from the Middlesex United Methodist Church. Burial and military honors will be at Middlesex Center Cemetery.

of Barre, Vermont died unexpectedly in her home on Saturday, August 22, 2009. She was 53 years old. She was co-owner of Learning Partners, Inc. a consulting firm known for its work in developing and administering the STep Ahead Recognition Program (STARS), Vermont’s quality rating system for child care, preschool, and after school programs throughout the state. She also taught several courses as an adjunct faculty member at CCV in the fields of early childhood and school age development and with her business partner, Deb Curtis, delivered professional development trainings across the state for those working with children and families. Chuck was well loved and respected in the early childhood and school age community. Chuck was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 21, 1956, the third child in a family of four. She was the quirkiest and perhaps most adventuresome of the kids, often instigating many of the childhood misadventures she and her sister and brothers would later regret. Chuck grew up in Bloomington, Indiana and attended college there. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in child development from Indiana University in the 1970s and was well respected by students and faculty alike for her research and teaching skills. Having spent wonderful summers in Greensboro, Vermont for most of her life, Chuck decided to more to Barre in 1990 where she worked at Turtle Island Childcare Center and at the Family Center of Washington County in Montpelier before starting the consulting firm, Learning Partners in July 2000. Working with her business partner Deb Curtis, the business was dedicated to making the world a better place for children. Chuck is survived by her sister Jenny Bayles of Buffalo, New York, brothers Ernie Bayles of Ithaca, New York, and Jeff Bayles of San Rafael, California, her niece Eleanor Bayles of Ithaca, New York, nephews Noah and Ezra Steinfeld of Buffalo and Spencer Bayles of Ithaca, New York, her business partner and best friend, Deb Curtis, Deb’s two children Ryan and Hannah Moraski of Barre, and Chuck’s two cats, Sukey and Tucker. We will all miss her. Chuck was predeceased by her mother Rosemary (Buehler) Fraser, stepfather Dean Fraser, father Lewis Allen Bayles, and stepmother Roberta Bayles. As was her wish upon leaving this life, Chuck’s body has been donated for use in forensic science and no memorial service is being planned. Those wishing to remember Chuck should send donations in her memory to Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687,Montpelier, VT 05601.

died peacefully with her family by her side on January 6, 2009 at Berlin Health & Rehab. Born in Waterbury to Harold & Myrtie (Tatro) Eastman on March 3, 1925 she grew up in Moretown at the Eastern Magnesia Talc Mine, attended Rockbridge one-room schoolhouse and graduated from Waterbury High School in 1943. While attending nursing school at Barre City Hospital she married Edward Bessette on February 16, 1945. They lived most of their married life on Charles Street in Montpelier where Evelyn ran a day-care from 1957 – 1987. She is survived by their six children: Doug & his wife Terry of Berlin; Sandy Farnham & her husband Allan of Plainfield; Terry & his wife Jean of Albuquerque NM; Sherrie Brewster of East Montpelier; Bonnie and her husband Steve Burkholder of St. John, USVI; and Penny and her husband Francis Hannigan of Montpelier. 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her husband, their first grandchild Michael Edward Bessette and her sister Marguerite Griffith. Evelyn was a girl scout leader, city lister, long-time member of Central Vermont Boating Club, active in the Rockbridge School reunions and did a history of the talc mines with photos and interviews that she donated to local libraries. Her family was her life and they enjoyed picnics, camping trips, boating and lots of family get-togethers. Services will be held in the spring along with her internment in Holy Cross Cemetery in Duxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Project Independence, 420 Washington Street, Barre, VT 05641or Alzheimer's Association- Vermont Chapter 172 N. Main Street Barre, VT 05641.

, 83, formerly of Vine Street in Northfield, died Saturday, March 14, 2009 at her home at the Lincoln House in Barre. She was born on December 27, 1925 in Middlesex Center, the daughter of Arthur and Violet (Morrill) Farnham. She attended graded school in Morrisville. In August of 1941, she married John L. Boyce in Morrisville. Mr. Boyce predeceased her. Mrs. Boyce spent her career as a Nurses Aid at the Copley Manor Nursing Home in Morrisville. She was a member of the Lighthouse Christian Church in Montpelier. Mrs. Boyce was especially fond of children and would fill her bulletin boards with pictures of her extended family, friends, and the children she enjoyed so much. Survivors include her sister, Dorothy Freeman of Berlin; two brothers, Robert Farnham of Stockbridge, VT and Geary Farnham of Alpine, NC; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband; a sister, Lillian Circello; and a brother, Daniel Farnham. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held in the spring in Morrisville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln House, 120 Hill Street, Barre, VT 05641.

84 of Montpelier passed away after a short stay at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his family and close friends on May 27, 2009. Frank was born in Rochester, Vermont on December 18, 1924 the son of the late Joseph and Victoria (Peloquin) Corriveau. Frank served in the U. S. Navy during World War II in the Atlantic and Pacific fleets for seven years as a Boatswain’s Mate. He was very proud of his service to his country. Frank married Patricia Rose King of Waterbury on September 5, 1947. After Frank completed his tour in the service they moved to Montpelier where they have resided for over 60 years. Frank worked for Richard’s and Perolini for 27 years as a fuel oil driver and bulk plant manager. In 1973 Frank and his son Michael opened Carriveau’s Gulf, Valve and Reconditioning Shop on Berlin Street in Montpelier which they operated together for 25 years. You could always count on Frank for great conversation, prompt and courteous service along with a hot cup of coffee. Frank enjoyed spending time with his lovely wife, Patricia. They enjoyed traveling the scenic routes of Vermont checking out lawn sales for treasures. Frank loved spending time with his family as these were some of his happiest moments. Frank’s grandchildren meant the world to him and he adored each and every one of them. Frank also developed a passion for gardening and his green thumb is evident in the magnificent flower gardens at his home on River Street in Montpelier and his orchards in East Montpelier. Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia of sixty-one years; his three sons, Frank B. Carriveau and wife Rachel of Montpelier, their daughter Becky Carriveau of Saugus, Massachusetts; Michael A. Carriveau and Robin Barton of Plainfield, their four children, Justin Carriveau and wife Dana and family of Las Vegas, Nevada, Lisa Carriveau of South Barre, Jason Carriveau of Cambridge, Massachusetts and Chandler Barton of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Greg P. Carriveau of Adamant, his daughter Amanda Sue and his son Joseph (Joey) Patrick Carriveau. His three sisters, Theresa Westover, Lillian Sherman, both of Moretown, and Rita Abare of Essex Junction. Frank was predeceased by his grandson, Frank Matthew Carriveau in 2006. He was also predeceased by three brothers, Joseph, Patrick and Henry Corriveau and one sister Margaret Sollace. All are invited to a graveside service at Green Mount Cemetery in Montpelier on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. The family asks that you also join them for a reception and celebration of Frank’s life at the VFW Post 792, Pioneer Street in Montpelier following the service at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you experiment with your "green thumb" and plant a tree or flower in Frank’s memory or memorial contributions may be sent to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice in care of the Hospice Program at 600 Granger Road, Barre, Vermont 05641.

83 of Montpelier passed away at the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her family on December 5, 2009. Patricia was born in Waterbury, Vermont on January 16, 1926 the daughter of John and Mary (Martin) King. Patricia graduated from Waterbury High School in 1944. She met "the love of her life", Frank Carriveau of Rochester, Vermont and they were married on September 5, 1947. Patricia and Frank were married for 61 wonderful years until Frank passed away on May 27, 2009. They were introduced by Frank's sister, Margaret who was also Patricia's High School friend. Patricia's family always came first and she dedicated the early years of her married life to raising her three sons. She worked for Nelson Brothers, Sears Roebuck and Company and the Howard Bank of Montpelier. Patricia joined her husband, Frank and son, Michael when they opened Carriveau's Gulf in 1973 on Berlin Street in Montpelier as the Office Manager/Bookkeeper where she worked for 25 years until her retirement in 1998. Patricia was up bright and early every Saturday morning so she could peruse each and every lawn sale in Montpelier to find the best deal of the weekend. Patricia and Frank traveled throughout Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine enjoying the beautiful scenery while they were trying to find that special treasure. Some of Patricia's happiest moments were the times she spent with her husband, children, and grandchildren at various family gatherings. Patricia is survived by her three sons, Frank B. Carriveau and his wife Rachel of Montpelier, their daughter Becky Carriveau of Saugus, Massachusetts; Michael A. Carriveau and Robin Barton of Plainfield, their four children, Justin Carriveau and wife Dana and family of Las Vegas, Nevada, Lisa Carriveau of South Barre, Jason Carriveau of Cambridge, Massachusetts and Chandler Barton of Virginia Beach, Virginia; Greg P. Carriveau of Adamant, his daughter Amanda Sue and his son Joseph (Joey) Patrick Carriveau. Her two sisters, Doris Simonetti and Helen King. Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Frank and her grandson, Frank Matthew Carriveau. She was also predeceased by her three brothers, John, Thomas, and Jessie King and five sisters, Lela Munger, Nellie Laraway, Iva Hennessey, Martha King and Laura VanGorda. The family would like you to join them for a reception and celebration of Patricia's life on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the VFW Post 792, Pioneer Street in Montpelier. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

, 40, formerly of Middlesex, currently of Klamath Falls, OR, died March 6, 2009 at the Oregon Health and Science University Hospital in Portland, OR. David was born on August 16, 1968, the son of Walter and Shirley (Skirry) Champine. He graduated from Union 32 High School in 1986. In 1990 he earned a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science from Unity College in Unity, Maine. Following his education David worked as a park ranger for the U.S. Park Service at the Washington D.C. National Mall. He moved to Oregon in 2000 where he also was a park ranger for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service at Tule Lake Wildlife Refuge. While living in Washington, D.C. David participated in World War I reenactments and in Klamath Falls he was a member of the Cascade Civil War Society. David always enjoyed hunting and fishing and the outdoors. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Klamath Falls. Survivors include his parents Walter and Shirley Champine of Middlesex, VT; a brother, Joe Champine of Worcester, VT; and his sister, Ann Krom of Kingston, NY; 2 nieces and 2 nephew and 2 uncles. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 28, 2009 from St. Augustine Catholic Church in Montpelier. Committal prayers and burial will be in the spring at the Middlesex Center Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the State of Vermont Agency of Human Services Children with Special Health Needs 108 Cherry Street #101 Burlington Vermont 05401. (802)863-7338

, 78, a longtime resident of Shady Rill Road, Middlesex died Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Pittsford, VT on January 13, 1931 the son of Lawrence & Alice (Barnard) Champine. He attended schools in Pittsford and graduated from Pittsford High School in 1949. Walter later studied agriculture at Vermont Agriculture School in Randolph. Walter married Shirley Skirry on November 15, 1952 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952-54 during the Korean War. Following his war service, Walter worked for Cross Bakery in Montpelier and several years as milk deliveryman for Jackson Dairy when they delivered dairy products directly to people’s homes. His latest employment was a truck driver and deliveryman for Capital Candy Company of Barre. Walter was a volunteer firefighter, and a longtime member of the Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department. As a hobby he enjoyed tinkering and repairing automobiles. Walter also sang with the former Barber Shoppers. Walter is survived by his wife, Shirley of Middlesex; daughter, Ann Krom and her husband, Stephen of Kingston, NY; son, Joe Champine and his wife, Keri of Worcester; grandchildren, Nicholas & Jeremy Krom, and Samantha & Sydney Champine; brothers, Donald Champine of Florence, VT and Norman Champine of Dorset, VT. Walter was predeceased by a son, David on March 6, 2009. A Funeral Mass will be offered at 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 13th, at St. Augustine Catholic Church. A reception will follow the Mass and burial will take place in Middlesex Center Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center, Patient Activities Fund, 98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT 05641.

formally of Montpelier, more recently Berlin Health and Rehab died Sunday August 23rd at the CVH due to complications from Pneumonia. Bob was 76, born April 10, 1933 to Harold and Daisy Clark. He lived most of his life in the Barre-Montpelier area. Bob spent time in the Air Force. Bob did several odd jobs over the course of the years on farms, landscaping and house cleaning. Bob’s hobbies included listening to country music, dancing, watching TV and going for long rides. Bob will be remembered for his love of singing and his courage through his illness. Besides his parents Bob was predeceased by two brothers John and George. Bob will be missed by those who knew him and were able to share parts of their life with him. A special thanks to Berlin Health and Rehab for the care Bob received during his stay there. Also, a special thanks to the CVH ER, Dr. Taylor and Dr. Crose for the care he was given on Sunday before he went to be with the Lord. There will be no calling hours and the Memorial Service will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Randolph Center on Tuesday September 1, 2009 at 2:00.

, 75, of Upper Main Street, Montpelier died December 21st at Berlin Health & ReHab Center after a long illness. She was born October 28, 1934 in Williamstown, VT the daughter of Stanley & Frieda (Bundy) Bellam. She received her education in schools in Shelburne and graduated from Shelburne High School in 1952. In her early working years she worked at the Shelburne Creamery and later as a nurses’ aid for many years at the former Putnam Rest Home in Putnamville and Heaton House in Montpelier. She was married to Ted Brooker and later she was married to Jack Dutton who is now deceased. Joyce was then married to Marvin Collette. Joyce was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Montpelier and the Trinity Episcopal Church in Shelburne. She was a longtime member of the Christian Women’s Club. She loved music and enjoyed being a member of the Trinity Choir. Survivors include her husband, Marvin Collette of Montpelier; daughter, Kimberly Dutton of Barre and a son, Brian Brooker of Enosburg, VT; four step-daughters, Jackie Hatch of Northfield, VT; Candi Gingras of Milton, VT; Roxanne Dutton of Tuscon, AZ; Lori Renaud of Barre, VT and two step-sons, Michael Dutton of Cedar Park, TX and Lafe Dutton of San Diego, CA; a sister, Barbara Wilson of Valatie, NY.She is also survived by several grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Joyce was predeceased by a son, Craig Brooker in 2008 and a brother, Clyde Bellam. A Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 at Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier. Memorial contributions may be made to Berlin Health & ReHab Center, Patient Activities Fund, 98 Hospitality Drive, Barre, VT 05641. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the wonderful caring compassionate staff on B Wing "Brighter Days".

died Tuesday, November 24th at Central Vermont Medical Center. Born November 14th, 1958 in Brooklyn, N.Y. he was the son of Charles and Charlotte (Cummings) Connors. Both of his parents and his brother, Kevin, pre-deceased him. He is survived by his cousin, Roberta Cummings, of Brooklyn, N.Y. and leaves several friends in the Montpelier area. Growing up in Brooklyn, he enjoyed getting out into nature during camping trips with his family. Before moving to Vermont he worked in New York in the television industry building sets for daytime TV shows. He moved to Vermont in 1990 and remained in the Montpelier area. His sense of humor and determined spirit carried him through difficult times and he was always on the alert to the needs of those who needed help, whether it be an elderly person or a stray kitten that needed rescuing. He loved animals and always had a special touch with them. A grave side service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 1st, at Green Mount Cemetery, Lower State Street, Montpelier. Contributions to Brian's memory may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601.

, 88, of 32 Loomis St., Montpelier died May 11, 2009, at the Vermont Respite House in Williston with her loving family at her bedside. Celina was a resident of Montpelier throughout her life. She was born November 20, 1920. Her father, Roque Pinan, emigrated from Loredo, Spain and her mother, Eudosia Toca emigrated from Soma, Spain. She was very proud of her Spanish heritage. Celina married Edward Cormier and they had two children, Edward James of Brooksville Florida and Donna Gray of Montpelier. Celina worked at The Children's Store in Montpelier for several years and then changed her profession to be an underwriter at Vermont Mutual until she retired. She loved to walk and had a keen interest in heath and nutrition. She was an avid gardener which may have been nurtured by her father who was an herbalist. She also was extremely interested in world political events and had a vast knowledge of the history of Montpelier which she loved to share with friends. She took great pride in her Victorian home on Loomis Street and she received the annual Residential Preservation Award from the Montpelier Heritage Group for her efforts to enhance and preserve the architectural heritage of her home. She was a great cook and loved to do special dishes for her family. She deeply loved her family, and her grandchildren were the light of her life. She is predeceased by her husband, Edward in 1986, her father Roque, her mother Eudosia, her sister Carmen Pinan Gomez, and her brothers Richard, Roque and Isadoro Pinan. Celina is survived by her son Edward Jr., her daughter & son-in-law Donna & Arthur Gray, her four grandchildren, Joseph Cormier, Tonya Washburn, Melissa & Keren Pavese, and her three great-grandchildren, Lia Washburn, Corey Florucci and Tyler Pillsbury. The funeral will be on Tuesday, May 26th at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Church at the corner of Main and School Streets in Montpelier. A time of remembrance will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 79, of Pioneer Apartments, died Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in White River Junction, VT. He was born on August 14, 1929 in Elmont, NY, the son of John and Nora B.(Herite) Danko. He received catholic education in Huntington Station, NY and later went on to masonry trade school. Mr. Danko served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and was stationed in North Africa where he help build concrete airport runways. He was honorable discharged in 1953. On August 28, 1954, he married Elizabeth M. DeJesu in Oyster Bay, NY. She predeceased him on February 24, 1985. He worked as a union brick layer for a number of years before he purchased the Hendy Snack Bar on Berlin Street. He and Betty owned and operated the Danko Discount Beverage and Redemption Center on Berlin Street, Montpelier. After closing that business, worked again as a brick layer until retirement. Mr. Danko was a member of St. Augustine Parish. He was also a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus and past Grand Knight. Survivors include his daughter, Sheila Marineau and her husband, Mark of Barre Town; son, Michael J. Danko of South Barre, five grandchildren; Karen M. Mabe and her husband, Michael of Pleasant Garden, NC, Jessie Marineau of Barre Town, Louis E. Marineau II of Montpelier, Kristian Marineau of Carbondale, IL, and Emily Marineau of Barre Town; two great grandchildren, Dylan Banhner and Zoey Henry. Three sisters also survive him. He was predeceased by his wife and a sister, Mary O’Brien. Calling hours will be held from 7:00-9:00 on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, from St. Augustine Catholic Church. Committal prayers will be offered at the Green Mount Cemetery following the mass. Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Catholic Schools, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602.

, 83, of Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center, died Friday, June 26, 2009. She was born November 26, 1925 in Middlesex, the daughter of Carl A. Stridsberg & Elsie Stridsberg Morrill and the step daughter of Melvin K. Morrill. She was educated in Middlesex Schools and graduated in 1944 from Montpelier High School. Lucille married Robert M. Demers in 1948. She is survived by their children, Randall Demers and his wife, Candy of Middlesex and Vicki Jane Roux and her husband, Lloyd of Williamstown; 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Claire Couture of East Montpelier and Florida, two brothers, Melvin Morrill of Morganton, N.C., and Donald Morrill of Barre. She was predeceased by one brother, Alva “Tootie” Stridsberg. Calling hours will be Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. at Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Rebecca Clark, pastor of Trinity United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Berlin Corners Cemetery.

, 84 of Grandview Terrace, Montpelier died, Sunday, April 19, 2009 at his home. John was born in Montpelier, VT November 6, 1925 of John M. And Laura (Villa) Donnelly. He attended St. Michael Graded Schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1943. In October 1943 he entered the US Navy during WW 2, serving in both Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean Theater and the Asiatic-Pacific Theaters, and was discharged from the service in March of 1946 as a radioman. John later graduated from the Vermont Junior College in 1948. Mr. Donnelly first started his insurance career as a special agent with the American Fidelity Company and later became associated with Brown Insurance Agency in 1960 and became vice-president and secretary. He retired February 1, 1983. John is a member of St. Augustine Church, Life member; Past Exalted Rule (PER); Past District Deputy (PDD) of the Montpelier Elks #924, American Legion #3, VFW #792, Mutuo Inc., and former member of the Montpelier Rotary Club. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Dineen, whom he married December 1, 1951 in Barre, VT; a daughters, Susan Tucker of Barre Town and her husband, Jeffery Tucker and twin grandsons Brian and Eric Tucker. Also a nephew, Rt. Col. Stephen Donnelly of Burke, VA, and a niece Jane Lanigan of Vancouver, WA and several cousins. He was predeceased by his parents and a daughter, Patricia Atwood and a brother Robert Donnelly. John enjoyed sports and coached a Babe Ruth baseball team. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends. A mass will be offered 11:00 am on Friday, April 24, 2009 at St. Augustine church.. Burial will follow at the Green Mount Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions can be made to Silver Towers Camp, c/o Montpelier Elks # 924, P.O. Box 1461, Montpelier, VT 05601 or to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641

, 92, died Monday December 21, 2009 in Montpelier. She was born Florence Louise Lewis in St. Albans, VT on August 1, 1917 the youngest daughter of George & Florence (Hatch) Lewis. Louise was educated in St. Albans schools and Burlington Business College. She was employed at the National Life Insurance Company several times and one stretch of 25 years in the new business section. She was a member of the quarter Century Club at National Life and a member of Bethany Church. Louise enjoyed volunteer work at the library and the Red Cross and was an avid reader. She was married to Carroll L. Duke in 1943. Mr. Duke died in 1980. Two children were born of this union, Jeffrey Lewis Duke of Winooski, VT; and Wm. James Duke of Richland, Iowa; they survive her as well a niece and several nephews. She was predeceased by a sister and a brother. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 28th, at the Bethany Church, Main Street, Montpelier. Burial will be on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Green Mount Cemetery, Montpelier. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, VT or to the Vermont Association of the Blind & Visually Impaired, VABVI, Development Office, 60 Kimball Ave., South Burlington, VT 05403.

was born in her parents’ sunny bedroom at Maplehurst Farm, Lancaster, Massachusetts. She passed way on Monday, March 9, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia enjoyed every moment of a wonderful life. She grew up on the family farm amidst the agrarian beauty and village charm of Western Massachusetts. Harnessing Bunty, her Shetland pony, she would take carriage rides through the forests and fields to visit and picnic with her cousins. She enjoyed a safe and happy childhood, surrounded by good and decent New England people. Born into the Unitarian faith, Sylvia grew up with respect for all living things and her mind was always open to new ideas. Sylvia loved nature in all of its miraculous expressions. Her grandfather and father were ornithologists and she could easily identify birds by their songs, plumage, flight and movement. Her mother was a farmer who drove tractors and Jaguars and was trailed by a pack of adoring Yorkshire Terriers. She loved all animals, and she took delight in their traits and personalities. “Be gentle, talk to them quietly,” she would advise. And that is the way that she treated people. Sylvia was a member of the fourth graduating class at Bennington College. Bennington was the perfect college for her brilliant and inquisitive mind and her open heart and spirit. She used her scientific education to better understand the world and independently solve problems. A fully-developed woman, she perfectly balanced science and the arts. She loved to ask questions and learn new information. She knew that wise teachers and a good education are cornerstones of happy, healthy children and families. She believed that every child should be a wanted child. Sylvia loved babies and children, and she always stood up for their dignity and well-being. Sylvia loved Ronald Ferry, her husband of sixty-five years. Together they purchased an old Vermont hill farm on the outskirts of Montpelier, their home for more than half a century, and they established his surgical practice. Sylvia and Ron did everything together in a harmonious and loving way. She supported his medical practice and made a happy loving home for themselves, their three children, and generations of dogs, cats, donkeys and fowl. She enriched her children’s education with travel, books, art, interesting people, animals, and her profound insight. She loved farming, maple sugaring and gardening and the forests and fields of her home and the beautiful State of Vermont. Sylvia worked tirelessly to improve Vermont. She chaired the Montpelier School Board and made it school policy that every child would have an honest opportunity to completely develop his or her ability. She hired talented visionary school superintendents and principals. She made sure that problems were solved fairly. She led the PTA and encouraged parents to support childhood education. She developed and taught the Environmental Learning for the Future (ELF) program for Vermont public schools. Sylvia loved the beauty and riches of these green hills and she was a pioneer at the Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) and the Vermont Land Trust. She used her education, her New England background, and her kind and gentle personality to build sound and sustainable public policy. In more recent years, Sylvia was active in Food Works at Two Rivers Center. Sylvia cherished children and families, and Vermont’s human and environmental ecology. She understood that children who are hungry fell insecure and they will neither learn, nor grow physically and emotionally. With her friends and colleagues at Two Rivers she worked to eliminate the root causes of childhood hunger by returning students and their communities back to the land through hands-on food and gardening educational opportunities. At Two Rivers children and their families learn how to grow and prepare nutritious and appetizing food. Contributions in Sylvia’s name can be made to: Food Works at Two Rivers Center, 64 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602 and . Sylvia learned to play the tympany, and Ron learned how to play the clarinet. For years they have practiced and performed together at the Montpelier Orchestra and the Adult Musical Ensemble. Sylvia played her kettle drums with style and enthusiasm. Like the birds, she loved music. Sylvia lived her life with her principle of “Faith and Love”. She always saw and developed the best in people. She could talk with anyone. Her earthly body has departed. Her cheerful loving spirit and her thoughtful legacy of an improving world are carried forward by her loving family, who always stick together: Ron Ferry, Charles Ferry, Elizabeth Ferry, Edward and Sylvia (Ferry) Smith, Nathanial Smith, Lindsey (Smith) and Johnnie Meehan, cherished friends, and thriving organizations. A memorial service commemorating Sylvia’s life will be celebrated on Friday, March 13, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 139 Main Street, Montpelier, VT.

, 70, of East Hill Road, and a resident of Middlesex for over 42 years, died Monday, May 25, 2009 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was born on April 10, 1939 in Montpelier the son of Bernice (Shatney) Fleury and Everett “Paul” Fleury. Richard attended local schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1957. Following high school he served in the Vermont Army National Guard. He married Kathleen M. Callahan on September 9, 1961 in Richmond. They have 6 children together and 7 grandchildren. Mr. Fleury worked for the former H.A. Hubbard Oil Company, Seguin Heating Oil, and for several years he was a self-employed logger. He later worked for Foti Fuels of Montpelier and Farrell Distributing. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. Richard will always be remembered for his tales about his hunting adventures with his dad, uncles, cousins and brother-in-law. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen of Middlesex; daughter, Rachel Wielebski and her husband Ronald, of Milwaukee, WI; sons, Richard Jr., and his wife, Heidi of Plainfield; Jason and his wife, Cathi of Barre; Patrick and his wife, Angela of Northfield; Henry and Matthew both of Middlesex; grandchildren, Shane, Tyler and Dakota Fleury of Plainfield; Katie Fleury of Barre and Stephen, Ronald Raymond and Andrew Wielebski of Milwaukee. Richard is also survived by a sister, Paulette Guyette of Northfield; brothers, Donald of Montpelier, Peter of Middlesex and Michael of Barre and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 28, 2009, at St. Augustine Catholic Church. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Vermont Catholic School, 46 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602 or to Middlesex Volunteer Fire Department, 5 Church Street, Middlesex, VT 05602.