of Kirby passed away on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at the age of 91. She was born August 22, 1918, in Concord, the daughter of Harry and Susie (Briggs) Fisher. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald S. Ranney, in 1974. Even though she lived in her own half of the family duplex, the Ranney family had all lived together in the same home in Kirby since moving from East Concord in the late 1940s. She enjoyed working with her flowers and her time spent at Riverside Adult Enrichment Center. Eula is survived by her son, Richard Ranney and wife Susan; two grandchildren, Kimberly Ranney and Mark of Kirby, Troy Ranney and wife Heather of Kirby; two great-grandchildren, Jonathon and Zana; her sister Marguerite Scales of Gilman; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Ranney in 1974, her sister Verl Colby, and her brothers Renford and Carl Fisher. Graveside services will be held Monday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. at the Grove Cemetery in East St. Johnsbury. The Rev. Ann Hockridge will officiate. It was 35 years ago on this day that her husband Donald passed away. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to Third Congregational Church, c/o Carol Austin Brisson, PO Box 77, East St. Johnsbury VT 05838.

, 83, passed away at her home in Littleton, N.H. Born Dec. 17, 1925, in Dalton, N.H., she is the daughter of Dexter C. And Agnes (Guyer) Mooney. Among survivors is a son, John Stillings of Dalton. A complete notice will appear in the Saturday edition of the paper.

, 51, of Glover, died peacefully on Nov. 5, 2009, in Glover. Mrs. Sample was born Aug. 25, 1958, in St. Albans, Vt., youngest daughter of Harlan and Gila (Fleury) Domina. On June 23, 1979, she married Gary James Sample who survives her. She was a graduate of Enosburg High School. She worked at Ethan Allen where she met her husband. She was a librarian at the Glover Public Library and she enjoyed the After 5 Club and book discussion group. Lucy enjoyed crocheting, going to the races with her husband and spending time with her dog Daisy. She is survived by her husband, Gary of Glover; her mother, Gila Domina of Montgomery Center; her brothers Michael Domina and partner Sal Vento of Hull, Mass., Kenneth Domina of Montgomery Center, and Dexter Domina and his partner Charlene Fletcher of St. Johnsbury; a sister Ruth Smith of Barton; her mother-in-law Beverly (Kennison) Sample of Concord, N.H.; two brothers-in-law Dennis Sample and his wife Norma of West Charleston, Brian Sample of Concord, N.H.; sister-in-law Susan Lee and her husband Christopher of Chichester, N.H. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased by her father Harlan Domina. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, with the Rev. Janet Bishop officiating. Interment will follow in Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Glover Public Library, 51 Bean Hill Road, Glover, VT 05839 or to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, surrounded by family members in her home in Lyndonville, went to be with her Lord on Nov. 6, 2009. She was born Nov. 8, 1924 in Wheelock, the only child of Charles A. Flanders and Olive M. (Chamberlain) Flanders Peak. Vernita's father died while she was just an infant and her mother later married George Peak. Vernita graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1942 and married Warren H. Heywood in 1945. Together they raised six children, four of their own, and a niece and nephew after the death of Warren's sister in 1955. A working mother and homemaker, Vernita worked at the Darling Inn, Woolworth's, Ames and Lyndon State College where she retired as the bookstore manager in 1990 after 22 years of service. She was active in the Methodist Church, teaching Bible School and Sunday School. When her boys were young she was a Den Mother for the Cub Scouts. She loved crossword puzzles, reading, gardening, knitting mittens and crocheting afghans for the many grandchildren, but will be most missed and best remembered by all for her famous chocolate chip cookies. They were the best! Vernita was predeceased by her husband Warren in 1992 after 46 years of marriage. She was also predeceased by both parents; her step-father; two step-brothers, Irvin Peak and Melvin Peak; one step-sister, Alma (Peak) Noyes; and a great-grandson Gabriel Heywood. She is survived by three sons, Roger and his wife Frances (Millie) of Lyndonville, Roland and his wife Francine of Derby, and Robert and his wife Faye of Lyndonville; one daughter, Brenda of Lyndonville; her niece Susan (Varney) Johnson and her husband Jim of Bennington, N.H.; her nephew James Varney and his wife Mary of Constable, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Mary Ann Heywood; and other nieces and nephews. We will miss Vernita, but know that she is in the arms of the Lord. Memorial contributions may be made to the animal shelter of your choice.

, Sr., of East Burke died peacefully Nov. 5, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family. "Joe" was born July 28, 1922 in St. Johnsbury, to Joseph P. Tower and Effie D. Stickney. He attended schools in Lyndon and St. Johnsbury, and was a machinist most of his life, working for Tap & Die and Fairbanks Morse, among others. He married Janet Murry in 1953. Besides his wife, survivors include his children, Maurice Tower, Jr., Jody and Alan Wright, Melanie Tower and Betsy Towers; grandchildren Stacey and Scott Tower, Deric and Jamie Lane, Jesse Young, Elizabeth Wright, Katherine, Laurel and Joseph Santaw; great-grandchildren Brandon and Devon Tower, Taylor Millette and Jayden Henderson; sister-in-law Thelma Tower; nieces and nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Bill and David, sister-in-law Phyllis and step-father Amos Boulrisse. In lieu of flowers, make donations to Hospice of Caledonia County, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. Memorial service and burial will be at the convenience of the family.

, 83, of Beattie House, Cottage Street, Littleton, N.H., passed away suddenly on Nov. 4, 2009 at her home. She was born in Dalton, N.H., on Dec. 17, 1925 as Merlene Mary Mooney, daughter of Dexter C. and Agnes (Guyer) Mooney. In September 1945, she married Harold Stillings. They were happily married 41 years enjoying hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, traveling, and showing horses in addition to raising a large family. Merlene is predeceased by her daughter Elaine (Benoit) Holmes; son Robert H. Stillings; and grandson Justin R. Stillings. She is survived by her son John W. Stillings and wife Dawn; daughters Alice Mace and Katelynn (Stillings) Watt. Merlene and Harold opened their home to many foster children too. Merlene loved her grandchildren (13), great-grandchildren (11), and one great-great-grandson. She enjoyed watching her family grow, play sports, ride horses, and becoming parents themselves. The majority of her life she lived in Littleton and happy in the senior communities where she resided. She made many friends who shared her love for bingo, dinners, dances, and travel. She lived life to the fullest. It can be said with assurance that she loved well and was well loved. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at 11 a.m., at Cushman Cemetery, Dalton, N.H. The interim pastor of the First Congregational Church will officiate. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Mount Washington Valley Horse Show Circuit, Gorham, N.H.

, 75, of Danville, formerly of Hardwick, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2009 at her residence. She was born Oct. 22, 1934 in Hardwick, the daughter of the late Fletcher I. Potter Sr. and Natalie A. (Trudeau) Potter. She graduated from Hardwick Academy in the class of 1952. On Aug. 30, 1952 she married Edward Earl Bird in Morrisville. Janet was a co-owner of the Koffee Kup Luncheonette in Danville. She was later employed by several businesses including: the Caledonia National Bank, the Danville School System, St. Johnsbury Trucking and the State of Vermont Agency on Aging. She retired in 1999. She was a member of the American Legion Post # 7 Auxiliary in Hardwick. She enjoyed cooking, traveling, quilting, playing cards, fishing and the time that she spent with her family. Survivors include a son, Dale Bird; two daughters, Darcia Bird and Deborah Peck, all of Danville; seven grandchildren, David Peck and his wife Rebecca, Jeremy Peck and his wife Nicole, Samuel Peck and his wife Cara, Lori Peck Fleurie and her husband Tim, Jenna Bird Heinrich and her husband Jason, Jill Bird and Sonya Bird Downing and her husband Dustin Jr.; 15 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Grover "Butch" Potter and his wife Muriel, of Lyndonville, and Bradley Potter and his wife Beth, of East Ryegate; Jack Bird, loving friend and companion of St. Petersburg, Fla.; sister-in-law Inez Bird; sister and brother-in-law Helen and Louis Billings, all of Hardwick; sister-in-law Nita Potter of Lyndonville; and sister-in-law Bertha Owen of South Barre; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward, on Aug. 17, 2001 and a brother, Fletcher I. Potter Jr. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Northern Vermont Funeral Home, 60 Elm St., Hardwick, with the Rev. Ernest Machia of the Hope Community Church in Walden officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Danville Green Cemetery in Danville. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Danville Rescue Squad, 379 Brainard Street, Danville, VT 05828.

, age 87, of Wilmington, Mass., formerly of South Burlington and Barre, Vt., died Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, at Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Mass., surrounded by his family. Born in Holland, Vt., on Sept. 5, 1922, Carl was the dear son of the late Edmund and Bessie (Patton) Duff. Carl was a teacher and principal in the St. Johnsbury and Barre, Vt., school systems for many years, retiring in 1984. In his spare time, Carl enjoyed refinishing furniture, re-canning chairs, collecting antiques, and gardening. Carl will be remembered as a dedicated teacher, caring family man, and a good friend. Carl was the beloved husband of 62 years to Joyce M. (Twiss) Duff; devoted father of Sylvia Rosenberger of Arkansas, Tina Astore and her husband Thomas of Burlington, Mass., and Chris Duff and his significant other Tom Maranto of Medford, Mass.; loving grandfather of Adam Young, Alex Young, Jeremy MacLeod, Nicholas Rosenberger, the late Karen Yahara and Bryan Rosenberger, and great-grandchildren Henry Astore, Liam Astore, Mischika Yahara, Max Young, Alden, Elise, and Hannah Young, Emme Young, Sabin Young, and Madison MacLeod; dear brother of Clifford Duff, Floyd Duff, and Arthur Duff all of Connecticut, Veeda Cabana of New Hampshire, and Doris Clough of Florida. Carl is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

, 69, of Lyman, N.H., died suddenly Nov. 9, 2009, at home. Born in 1940 in Littleton, N.H., to Brendon and Christina (Thompson) Girouard. Penny grew up on Union Street in Apthorp. His father operated a grocery store on Main Street and Penny learned custom meat cutting at an early age. Penny operated the Main Street store after his parents retired, and later he moved the custom meat cutting business to his shop on Union Street. "Penny's Meats" was a familiar sign in Littleton for many years. Penny graduated from Littleton High School in 1959 and recently celebrated his 50th class reunion. As a young man, Penny was an expert marksman on a local pistol team. As a lifelong baseball fan, he coached Babe Ruth baseball, and he was a dyed-in-the-wool N.Y. Yankees fan. In his final days he was rewarded to see his Yankees win the World Series again. In 1977 Penny married his wife Katharyn and they moved to Dodge Pond in Lyman where they converted Penny's camp into their home. They brought up their son Ken on Dodge Pond, enjoying swimming and canoeing, and the outdoor life surrounding them. Penny enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels in wintertime, and the hummingbirds during the summer. He especially enjoyed the flying squirrels landing in his feeder at night, and the occasional raccoon that would find its way into the feeder. He was a member of the Littleton Elks and Littleton Lions Clubs for 40 years. In his youth he was recruited by Gene Clark to be Santa Claus and for the next 25+ years, he spent his Christmas Eve nights delivering toys and baskets to children and families in the surrounding area. Eventually, his son Ken took over the position of Santa Claus and Penny became his driver elf. Throughout his career, Penny was involved in several different fields. He and Kathie were caterers for several years, and Penny was well-known for his cooking expertise. Penny also worked for Reinhold Associates as a real estate agent, retiring several years ago due to declining health. His favorite hobby after he retired was playing duplicate bridge on-line. Penny was an avid golfer and a former member of the Twilight League at the Ammonoosuc Country Club. After leaving the Twilight League, his special golf team was made up of Jon Peabody, Tom Golden, Dick O'Rourke and his best friend Chuck Collins. They played golf as far north as Newport, Vt., and on many courses throughout the state of New Hampshire. The first time Penny "broke 40" was on his wedding day, shooting a 39 for nine holes. He is survived by his wife, Kathie, their son Kenneth of Denver, Colo., his sister Beverly Villeneuve and her husband Bill of St. Johnsbury, an aunt Alice Girouard of Monroe, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his father Brendon in 1990, his mother Christina in 2003, and his special niece Linda Robinson also in 2003. Services will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Route 18, Bethlehem. There will be a gathering of friends and family at 11 a.m., and a service conducted by Rev. Lyn Winter at 11:30 a.m. A light luncheon catered by Topic of the Town will follow. Memorial donations may be made to N.H. Catholic Charities, Cottage Street, Littleton, N.H., or to their main address at PO Box 686 Manchester, NH 03105-0686.

, 84, of Concord, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. He was born on Aug. 8, 1925, the son of Henry and Arlene (Williams) Stuart of Kirby. Reggie enjoyed a simple life that included taking daily walks and helping neighbors and family. He always appreciated and loved animals, especially his favorite horse, Rocky. Reggie farmed and logged in Kirby, until he sold his farm in 1986 and moved to an apartment on Main Street in Concord. While residing in Concord he attentively assisted Concord residents at the Concord Transfer station on Saturday mornings. From 2007 to 2009, he lived at the Country Charm Retirement Home in Waterford, and was lovingly cared for by Sharon Caplan and staff. Reggie was a kind, helpful and gentle man who was loved and admired by his family and friends. He is predeceased by his parents: Henry and Arlene Stuart; three brothers: Claude, John and Desmond Stuart; two sisters: Florence Stuart Ward and Cora Stuart Jones. He is survived by three sisters: Evelyn Hastings of Danville, Ethel Lunnie of Concord, and Elaine Merchant and husband Ray of North Monroe; a brother: Henry Stuart and wife Millie of Concord; a brother-in-law: Kenneth Ward of Danville; two sister-in-laws: Arlene Stuart of Monroe and Eunice Stuart of St. Johnsbury; and many nieces and nephews. A remembrance service will be held at Sayles Funeral Home on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. John Sleeper will be officiating. Following the service there will be a luncheon at the Concord Community Church in Concord.