EDWARD C. ANDREWS JR., MD
....show YARMOUTH, MAINE - Dr. Edward C. Andrews Jr., 85, of Yarmouth, Maine, former President of the Maine Medical Center and the University of Vermont, died Feb. 19, 2010. Ed was born in Rockland, Maine in Jan. 1925, and grew up in Plainfield, Vermont. He was a veteran of the Navy V-12 program, graduating from Middlebury College in 1946, and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1951, specializing in pathology. He also received honorary doctoral degrees from Middlebury College, Bowdoin College, the University of Vermont and the University of Dakar in Senegal. He is survived by his wife Jean Lyndes Andrews and their five children: Leslie Freeman and her husband Jim of Arundel, U.K. and Naples, Florida; Dawn Andrews of Morrisville, Vermont; Dale Wadhams and her husband John of Burlington; Ted Andrews and his wife Deb of Yarmouth, Maine; and Scott Andrews of Burlington. He also leaves 12 grandchildren: Claire Freeman Becerra, Hope Freeman LeBlanc, Jonah and Levi Bourne, Bates and Leslie Wadhams, Larsen and Ethan Andrews, Nathan, Ian, Adam and Laura Andrews. He also leaves three great grandchildren and a brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Mary Andrews of Cushing, Maine and many nieces and nephews. In 1951, Ed began his career at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as Chief Resident and instructor in pathology. In 1958, he moved with his family to Jericho, Vermont and continued his career at the University of Vermont College of Medicine, where he served as professor of Pathology, Associate Dean from 1964 to 1966, and Dean from 1966 to 1970. He became President of the University of Vermont in 1970. In 1975, he moved to Maine to become President of the Maine Medical Center in Portland and served in that role until his retirement in 1988. During his professional career and retirement, Ed served on many boards and commissions focusing on higher education, medical education, hospitals and health care planning, including the Charles A. Dana Foundation, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Green Mountain College, Maine Hospital Association, American Hospital Association, the Vermont Higher Education Council, and St. Joseph's College of Maine. Ed was very proud to serve as a consultant to the U.S. State Department, the Agency for International Development and the Pakistan Government on medical education and healthcare development. He also served on the Council of Deans for the American Medical Association, as well as the boards of local banks including Maine Savings Bank and the Chittenden Trust Company. Although Ed achieved many things that led to state and national recognition, he always maintained the greatest respect and awe for the fishermen, farmers, carpenters and plumbers who were the heroes of his Plainfield, Vermont and Cushing, Maine childhood. Ed was a man of many passions, including woodworking, stonewall building, hunting, horses, fishing, gardening, and sailing, including a transatlantic race from Bermuda to Spain. His humor was always earthy and he was proud of the manure on his boots. His happiest times were with his family and friends at his camps on Gay's Island in Maine and on Hardwood Mountain in Vermont. Ed always said he never could have accomplished so much without the love and support of his wife Jean throughout their 62 years of marriage. The family would like to thank the staff at Bay Square in Yarmouth for their care and compassion. Services will be private. Contributions in Ed's memory may be made to the Vermont Historical Society, 60 Washington Street, Barre, VT 05641 or the Maine Coast Heritage Trust, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 201, Topsham, ME 04086.
CECILE M. ANDROS
....show SHELBURNE FALLS, Mass. - Cecile M. (Brassard) Andros, 92, died Thursday Aug. 19, 2010 at Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield, Mass. following a brief illness. She was born in Quebec, Canada on May 21, 1918, the daughter of Octave and Albina (Chevalier) Brassard. Cecile hailed from Burlington and raised her children in Milford, Conn. After five children of her own, she chose to become a foster parent to three children with special needs. She received the Foster Parent of the Year Award by the New Haven Regional Center for her wonderful services provided to many special needs children over many years. After the death of her husband, Thomas D. Andros, she moved to Shelburne Falls to be closer to her family. She was known by many as she scootered through town frequenting Tag Sales and socializing with shop owners. She will be remembered for her talent of home decorating. Her lively spunky spirit and wise cracking comments brought the humor out of everyone she came in contact with. She was the epitome of the expression "young at heart". Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Converse and husband, Kent, of Colrain, Mass.; four sons, Thomas Andros and partner, Sunny, of California, John Andros of Nevada, Leon Andros and wife, Adele, of Vermont, David Andros and wife, Cheryl, of Connecticut; a sister, Beatrice Walker of Florida; 10 grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Four siblings predeceased her. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. It is requested memorial contributions be made to the Special Olympics. Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home of Shelburne falls, Mass. is in charge of arrangements.
RUTH M. ANGELL
....show BRATTLEBORO - Ruth M. Angell, 94, of Brattleboro, died peacefully on Jan. 8, 2010 at the Applewood Nursing Home in Winchester, N.H. She was born on Dec. 16, 1915 in Jeffersonville, the daughter of the late Charles and Lynda (Jacques) Miner. She attended and graduated from Jeffersonville High School and also graduated from Secretarial College. She later met and married Frances Adams who predeceased her in 1955 and later married Henry Angell who also passed away on 2000. Ruth worked as a Bookkeeper and a Secretary. She enjoyed Ladies Shrine and her grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her kind heart and gentle nature. Ruth Angell is survived by two sons, Francis Raymond Adams Jr. and companion Ingrid Gordon of Brattleboro and Charles Frederick Adams also of Brattleboro; a daughter, Marcia Angell Brown and her husband Robert of Highgate Center; eight grandchildren, Lisa Arnold, Julianne Gray, Michele Magoon, Johnny Robinson, Oliver Adams, Kelly McAlister, Melissa Adams, James Adams; seventeen great grandchildren; two great, great grandchildren and many nieces nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her two husbands; three brothers, Chester Miner, George Miner, and John Miner; two sisters Charlotte Miner and Iona Bashow; and a grandson, Francis Raymond Adams III. Calling hours for Mrs. Angell will be on Tuesday Jan. 12, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Shrine Hall in Brattleboro. Burial will be at the Morningside Cemetery later this Spring.
REBA OLETA (HILL) ARCENEAUX
....show MONTGOMERY, Vt. - Reba Oleta (Hill) Arceneaux, 96, passed peacefully March 9, 2010 at the St. Albans Health Care Facility, St. Albans, Vt., with her loving family by her side. She was born in Alexander, Texas, on Jan. 22, 1914, the daughter of Elbert Jackson Hill and Nettie Gillilan Hill. Her early life was spent on a farm in West Texas. After her father died, when she was 10 years old, the family moved to Stephenville, Texas, where her mother married Carl Sheridan Michell. She lived in the southwest most of her life, in Wichita Falls, Texas, for almost 30 years, until moving to Vermont later in life to be near her children and their families. Reba graduated from Friona High School in 1932, and West Texas State Teachers College, in Canyon, Texas, in 1937. She spent more than 40 years in education in New Mexico and Texas, mostly as a high school librarian. She worked on her Masters Degree in education from the University of Illinois, Southern Methodist University, and Midwestern University. She retired from teaching in Wichita Falls, Texas, where she spent the last years of her career. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gama Society International for key women educators, serving as its president for a year. She married Ralph Early Arceneaux on Apr. 30, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, and they had two children, John Early Arceneaux of Colchester, Vt., and Melinda Arceneaux Swearingen of Montgomery Center, Vt. She had two grandchildren, John Gordon Early Nicholls of St. Albans, Vt., and Andrew Allan Arceneaux Nicholls of Amherst, Mass. Her husband died May 22, 1994. She is predeceased by two sisters, a half brother, and one niece; they are Roberta White of Henderson, Texas, and RuDee Toland of Jacksonville, Texas, Carl Michell of Rock Hall, Md., and Rebecca White of Dallas, Texas. She is survived by her children and grandchildren and one nephew, Ralph Toland, of Houston, Texas and one niece, Virginia Costlow of Richardson, Texas. She is also survived by special people in her life: Bonnie Parent Arceneaux, her daughter-in-law; Edward Swearingen, her son-in-law; Ashley Santor Nicholls, her granddaughter-in-law; Samantha Bernard Nicholls, her granddaughter-in-law; Tonya Swearingen Kushner, her step granddaughter-inlaw; and her grandchildren's father, Allan Nicholls, of Burlington, Vt. Also surviving her are a sister-in-law, Elaine Brock, of Louisville, K.Y., two nephews: Jerry Gage, Jr., of Waco, Texas, and, Bill Chenault, of Atlanta, Ga., and three nieces: Della Bush, of Louisville, K.Y., Gayle Campbell, of Woodstock, Ga. and Elaine Clamon of Woodstock, Ga. She loved books and poetry and never lost the ability to recite poems memorized in her childhood. She was a devout Christian, a member of the Church of Christ in Texas and in South Burlington, Vt. She was a vigorous advocate of people's rights in a time before it was fashionable, and she was a professional woman before most women worked outside of the home. She is greatly admired by her friends and family, and she is missed. As she requested, her headstone reads, "All is Well." Services will be held at the Church of Christ on Dorset Street in South Burlington, Vt., on March 20, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. Assisting the Arceneaux family is the Heald Funeral Home of St. Albans, Vt. Burial of her ashes will be in the Arceneaux family plot in Grove Hill Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.
NYOMI M . ARMSTRONG
....show MORRISVILLE - Nyomi M. Armstrong, 27, died peacefully in her sleep on June 26, 2010, after a long courageous battle with MS. She was the daughter of the late Mary Sturtevant Armstrong of Johnson, and James Armstrong of Morrisville. A funeral service will be held Friday, July 2, at 1 p.m. at the VFW Post #7779 in Hyde Park, where friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery in Jericho. Contributions in her memory may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater New England Chapter, 75 Talcott Road, Suite 40, Williston, VT 05495. The White-Fiess Funeral Home of Morrisville is assisting the family with arrangements.
MICHAEL ARRUZZA, JR.
....show WINOOSKI - Michael Arruzza, Jr., 86, a lifelong resident of Winooski, died peacefully on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010 in Starr Farm Nursing Center following a long illness. Michael was born in Winooski on Oct. 28, 1923, the son of Michael and Anna (DeNoi) Arruzza, and attended Winooski High School. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict and served for the United States Navy for 20 years from 1942 to 1962. He was formerly employed for many years at the American Woolen Mill. Michael enjoyed life and being a member of the VFW Post 1767, RVA, American Legion, and the Royal Order of Moose. He was predeceased by his brothers, Ralph, Joseph, Patrick, and John Arruzza; and his sisters, Rachel Mohan, Carmella Darling, and Theresa Santimore. He is survived by two sisters, Josephine Arruzza of Winooski, and Nancy Deforge of Milton; two brothers, Anthony Arruzza and Bunny Conger of Winooski, and Sam Arruzza of California; a brother-inlaw, Henry Darling; and several nieces and nephews. The Arruzza family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Starr Farm Nursing Center for their kindness and support that they showed to Mike. Visiting hours will be on Monday, Oct. 18, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m. with funeral services on Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. in Winooski.
JOHN ARUZZA
....show SURRY, VA / HUNTINGTON - John Aruzza, 77, of Surry, Va., formerly of Huntington, died on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 in Williamsburg, Va., with his loving family by his side. He was born in Winooski on April 29, 1932, the son of the late Michael and Anna (DiNova) Aruzza. John was educated in the Winooski School System and graduated from Vermont Technical College in Randolph. He served his country for two years in the US Army. John married Anne Jarvis on July 21, 1956 in Randolph. She predeceased him on Feb. 11, 1971. He operated Jim's Italian Restaurant in Winooski with his sister Rachel, owned and operated John's Exxon in Essex and retired from IBM. John loved fishing, gardening, and agriculture in general. He loved cooking and was always cooking for his family and the church in Hinesburg. John is survived by his five children, Theresa Purinton and her fiancé Joel Provoncha of Monkton, Kathy Longworth and her husband Buddy of Northfield Falls, John Aruzza and his wife Robin of South Burlington, Stephen Aruzza of Burlington, and Michael Aruzza and his wife Ann of Winooski; 13 grandchildren; 4 greatgrandchildren; sisters, Josephine Aruzza, Theresa Santimore, Nancy Deforge; brothers, Sam Aruzza, Michael Aruzza, Anthony Aruzza; brother-in-law, Henry Darling; close family friends Marlene McDonald and her children, Kevin McDonald and his wife Gayla, and Lisa Shearer and her husband Douglas; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by two granddaughters, Jessica Smith and Holly Longworth; one great-granddaughter, Haley Lemiere; his bothers and sisters, Ralph Aruzza, Patrick Aruzza, Rachel Mohan, Carmella Darling, and Joseph Aruzza. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Visiting hours will be on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. in LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 121 Connor Way, Williston, VT 05495 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, Memorial and Honor Program-F, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
MARGARET G. ASHLEY
....show COLCHESTER - Margaret G. Ashley, 85, died Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at her home in Colchester after a long illness. She was born on March 31, 1924 in Oakdale, LA., the daughter of the late Newton and Hattie (Young) Patterson. Margaret was married in 1943 to Harley "George" F. Ashley. He later predeceased her in 1983. She was employed for many years with Colodny's in the late 40's and with public relations at the Mary Fletcher Hospital in Burlington. Mom enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, writing poetry that was witty, imaginary, and heart warming. She was also an avid pool player up to a few years ago when she became ill. The family would like to thank this wonderful group of people from the V.N.A. Care Connection, C.V.A.A., Jan, Claire, Tom, Betsy, Marilyn, Annick, care givers, Jane, Cristal, Jamie, and most recent Michelle who put a smile on mom's face everyday she was with her. Donna thanks for being with us at the end. Also, volunteers Kim, Robbin, Ann and Nancy who's hearts are so big they were able to share it with our mom and family. Special thanks to Briar and Adam Alpert, Klinton, and the entire management team of Bio-Tek of Winooski, for without their strong commitment to family we would not have been able to keep our mom at home. And a very special personal thank you to Madeline Chamberlain for all these years that you have been a true friend to mom. She loved you very much. Mom will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her three son's, James Ashley of Burlington, Dennis Ashley and his wife Susan of Essex Junction, her son Gregory Ashley and his companion Johnna of Colchester; one daughter, Jeanne Ashley and her companion Jim of Starksboro; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Catherine and her husband Leroy Bertrand of Port Arthur, Texas. She was predeceased by her two sons, John in 1984 and Robert who died in 2007. A funeral service will be held on Friday March 5, 2010 at 11 a.m. in the LaVigne Funeral Home. Interment will be in the spring in East Cemetery in Williston. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105-1905. Visiting hours will be on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service in the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service 132 Main St. in Winooski.
ETHEL LABELL ASHLINE
....show ST. ALBANS - Mrs. Ethel LeBell Ashline, age 98, died Monday, Sept. 20, 2010 in The Manor, in Morrisville, after an extended illness. She was born one of eight children to Charlie and Josephine (Messier) LeBell. She married Fred Ashline, who died in 1955. Ethel, a former resident of Four Winds, was employed at Union Carbide Consumer Products for 28 years, retiring in 1975. She was a member of the Ladies of St. Anne and the Franklin County Senior Center. Her survivors include her daughter, Debbie and husband, Gary Underwood, of Johnson; grandchildren, Beth Garfield and Patrick Underwood; great-grandchildren, Michael and Jonathan Maxfield, Caylen and Mallee Underwood; her only sister, Rose Cross of Milton; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, at 11 a.m. in Holy Angels Church. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday. Interment will be in the Ashline family lot in Greenwood Cemetery. Online condolences may be made by the funeral home website www.bnlfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home and Commemorative Services.
KARL R. ASHLINE
....show MOOERS, N.Y. - Karl R. Ashline, 70, of State Rt. 11, Mooers, N.Y., died Tuesday, June 8, 2010 surrounded by his family and close friends in CVPH Medical Center of Plattsburgh, N.Y. Born in Ellenburg, N.Y. on May 11, 1940, he was the son of Hulcy Ashline and Margaret (LaPoint) Moore. He was married to Marcia Dupree on April 20, 1963 in St. Jude's Church, Brainardsville, N.Y. Karl attended Chateaugay Central School. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1959 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He raised his family in Vermont and recently came back to his home state. He was employed at the Burlington International Airport and retired in 2002 after 25 years of service. He was a member of the Brainardsville United Methodist Church, the Chateaugay American Legion and a former member of the Free and Accepted Mason of Burlington. Karl was an avid Boston Red Sox fan. He enjoyed spending time at "The Lot" on Chateaugay Lake with his family as well as his camp on the back side of the lake. He loved to fish, both trout fishing and ice fishing. He enjoyed spending time with friends, telling stories and loved to grill, but his world revolved around his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Karl is survived by his wife, Marcia, of 47 years; his mother, Margaret, of Merrill, N.Y.; five children, Wanda of Grand Isle, Wayne of Mooers, N.Y., JoAnn of Highgate Center, Rebecca and her partner Sean of South Alburg, and Timothy of Colchester; seven grandchildren, Jenna and her husband Isaac, Danielle, Meghan, Stephanie, Karlee, Taylor, and Levi; two great-grandchildren, Aleeah and Maddy Lynn; a brother and sisterin-law, Lawrence and Tina Ashline of Constable, N.Y.; two sisters and a brother-inlaw, Shirley Jones of Malone, N.Y. and Cynthia and William Dowd of Chateaugay Lake, N.Y. He was predeceased by his father in Oct. 1942; a brother, Hulcy Ashline, in Oct. 1994; and his step- father, Bernard Moore, in Feb. 1993. Calling hours will be held at the Chateaugay Funeral Home, 36 Church St., Chateaugay, N.Y. on Friday, June 11 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 12 in Brainardsville United Methodist Church, 15 State Rt. 190, Brainardsville, N.Y. with Rev. Al Johnston officiating. Following the memorial service, a reception will be held at the Chateaugay American Legion, 45 West Main St. Chateaugay, N.Y. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family at the Brainardsville Cemetery.
DANIEL P. ATHERTON
....show MILTON - It isn't every day that a young man commits his life to a woman with five young children. Such was the character of Daniel Atherton, or "Boone" as he was affectionately called. Danny, 65, died Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 from complications of coronary disease. In his lifetime, Danny was a member of the National Guard and proprietor of Ben's Trucking, but a man's worth is not measured by what he does, but by who loves him. His living legacy includes his wife and soul mate of 47 years, Ellie; his five children and their spouses, Steve Dusablon, Karen Badger and her partner, B., Todd Dusablon and his fiancé, Freda DeWitt, Penny Cousino and her partner, Paul St. Francis, and Bob Dusablon; 15 grandchildren, Miccah, Heath, Erika, Lucas, Dustin, Chad, Dane, Ty, Maeghan, Karly, Nick, Trevor, Taylor, Victoria, and Landon; and 6 greatgrandchildren, Kyren, Ariana, Molly, Ellie, Robbie and Teagan. Danny had no enemies and knew no strangers. He will also be missed by his brother, Douglas and his wife, Brenda; his nieces, Penny, Susie, Lori, and Bobbi-Lynn; and his nephew, Doug Jr.; as well as several nieces and nephews and extended family, Carla Dusablon, Victor Cousino, Louie Badger, Charlie Russell, Terry Elliot, John Euber and Harley Rushford; and his most devoted friend, his dog Pooh-Bear. He was predeceased by his parents, Edgar and Alice Chastenay Atherton; his sister, Katherine Stevens; and his nephew, Pete Stevens. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Minor Funeral Home, Route 7 in Milton, with the Reverend Jeffrey Cornwell officiating. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery in Milton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, Sept. 30 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home.
LINDA T. ATKINS
....show FERRISBURGH - Linda T. Atkins, 67, of Ferrisburgh died at home Saturday evening, June 19, surrounded by her family, after a brief and stoic battle with cancer. Linda was the daughter of Rupert L. and Julia (Larrow) Thorpe. She resided for most of her life at the Thorpe Homestead on the crossroad ("one word"). A vast amount of Ferrisburgh history was lost with her. She loved observing all wildlife, especially birds. She worked for many years at Simmonds and for many years as the asst. Manager of Antiques at Kennedy Bros. Linda was the driving force behind the huge success of that dept. She was the reason people came back time and again from all over the world, they wanted to deal exclusively with her, as she remembered all of her customer names and their interests. Linda was beloved and respected by all unless you did not want to hear the truth and then she was still loved and respected. Linda is survived by her son, Patrick and wife, Christine, and son, Dan of Auburn, ME, her daughter, Lisa of Ferrisburgh; two cherished grandsons, Christopher and J.T.; and a great-granddaughter, AnnaSophia; a very special brother-in-law, Arland Atkins. Seven exceptional special nieces and nephews, Candie Atkins and fiancé Dudley, Carlene Atkins and fiancé Bruce, Eldon Atkins and wife Pauline and her mother May, John Atkins and wife Sue and family, Sarah, Josh, and Arthur Rossetti. Dear cousins, Sandra Anderson, Dave Carlson, and Trevor. Linda had so very many special friends whom loved her dearly, Margaret Sears, Sylvia LeClair, Fred and Donna Humiston, Bruce Peck and far too many more to list, but were no less special to her. Linda was predeceased by her parents; her brother, George; her husband, Hubert; and brother-in-law, Rollin; and her son-in-law, Rick Stockwell. She also left her beloved cats, Whizzie and Bobbie. A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. on Wednesday June 23 at North Ferrisburgh Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor the Addison County Home Health & Hospice PO Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753, for which the family is deeply grateful for, particularly Tim and Marsha. The family would like to thank GMNH for the wonderful care she received there and also VCCM staff, especially Margaret, Bill and Shelly.
DORIS SAFFORD AUNCHMAN
....show COLCHESTER, Vt. - Doris Safford Aunchman, 89, of Colchester died Wednesday, June 16, 2010 after a long illness at St. Albans Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on Feb. 28, 1921 in Montpelier, Vt. the daughter of the late, Glenn and Madge (Pierce) Corliss. Doris was married to Lawrence Safford on Feb. 1, 1941. He later predeceased her on June 20, 1985. She later was married to Alfred Aunchman on Nov. 14, 1997. He then predeceased her on May 14, 2007. Doris worked for many years as a secretary and bookkeeper for Allied Freight and later Land Air Express in Williston. Among her many interests Doris enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and friends. She was also a member of the Holy Cross Altar Society. The family would like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at St. Albans Health Care for the special care and kindness they gave Doris in her stay there. She is survived by her son, Gerald Safford of Delaware; her grandchildren, David K. Safford of Swanton, Lisa and Michael Raymond of Highgate Center, Kim and Tony Micklus of Milton; eight great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and her loyal four-legged friend, Max. Doris was predeceased by her son David C. Safford; granddaughter, Wendy Lee Safford; brother, Herman Corliss; and daughter-in-law Sandra J. Safford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 1 p.m. in Holy Cross Catholic Church in Colchester. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association, 1110 Prim Rd. Colchester, Vt. 05446. Visiting hours will be today from 4 to 7 p.m. in the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St. in Winooski.
PAMELA S. AURIEMME
....show SO. BURLINGTON - Pamela Auriemme died on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010. She was born on July 28, 1956. She leaves her father, Frank R. Wagner, Sr. and her stepmother, Charlene Wagner of St. Albans; her daughter, Rochelle Auriemme of West Haven, Conn.; her sisters, Peggy Combs of Maine, Linda O'Hara of Watertown, Conn., Robin Wagner of Burlington; and halfbrother, Frank R. Wagner, Jr.; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her mother, Cynthia (Martel) Wagner; and her brother, Michael Wagner. Services will be held on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at 153 Federal St., Apt. 1J, St. Albans. In lieu of flowers, contributions will be appreciated. Elmwood- Meunier in charge.
DORIS E. AUSTIN ARNOLD, MD.
....show - Doris E. Austin, 94, died on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at her daughter's home in Arnold, Md. She previously lived in Edgewater, Md. after living in Colchester for the last 29 years. She was born in Hyde Park on April 24, 1916, the daughter of the late Elmer C. and Bertha M. Bartlett. She graduated from Peoples Academy in Morrisville and owned Doris' Beauty Shop on Church Street of Burlington from 1943-1952. She was married in 1952 to the late Robert G. Austin and is survived by her daughter, Diane L. (Niki) Kraus and husband, Frank, of Arnold, Md.; son, Jack M. LaVelle and wife, Lenor, of Tucson, Ariz.; and three grandchildren, Roger Kraus, Michelle Flanagan, and David Kraus. She so enjoyed her great-grandchildren, Anna, Ryan, David, Jr., Lindsey, Ethan, Lainey, and Asher. She was also very close to a niece, Pamela Richter, and husband, Don. Her sister, Isabelle Bartlett, predeceased her in 1999. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Center Cemetery, Hyde Park. Arrangements by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, Md.
JOYCE D. (RICH) AUSTIN
....show BURLINGTON / ST. ALBANS Mrs. Joyce Dawn "Rich" Austin, 73, of Burlington, died January 19, 2010, after a long illness. She was born in St. Albans February 11, 1936, daughter of the late Donald and Stella (Shepard) Rich. Joyce graduated from BFASt. Albans, class of 1954. She married Randall Austin Sept. 22, 1956. Joyce was employed at several local credit unions throughout the years: G. E. Credit Union, Green Mountain Power Employees' Credit Union and most recently, Chittenden County Teachers Credit Union, until her retirement in 2006. Joyce is survived by her three children Deborah Maple of South Burlington, Candy (Randall) Jenkins of Essex Jct., Duane (Francine) Austin of Milton, six grandchildren Brian Maple, Jeremy, Jessica and Meghan Jenkins, Troy and Ryan Austin, a sister Gail Hance of Burlington, sisters-in-law Mae Beyor, Caroline Boomhower, Sharon Craig, brothersin-law Marvin Avery and Ballard Austin, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She is also survived by her good friends and neighbors Judie and Larry Blanchard, Terri and Joe (the "Mayor") Boylan of Burlington, special "cribbage" friends at Heineberg Senior Ceter. Joyce was predeceased by her husband Randall, in 2002, sisters-in-law Shelby Thibault, Brenda Giroux, brothers-in-law George Austin, Jr., Forrest and Frank Austin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, January 25, 2010, at 11 a.m. in Holy Angels Church, St. Albans. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Spring interment will be in the Austin family lot in Greenwood Cemetery. The family requests memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.
MARTIN L. BABEL
....show LEESBURG, Fla. - Marty Babel, 71, died July 18, 2010 in Cornerstone Hospice, The Villages, Fla. Mr. Babel was born in New York City, N.Y. in 1938. He moved to Vermont, where he spent his career at IBM, retiring in 1999 as staff engineer. He was a proud veteran of the Marine Corp and the Vermont Army National Guard. He moved to Florida after retirement with his loving wife, Stella. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, The Villages, Fla. He loved fishing and hunting, and he enjoyed golf, traveling and was an avid reader. Survivors include his wife and soulmate of 30 years, Stella; son, Perry and his wife, Christa, of Denver, Colo.; daughters, Kimberly of Tennessee and Kristen of Denver, Colo.; stepson, Michael Jackson of Suwannee, Ga.; step- daughter, Michelle Depot of St. Albans; sister, Rev. Anna Perez-Christi of Orinda, Calif.; and grandchildren, Jessie, Samantha, Alek, Gabrielle, Ryan, Max and Evan. A memorial service was held on July 24, 2010 at Hope Lutheran Church, The Villages, Fla., followed by a 21-gun salute and reception. His ashes were laid to rest in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell, Vermont.
RAYMOND K. BAKER
....show RICHFORD/ST. ALBANS- Raymond K. Baker, 96, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans, Vt. Raymond was born on Feb. 16, 1914 in Montgomery, Vt., the son of Homer and Mabel (Domina) Baker. Raymond's mother died when he was four and he was raised by his grandparents, Charles and Hattie Domina of Montgomery. Raymond worked for the American Coin Lock Co. for several years prior to his retirement in the sixties. He was proud to have been a welder on the battleships in Bath, Maine during the war. Raymond enjoyed fishing, hunting, baseball and playing cards on weekends. Raymond married Hildreth Miner in 1940. She predeceased him on Sept. 17, 2002. Surviving are his son Charles and his wife Hallie of Nashua, N.H.; his daughter Connie and her husband Alan Mullen of Georgia, Vt.; four grandchildren Charles McAllister, Eric Baker, Steven Mullen and Linda LaPierre; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great- grandchildren. Raymond was predeceased by his granddaughter Kimberly in 2004, four brothers and three sisters. Interment will take place in the spring at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Should friends desire, gifts in Raymond's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.
ROSE ALMA BAKER
....show ST. ALBANS - Mrs. Rose Alma Baker, age 90, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2010 in the Franklin County Rehab Center. Rose was born in Georgia on Feb. 3, 1920, the daughter of the late John and Elmira (Thibault) Abare. She attended Bellows Free Academy and was a Life Member of VFW Post #758 Women's Auxiliary. Rose was well known for making all the wonderful cakes for her family's weddings and special events. She married Reginald F. Baker on Aug. 26, 1939, who predeceased her on Nov. 15, 2004, after 65 years of marriage. Rose is survived by her two sons, Gary Baker, and Malcolm (Chuck) Baker and his wife, Susan; a daughterin-law, Mary Baker; four grandchildren, Keith Baker and his wife, Amber, Sandra (Baker) Foisy and her husband, Marc, Amy and Michael Baker; five greatgrandchildren, Landon, Brayden and Owen Baker, Liliana and Ashley Foisy, all of Georgia. She is survived by one sister, Dorothy Lawyea of St. Albans; several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Beverly DeMarinis Bartlett of St. Albans Town. She was predeceased by her mother and father, John and Elmira Abare; her brothers, Donald Abare, killed in WWII, Edward F. Abare and his wife, Mary; and sisters, Laura Abare, Ethel Abare Puro, Alberta Abare, Wyona Abare Hemond and her husband, Bernard, Shirley Abare, Margaret Abare Runge and her husband, Robert; and infant sister, Helen; by her mother and father-in-law, Malcolm C. and Mildred G. Baker; brothers and sisterin-law, Edward and Gwendolyn Bushey, and George Allard and Kenneth Lawyea. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. in Holy Angels Church in St. Albans. Family and friends may call on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at the Brady and Levesque Funeral Home, 86 South Main St. at 12:30 p.m. until the funeral. Interment will be in the Baker family lot in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
ROY S. BAKER
....show ST. ALBANS - Roy S. Baker died unexpectedly on Sunday, January 3, 2010, in St. Albans. He was born on February 15, 1929, in Campton, N.H. to the late Edward and Bertha (Smith) Baker. He grew up in Pleasant Valley and Bakersfield. Roy was the Valedictorian of his class at Brigham Academy in Bakersfield. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War earning the Bronze Star. He was a member of the Green Mountain Post # 1, American Legion and Robert E. Glidden Post # 758, Veterans of Foreign Wars. Roy was very proud of his service to his country. Following his honorable discharge, he married Dorothy Lamson on May 23, 1953, who survives him. They raised two sons, David and Mark. Roy was a great Dad and was involved in the formation of Troop 42 in Georgia. He spent many weekends with the scouts. Roy was an avid snowmobiler. He was instrumental in the creation of the Missisquoi Valley Trail and served on the board. He and Dorothy traveled the length of the trail on snowmobiles as well as bicycles. He was a founder of the Georgia Mountain Snowmobile Club and was a member of other clubs in Franklin County. He didn't own a boat, but loved to spend time at Kilkare State Park near the water. He was a key member of the 81 Baker Racing Team. He followed stock car racing especially Bob McCreadie and Jeff Gordon. He really enjoyed the trips to New Hampshire International Speedway roaming the garage area. He was a member of the "251" Club and a true Yankee fan. During sugaring season, he loved to spend time at Mark's sugarhouse. Roy was employed for over thirty years with New England Telephone. He was proud of his many years as a lineman. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Roy retired in 1983, but enjoyed working part-time for Franklin Ford Tractor and Brault Artic Cat. When he was at home there was always a project to be done and his lawn always looked good. Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Dorothy; sons, David Baker and his wife, Sharon and Mark Baker and his wife, Jean; grandsons, Matthew Baker and his wife, Jennifer, Patrick and Seth Baker, Nicholas Baker and his close friend, Lauren Colburn and Kevin Baker and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his grandson, Samuel Baker and his siblings, Roger, Harold and Shirley. Roy's family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 6, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main Street. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of his family. Spring interment will take place in the St. Albans Bay Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Northwest Vermont Rail Trail Council, 155 Lake Street, St. Albans, Vt. 05478 or the Arthritis Foundation of New England, 6 Chenell Drive, Suite 260, Concord, N.H. 03301.
CHARLOTTE F. BANKUS
....show NORTON, Mass. - Charlotte F. (Kava) Bankus, 92, of Norton, Mass., formerly of South Burlington, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 6, 2010. She was the beloved wife of the late retired U.S. Army Colonel John T. Bankus, who died in 1993. Mr. Bankus served as a former Treasurer for the State of Vermont and a former Vice President of Finance at Champlain College in Vermont. Born in Billerica, Mass. on Jan. 29, 1918, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Blanche (Szergowitz) Kava. Charlotte grew up and was educated in Billerica and had also attended the Mansfield Beauty Academy in Boston. A resident of Norton for the past eight years, she had formerly made her home in South Burlington for 40 years. As the wife of an Army Colonel, Charlotte traveled throughout the world and lived in many places including Germany, Japan and in Pearl Harbor at the beginning of WWII. Mrs. Bankus raised champion Kerry Blue Terriers and had won many competitions throughout the world. Her other hobbies included entertaining and when younger, was an accomplished diver. She was the devoted mother of Paula Bankus of Palmer; and was the dear sister of Edwin B. Kava and his wife, Josephine, of Brockton, Mass. and the late Stanley Kava and Melania Kizelewicz. She was the loving aunt of Linda Kava of Brockton, Frances Kava of Long Beach, Calif., Caroline Kava of Brockton, Josephine "Jodi" Reese of Norton, Lynne Kava-Griffin of Miami, Fla. and Stanley "Randy" Kava of Fairfax, Va., and is also survived by several grandnieces and nephews and one great- grandnephew. Visiting hours, to which relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend, will be held on Friday, June 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Norton Memorial Funeral Home 19 Clapp St. (Off Route 140, Taunton Ave.) Norton, Mass. Graveside funeral services will be held on Friday, July 9 at 12 p.m. at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph, Vt. In lieu of flowers, Charlotte's family has requested that donations in her memory be made to Hospice of the Community Visiting Nurse Agency, Inc. 10 Emory St. Attleboro, MA 02703.
ELISE HELEN LUDEKE BARASH
....show SHELBURNE - Elise Helen Ludeke Barash, a resident of Wake Robin in Shelburne, died peacefully with family at her side on May 14, 2010. Born in Hoboken, N.J. on Nov. 14, 1915, to Henry and Alma Ludeke, the second of four children, Elise had a very long and full life that touched the lives of many people. Early in her life, Elise embarked on a career of writing and editing, fields where few women were working at the time. In 1942, Elise enlisted in the military. She volunteered for the WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service), a branch of the US Navy. During this time, she was responsible for training fighter pilots. She was proud to serve and she rose to the rank of Lieutenant (jg) by the end of her service. After the war, she returned to her career in magazine publishing. In 1951, Elise married Theodore Barash, a widower with three children. They made their home in Pennsylvania. A fourth child was welcomed into the family soon thereafter. Elise and Ted raised their family in the Quaker (Society of Friends) tradition. Her life was guided at home, at work, and in the community, by Quaker principles and values. The Barash family were longtime members of Buckingham and Wrightstown Monthly Meetings in Bucks County, Pa. In her early years, Elise loved to sail with her father. Throughout her life, Elise loved gardening and passed on this passion and knowledge to her children. She also loved tennis and developed many friendships with Ted around this sport. Finally, she adored children of all ages, particularly her grandchildren, and quickly developed rapport and special relationships with each of them. Elise conveyed through her example of community service to her children, grandchildren, and all those she came in touch with, the importance of being aware of the myriad of social injustices in the world and contributing in some way to righting them. While raising a family Elise continued her career, expanding it to include Director of Development and Public Relations at George School, a private Quaker secondary school in Pennsylvania. Elise was one of the founders and later Board Chair of Pennswood Village, a Quaker Continuing Care Community. Elise and Ted moved to Monkton in the late 1980s to be closer to their family. They enjoyed several years there and became active members of South Starksboro Friends Meeting. Ted predeceased her in 1993. Elise continued to live on Monkton Pond until 2003, when she joined the Wake Robin Life Care Community. Elise is survived by her sister, Helen Ludeke Walker of Newtown, Pa; her four children, Mahlon A. Barash of Lima, Peru (former wife, Leah Hancock of Brightwood, Va.), Timothy W. Barash of Andover, Mass., Phoebe Barash (and Bob Donnis) of Bristol, and David D. Barash (and Juliet Barash) of Waterbury Cente; her seven grand- children, Adam T. Barash (and Cresta Amor Barash) of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Leo J. Barash (and Tokuko Barash) of Kurayoshi, Japan, Amanda Barash of New York City, Nicholas Barash of Andover, Mass., Kate Barash-Engel of Burlington, Cole Barash of Wellfleet, Mass., and Molly Barash of Waterbury Center; her two step-grandchildren, Erica Donnis (and Don Slish) of Burlington, and Emily McCann (and Aidan McCann) of Westborough, Mass.; one great-grandchild, Alex Barash of Kurayoshi, Japan; and one step-great grandchild, Jack Slish of Burlington. More great grandchildren are on the way. Indeed, there is a large circle of friends and family that Elise's life has touched. Remembrances can be made in Elise's name to three organizations that she was especially passionate about: Southern Poverty Law Center in Montgomery, AL; Paralyzed Veterans of America; or South Starksboro Friends Meeting (VT). A memorial Quaker meeting for worship will be held on July 24 at 11 a.m. at South Starksboro Friends Meeting, followed by an open house at 1 p.m. at Mary's Restaurant in Bristol.
CECILE M. BARBER
....show WINOOSKI - Cecile M. Barber, 88, a longtime resident of Winooski died suddenly Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. Cecile was born in Winooski on Oct. 17, 1921, the daughter of Napoleon and Regina (Therrien) Dion and was educated at St. Louis Convent. On May 4, 1946, she was married to Raymond Joseph Barber, who predeceased her on June 1, 1985. She was also predeceased by a daughter Pauline in 1952. Memere, Meme Joe, Grams, Ma Barber, Ma and Mom. She had many names but was our one great love. She was the pillar and strength of our family. She welcomed anyone and everyone into her home. She was a great cook where there was always something cooking on her stove and a dessert on her counter. More times than not, you would be eating before you ever left her home. She devoted her entire life to her family. Cecile is survived by her 10 children and spouses, Rose and John Manseau, Paul and Michelle Barber, Claire and Raymond Belanger, Norman and Sharon Barber, Rita and Eddie Bushey, John Barber, Nicky and Mark Barrett, Louise and Pete Myers, Ann Barber, and Dicky Barber; 20 grandchildren, 22 greatgrandchildren; four sistersin-law, Flo Gagne, Yvonne Viens, Gert Benoit, and Theresa Viger; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.
GRACE BARBERIS
....show BRIDPORT - Grace Candace (Hawkins) Barberis, 77, died Saturday, June 12, 2010 at her home. Born in Middlebury Nov. 5, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Everett A. and Alice L. (Goodrich) Hawkins. Grace was a graduate of Vergennes High School, class of 1951 and Vermont College, Montpelier in 1953. She had resided in Bridport since 1991, coming from Middlebury. She was a catalog assistant at Middlebury College Library prior to her retirement in 1991, after 38 years of employment. Grace was a member of the Congregational Church of Middlebury, where she was in the Woman's Fellowship and served as secretary. She served as deaconess and worked at church bazaars, dinners and luncheons. Grace served on various political committees including Addison County Young Republicans, Vermont State Young Republicans Committee, Middlebury Republican Committee, Addison County Republican Committee and Vermont State Republican Committee. She was a Justice of the Peace in Middlebury. She was a life member of the Ferrisburgh Grange, Stoddard Pomona Grange, Vermont State Grange and National Grange. She was listed in Who's Who in American Politics. She was named Bridport Homemaker of the year in 1995. She served on Addison County Cancer Association, American Red Cross, and Porter Hospital Women's Auxiliary. Grace was a member of Middlebury Community Chorus, and was a director of Middlebury Land Trust. She was a director of Addison County Chamber of Commerce and co-chaired the home and garden show for three years. She volunteered at Robert Hall Fleming Museum, the Sheldon Museum, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes Chamber, and Addison County Teens. Grace enjoyed the companionship of her dogs. She traveled to Europe, Canada and the Maritime Provinces, as well as throughout the United States. Family members include two stepsons, Dr. Carl L. Barberis of Ridgewood, N.Y. and John P. Barberis of Boulder, Colo.; cousins, Helen Cobb of Ferrisburgh, and Phyllis Rockwell of North Clarendon; and two step grandchildren, Alexander and Nicole Barberis. Grace was predeceased by her husband, Daniel J. Barberis on Nov. 24, 2005. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Congregational Church of Middlebury with the Rev. Andrew Nagy-Benson, pastor, officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall, with burial to take place at Gage Cemetery, Ferrisburgh at 2 p.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Congregational Church of Middlebury or to Addison County Humane Society.
BARBARA BROWN BARNETT
....show MIDDLEBURY - Barbara Brown Barnett, 96, died on Oct. 8, 2010, at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Middlebury, surrounded by her loving family, both in person and in spirit, and her wonderfully attentive caregivers. She was born on Feb. 22, 1914 in Syracuse, N.Y. to Oscar J. Brown and Mary Mott Brown. She attended local schools in her hometown of Baldwinsville, N.Y. and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Syracuse University, where she was a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She joined the League of Women Voters in 1934 and she continued to be an active and involved member of the League for over seventy years, serving on the board and as President from 1945 to 1948. Following her degree from Syracuse, Barbara earned a Masters of Arts degree in international relations from Clark University at Worcester, Mass. She then moved to Albany, N.Y. where she worked for the New York Civil Service Commission. Barbara married Vincent M. Barnett, Jr. of Cambridge, Mass. on June 24, 1939 at her family home in Baldwinsville, N.Y. They lived in Williamstown, Mass., where Vince began teaching at Williams College as an Instructor of Political Science. Barbara joined the Williamstown League of Women Voters; was an active member of the Garden Club; and became a Brownie leader even before she had children of her own. From 1941 to 1977, she and her husband alternated years at Williams College with tours of duty in Washington, D.C., Italy, Malaysia and Egypt, as well as six years at Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y. Barbara was a founder and the first president of the Parent-Teachers Association for the Overseas School of Rome from 1951 to 1953. She also served on the board of directors of Mt. Greylock Regional High School in Williamstown, Mass. She and Vince were both active on the local Democratic Committee and at one point were delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Convention. Barbara volunteered her services as a monitor for the Williamstown, Mass. chapter of Recording for the Blind for roughly twenty years. She loved to entertain, was an avid gardener and birdwatcher, and particularly enjoyed having her family around her. Barbara was predeceased by her husband of 67 years on Feb. 11, 2006. Barbara was also predeceased by her brother, Oscar J. Brown, III, who died in Burma in 1943 during World War II; her sister, Helen Wright, who died in 1990; and four nephews. She leaves her five children, Peter and his wife, Chase Barnett, of Monson, Mass., Deborah Venman and her husband, Bill Kenerson, of Middlebury, Stephen Barnett of Burlington, Mary Barnett of Starksboro, and Wendy and her husband, Patrick Barnett-Mulligan, of Chatham, N.Y.; fourteen grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; and thirteen nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren. She is also survived by her two sisters, Olive Hoffman of Rochester, N.Y., and Wilfreda Stone of Watertown, N.Y. Barbara's family wishes to give special thanks to her doctors, Diana Barnard and Will Porter, and nurse practitioner, Leslie Orlup, for their expertise, sensitivity and guidance, and is particularly grateful for the loving care she received from the nurses and aides on Lemon Fair Lane at Helen Porter Healthcare for the past two and a half years. Barbara also greatly enjoyed her visits from Margie Bekoff, Helen Porter's harp therapist, whose music was a comforting and soothing source of reminiscence and peace. In keeping with Barbara's wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral. A brief graveside service for family and friends will be held at Westlawn Cemetery on West Main Street in Williamstown, Mass., on Oct. 30 at 11:30 a.m., followed by a light luncheon and informal gathering celebrating Barbara's life at Mezze's Bistro, 1 1/2 miles south of Field Park on Route 7 on the righthand side. Arrangements are by Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, West Chapels, 521 West Main Street, North Adams, MA 02147. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Barbara's memory can be made to the Harp Therapy Program, Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, c/o Nancy Schaedel, 30 Porter Drive, Middlebury, VT 05753.
DOROTHY B. BARNEY
....show WINOOSKI, Vt. - Dorothy B. Barney, 92, a longtime resident of Winooski died peacefully at Green Mountain Nursing Home in Colchester on Monday, May 17, 2010 surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born in Winooski on July 28, 1917, the daughter of Gilbert and Marion (Huntley) Pratt, and was educated at Winooski High School. She was married at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in December of 1934 to Lawrence Barney, who predeceased her on Aug. 16, 2008. Dorothy was employed for many years at Tip Top in Winooski, General Electric in Burlington, and then, along with her husband Lawrence, owned and operated Barney's Citgo in Winooski. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella, and enjoyed spending winters in Florida, bowling and shuffleboard. Dorothy is survived by her son, Gilbert Barney and his wife Pauline; her daughter, Barbara LeBeau and her husband Kenneth; eight grandchildren, Todd Barney, Carol Lenz, Donna Normand, Linda Serrantonio, Shirley Paradise, Richard Haselton, Cindy Cusson, and Kathy Koester; 15 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; and extended family. She was predeceased by her daughter, Joyce Haselton; her granddaughter, Lori Barney; and her grandson, Ronald Haselton. Dorothy's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Eugene Moore, Dr. Chris Hebert, and the entire staff at Green Mountain Nursing Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 22, 2010 at noon at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.
ALBERTA M. BARRETT
....show SOUTH BURLINGTON - Alberta M. Barrett, age 78, widow of Raymond N. Barrett, Sr., died Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010 surrounded by her family in Fletcher Allen Health Care of Burlington. She was born Aug. 3, 1932 in South Burlington, the daughter of the late Robert P. and Katherine (Horner) Aldrich. Alberta was a lifelong resident of South Burlington and a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church. She worked at General Electric for a few years, when she decided to stay home to care for her seven kids. After raising her kids, she went back to work at Almy's and Fassetts Bakery. She enjoyed bowling for many years, playing BINGO, and going to Montreal with her many friends. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Brenda and Shell Williams of Robert Lee, TX, Raymond Barrett, Jr. of So. Burlington, Theodore and Kris Barrett of Rochester, N.H., Debbie Hammond of Colchester, Charlene and Mike Walters of Essex Jct., Carrie and Frank Simms of Milton, and Robert and Jessica Barrett of Shelburne; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a very special friend and sonin-law, Bob Wheel; her brothers and their wives, Walter and Jan Aldrich of Richmond, and Earl "Buddy" and Pauline Flanders, Jr. of So. Burlington; her sisters, Judy Aldrich of St. Albans, Joyce Bruner and her husband, Harvey, of Essex, and Helen Spears of Enosburg Falls; her sister-inlaw, Bea Aldrich of San Antonio, TX; several nieces and nephews; and many special friends she played BINGO, bowled and gambled with. Besides her parents, Alberta was predeceased by her husband, Raymond N. Barrett, Sr. on Sept. 17, 1998; her sister, Beverly Flynn; and her brother, Robert Aldrich. Alberta's family wishes to thank the staff at Fletcher Allen on McLure 5 and Sheperdson 4, especially Calandra and Dr. Chris Hebert. In keeping with Alberta's wishes, she was cremated. A graveside service will be held Monday, Dec. 20, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Resurrection Park Catholic Cemetery, 200 Hinesburg Road, South Burlington with Rev. Bernard Gaudreau officiating. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in Alberta's memory may be made to the South Burlington Fire & Rescue, attn: Chief Brent, 575 Dorset St., South Burlington, VT 05403.
ALBERTA ALMA BARROWS
....show MILTON - Alberta Alma Barrows, 96, died peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 in the St. Albans Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. Alberta was born in Omaha, Neb. on Dec. 14, 1913. She was married to Floyd Barrows and together farmed and raised 11 children in Milton. They retired and moved to Baker Lane, where she lived from the late 60's until the early nineties. She lived with her daughter, Paula, on East Road for 15+ years. She never turned down a good game of cards and loved to dance. Her crocheted doilies adorn many tables of her family. In addition to Floyd, Alberta was predeceased by her 11 children: her daughters, Janice Dewyer, Mildred Hathaway, Nancy McDonald and Paula Wilcox; and her sons, Ben, Eldon, Robert, Donald, James, Keith and Wayne Barrows. She is survived by her daughters-in-law and son-inlaw, Larry Wilcox, Ila Barrows, Ruth Barrows and Eleanor Barrows, all of Milton; by Rita Rock of Colchester; and by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A special thanks to her grandchildren, Kathy Barrows, Dawn Wheeler and Dan Wilcox for all they did for her. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A Funeral Service will be held at 4 p.m. following visiting hours in the funeral home. Burial will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Georgia Plains Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Arrowhead Senior Center, P.O. Box 785, Milton, VT 05468.
AUDREY B. BARRY
....show MANCHESTER, N.H. - Audrey B. Barry, 93, of Manchester, N.H., died Feb. 15, 2010 in Ridgewood Healthcare Center in Bedford, N.H. Mrs. Barry was born in Burlington on Aug. 28, 1916, the daughter of Henry and Elenah (Bowles) Burbank. She graduated from Laconia High School and North Hampton Business School. She has been a Manchester, N.H. resident for more than 70 years. Audrey worked for the Manchester School System for 25 years in the School Food Service Dept. as a bookkeeper and retired in 1982. She was a member of the New Hampshire School Food Service Association, West Side Seniors, Business and Professional Women's Club and the Bedford Seniors. She was a communicant of St. Raphael Church where she was a member of the women's guild. She was the widow of John L. Barry Jr., who died in 1961. Members of her family include two sons, John L. Barry III and his wife Roberta, of Keene, N.H. and Robert T. Barry of New Hampton, N.H.; three daughters, Margaret B. and her husband Douglas Stewart of Fairfax, Joan B. and her husband Robert Soucy, of Swanzey, N.H., and Mary H. Barry of Manchester, N.H.; 11 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and one niece and three nephews. Calling hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Durning, Bykowski & Young Funeral Home, 285 Manchester St., corner of Beech St., Manchester, N.H. The funeral liturgy will be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Raphael Church 103 Walker St., Manchester, N.H. Spring burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bedford, N.H. Memorial donations may be made in her name to Lighthouse Foundation, c/o Beacon Hospice, 70 Commercial St., Concord, NH 03301, or to the charity of one's choice.
DAVID MICHAEL BARRY
....show EL PASO, TX - David Michael Barry, 61, died at his home in El Paso, TX on Sunday, May 2, 2010. He was born in Burlington on Oct. 21, 1948, the son of Robert and Claire (Flynn) Barry. He was a graduate of South Burlington High School and the University of Texas. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his mother, Claire F. Barry of Colchester; two sisters, Deborah Kelley and husband Greg of Raleigh, N.C., and Diane Curzio and husband Mario of Stormville, N.Y.; and one nephew, John Curzio, also of Stormville, N.Y. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Barry, in 1992. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Fairfield. Burial will be at a later date in St. Patrick Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.
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