SOUTH HERO - Jeffrey L. Towne, 52, of South Hero, died Sunday, June 20, 2010 in the Vermont Respite House in Williston, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Dec. 12, 1957, in Burlington, the son of Randolph and Kathryn (Hazen) Towne. He was married in Essex Junction to Sheila Tebeau on May 1, 1982. He owned and operated Towne Drywall for over 20 years. Jeff was well known and respected for his workmanship. Jeff was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, that enjoyed riding with his father and friends, touring the Northeast. He also loved spending time with his family and friends, being at his home by the lake in South Hero, and will always be remembered for his exceptional work ethic, quick wit, and great sense of humor. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sheila Towne of South Hero; two daughters, Jessica Towne of Milton, Amanda Towne of South Hero; their loyal golden retriever, Spencer; his mother, Kay Towne of Essex; three brothers, Alan Towne and his partner, Rick, of Massachusetts, Kevin Towne of Milton, Brian Towne and his wife, Marsha, of Williston; his sister, Laura Haight and her husband, Dave, of New Hampshire; his two aunts, Harriett Towne and Anne Hall; his sisters and brothers -in-law, Sandy and Al Jarvis, Debi Westover, Brenda and Dave Carpenter, Don and Mary Tebeau, Rhonda Tebeau and her companion, York Sherry, Darren Tebeau; his step-mother, Barbara Towne; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jeff was predeceased by his father, Randy Towne; and by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lorraine and Howard Tebeau. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at the First Baptist Church in Burlington at 12 noon. Interment will follow in New Mount Calvary Cemetery in Burlington. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Rd., Williston, VT 05495 or to Angel Flight Northeast, 492 Sutton St., North Andover, MA 01845.

UNIVERSITY PARK, FLA / STOWE, VT - Jane R. Towslee of University Park, Fla. and Stowe died on March 28, 2010. Jane was a loving spouse, mother and grandmother. A true and genuine friend, Jane touched the lives of many special people in each of the ten places she lived. Jane treasured her special bond with her grandson Rudd. Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Walt; a daughter, Sarah, of Sunapee, N.H.; three sons, Jay of Sunnyvale, Calif., Jeff of Columbus, OH, and Gregg of Apex, N.C.; a sister, Betty Rudd, of Big Canoe, Ga.; and six grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Stowe at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to North Country Animal League (NCAL) 3524 Laporte Road, Morrisville, VT 05661; Southeastern Guide Dogs, 4210 77th Street East, Palmetto, FL 34221-9270; or Susan G. Komen for the Cure , Attn: Donor Services, PO Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309.

COLCHESTER, VT / VENICE, FL - Dorothy Frances (Dubie) Trahan, 81, died on Jan. 31, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Health Care. She was born on Sept. 10, 1928, the daughter of Frank and Adral (Cassan) Dubie in Burlington , Vt. She was the fifth of nine children and was predeceased by three sisters; Patricia Limacher, Mary, and Margaret, and three brothers; Charles, Clement, and Clifford. She is survived by her husband of 60 years Normand J. Trahan and their twelve children; two sisters, Madeline "Molly" Patterson of Seminole, Okla and Jeanette Legleitner of N. Royalton, OH; two brothers-in-law, Bruno J. Trahan Sr. and his wife, Marjorie and Jacques C. Trahan and his wife, Jean both of Burlington, Vt.; and several nieces, nephews and friends. Dorothy attended Cathedral High School in Burlington; she worked at the Federal Bake Shop for several years and managed the Fanny Farmer in Burlington. She was also a Girl Scout leader and active in the Sara Holbrook Center in Burlington for several years. Dorothy married Normand J. Trahan on Sept. 4, 1950, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, and is survived by their twelve children, Michael J. Trahan of Waitsfield, Vt., Mary Trahan-Harper of Norman, Okla., David "Joe" of Tacoma, Wash., Normand Peter of Big Pine Key, Fla., Patricia Trahan-Baeta of Norman, Okla., John of Tacoma, Wash., Thomas of Colchester, Vt., Robert of Chester, N.H., Paul of Colchester, Vt., Patrick of Rochester, Wash., Roger of Rouse Point, N.Y., Christopher of Dunbarton, N.H.; twenty-six grand-children; and eleven great- grandchildren. Dorothy was an extraordinary wife and mother totally dedicated to her family, she was a safe place for all of us, her unconditional kindness and support has impacted us all. We have her in our hearts with loving memories of her marvelous meals, strength of character and endless giving. She always put everyone else's needs ahead of her own with her gentle soul and kind heart. She was very supportive of her husband's many transfers throughout the US with the US Border Patrol and Immigration Service and always held the family together regardless of where they were. She was extremely proud of her children and grand children, even during her final days she continued to astonish all of us with her tenacity and concern for everyone around her getting enough rest and nourishment. As were her wishes she wanted to end her days in Vermont with her loving family by her side. Thank you Dorothy (Mom) for giving us the foundation of love and family, it is a gift that we will cherish forever and it will be your legacy for generations to come. "We are especially glad that you were born!!!" Boucher & Pritchard Funeral Home will have visiting hours today, Tuesday Feb. 2, 2010, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Wednesday in St. Stephens Church in Winooski with interment to follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Elks Club on North Ave in Burlington, following the burial. Contributions may be made in Dorothy's memory to the Vt. Diabetes Assoc., 1 Kennedy Dr., Ste L8 , S. Burlington , Vt. 05403.

SWANTON / TROIS RIVIERES, PQ CANADA - Gabriel E. Trahan, 92, died at his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday Jan. 5, 2010. He was born in Highgate on Jan. 29, 1917, the son of the late Ovila and Leoni (Galipeau) Trahan. On Oct. 24, 1938, he was married to Yvonne LeBlanc who predeceased him on Mar. 8, 1985. On Aug. 31, 1986 he married Jeannine Parent who survives him. From his first wife Yvonne, he leaves 8 children: Jacqueline Trahan of Berkshire, Patricia Reid & her companion Monique Laperle of Burlington, Maurice & Francine Trahan of Swanton, Clement Trahan of Bangkok, Thailand, Carmen & John Crepeau of St. Albans, Denise Luneau & her partner Richard Wyman of Swanton, Stephen & Lise Trahan of St Albans and Gabriel & Carmen Trahan of Georgia. He also leaves three children of his second wife: Johanne & Piere Savard, Louise & Normand Boilard and Robert Lafontain and his companion Jennifer all from the Trois Rivieres, PQ Canada area; 39 grandchildren and 36 great grand children. He also leaves his sister Martine and her husband Albert Trudel of Longueil; a brother Conrad and wife Cecile Bessette of Iberville; a sister-in-law Pauline Bessette of St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu; sister-in-laws Geneva Burdick of Burlington, and Norma LeBlanc of St. Albans. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by two sons and their wives, Donald & Theresa Trahan and Richard and Marie Trahan; a son-in-law Andre Luneau; a brother Leo Trahan; a sister Emilienne Choiniere; and brother Marc Aurele Bessette. The family would like to sincerely thank Johanne, and all the nurses, friends and neighbors for their kindness and care that played such an important part in helping fulfill his last wish to die at home. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at 11 a.m. from The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 65 Canada St. Swanton. Fr. Thomas D. Nadeau will be the celebrant and homilist. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at the Trahan family lot in St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cemetery.

NAPLES, FL - Judge William Wardwell Treat died Sunday, January 10, 2010, at the age of 91 in Naples Community Hospital following a heart attack. Judge Treat was a retired diplomat, banker, and judge who lived in Stratham, N.H., and Naples, Fla. He was born May 23, 1918, to Joshua and Clara Atwood Treat of Winterport, ME. He was appointed by President Reagan in 1987 and in 1990 by President Bush as a public delegate to the General Assembly of the United Nations where he focused on international human rights. In 1988, he was elected by the United Nations Human Rights Commission as the United States member of the Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities at the UN Human Rights Centre in Geneva, Switzerland, for a four year term. In 1990 he was named by the Sub-Commission to prepare a study concerning international standards for a fair trial and the right to habeas corpus which was completed in 1994 and approved by the Human Rights Commission in 1995. Mr. Treat was appointed judge of probate in New Hampshire in 1958 and served until his retirement in 1983. He founded the National College of Probate Judges in 1968 and was its first President; it now has more than 600 members. The Treat Award, presented to the judge who has done the most for the improvement of probate law in the United States, includes among its recipients former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. In New Hampshire he was chairman of the Judicial Council and the author of a three-volume text on probate law, Treat on Probate. He was the first chairman of the Administrative Committee for District and Municipal Courts and the author of a study which resulted in a reorganization and consolidation of the local court system in New Hampshire. He was the founder and chairman of Bank Meridian, a national bank with offices in Portsmouth, Exeter, Hampton, and other New Hampshire seacoast communities. It was sold in 1985 to Amoskeag Bank Shares of Manchester, New Hampshire. Mr. Treat also served as a director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston; was chairman of the Towle Manufacturing Company of Newburyport, Mass., a director of the Colonial Group, Inc. of Boston, and of Unitil, Inc. of New Hampshire. Judge Treat was a graduate of the University of Maine and Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration. He received an honorary doctor of laws degree from the University of Maine in 1992 and the University New Hampshire in 2001. In 1991, he received the Silver Shingle Award, the highest alumni award presented by the Law School of Boston University. Plymouth (NH) College awarded him the "Granite State Citizen Award" for outstanding citizenship in 1988. He established the Treat Scholarship at the University of Maine for needy students. Judge Treat was chairman of the New Hampshire Republican Party from 1954 to 1958 and a member of the Republican National Committee from 1960 to 1964. He served as secretary of the United States Electoral College from 1956 to 1964. He was a delegate to the Republican National Conventions in 1956, 1960, 1964, and 1988. He served as chairman of the program committee of the 1964 Republican Convention in San Francisco. Judge Treat was a direct descendant of Governor Robert Treat, colonial governor of Connecticut for 40 years, and a collateral descendant of Robert Treat Paine, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. He was a member of the Society of the Cincinnati, the Society of Mayflower Descendants, and a former governor of the Society of Colonial Wars. He was also a governor of the American Independence Museum in Exeter, N.H., and a trustee of Franklin Pierce College in Rindge, N.H. He established the Treat Foundation, a family charitable trust devoted to various charitable purposes. He was a member of the Tavern Club, the Union Club, and the Harvard Club, all of Boston; and the Royal Poinciana Club, the Naples Yacht Club, Bay Colony Club, and the Port Royal Club, all of Naples, Fla. He was a director of the English Speaking Union, the Harvard Club, the Forum Club, and the World Affairs Council, all of Naples, Fla. He was the husband of the former Vivian S. Baker of Providence, R.I., and the father of Jonathan B. Treat II of Belmont, Mass., and Mary Esther C. Treat of Burlington, Vt. He was the grandfather of Elizabeth Treat Stetson (formerly of Shelburne, Vt.) and Hilary Thompson Treat of Washington, DC and Joshua Atwood Treat, of Belmont, Mass. A funeral will be held at Trinity-by-the-Cove, Naples, Fla. on Saturday, January 23, 2010, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the William Treat Scholarship Fund of the Treat Foundation (c/o Ms Joey Stroble, PO Box 800, Stratham, N.H. 03885). In addition, a memorial service will be held in Exeter, N.H., and interment at the Winterport, ME, Oak Hill Cemetery on dates to be determined later.

COLCHESTER/ ALBURGH - Philip Leo Tremblay, age 72 years, a native of Alburgh Springs and a 33 year resident of Watkins Road in Colchester, died early Saturday evening, May 8, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Health Care with family at his side. Born in Alburgh Springs on Feb. 2, 1938, he was the son of the late Joseph and Martha (Boucher) Tremblay. He received his education in Alburgh Schools and graduated from the former Alburgh High School. On Jan. 4, 1965, he was married to Sallye Adams, who survives him. Prior to his retirement, Phil had been associated for nearly 40 years as a carpenter with MACG, Inc. of Hinesburg, and in earlier years worked for the Central Vermont Railroad in bridge and building. He was a longtime member of the American Legion Post 61 of Colchester, and will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. In addition to his wife, Sallye of 45 years, Phil leaves his son, Jason Tremblay and wife, Lori; and two grandchildren who he adored, Liam and Rogue, all of Barre; a sister, Laura Tremblay; and two brothers, Andrew and Clement Tremblay, all of Alburgh Springs; several brothers- in-and sisters-in-law, Karen and Edward Campbell of Sudbury, Ont., Frances and Fred Linkutis of St. Blaise, P.Q, Robert and Cathy Adams of Ont., Paul Adams of P.Q. and Almeda Adams of Clarenceville, P.Q.; special nieces and nephews, Alan Ouimette, Sally Sprague, and Joan and Ron Whitesell; and a greatnephew, Cody Ouimette, all of Alburgh; as well as several additional nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Phil was predeceased by two sisters, Leona Tremblay and Rosanna Ouimette; three brothers, Gerald, Paul, and Edward Omer Tremblay; sister-in-law, Winona Tremblay; and brothers-inlaw, Rae Adams and John Ouimette. Friends may call at The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave. Swanton, (802-868-3331), Wednesday, May 12, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. To conclude the afternoon, The Reverend Mr. Duane Langlois will lead a short prayer service. Interment will take place later in Saint Amadeus Roman Catholic Cemetery, Alburgh. Gifts in Phil's memory may be made to the American Lung Association of Vermont, 272 Hurricane Lane, Williston 05495.

EAST FAIRFIELD - Christopher A. Trivento, 44, died unexpectedly on Monday morning January 25, 2010, as a result of a tractor trailer accident. Chris, a.k.a. Chico, was born in Burlington on Oct. 2, 1966, the son of Victor "Butch" and Ruth Trivento. He graduated from Milton High School and went to work as a welder for Hazelett Strip Casting in Colchester. Chris then started the dream of his life, to drive a truck like his Dad. He was employed by Vallancourt Transport of Enosburg when the accident happened. On June 24, 1989, he married Betty Collins in the United Church of Milton. Chico enjoyed hunting with his son Jesse and the boys. His passion for his motorcycle will live on with his wife and children. He is survived by his soul mate and the love of his life; Betty Trivento of East Fairfield, daughter; Caitlyn Trivento of East Fairfield, son; Jesse Marrier and his wife Diana of East Fairfield, his oldest daughter; Chastity Babin and her husband Darren of Tinmouth, and by his loving grandchildren; Brenden Marrier and Kayle Babin. Chris is also survived by his mother; Ruth Trivento of Georgia, his brother; Victor Trivento III and his wife Wanda of St. Albans, his sister; Tammie Trivento of St. Albans, his mother-in-law; Marlene Collins of Colchester, sister-in-law; Kim Coleman of Starksboro, brotherin-law; Donald Collins Jr. of Poultney, sister-in-law; Karen Collins of Fair Haven and by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Victor Trivento II in 2007 and will be missed greatly by those whose lives he touched. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday January 30, 2010, at 10 a.m. in the United Church of Milton.

ST. ALBANS - Mrs. Catherine Olive Trombley, 88, died Saturday, March 6, 2010 in the Kings Daughters Home with her loving family at her bedside. Olive was born in Montreal, Quebec, Feb. 14, 1922 daughter of the late Patrick and Margaret (Cullen) Byrne. Olive was a communicant of Holy Angels Church. On Oct. 17, 1946 she married Charles Trombley. Charles died March 23, 2008. She is survived by her six children and their spouses David and Jill Trombley of New Hartford, N.Y., Richard Trombley of Highgate Springs, James and Carole Trombley of Shelby, N.C., Raymond and Patsy Trombley of Swanton, Robert and Tammy Trombley of Swanton, Cathy Bissonnette and her fiancé Chris Karambelas of Swanton, ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her grandson James Charles Trombley in 2004 and by her brother and his wife Lawrence and Margaret Byrne. Her family wishes to express sincere appreciation to the caring staff of the Kings Daughters Home and Franklin County Home Health and Hospice Agency. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home, 86 South Main St., from 6 to 9 p.m. this evening. Interment will be this spring in the Trombley family lot in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Masses or to the Holy Angels Organ Repair Fund, 246 Lake St. St. Albans, Vt. 05478.

BURLINGTON - Earl D. Trotter, 84, of Burlington, died on June 6, 2010, at his home in Burlington, surrounded by his loving family. Earl was born in Mt. Vernon, N.Y. on Oct. 11, 1925, the son of the late Ernest and Elizabeth (O'Brien) Trotta. He graduated from Edison Tech High School in Mt. Vernon N.Y. and on the 17th of March 1944, was inducted into the U.S. Army. Earl served during World War II as a surgical technician in the European Theater of Operation, under General Patch, 7th Army. He earned a Bronze Star while participating in the Battle of the Rhineland. After the war, Earl used his GI bill to attend St. Michael's College, and graduated Class of 1951. Earl married Martha LaPointe in St. Mark's Catholic Church in Burlington on Oct. 8, 1955. He was employed at the Fanny Allen Hospital Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician. During his retirement he was employed at the Medicine Shoppe (now the VT Family Pharmacy), working closely with and often teasing Manny, a Red Sox fan, and other staff, Joan, Lynne, Sue and Linda. He was a member of the VFW Howard Plant Post 782. Besides being a true blue Yankee and Giant fan, Earl was a man of quiet strength and determination, whose world was his family. He brought immense joy and laughter to his wife's and daughters' lives with each passing season. In winter, ice hockey games on our homemade rink, and traveling through storms to Montreal for Hockey Night in Canada. In spring, watching baseball games, which were especially pleasurable when the Yankees won, and usually turned off if losing to the Red Sox. In summer, trips to Berlin, N.H., and when we convinced Dad we were too old for Santa's Village, weekend get-a-ways to Stowe. In fall, flag football games in the backyard and cheering for the NY Giants. Earl also cherished his grandchildren, and had a special bond with each of them. Sharing high fives with Jack and watching Jack explore his room; hanging the flag, saving the Sunday comics for Shea, teaching the Waltz and joining tea parties with "his girls", Calli, Chelsea and Shea. Memories of Sunday night pasta dinners and Dad's special meatball recipe, Friday night pizza, fried dough on Christmas Eve, renditions of "Casey At the Bat" and The Honeymooners will never fade. Earl is survived by his wife Martha Trotter of Burlington; his four daughters, Paula Trotter and her spouse Suzanne Prindiville of West Windsor, Vt., Kay Willette and her spouse Charlie of Burlington, Elizabeth Trotter and her consort Richard Blum of Enosburg, Donna Savage and her spouse Patrick of Williston; four grandchildren, Calli and Chelsea Willette, Shea and Jack Savage; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Irene Trotta. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the following people who joined our journey, and gave us strength and comfort: Dr. Frank Landry, Kenneth Russell, Mary Giancola, and Chris Kasprisin, from PACE of VT; and VNA staff, Patty Hampton, and caregivers Linda Massie and Deb Pelkey. Also, lifelong friends Jim Feloney, for his weekly visits and loyalty to our father, and Barb and Norm Deforge, and family, for the many happy hours. Although Norm has predeceased our Dad, we are comforted to know that he'll be one of the first to welcome him to heaven with his hearty laugh. Earl's daughters would like to extend a loving and heartfelt thank you to our mom, for her strength and courage to honor our father's wish to remain at home throughout his long illness, and die with peace and dignity at home. A loving and heartfelt thank you also to our very special aunties, Aunt Theresa and Aunt Marguerite for their prayers, Aunt Helen for her humor, and Aunt Agatha and Aunt Bib for their tender loving care of both our parents. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with words of remembrance to be shared at 7 p.m. in the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main Street, Winooski, VT. Interment will be on Wednesday, June 9, at 10 a.m. in Fort Ethan Allen Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VT Autism Puzzle Foundation, 333 Beckley Hill Drive, Barre, VT 05641 or PACE VT, 786 College Parkway, Colchester, VT 05446.

MILTON/WESTFORD - Agnes Theresa "Aggie" Tucker, 82, of Milton, died peacefully Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010 in the Birchwood Terrace Rehabilitation Center in Burlington. Aggie was born May 31, 1927 in Winooski the daughter of the late Clayton and Helen Provost Crosby. She graduated from Winooski High School in 1945. On Feb. 27, 1948 she was married to Robert Tucker in St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Winooski. After her marriage, she drove a milk route for her husband and worked at various convenience stores. After moving to Westford in 1954, she became a homemaker raising her four children. Her husband Robert predeceased her on Nov. 15, 1972. She then worked as a Housekeeper for Fr. Joseph Nugent at Holy Family Parish in Essex Junction for a number of years before going to work at IBM in Essex for 11 years. Aggie moved to Milton in 1984 and became a member of St. Ann's Parish and was involved with many local activities such as Bingo that kept her busy. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Aggie is survived by her children; Terry Smith and her husband, Reggie of Milton, Carole Cross of Milton, Robbie Tucker and his wife, Vicki of Sanford, N.C. and Richard Tucker and his wife Lorri of Fairfax. Her grandchildren; Missy Duffy and her husband, Doug, Reggie "Pooper" Smith and his wife, Vicky, Joey and Sarah Tucker, Tanya Weatherwax and her husband Andy, Dan Martinez and his partner, Meghan and Stacy Spear. Several great grandchildren, her brother-in-law; Donald Tucker and his wife, Pat of Westford and her sister-in- law; Nancy Trudo of Virginia as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother; Dwight Crosby, and her sister, Genevieve Datnoff and son-in-law, George Cross. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Ann Catholic Church, Main Street in Milton. Burial will follow in St. Luke's Cemetery in Fairfax. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ladies of St. Ann Funeral Meal Fund in care of St. Ann Parish, P.O. Box 1, Milton, Vt. 05468

BURLINGTON - Mr. Philip Layton Turner Jr., 87, of Austin Drive, Burlington, spending summers in Piseco Lake, N.Y., died Monday, Aug. 30, 2010 in Albany Medical Center Hospital, unexpectedly after a brief illness. His final journey began two days before his passing with his morning swim in Piseco Lake, his most beloved place on earth. Born on July 31, 1923 in Utica, N.Y., he was the son of Philip Layton Turner, MD and Elizabeth Carol Schmidt Turner. He spent 55 years of his life in Philadelphia, Pa., 10 years in New York City, a year in Vermont and 86 summers at Piseco Lake. Mr. Turner graduated from the Utica Country Day School in Utica; Amherst College, where he received his B.A. in 1945; Columbia University School of Social Work, obtaining his MSW in 1949; in addition he attended the Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis; Williams College and Cornell University, for Naval Officers Training; Union Theological Seminary, New York City and the New School of Social Research, N.Y. He served in the US Navy during World War II from 1944-1945 as a Communications Officer aboard USS Pratt DE 363 Destroyer Escort in Pacific Theatre. In 1951 at the New York City Ethical Cultural Society, he was married to Paula Gordon. Together they celebrated 60 years of marriage. Mr. Turner was a member of the ACSW, NASW Adirondack Land Trust, Adirondack Council, St. Peter's Episcopal Church Choir, Saint Martin in the Field Choir in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Burlington Choral Society, First Congregational Church, Burlington. He is predeceased by a sister, Elisabeth Shuey. Phil was adored by his large family and friends, and was known as a caring, adventurous, gentle man with a very positive attitude, humility and temperance. He was a great storyteller and teacher, a great husband, fantastic father and a stupendous grandfather. He was passionate about the outdoors and stewardship of the Adirondacks, being a third generation summer resident of Piseco. He helped the indigent and all manner of people suffering with mental health problems as a lifelong Social Worker, Psycho- therapist and volunteer. Phil co-led a mens support group in the Philadelphia area for the past 15 years with his close friend and associate, Harry Orenstein, PhD. He contributed to multiple social work and environmental related organizations and charities throughout his life. Phil sang in many choirs and loved to sail, hike and ski with his children and grandchildren far into his later years. He is survived by Paula, his wife of 60 years; his daughter, Julie; sons, Michael and Adam; four grandchildren; his sister, Mary; and brother, Carl; and the many other members of his extended family. Services are private and will be held at the convenience of the family.Donations in memory of Mr. Philip Layton Turner Jr. may be sent to the Adirondack Council, PO Box D-2, Elizabethtown, NY 12932, or the Piseco Ambulance Corp., c/o Piseco Fire Dept., PO Box 111, Piseco, NY 12139.

MILTON - Randall "Randy" L. Turner, 60, died early Tuesday morning, June 29, 2010 in the FAHC in Burlington, with his kids by his side. Randy was born on Dec. 13, 1949 in St. Albans, the son of Robert and Leda (Irish) Turner. In his younger years, before becoming disabled, Randy had worked at the Milton Creamery. He was predeceased by his companion of over 30 years, Donna Lee (Newville) Chaplin, in 2008. He is survived by his children, Jonathan Turner and Carrie Turner, both of Milton; and by Donna's children, Joseph, Tina, Robert and Theresa Chaplin, whom he considered his own. He is also survived by his sister and brothers, Roberta and Richard Johnson of Belvidere, Allen and Paula Turner of Peru, N.Y., and Bruce and Calinda Turner of Georgia; and by three grandchildren and numerous step-grand- children. A graveside service for Randy and Donna will be held on Monday, July 5 at 10 a.m. in the Milton Village Cemetery.

WILLISTON - Arthur Frederick Tuthill of Williston died on Sunday, June 20, 2010, surrounded by his family. He was 93. Tuthill was an Emeritus Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Vermont, where he taught for 35 years. His interests were in the thermal and fluid sciences, and he received the UVM Alumni Association Kidder Award for teaching excellence. He is most remembered by his students for his energy and enthusiasm while delivering lectures in thermodynamics and heat transfer. Tuthill is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Babbitt Tuthill; and his five children and their families, Richard and Dorothy Tuthill and their sons, Mandla and Charles, George and Jennifer Tuthill and their son, Nicholas, Elizabeth (Libby) and Steve Roberts and their sons, Cyrus and Wesley, Preston and Lisa Tuthill and their daughters, Kaitlyn, Jacqueline, and Andrea, and Andrew and Debra Tuthill. He was predeceased by his first wife, Elizabeth Rich Tuthill in 1949. Born in Cutchogue, N.Y., Professor Tuthill received his Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, and a Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin. He was active in the US Air Force Reserve and retired from that service with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. During World War II, he was a flight instructor in Texas in the US Army Air Corps. Tuthill enjoyed the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and he and his wife hosted the annual UVM ASME spring picnic at their home in Williston for 50 years. He also belonged to the professional societies Pi Tau Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, Sigma Zi, Theta Tau, and Tau Beta Pi. Professor Tuthill served on the UVM Athletic Council for many years and was active in officiating at university and high school track meets. He and his wife were also very active for many years in cross country skiing, annually hosting the Onion River West citizen's race that started and finished in their back yard in Williston. He was a founding member of the Williston Ski Associates, which built and maintained a local ski hill on the Chapman Farm in Williston. He also served as the Biathlon Race Secretary for the Lake Placid Olympics in 1980. For many years, he was an active bicyclist, bicycling across the United States at the age of 60. As an avid gardener, his weed-less vegetable gardens, fruit trees, and manicured lawns at his Williston home were a passionate pursuit. Tuthill served for four years as Williston Selectman in the 1960s, during an era in which Williston started its transition from a small rural town to a much larger suburban entity. During that period, the Willistion recreation program was established, town-wide zoning was adopted, and the groundwork was laid for a municipal water system. He was a Justice of the Peace in Williston for 30 years, officiating at many weddings, a past President of the Williston PTA, and the Williston Senior Citizens, and a member of the Williston Historical Society. As a member of the Williston Federated Church, he served on the Official Board and Board of Trustees, and was Superintendent of the Sunday School. Arrangements are with the Corbin and Palmer Funeral Home. Calling hours will be on Saturday, June 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Family Home on 8939 Williston Rd., Williston, Vt. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 10 at 2 p.m. at the Williston Federated Church, Williston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association , 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

SWANTON, Vt. - Thomas "Tommy" Tuttle, 58, a lifelong Swanton resident died Sunday morning, March 21, 2010, at his First St. residence, with loving family by his side. Born in St. Albans on, March 9, 1952, he was the son of the late Charles H. and Yvonne (Hemond) Tuttle. He received his education in Swanton schools and on July 26, 1986 was married to the former Denise Gauthier who survives him. A Funeral Service will be held Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 2 p.m. from The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave. Swanton, (802-8683331). The Rev. Reid D. Farrell will officiate. The Rite of Committal and Interment with Full Military Honors will follow in Saint Mary's Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers it is requested that gifts be made in Tom's memory to the charity of your choice.

RUTLAND - Funeral services for Velma J. Tyl, 79, of Rutland who died Thursday morning, Feb. 11, 2010, were held Saturday at 12 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She was born in Cavendish, June 15, 1930, the daughter of Harold and Irene (Harrington) Kingsbury. She was a graduate of Rutland High School class of 1948. Velma was employed by A.L.A. Auto Club in Rutland reporting road conditions on the radio and later was employed at Grand Union Supermarket. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, St. Anne's Society, sang in the Church Chior and enjoyed oil painting. Surviving are two sons, Michael E. Tyl and his wife Pati of Florence, Vt. and Stephen A. Tyl and his wife Jeri-Anne of Rutland; one daughter, Emily M. Tyl and her husband Roger Dreher of Fletcher, Vt.; a brother, Dana Kingsbury of Adams, Mass.; a sister, Hazel Jump of Jonesboro, Ark; six grandchildren, Christian Mock and his wife, Nancy, Justin Mock and his wife Jennifer, Stephen Tyl, Christopher Tyl, Kate Dreher and Annie Dreher; two great-grandchildren, Logan and Haley. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Henry Tyl who died Oct. 31, 2007, and by a son Paul H. Tyl in 1975; by three brothers, Ernest, Harry and Raymond Pecor. Contributions may be made to The Pines of Rutland, activities fund, 99 Allen Street Rutland, VT 05701.

MORRISVILLE - Andre' G. Valcour, 69, died at his home on July 20, 2010. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church in Morrisville at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 24, 2010. Visitation will be Friday.

MORRISVILLE - Andre G. Valcour, 69, died at his home on July 20, 2010. He leaves his wife, Marthe (Menard) Valcour; seven children, Andre, Suzanne, Simonne, Victor, Nicole, Jeannine, and Francinne; as well as 12 grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church in Morrisville, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 24, 2010. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Bishop Marshall School, 680 LaPorte Road, Morrisville, VT 05661, or to Lamoille Home Health & Hospice, 54 Farr Avenue, Morrisville, VT 05661.

WINOOSKI, VT - Claire T. Valley, 77, a lifelong resident of Winooski died peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington surrounded by her loving family. Claire was born in Winooski on May 27, 1932, the daughter of Napoleon and Izola (Bineur) Barber. She was married in Winooski on June 16, 1951 to Henry "ChiBoy" Valley, Jr., who predeceased her on June 27, 2009. She was also predeceased by her sister, Blanche Matton on Dec. 4, 2009. Claire, Henry and Blanche were very close. They enjoyed long rides and dinners together. They all died within eight months of each other. Claire was employed for over 20 years at the DeGoesbriand Hospital. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Nothing made her happier than to see her family enjoying each others company. The celebration of Henry's 80th birthday gave her great pleasure and was proud of all of her family. Claire is survived by six children and their spouses, Jeannine Wood, Jay and Margie Valley, Norman Valley, Joanne and Leonard Sequin, Bernard and Kim Valley, and Bryan and Laurie Valley; grandchildren, Scott Lavigne and fiancée Julie, Morgan Valley, Ashley and Mike Woodward, Erin Sequin, Megan Sequin, Ryan Valley, Rebekah Callahan and Tim Savard; greatgrandchildren, Shane Deyette, Scott Lavigne, and Abigail Woodward; sisterin-law, Margaret Desautels; and many nieces and nephews. Claire's family wish to offer their sincere gratitude to Norman, who was always there for her and took her for rides, Bryan, who saw to her getting to her doctor appointments, and to the staff at FAHC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier School, 5 St. Peter Street, Winooski, Vt. 05404.

SALISBURY - The family of Ron Van Nostrand sadly announces his passing on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 at his home on Lake Dunmore, Salisbury. Ron was born in Mount Vernon, N.Y. on Jan. 18, 1935 to Edwin and Teresa Van Nostrand. He graduated from Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School in Hyde Park, N.Y. in 1952 and entered the U.S. Air Force shortly thereafter, where he was assigned to B-36's of the Strategic Air Command (SAC). He qualified for Combat Alert flight crew status in 1955 and with the arrival of B-52's in 1956, flew in excess of 1000 hours on Alert B-52D's and G's of the 42nd Bomb Wing, Loring Air Force Base, ME. In 1956, having won a major bombing competition against top teams from U.S. and NATO Air Forces, his crew was awarded an Outstanding Unit Citation and named best in the Strategic Air Command. This crew was to later die in a crash, but in a stroke of bittersweet good fortune, Ron had missed this flight due to a family medical emergency. It was during this period that Ron met and married his beloved wife of 53 years, Elizabeth, formerly of Stockholm, ME. Ron left the Air Force in 1962 and went to work for RCA's Defense Electronic Systems Division, where he worked in various technical and managerial capacities on the "Ranger" and "POSS" satellite programs, as well as managing Guidance Systems Checkout on the LEM Lunar Lander Module of the "Apollo" program. He and his family moved to Vermont in 1965 to continue working on the Apollo program at Simmonds Precision Products (now Goodrich Aerospace). As a Production Engineer, he managed the assembly of Propellant and Oxidizer Systems Test Consoles and fuel measurement probes. Upon the successful completion of Apollo, Ron managed Simmond's traditional aerospace products, was subsequently promoted to Manager of Prototype Operations, Value Engineer, VE Manager, and then Manager of Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering. His next assignment was to manage sub-contract technical support on a major IBM contract. Upon its completion, he was promoted to Manager of Engineering Administration, and in 1987, to Director of Operations Support, which involved the management of eight departments, including all Engineering computing assets. Ron became a tireless proponent for the acquisition of Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing Systems (CAD/CAM) and vigorously championed the development of state of the art design capabilities at Simmonds. By the time of his retirement in 1992, he had implemented one of the finest, integrated design systems in the aerospace community. This and his many other contributions over the years at Simmonds were recognized, along with numerous promotions, by six Outstanding Performance awards and nomination for the prestigious "Founders Award". As a widely recognized CAD/CAM and "Factory of the Future" innovator and authority, Ron lectured at technology symposiums in major American and European cities; Boston, New York, San Francisco, London, Paris, and others. He also published numerous articles and reports on the subject for various technical, design, management, and financial journals. Ron attended evening division programs at the Community College of the Air Force, Northeastern University and the University of Vermont, majoring in Electrical Engineering and Business Administration. He was a member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and its Automated Systems branch (ASTME), the Society of Logistics Engineers and was a charter member of the Society of American Value Engineers (SAVE). He served in the Vermont Air National Guard from 1974 to 1986. Ron was an Alfa Romeo enthusiast and took great pride in his pristine '74 Alfa Spider which was the vehicle of choice for his frequent trips to play golf at Basin Harbor. He also derived great pleasure from his Lake Champlain Home and the peace and solitude it afforded. His standards of excellence, devotion to family, and wonderfully mischievous sense of humor will be dearly missed. Besides his wife, Elizabeth; he is survived by his daughter, Valerie Strong of Vergennes; son, Mark and his wife, Nancy, of Salisbury; grandchildren, Tess, Travis and Timothy Strong, and Seth and Sarah Van Nostrand; and great- grandchildren, Jodeci and Jarod. Per his wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral. A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held at the American Legion Hall on Boardman Street in Middlebury on Jan. 18 (Ron's birthday) 2011 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Parkinson Disease Association Inc. (APDA), Burlington branch.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Eileen May Vandenburgh, 97 of South Burlington, died peacefully Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010 in the Birchwood Terrace Nursing Home in Burlington. Eileen was born July 30, 1913 in New Bedford, Mass., the daughter of the late Robert and Lottie Windle Allison. On April 11, 1937 she married Arthur Allen Vandenburgh, who predeceased her on July 19, 1985. A person who enjoyed painting, she also had a love for music, playing the piano, and sang soprano for various choral groups. Eileen is survived by her children, Robert Allison Vandenburgh and his wife, Arline, of Huntington Station, N.Y., Jo-Ann May Karkenny and her husband, Alexander, of Media, Pa., and Nancy Lee Brunelle and her husband, Eugene, of Milton; her grandchildren, Robert, Kimberly, Todd, Scott and Christopher; her great-grandchildren, Joey, Jessie, Alexandria, Matthew, Emily, Olivia and Ashley, her nephew, Glenn Messier and his wife, Christine, and their daughter, Lauren; as well as many friends. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home Route 7 in Milton. A celebration of her life will be held in the spring at a time to be announced. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association, Burlington, VT-NY Office, 1 Kennedy Drive, Suite L8, South Burlington, VT 05403 or the American Cancer Society , 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495-1460.

WILLISTON - John Vellucci, 64, of Williston, died unexpectedly Thursday Aug. 5, 2010 in Toms River, N.J. He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on Feb. 3, 1946, the son of Cosmo and Palmina (Gallinaro) Vellucci. John was a graduate of Polytechnic Institute of New York University in Brooklyn, receiving a degree in engineering. On April 12, 1969, he married Josephine Zanghi in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Brooklyn. He had been employed as an electrical engineer with IBM and Liebert Engineering. John was an avid woodworker, gardener, and enjoyed traveling. He was a loving husband and father to Josephine and JoAnna. He is also survived by his two special nieces who he helped raise, Rosie and Marie; and his dear cousin, Frank Vellucci. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church. For those who wish, donations in his memory may be made to the Humane Society of Chittenden County, 142 Kindness Ct., South Burlington, VT 05403.

, 85, of South Burlington died suddenly Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, in his home. He was born in Elmore on Sept. 18, 1924, the son of Arthur Louis and Hortense (Senesac) Verchereau. mile graduated from Richmond High School, class of 1940, and attended Louisiana State University. On Oct. 7, 1950, he married Dorothy Anne Bouchard in Saint Anthony's Church in Burlington. He owned and operated E.P. Verchereau Trucking Inc. which supplied products to area farmers for over 52 years, retiring in 2008. He was a lifelong member of Saint Anthony's Parish and served as an usher for many years. e is survived by his wife, Dorothy Anne of South Burlington; six children, Karen V. Whitby and her husband, William R., of South Burlington, Amy V. Bell and her husband, Jason, of Fairfax, Jan M. Verchereau of South Burlington, Linda Verchereau-Becker of Montpelier, Anthony M. Verchereau of Milton and Gregory P. Verchereau and his wife, Ha Hai Tran, of South Burlington; ten grandchildren, Lydia F. Bell, James V. Bell, Derrick F. Whitby, Alyssa A. Whitby, Jazmine Jarvis, Dylan R. Verchereau, Jack C. Verchereau, Allie L. Verchereau, Bryce T. Verchereau and Chandra Becker; one brother, Wilfred Verchereau and his wife, Jackie, of Essex Center, Alice Collins of Essex Center, Lauretta Brosseau of Colchester, Lucille Woalbach and her husband, Robert, of South Burlington; two sisters-in-law, Carol Verchereau of Grand Isle and Virginia Verchereau of South Burlington; and several nieces and nephews. is family would like to thank the staff of Home Instead, especially Janet Loubendeiger for all her care, love and support. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 10 a.m. in Saint Anthony's Roman Catholic Church with Burial to follow in Resurrection Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association - VT Chapter, c/o Dept. of Neurology, 1 South Prospect Street, Burlington, VT 05401.

ST. ALBANS - Leo J. Verret, 87, died at his home on Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010, at 11 a.m. in Holy Angels Church. Interment will follow in the Verret family lot in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home, 86 South Main St., St. Albans, from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday evening. Memorials may be made to the Edmundite Missions, 1428 Broad St., Selma, AL 36701-4304. A complete obituary will appear in the Monday edition of the St. Albans Messenger.

UNDERHILL - Linda L. Viau, 60, a longtime resident of Underhill died peacefully, surrounded by loving family and friends, on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care of Burlington following a brief illness. Linda was born in Sheldon Springs on Oct. 30, 1949, the daughter of Eugene and Marion (Elkins) Lumbra. She was a graduate of Rice Memorial High School and attended Trinity College and Indiana University. On March 17, 1973, she was married in the Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel at St. Michael's College in Colchester to her husband, Ronald D. Viau. Linda began her working years with the Howard Bank followed by employment with the Vermont Student Assistance Corp. She transferred to United Student Aid Funds in Indianapolis, Ind. for nine years before returning to Vermont and VSAC. Linda was a member of the Daybreak Community Church, and was involved with several professional organizations in the student loan industry, and was very involved with Vermont Special Olympics and helping kids with special needs. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching sunsets from her front porch, and the slot machines at Akwesasne Mohawk Casino in New York. Linda is survived by her husband of 36 years, Ronald Viau; daughter, Christine Marie and her husband Chris Scanlon, and his children Jonathan and Denise; and daughter, Danielle Louise Viau; her granddaughter, Carly Deann Scanlon; her sisters and brother, Jeannine Sylvester and husband Larry, Paulette O'Bar and husband Carey, and Reginald Lumbra; her brotherin-law, Thomas Louis Viau; several nieces, nephews, and extended family, including her special relationship with Tim O'Bar and his partner Mike. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St. in Winooski. A memorial celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, March 17, (St. Patrick's Day) at 4 p.m. at Daybreak Community Church at Creek Farm Plaza in Colchester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the VT Special Olympics, 368 Ave. D, Suite 30, Williston, VT 05495.

BURLINGTON - Linda Knight Bartlett Villa, 58, died in Burlington on Feb. 20, 2010, with her children by her side. She was born in Bellows Falls on May 2, 1951, daughter of Newton and Mary (Hubbard) Knight. Linda was a member of the New Creation Christian Fellowship in Burlington. She had worked for Howard Mental Health cleaning homes. She is survived by five children, Katy Murray of Rutland , Melissa, and Robbie, Christie and Joshua Villa of Burlington; ten grandchildren; three brothers; and many extended family members and friends. Linda was a real character and we are all going to miss her. A memorial and celebration of Linda's life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 6 in the Free Methodist Church , 76 Elmwood Ave., Burlington.

WINOOSKI - Shirley Paquette Villemaire, 79, a life long resident of Winooski, died Thursday, April 8, 2010 after a long illness in Fletcher Allen Health Care of Burlington. She was born on July 28, 1930 in Winooski, the daughter of the late Leonard and Pearl (Simmons) Paquette. Shirley graduated from Winooski High School. She was later married to C. Raymond Villemaire on Aug. 18, 1951 in St. Stephen Catholic Church in Winooski. She was a life long member of St. Stephen Church and was also a den mother in the Cub Scouts, a member of the Michael Wives at St. Michael's College and also a 4H leader. Among her many interests she especially enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family and friends. Shirley is survived by her husband of 58 years, C. Raymond Villemaire of Winooski; her three children, David Villemaire and his wife Trina of Fla., Jeanne Macsata and her husband Bryan of Vail, Colo., and Mary Villemaire of Westford; she also leaves her two grandchildren, Elsie Raye Macsata and Veronika Amorese-Villemaire; one sister, Faye Parr and her husband Ronald of Punta Gorda, Fla.; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Lionel "Lee" and Norman Paquette. The family would like to give special thanks to the Visiting Nurse Association and the staff at the Green Mountain nursing Home for their care, concern and kindness. There will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow in St. Stephen Cemetery in Colchester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to C.O.T.S, 179 South Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401 or to Smile Train, 41 Madison Ave., 28th Floor, New York, NY 10010.

BURLINGTON - Leah M. Vincent, 70, formerly of South Burlington, and most recently at the home of her sister, Theresa Lesage in Winooski, died peacefully in her sleep at Green Mountain Nursing Home on May 17, 2010. She was born in Burlington on May 24, 1939, the daughter of Diane Poquette. Leah was predeceased by her mother in 1980; and her husband, Philip Vincent, in 1999. Leah liked to play bingo and to go to the casino and to go for rides. She will be missed by many dear friends. She is survived by her children, Kim Fox of Brattleboro, Michael Muir Jr. of Maine, and Shawn Muir of S. Burlington; her former husband, Harry "Mike" Muir of Burlington; two sisters, Diane Chagnon of Georgia, and Theresa M. Lesage of Winooski; two brothers and their wives, Leonard and Bernadette Blanchard of S. Burlington, and Larry and Judie Blanchard of Burlington; several grandchildren; her step-children, Caroline and Robert; and many nieces and nephews. Leah is also survived by her in-laws, Norman Sourdiff, and Dorothy, Elizabeth, Dede and Jackie Blanchard. She was predeceased by her brothers, Edward in 1989, Alphonse in 1995, Frank in 1999, and Henry in 2006; and two sisters, Cecile Blanchard in 2002, and Mary E. Martin and her husband Bill, both in 2005. The family would like to offer special thanks to all the medical personnel at Fletcher Allen Health Care and Green Mountain Nursing Home for the care they gave to Leah. Visiting hours will be from 7 to 9 p.m. this evening at the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home, 85 N. Winooski Ave., Burlington. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 10 a.m. on Thursday with Msgr. Thomas Ball officiating. Interment will follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburgh Ave., Burlington. Contributions in Leah's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.