MONTPELIER - Richard Armand "Buzz" Emmons, 76, died peacefully at home with his family present on Feb. 2, 2010. He was born in Littleton, N.H., Feb. 5, 1933, at his grandmother's house. He grew up in St. Johnsbury, the son of Isabel Coty and Horace Emmons. In 1955, he married Janice Barclay Jones, who predeceased him in 2003. Before moving to Montpelier, Buzz worked on pipelines in Massachusetts, New Mexico and Ohio. He founded the Vermont Expert Tree Service as a young man, and had a lucrative business with many faithful customers and friends he made along the way. Buzz loved his family to the fullest, and they loved him dearly in return. He was never too busy for a chat or visit and he loved to hear stories about the children and the grandchildren. He was always supportive of his kids and their endeavors, and readily lent an ear to hear about their lives and to share memories with them. Buzz even bartered services with the dentist so that his kids could have proper dental care, including braces. When the kids were young, he and Janice enjoyed many summers camping at Lake Groton and Lake Eden. One year, they packed up the kids for a trip to California to visit Janice's brother and family for Christmas, all seven packed into a station wagon and a trailer for the haul. What a memorable trip it was. Buzz and Janice also loved to travel cross country with Gram Emmons in tow. Oh the stories they told! Ra, as he was known to the grandchildren, loved to swim in the river, tinker on various vehicles for months on end, provide multiple rides up in the bucket truck, and give rides on his fourwheeler. Buzz and Janice went to Sebring, Fla., as snow birds for many years. They enjoyed the warm weather as much as having family and friends come to visit. Buzz is survived by his children, Cindy Bullard and husband Stephen of Barre, Marcia Haggett and husband John of Lake Elmore, JoAnne Emmons of Ukiah, Calif., Gail Brosseau and husband Buddy of Colchester, and Richard H. Emmons of Middlesex. Also grandchildren Jeremy and Joshua Haggett, Rachel and Karen Embraza, Isaac Gardner, Eric Benda, Brett and Aisha Brosseau, Holli Brigante and husband Rick, Derek Brosseau, Brittany Lafirira and Madisyn Emmons. Buzz also had 10 great-grandchildren. He is survived by his brother Horace "Sonny" Emmons and his wife Betty of Sebring, Fla.; his sister, Margaret "Sis" Houle of Berlin; and their families. Buzz will be missed by his faithful companion Tiny, the cat. Buzz was an avid hunter and fisherman and never liked to miss an opportunity to do either. He was very social and loved a good laugh. He was a member of the Montpelier Elks, the Mutuo, the Moose Club, and the VFW. Buzz loved playing cards and could be found on Thursday afternoons at the Elks Club with a beer and cards in hand. Buzz will be missed by the many people who passed his house, saw him out mowing a piece of the yard every decent day of the summer, and gave him a toot and a wave. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at the FAHC dialysis unit at CVH for their special love and care of Buzz. He really did look forward to seeing you each visit. Thanks also to the staff from Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice (CVHHH) and the endless questions and resolutions they cheerfully handled at odd dates and times. You are the best! There are no calling hours and Buzz's ashes will be spread according to his wishes by his family at a later date. Please join the family for a send-off party for Buzz at the Capitol Plaza in Montpelier on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010 at 2 p.m. Since Buzz was a casual guy, feel free to come dressed casually. Hope to see you there. In lieu of flowers, donations in Buzz's memory may be made to the Central Vermont Human Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, Vt. 05601, the Vermont Foodbank, PO Box 254, South Barre, Vt. 05670, or Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, Inc. 600 Granger Road, Barre, Vt. 05641

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Frank Evans, 24, died unexpectedly and tragically Monday, at the FAHC, after a long battle with depression. He was born in Burlington on Jan. 3, 1986, son of Barbara and Christopher Evans. Although physically disabled from an early age, Frank was a happy, fearless, charismatic child who had many friends. He was often seen riding on the backs of friend's bicycles, or being towed on a skateboard through the neighborhood (at high rates of speed), or donning a pair of boxing gloves for some rowdy fun. He had a close group of neighborhood friends and together they had many adventures and occasionally, a bit of mischief. As he grew older, he increasingly struggled with identity and finding his place in the world. During his senior year at South Burlington High School (2005) he began to develop his intellectual capabilities. After graduating, he continued on his academic quest at Vermont Academy, where he went for a postgraduate year. He thrived socially and academically at Vermont Academy and his proudest moment was being invited back the following year to address the VA graduating class. Frank was currently a senior at UVM, with a 3.4 GPA and enjoyed his professors, fellow students and the academic environment. He took the LSAT and was considering law school after graduation. He loved reading, researching his genealogy and his grandfather's military achievements. He loved debating, animals, and was a member of the First Congregational Church. He was kind, sensitive and thoughtful. He was a strong person who worked hard and bravely faced great and numerous adversities. He is survived by his parents; his brother, Sean; numerous aunts and uncles including, Larry and Mary Keefe of Williston, Pat and Tina Evans of Georgia, Allison and Randy Largeman of Albany, Ga., Theresa and Mike DeBarge of Burlington, Tim Evans of Phoenix, Ariz.; as well as numerous cousins including Jeremy Orr of Barre, and Heidi Avila of Ballground, Ga. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010 at 11 a.m., with a reception immediately following at the First Congregational Church. Memorial contributions can be sent to Vermont Academy, PO Box 500, Saxtons River, VT 05154, to establish a scholarship in Frank's name.

ST. ALBANS - Roswell H. Evans Sr., 90, died Monday. He was a farmer and former custodian at Bellows Free Academy, District Court in St. Albans and Franklin County States Attorney's office. Roswell's first wife, Clara M. (Rock) Evans died May 23, 2000. He married Doris Tittemore in St. Albans on June 30, 2001. Doris survives him. In addition he is survived by six sons and a daughter and their spouses; Roswell H. Evans Jr., Michael and Bonnie Evans, Homer R. Evans, David N. and Kathleen Evans, Thomas R. and Francine Evans, Gary R. and Jan Evans, and Sarah J. Evans; and a brother Robert and his wife, Francis Evans. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 11 a.m. in Holy Angels Roman Catholic Church with Father Maurice J. Roy, Pastor, as celebrant. Interment will be in the Evans family lot in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main Street, Saint Albans. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, Saint Albans, VT 05478.

NEW HAVEN - Douglas A. Everest, 95, died peacefully in his sleep at the Porter Hospital in Middlebury surrounded by his family on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010. Douglas, the son of Charles and Clara (Hawkins) Everest, was born on June 2, 1915 in New Haven. He graduated from Beeman Academy in New Haven in 1933 and Green Mountain College in Poultney in 1938. In 1943, he married Mae Grant, a school teacher from Lincoln. Douglas was the postmaster of New Haven for 28 years. Douglas was a devoted husband and loving father who will be greatly missed by his family. He will be remembered as a very patient, kind and gentle man by his friends in the community in which he served and lived all his life. Doug and Mae lived their entire 67 years of marriage in New Haven Village. He was a member and deacon of the New Haven Congregational Church and enjoyed preparing the Church newsletters for mailing. He was a Mason and a member of the Grand Lodge of Vermont for 65 years. His hobbies included vegetable gardening, duck hunting and fishing, traveling to Maine, and playing cards. He is survived by his wife Mae; and five children, Emily (Everest) Kendall and husband, Roger, of Westford, Charles Everest and wife, Yvette, of Sherman, Conn., Sidney Everest and wife, Connie, of West Addison, Dwight Everest of West Addison, Jeffrey Everest and wife, Dale, of New Haven; and six grandchildren, Cynthia and Christopher Kendall, Jackie, Thomas, and Brett Everest and Monica (Everest) D'Ambrosio . He is also survived by his niece, Martha (Everest) Lockwood of Plattsburg, N.Y. A memorial service will be held at the New Haven Congregational Church on Saturday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent in memory of Douglas to the New Haven Congregational Church, New Haven, VT.

NEW HAVEN - Mae Grant Everest, 89, of New Haven, died in her sleep in the Laberge Care Home of Vergennes on Nov. 9, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Doug Everest. Mae was the daughter of Garfield and Hannah (Roscoe) Grant, and was born on April 15, 1921 in Lincoln Gap. She graduated from Beeman Academy and then graduated from Castleton State Teachers College. She taught at a one-room schoolhouse in Lincoln, where in the winter she would cross-country ski one mile to school. She married Douglas A. Everest in 1943 and resided in New Haven, where they raised five children. While the children were young, Mae was the Assistant Postal Clerk in both New Haven and Bristol. Later, she taught reading at Beeman Academy and was a substitute teacher in the Addison School District. Mae was a member of Eastern Star, D.A.R., Lanesboro Club and served on the local zoning board. She was an active member of the New Haven Congregational Church and was a deaconess. She sang in the choir, participated in the bell choir, served as president of the Ladies Union, and was a volunteer caretaker in Hospice. Her joy in life came from raising her family and being devoted to her husband. She enjoyed a close relationship with friends, her church and the community. She will be remembered as a very loving and serving woman. Her hobbies included knitting, swimming, growing flowers, reading, and cooking for others. She is survived by her five children, Emily (Everest) Kendall and husband, Roger, of Westford, Charles Everest and wife, Yvette, of Sherman, Conn., Sidney Everest and wife, Connie, of West Addison, Dwight Everest of West Addison, and Jeffrey Everest and wife, Dale, of New Haven; grandchildren, Cynthia and Chris Kendall, Jackie, Brett, and Thomas Everest, and Monica (Everest) D'Ambrosio. The family would like to thank Sue and Carl LaBerge, along with Laurie, Kevin and Jen, for the wonderful care they gave to Mae in their home. A memorial service will be held at the New Haven Congregational Church on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mae's memory maybe made to the Ladies Union, New Haven Congregational Church, New Haven, VT 05472.

STOWE - Dr. William T. Fagan, Jr., of Stowe, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010, in FAHC surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Rutland on Sept. 21, 1923, the son of William T. Fagan and Irene (Hevey) Fagan. He married Joy Lipman of Middlebury in Stowe on July 25, 1975. Dr. Fagan had a long and distinguished medical career of more than 40 years in the Burlington area, including at the Medical Center Hospital of Vermont in Burlington and the Fanny Allen Hospital in Colchester as well as at hospitals in Lancaster, Littleton and Woodsville, N.H. He was appointed consultant in Urology at a number of other hospitals. Dr. Fagan attended Rutland area schools and graduated from the University of Vermont and the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Dr. Fagan loved his work and the people, both colleagues and patients, with whom he worked. He was a founder of Urology Associates in Burlington, Associate Professor of Urology at the University of Vermont College of Medicine, attending urologist and past president of the medical staff at the Medical Center Hospital of Vermont and Chief of Urology and past president of the medical staff at the Fanny Allen Hospital. He was certified by the American Board of Urology and was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons as well as a member of the Royal Society of Medicine, the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States and many other medical and military associations too numerous to list here. Dr. Fagan served for many years on the Board of External Advisors for the University of Vermont College of Arts and Sciences and maintained an active interest in The Center for Holocaust Studies at the University. He and his wife Joy established the Dr. William T. Fagan, Jr., and Joy A. Lipman Fagan Endowment Fund for Special Collections at the University of Vermont. Dr. Fagan also had a long and distinguished military career of more than 40 years, serving in the United States Navy, the United States Naval Reserve and the Vermont Army National Guard. He received numerous medical and military awards including the Legion of Merit, the highest United States military peacetime honor. This presentation was made for "exceptional meritorious service <$>exceptional leadership, dedicated professionalism, and sound medical expertise, unprecedented improvements in professional staffing, command-wide medical policy and training, and in a significant increase in total medical readiness of the Vermont Army National Guard" At the occasion honoring his more than 40 years of service to the United States military, Col. Fagan was also awarded Vermont's highest military honor, the Vermont Distinguished Service Medal for "singularly outstanding ...strong leadership, dedicated professionalism, sound medical and managerial abilities, in concert with a sense of concern and conscientious duty." As in his medical career, Col. Fagan enjoyed immensely his time in the military and cherished the camaraderie the military provides. Dr. Fagan loved nature and the out-of-doors. He often told stories of camping with his young son and of playfully "stealing" his daughter's desserts. He and his wife Joy enjoyed camping in Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire and Canada. They spent many happy hours in the woods of Vermont and Maine and at their Maine coast home and blueberry farm and loved watching the birds and other wild animals at their Stowe home. Dr. Fagan's long-time friend and patient Wil Howrigan, who predeceased him, introduced him to the wonders and necessity of nature, land and wild places. Dr. Fagan cherished his time at deer camps in Belvidere, Waterville, Jeffersonville, and in Topsfield, ME. He loved to ski and looked forward to dinners and bridge at the Ethan Allen Club as well as playing golf with his many friends. Dr. Fagan is survived by his beloved wife Joy and his cherished children from a previous marriage; Susan Barry of Williston and William T. Fagan, III and his wife Lauren of South Hero. Grandchildren Sara Barry of Williston, Matthew Barry and his wife Anne of Glens Falls, N.Y. and Jamie Andress of Brooklyn, N.Y. also survive him, as well as great-grandchildren Camden and Jack Barry of Glens Falls and Lily Sweet of St. Albans. He leaves behind his dear sister Betty Hackett and her husband John of Rutland, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Dr. Fagan's beloved Doberman Pinscher Schatzi predeceased him in 2008. His constant feline companion, Dybbuk, survives him. Dr. Fagan leaves behind very special friends Reginald and Ida Wells of Brick, N.J. and St. Croix, David and Debra Marston and Lauris and Shirley Miller of Lubec, ME and the Topsfield Deer Camp Group. They gave him much happiness and he missed them whenever he was away from Lubec. Longtime close friends Bill O'Brien and Buck Piche predeceased Dr. Fagan as did many other Vermont friends. The list of friends and colleagues is too long to recite here, but the following must be mentioned with deep gratitude: Rabbi Brian Besser, Dr. Kate Stone, Cindyellen Robinson, Glen Wright, Matt Smith and Sarah Tischler. Dr. Paul Morrisseau, Dr. Patrick Mahoney, Catherine Mahoney, Michael Gokey and special friend Patrick Healy brought light into his life in his last days for which the family is deeply grateful. Graveside services with Military Honors were private. Arrangements were by the LaVigne Funeral Home, Winooski. A Memorial Service will be announced later. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dr. Fagan's memory may be made to the Dr. William T. Fagan, Jr. and Joy A. Lipman Fagan Endowment Fund at Special Collections at the University of Vermont, 411 Main St., Burlington, VT 05401, or to the JCOGS (Jewish Community of Greater Stowe) Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 253, Stowe, VT 05672, both causes very dear to his heart.

MONTPELIER - Madeline Hastings Farnham, 102, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 in Wake Robin of Shelburne. She was born in Morristown Corners on Jan. 7, 1908 to Elie and Lucie (Laraway) Hastings. A committal service was held on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at Green Mount Cemetery in Montpelier. Memorial contributions may be made to Wake Robin, 200 Wake Robin Drive, Shelburne VT 05482.

, 83, died Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care of Burlington with her loving family by her side. Ruth was born in Barre on Feb. 22, 1927, the daughter of Ambrose and Blanche (Boyce) McManis. On Jan. 7, 1953, Ruth married David Farnham in New Mexico. Ruth had worked for many years as a purchasing clerk at IBM. She was very active as a member of the VFW Woman's Auxiliary and was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Grand Isle. She loved to spend time with her family and pets. In addition to her husband, David Farnham, Sr., Ruth is survived by her children, Nilda Ann "Nell" Farnham of Milton, Sheila Mae Lawrence of Pleasant Valley, N.Y., Michaela Renee "Mickey" Brower-Farnham of Grand Isle, and her son, David Farnham, Jr. and his wife, Lori, of Grand Isle. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Michael Gardner, David Farnham, III, David Lawrence, Valdamar Brower, Valerie Brower, Matthew Farnham, Vanessa Brower, Christopher Farnham and Kenya Taitt-Brower; her great-grandchildren, Jerrel, Isaiah, Camara and Hailey; her sister, Ramona Pratt-Knapp of Milton and her brother, Earl McManis of Morrisville; and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Amos and Donny. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010 at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Grand Isle. Burial will follow in the Grand Isle Cemetery.

MIDDLEBURY - Elaine Marie Farrell, age 82, died Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at her home in Middlebury. Mrs. Farrell was born in Shoreham on May 14, 1928. She was the daughter of Allan and Evelyn (Cannon) Drolette. She grew up in Cornwall, close to her grandparent's family farm. She graduated from Middlebury High School, class of 1945. Following her mother's career path, she received her R.N. from DeGoesbriand Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1949. After graduation, she had worked at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Manchester, N.H. for several years, later returning to Middlebury and working at Porter Hospital. She married James L. Farrell of Middlebury on Aug. 23, 1958. Mrs. Farrell has been a Middlebury resident for over 52 years. After her children had grown, she worked in the Farrell family business; Farrell's Men's Shop with her husband until their retirement in 1990. She and her husband spent winters in Tucson, Ariz., close to their daughter and grandchildren, since 1994. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, Porter Hospital Auxiliary, and Round Robin Thrift Shop. She enjoyed playing bridge with her friends in Middlebury and in Tucson. She loved her family and friends dearly and supported them in many ways. Elaine Farrell was the mother of three children, Joan, Brian and Timothy; and the grandmother to six, Lindsay and Ross, Fiona and Colin, and Aaron and Jared. Her husband, James L. Farrell, predeceased her on April 14, 2002. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Middlebury. The Rev. William Beaudin, pastor will be the celebrant. A graveside committal service and burial will take place in the family lot at St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to Addison County Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, VT 05753.

HINESBURG - Carl N. Farrington, 63, of Hinesburg, died Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 with family by his side. He was born on Dec. 23, 1946 in Berlin, N.H., the son of Norman and Gladys Farrington. Carl was a musician and later in life a cabinetmaker, most recently he was employed at Fletcher Allen Health Care. His passions included Jazz music, horseback riding, hunting, kayaking, cycling, camping, travel and most of all spending time with his family. Carl enjoyed keeping up with the latest technology. He recently returned from a trip to the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Parks one of his favorite places to travel. Carl was predeceased by his parents; his sister, Jeannie; and his brother, Dana. Carl is survived by his wife, Brenda; his children, Shannon Surrette and her husband Eric of Cornish, ME., Adam Farrington and his partner Tara of Poland, ME., Sarah Wortheim and her husband Danny of Hollis, ME., Michelle Audette and her partner Darrin of Middlebury, David Audette and his wife Wendy of Colchester, and Jenifer Audette of Middlebury. Carl was known as "Papa" to his 11 grandchildren, Miranda, Dylan, Taylor, Gabriela, Isabella, Evan, Nicholas, Lexi, Mazie, Olivia and Connor. His family would sincerely like to thank all of the medical professionals at the Vermont Cancer Center and Fletcher Allen Health Care for their support during Carl's journey. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Ready Funeral & Cremation Service South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Rd., Burlington. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carl's memory may be made to the Humane Society of Chittenden County, 142 Kindness Ct., So. Burlington, VT 05403.

WILLISTON - Louise A. Fay, 93, formerly of Jericho, died in Fletcher Allen Health-care on Saturday, January 23,2010, following a brief illness. She was born Apr. 12, 1916, in Middletown Springs, Vt. the daughter of Louis and Caroline (Tandy) Powers. She graduated from Middletown Springs High School and receivid her BS in Education from UVM in 1941. On Apr. 11, 1942, she married Donald B. Fay in Underhill. He predeceased his wife in 2001. Louise taught elementary school in Jericho, Essex Town and 14 years in Winooski prior to her retirement. She was an avid bridge player, loved gardening and was known for her round fence garden at the end of Barber Farm Road. She greatly enjoyed her many friends at Taft Farm's Senior Housing. Louise is survived by her devoted family and their spouses; Donald P. Fay and Dianne of Jericho, Mary Louise and James Musler of Rochester, N.Y., Jon and Catherine Fay of Naples, Fla., James Michael and Marie Fay of Guildhall, Vt., Jeffrey and Patricia Fay of Whitehall, N.Y., JoAnn and David Johnson of Jericho, Dan and Carol Fay of Fairfield, Patrick and Karen Fay of Jericho, Fritz and Michelle Fay of St. Johnsbury, her grandchildren, Todd, Jean Paul, Brittany, Graham, Christopher, Megan, Jeffrey, Erik, Karoline, Melissa, Dan, Heather, Zachary, Mackensie, Nicholaus, Rebecca, Bennett, Courtney, Colin, Lily, Hazel and numerous great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Donald, grandson Jonathan and sister Elizabeth. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 29, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, Richmond. There are no visiting hours. Burial will be in the family lot in Jericho Center Cemetery in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to VNA Homecare, 1110 Prim Road, Colchester, Vt. 05446.

WILLISTON - Helen A. (Alice) Federico, 90, beloved wife of Antonio T. Federico (deceased), born in Boston, Mass., died at home on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010 in Williston, holding her daughter's hand. A memorial celebration of her amazing life will be held on Oct. 23, 2010 at The Essex in Essex Jct.

SHELBURNE - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. in St. Catherine of Siena Church in Shelburne. Marge died on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010 in FAHC.

HYDE PARK - Dennis V. Ferland, 55, died unexpectedly Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2010 in Morrisville. A funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 8 at Holy Cross Church in Morrisville. Contributions in his memory may be made to Lamoille Area Cancer Network, PO Box 38, Lake Elmore, VT 05657.

GRAND ISLE - Barbara (Ptasnik) Fersing, 69, of Grand Isle, died in the arms of her family at her home, Jan. 9, 2010. She was born in Springfield,Vt., the daughter of Waseil and Irene (Abrahamovich) Ptasnik. She Graduated from Springfield High School and received an associate degree from Becker Jr. College in Worcester, Mass. Upon graduation Barbara took employment at Mary Hitchcock hospital in Dartmouth, New Hampshire. She married Sten Fersing in 1961, and they moved to Montreal where she worked for a pharmaceutical firm while supporting her husband through McGill Dental school. She moved to Colchester in 1967, becoming an active homemaker and community volunteer. She enjoyed following and participating in her children's and later her grandchildren's many activities. Barbara loved travel, enjoying many trips throughout her lifetime with her husband, family and friends. She was a canoe-camper, a skier. and an avid golfer, but most especially enjoyed being at her home in Grand Isle with family and friends. Barb is survived by Sten, her husband of 49 years; her son Derek and his wife Helen and their children Nicole and Liam; her daughter Kirsten Fitzgerald and her husband David and their children Davin, Ryan and Aiden; and her son Kyle and his wife Tammy and their children Avery, Hayden and Annika. She is also survived by her special Niece Erika (Kneeland) Gutermuth and husband Bob of Leominster Mass. Barbara was predeceased by her sister Patricia (Ptasnik) Kneeland and her parents Waseil and Irene (Abrahamovich) Ptasnik. A celebration of Barbara's life will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church 1063 Prim Road, Colchester, VT. A brief visitation time will be held at the church beginning at 10 a.m. followed by a service at 11 a.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the King Street Youth Center. PO Box 1615, Burlington, VT. 05402

NASHUA, N.H. - Celia W. Field former longtime resident of Bridport and Danville, died Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010 in Nashua, N.H. She was born in Halifax on Jan. 29, 1928 to Clayton A. and Mary E. (Bowen) Woodard. Celia was predeceased by her husband, Robert in 2004; and by her brother, Richard Woodard; and sister, Lucy Cook. Survivors include her children, Robert Field and wife, Doris, of Meridian, ID, Mark Field and wife, Joan, and grandchildren, Ryan and Rachael of Tyngsborough, Mass., Lindsey Dalton of Manchester, N.H., grandchildren, Colin Dalton, Mark J. Dalton and wife, Elizabeth, and great-granddaughter, Addison; Thomas Field of Springfield; family friend, Michele Laberge of St. Johnsbury; and many nieces and nephews. While living in Danville and raising her family, Celia also worked for the American Society of Dowsers and was Danville's assistant Town Clerk. In 1985, she and Bob moved to Bridport and spent many happy years there and at the family camp on Lake Champlain. She enjoyed baking, with blueberry buckle a specialty. She also enjoyed bird watching and quilting and was very active with St. Bernadette's Catholic Church in Bridport. Celia had been a resident since 2005 of the Courville Community assisted living facility in Nashua, where she received wonderful care from the staff. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at the family plot in Prospect Cemetery in Vergennes on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. Contributions in Celia Field's memory may be made to Home Health & Hospice Care, 22 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060.

SHELBURNE - Helen Dales Files, 86, formerly of Shelburne, died peacefully, Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 in The Converse Home in Burlington. She was born Dec. 17, 1923, in Philadelphia, the daughter of Harold Aubrey and Louise Crawford Walburn. Helen attended the Shipley School and Wellesley College, where she met and taught bridge to her dear friend, Helen Vamvas. On Sept. 16, 1947, she married Benjamin Strawbridge Perkins of Conshohocken, Pa. They lived in Marion, Va. and Wichita, Kan. before settling in Erie, Pa. where Ben practiced medicine as a general surgeon. Following his early death in 1975, Helen moved to Cape Elizabeth, ME where, eventually, she married Walter W. (Bill) Files, of Falmouth. After Bill succumbed to cancer in 1988, Helen remained in Maine until 2002, when she moved to The Terraces in Shelburne. Helen will be remembered for her love of the English language and as its selfappointed guardian of grammar. (Woe to anyone mistakenly using 'lay' or 'lie'!) She was an avid reader, with the Oxford English Dictionary close at hand, always willing to research the meaning and etymology of an unfamiliar word or phrase. Having studied medieval history, she was fascinated by the castles of England and France and by hand-drawn maps from all periods. She was a lifelong football fan, watching each Patriots game with her favorite stuffed animals propped by her side. Although never a licensed pilot, she enjoyed the thrill of flying small planes, which she was able to experience with two of her grand- children. Throughout her life, Helen was an active member of the Episcopal Church. During her stay at The Converse Home, Helen received exceptional care and kindness from all members of the staff and especially from VNA's hospice team and Care Connection attendant, Michelle. Helen was predeceased by her elder son, Benjamin Crawford Perkins; and by her close friend Chris Randall. She is survived by her son, Andrew K. Perkins and his wife Bryn, of Hinesburg; by her daughter, Helen Aubrey Perkins, of Arlington, Mass.; and by her widowed daughter-in-law, Susanne M. Perkins. She leaves seven grandchildren, Skyler, Haley, Heather, Benjamin and his wife Alexis, Nery, Wesley and Sophie. A memorial service is planned for 10:30 a.m. on the Saturday following Thanksgiving (November 27) at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Burlington. She will be interned in Pittsburgh at the Homewood Cemetery.

SWANTON - Maxine "Mackie" Finelli, age 89 years, a native and resident of Swanton for most of her lifetime, died early Monday morning, Nov. 8, 2010 in the Holiday House Community Care Home. Born in Swanton on Aug. 25, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Iola (Bell) Donaldson. She was a graduate of the former Swanton High School and worked for many years at Ayerst Laboratories in Rouses Point, N.Y. Maxine has been active in the community volunteering for charitable fund raising activities, as well as serving as a volunteer for various youth programs. During World War II, Maxine served her country with distinction, while working at the U.S. War Department in Washington, D.C. from 1940 to 1946. At the time of her 80th birthday, she received personal congratulations from then Representative Bernie Sanders and Senator Patrick Leahy. Maxine enjoyed the time that she spent with her grand- children and great-grandchildren. She leaves her son, Angelo Finelli and his wife, Betty, of Swanton; her daughter, Deborah Wright and husband, Russell, of Brunswick, Ga.; a sister, Joyce Comings of St. Albans; six grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren; as well as several nieces, nephews and special friends. In addition to her parents, Maxine was predeceased by the grandparents who raised her, Charles F. and Ethelyn Bell; three sisters, Ramona Lawrence, Dorcas Donaldson and Barbara Bean; and a niece, Stephanie Lawrence. Maxine's family would like to offer their sincerest thanks to the Franklin County Home Health Agency and a very special thank you to the staff and residents of Holiday House for all of their love, support, care and concern. A private funeral service will be held at The Kidder Memorial Home with the Reverend Father Reid D. Farrell officiating. The Rite of Committal and interment will take place at the Donaldson family lot in Riverside Cemetery. There will be no public calling hours. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be made to Holiday House Activity Fund, 642 Sheldon Road, St. Albans 05478.

SHELBURNE - Walter L. Fink, 84, died peacefully on Nov. 22, 2010 in the Arbors in Shelburne. Walter was born on Jan. 19, 1926, the son of the late Leo and Antonia (Hutter) Fink in Ridgewood, N.Y. In 1944 he graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School and then enlisted in the Army Air Corp. He served two years during World War II. Walter first became a NYC policeman in 1954. He later became a mounted policeman and quickly realized that his true devotion was training the horses as well as the men who would become mounted police officers. For many years, Walter proudly choreographed and led his fellow officers in the New York City Mounted Police Musical Ride at the annual National Horseshow held at Madison Square Garden. Stories of his horse Hermann and his days on the force entertained his friends and family, especially his grandchildren, over the years. Walter was a gifted storyteller and loved to make people laugh. Walter was a talented gardener whose specialty was geraniums. He loved spending time in his basement workshop where he designed and constructed everything from furniture to birdhouses. Walter was known as "Mr. Fix-It" wherever he lived; helping neighbors, friends and family with whatever was broken. He was fond of saying, "I can fix anything but a broken heart." After retiring to Vermont, Walter served as a bodyguard for the Rockefellers in Woodstock. Walter is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Grace (O'Leary) Fink; his three daughters, Pat O'Shea and her husband, Chris, Kathleen Ritchie and her husband, Steve, and Grace Heltz and her husband, Jim. He will be greatly missed by his nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He leaves a sister, Marie Novak, and her husband, Fred and many nieces and nephews. His was predeceased by his brother, John. The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of the staff of the Arbors for their loving and respectful care for Walter. Thank you to Dr. Joseph Haddock and Nurse Margaret for their friendship and care over the years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Church in Essex Junction on Nov. 27 at 11 a.m., with interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Essex Junction.

BURLINGTON - Kevin Paul Finnigan, 58, of Burlington, died unexpectedly Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 in his sleep following a short illness. He was born in Burlington on Feb. 3, 1952, the son of Charles and Elizabeth (Bracy) Finnigan. Kevin served in the United States Marine Corps during the Viet Nam War and received the National Defense Service Medal. Kevin traveled a great deal in his earlier years but settled in Burlington. He was a longtime volunteer with COTS and in 1997, he received the Volunteer of the Year Award for outstanding service on behalf of homeless Vermonters. He had most recently worked at the Westview House in Burlington. Kevin was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed watching the New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Steelers and Notre Dame Football. He also enjoyed the numerous family gatherings over the years, especially the annual Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving Day. Kevin will be sorely missed by all. Kevin is survived by his two sons, Kevin and Rob; his siblings, Joan and Roger Rock, Charles, William, Patrick, Joseph and Sue, John and Bonnie, Michael and Joanne, Frank, Mary and John Guarino and Timothy and Charlene; and numerous nieces, nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Elizabeth. Per Kevin's request, private funeral services will be held at the convenience of his family. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to COTS, 179 South Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401.

NEW HAVEN MILLS - Dorothy A. Fisher, died Feb. 11, 2010 at her home after a long illness. A lifetime resident of the Mills, she was born there on Jan. 2, 1919, the fourth of five daughters of R. Joseph and Emily (Booska) Angier. She graduated from Beeman Academy in 1936. Soon after, while working in Vergennes, she met her husband, Edward Fisher, and they were married in St. Ambrose Church in Bristol, Vt. During World War II, Dorothy went to Aircraft School and worked at Chance Vought in Hartford, Conn. She was proud to say that she worked on the B17 airplane. Near the war's end, Dorothy returned to the family farm where she lived until her death. There she raised her two children, cared for aged parents and others, all the while tending farm and housework. Foremost, she was a caregiver to all people, old or young, as well as to animals and plants. Dorothy took great pride in her surroundings, particularly in the lawns, flower and vegetable gardens, and her beloved Boston Red Sox. A thrifty and generous person, with a strong and keen mind, she was able to engage in a good conversation or argument until her final hours. She could also balance her checkbook in her head, and remembered many with generous gift checks. She is survived by her son, Thomas, and his wife, Barbara of Addison, Vt.; a daughter, Bonnie Gardner, and her companion, Andrew Moyer, of Atkinson, N.H.; Four grandchildren, Lori Loyer, and her husband, Thomas, of Shelburne, Vt.; Martha Santa Maria, and her husband, Rick, of Addison; David Gardner, and his wife, Nikki, of Williamsburg, Mass.; and, Thomas Garbarino, and his wife, Annique, of Putney, Vt. Dorothy was especially proud to be a great grandmother to Jena and Dominick Santa Maria, Emily and Jake Loyer, Luke Gardner, and Samuel Garbarino, as well as a special grand nephew, Rick Sullivan, of Bristol, and a special neighbor and long time friend, Barbara Martell. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, Edward Fisher, her sisters Irene King, Bernice Daigneault, Gladys Lawrence and Joy Sullivan, and her special nephew Joseph Sullivan and her son-in-law John Gardner. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Joseph Winget of South Burlington, Dr. Gamal Eltabbakh of South Burlington, and Dr. Wendy Puls of Bristol. Home health nurse Pat Wright and Health Aide Carol King. Her special caregiver Dale Fleming, and also the staff at Addison Home Health and Hospice for their excellent care during her long illness. Dorothy lived a long and rewarding life, and will be remembered with kindness by all that knew her. At Dorothy's request, a memorial service will be held at the family's convenience followed by a burial in Mount St. Joseph Cemetery in Bristol, hopefully on a warm, sunny, spring day, a day she would have preferred to dig dandelion greens. Memorial contributions may be made to Addison County Home Health and Hospice, Middlebury, Vt. 05753.

JERICHO - Deborah J. "Debbie" Fitzgerald, 70, a longtime resident of Jericho, died peacefully in Fletcher Allen Health Care of Burlington on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Deborah was born in St. Albans on Aug. 4, 1940, the daughter of Alfred and Alice (Daley) Deso. In 1958, she graduated from St. Mary's High School in St. Albans, and later from the University of Vermont. She was married in St. Albans on Nov. 17, 1962 to James A. Fitzgerald, who predeceased her on Oct. 4, 1997. For over 30 years, Debbie was employed in Jericho Town Offices as Town Clerk, Assistant Town Clerk, Justice of the Peace, celebrating many weddings, and served the community in numerous other capacities. She was a communicant and Eucharistic Minister at St. Pius X in Essex Center, and was recognized by the Vermont Catholic Diocese for her service to her church. Debbie enjoyed community events, helping others, her collections, gardening, crafts, reading, Disney, visiting the beaches and lighthouses in Maine, but mostly spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was "Practically Perfect!" Debbie was predeceased by her sister, Joyce Corrado. She is survived by her sons and their wives, Daniel and Kimberly Fitzgerald of Underhill, Sean and Kristin Fitzgerald of Essex Junction, and Jamie and Cathy Fitzgerald of Underhill; four grandchildren, Joshua, Shea, Keegan, and Riley Fitzgerald; her brother and sisters and their spouses, Joseph and Jane Deso, Audrey and Bob Brown, Sandy and Ronnie Cain, and Beth and Ned Branon; sister-in-law, Valerie Fitzgerald; brother-in-law, Jack Fitzgerald; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Visiting hours will be on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. in Winooski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 11 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Essex Center. Interment will be held at the Jericho Corners Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

EAST MIDDLEBURY - Constance Gerow Fitzpatrick, of East Middlebury and Anchorage, AK, died Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 at Fletcher Allen Hospital with her beloved husband and family at her side. Constance was born in Middlebury on Oct. 17, 1954, to Raymond and Beatrice (Dayton) Gerow. Constance graduated from Middlebury Union High School and received her Bachelor in Human Development in 1976 from the University of Vermont. Following graduation, Constance moved to Alaska and began her career as a State of Alaska Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, where she was respected for her dedication and compassion. Constance married Thomas Fitzpatrick on Nov. 2, 1987 in Anchorage, AK. The couple resided in Alaska until they returned to Vermont to seek medical treatment for her Multiple Sclerosis in the 1990s. Constance had been diagnosed with MS at a very young age. She amazed everyone who knew her with her accepting attitude, compassion and kindness, as well as her strength, fortitude and determination. She lived so honestly, she gave so generously, she took so gracefully, and she loved so perfectly. She was predeceased by a brother, Raymond Gerow, Jr. in 1983; and by her parents, Raymond Gerow (1980) and Beatrice Gerow on Aug. 31, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Thomas (Fitz) Fitzpatrick of East Middlebury; her sisters, Susan La Rock and her husband, David, of Brandon and their son, Michael, and Nancy and her husband, James Reynolds, of Salisbury and their three children, Smith Reynolds, Kate Squire, and Colin Reynolds; her brother, Theodore and his wife, Deborah, of New Haven; her brothers-in-law, James Fitzpatrick and his wife, Carma, of Middlebury and John Fitzpatrick and his wife, Molly, of Milddlebury; and her sister-in-law, Kathy Reynolds and her husband, Steve, of Cornwall; as well as many nieces and nephews and other relatives. A special thanks is extended for the unconditional loving care of her homecare nurse Arlene Ladd and other care providers, Beth Haskell and primary physician Scott Smith, M.D. Constance's family would also like to thank all of the respiratory therapists and the following ICU nurses for their thoughtfulness and compassion: Courtney, Terry, Lorrie, Christy, both Kathys. Amy, Mary, Amanda and Ed. They would also like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Gilman Allen, Barb Seagle and Janet Deslauriers for their understanding and unrelenting commitment to Constance's care. A funeral mass has been scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption BVM (St. Mary's) in Middlebury. An announcement regarding the location of the reception will be made at the funeral service.

- Ora M. Flanders, 98, died peacefully early Easter morning, Apr. 4, 2010. Ora was born in Lacadie, P.Q. on Dec. 23, 1911, the daughter of Joseph and Lucy (Bouthot) Bushey. She married Malcolm Flanders in Jericho in 1932 and had resided in Fletcher since. She had been a member of the Fletcher Grange since 16, serving as Chaplin and Secretary. Ora enjoyed dancing and listening to Malcolm play at many dances. She was also a former Home Dem member and a Ballot Clerk in Fletcher. She is survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins including Judy Bushey, Homer and Pauline Bushey, Emile and Ann Bushey, Raymond and Carolyn Bushey, Louis and Joanne Bushey, George and Phyllis Bushey, Rita and Gerald L'Esperence, Aline Gentry, Kerwin and Sharon Flanders and Kay Flanders. She was predeceased by her husband Malcolm in 1988 and many in laws. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, Apr. 7, 2010 in the Binghamville United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. with calling hours in the Binghamville Church from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service. Burial will follow in the Binghamville Cemetery. Memorial's in Ora's memory may be made to the Binghamville Church Clock Fund or Binghamville Cemetery Fund, both in care of Charles Tinker, 629 Fairfax Road, Cambridge, Vt. 05444. Special thanks are expressed to Dr. John Fitzgerald, Patty Towel, Judy Bushey and the staff at Franklin County Home Health for the excellent care given Ora.

MILTON/ COWANSVILLE, PQ, CANADA - George Kent Fletcher, 90, died Monday, June 7, 2010 at the Cowansville Medical Center in Cowansville, PQ, following a long illness. George was born in Beaconsfield, Quebec on June 17, 1919, the son of Joseph and Corrine (Vessot) Fletcher. He was educated in Montreal, graduating from Technical College. He served in the Canadian Army during World War ll, and was always a proud veteran willing to share his military memories with anyone who asked. George had worked for many years for the Vessot Company as president in Jolliette, Canada before moving to Vermont, where he founded Forest City Lodge in Milton in 1956. He ran Forest City for over 43 years. He was also a proud member of the Milton Business Assoc. He was a naturalist who enjoyed photography and spending time with his family. He married Rita M. Pigeon in 1977 in Burlington. He was a devoted father, husband and friend. He was always a very kind man with a gentle heart. In addition to his wife, Rita, George is survived by his son, Edward George Fletcher, and friend Jamie Gentilquore of Winooski; by Rita's children, Carolyne Gauthier of Fla., and Stephane Gauthier and Cybele Gauthier of Canada; his grandsons, Cassidy and Luc; and his brother, Richard Kent Fletcher of Nova Scotia. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday.

, USAAF, died May 10, 1944, while piloting a B-25C Mitchell medium bomber on a courier mission from Ajaccio, Corsica, to Ghisonaccia, Corsica. His aircraft encountered heavy storms and crashed on Mount Cagna, near Giannuccio. The rugged terrain prevented U.S. Army Air Force personnel from reaching the crash site at the time, and 1st Lt Fletcher was listed as "Killed in Action - Not Recoverable". A team of native Corsicans, working with the U.S. Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command, recently recovered 1st Lt Fletcher, and have returned his remains to Essex Center for burial next his parents, Ray and Nellie (Foley) Fletcher. 1st Lt Ray F. Fletcher was born on May 5, 1917. He attended Westborough Schools and was a graduate of Boston University on June 2, 1941. He served as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Force, 380th Bombardment Squadron (Medium), 310th Bombardment Group (Medium), 57th Bombardment Wing, 12th Air Force, Mediterranean Theater of Operations. 1st Lt Fletcher is survived by a cousin, Rhetta Fletcher of Cheshire, Mass. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Priscilla Bagley; and many cousins, to include Consuelo Northrop Bailey, a former Lt. Governor of Vermont. Funeral services will be held on Friday Aug. 20, 2010, at 11 a.m. in St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Jct. Burial with full military honors will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Essex Center.

STOWE - Anton Flory, 78, of Stowe, Vt., died peacefully on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at his home surrounded by his family. He had been diagnosed with cancer only 18 days prior. He was born in Zams, Austria on Aug. 31, 1931, son of the late Maria Theresia (Steinmller) Flory and Alfons Flory. He loved flowers and spent much of his spare time planting and tending his gardens at the Alpenrose Motel, which he and his wife Pam built with their own hands and where they lived for 43 years, raising their family. He loved to travel and had recently returned from a three-week trip to Australia in November where he visited one of his sisters and her family. He loved spending time with his grandchildren; he skied, gardened and cooked with them, and even took up rollerblading at the age of 68 to spend time with them on the bike path. He looked at life through the eyes of an artist and transformed his world with the hands of a craftsman. At his core, though, he was a chef. He was an advocate of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) in general, and of culinary education, apprenticeship and certification specifically. Additionally, over the years, he was involved in countless fundraising events, supporting local and national causes from the Stowe Education Fund to the American Heart Association. He was a member of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and its honor society the American Academy of Chefs (AAC). In 1981, he became one of the first five Certified Master Chefs (CMC) in the United States. He was also a member of the Les Amis d'Escoffier Society, the Chevalier de la Chaine des Rotisseurs and the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) where, in 2008, he obtained a Global Master Chef Certification (WGMC). He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years Pamela Warner Flory; his children Katrine and husband David Wolfgang, grandchildren Taylor and Joshua of Stowe, Vt.; Etienne and husband Paul Morris, grandchildren Margaux and Jack of Stowe, Vt.; Alicia Flory and granddaughter Chelsea of New Jersey; his siblings Burgi Rozbovsky of Montfalcone, Italy; Herta Stadler of Ocean Grove, Victoria, Australia, Walter Flory and wife Gretl of Innsbruck, Austria; Adi Flory of Hintertiersee, Austria; Hermann Flory and wife Monika of Innsbruck, Austria; Rosemarie Schollenberger of Innsbruck, Austria; many nieces and nephews and a loving brotherhood of chefs from around the world. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Stowe Community Church of Stowe, Vt. with Rev. Bruce Comiskey officiating. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Culinary Courtyard Project at the Green Mountain Technology and Career Center (GMTCC Culinary Courtyard Project, 738 Vermont 15W, Hyde Park, Vt. 05655).

WHITING - Carrie Laurette Flynn, 24, died Saturday January 9, 2010, along with her loving father, Kevin M. Flynn and her little angel niece, Bryanna Popp in a snowmobile accident on Lake Dunmore in Salisbury. Born in Middlebury, January 17, 1985, she was the daughter of Kevin M. and Terry (Hubbell) Flynn. Carrie was a graduate of Otter Valley Union High School, class of 2003 and was currently employed at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Middlebury. Carrie is survived by her mother, Terry L. Flynn of Whiting, two sisters, Kady Popp and her husband Donavan of Brandon, and Kellie Flynn of Whiting; her grandparents, Clarence and Yvette Sturtevant of New Haven, Olin and Eunice Flynn of Ferrisburgh; several aunts and uncles, Zandra and Marcel Cousino, Iona and Loren Smith, Mari and Paul Quesnel, Shari and Roger Lussier, Timothy and Erica Flynn, Mark Hubbell and his fiancée Tracy Payne; two nephews, Jeremiah Popp and Aiden Decker; step- nephew and niece Dominick and Samantha Popp; and many cousins. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, January 12, 2010, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the American Legion, 49 Wilson Rd., Middlebury. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Church, Middlebury with the Rev. William R. Beaudin, pastor, as celebrant. Spring burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Brandon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Vergennes, Middlebury or Brandon Rescue Squad.

WHITING - Kevin M. Flynn, 50, died Saturday, January 9, 2010, along with his beautiful daughter, Carrie Laurette Flynn and his little angel granddaughter, Bryanna Popp in a snowmobile accident on Lake Dunmore in Salisbury. Born Dec. 17, 1959, in Burlington, he was the son of Olin and Eunice (Stevens) Flynn. Kevin was a graduate of Vergennes Union High School, class of 1978. Kevin was a valued employee of Quesnels Holsteins AgriMark. Kevin was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. He married his longtime sweetheart, Terry Hubbell on July 31, 1981. Family members include his wife, Terry L. Flynn of Whiting; his parents, Olin and Eunice Flynn of Ferrisburgh; two daughters, Kady Popp and her husband Donavan of Brandon, and Kellie Flynn of Whiting; two grandsons, Jeremiah Popp and Aiden Decker; stepgrandchildren, Dominick and Samantha Popp, all of Brandon; his in-laws, Clarence and Yvette Sturtevant; his siblings, Zandra and Marcel Cousino, Iona and Loren Smith, Mari and Paul Quesnel, Shari and Roger Lussier, Timothy and Erica Flynn, his brother-in-law Mark Hubbell and fiancée Tracy Payne; several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandparents; Charles and Madeleine Flynn, Arnold and Beatrice Stevens; and a special nephew, Scott Cousino. Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, January 12, 2010, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the American Legion, Middlebury Post, 49 Wilson Rd., Middlebury. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Church with Rev. William R. Beaudin, pastor, as celebrant. Spring burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Brandon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Vergennes, Middlebury and Brandon Rescue Squad.

SOUTH HERO - Eugene Fodor, 94, died on June 8, 2010, in the NWMC in St. Albans. Born in New Brunswick, N.J. on Dec. 7, 1915, he returned to his parent's native Hungary in 1919. In Aug. 1936, he married Shirley Georgy and they relocated to the United States in 1937, and took up residence in New Brunswick, N.J., and later moved to North Brunswick, N.J. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Shirley, in 1995 and his brother, Joseph Fodor of Franklin Township, N.J. and his sister, Yolan Varga of Las Vegas, Nev.; and sister, Ilona Fodor of Hungary. Upon his return to the USA, he was employed by Louis Lefkowitz Leather and later by Johnson & Johnson (J&J) Companies. He retired from Ethicon Sutures, Somerville, N.J., after 40 years of service. During his employment, he served as a union representative a contract negotiator and workplace arbitrator and a member of J & J's in-house emergency first response team. He was a volunteer for the North Brunswick, N.J. Senior Citizens Center for many years and provided services to those homebound as a Meals-OnWheels driver. He had great interest in anything mechanical and was an accomplished woodworker. He became a self-taught radio technician and operated a radio sales and service business. He was a wine maker and produced some tasty quality wines. An avid gardener, he tended a variety of fine vegetables and fruits. He is survived by son, Eugene W. Fodor and his wife, Brenda; grandson, Michael Fodor; daughter-inlaw, Kasia; and great-grandson, Christopher, all of South Hero. In addition, he is survived by nephews, Zolton Fodor and family of Piscataway, N.J., Eugene Varga and family of Klamath Falls, Ore., Michael Varga of Las Vegas, Nev.; and nieces, Ester Puritz of Las Vegas, Nev., Betty Harris and family of Franklin, N.J., Lillian Taylor and family of New Mexico. Also special lifelong friends, Mrs. Vilma Filep, Vilma and Lloyd Gisert, Ernie and Ruth Filep, Jim and Maurine Filep, as well as Charles and Angela Somigyi and family of North Brunswick, N.J. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton, Vt. In lieu of flowers please make a memorial donation to Our Lady of Peace, North Brunswick, NJ; Senior Citizens Center, North Brunswick, NJ; St. Rose of Lima, S. Hero, VT or a charity of your choice. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in North Brunswich, NJ., with entombment in Franklin Memorial Park, North Brunswick, NJ.