, 95, died recently at Lafayette Center in Franconia, N.H. Deb was born in North Brookfield, Mass., in 1914, the daughter of Arthur J. and Mabel Barton Wills. A graduate of North Brookfield High School, Class of 1932, she attended the Lesley School in Cambridge, Mass., and was a graduate of Sullins College, Bristol, Va., with a diploma in home economics. She also attended the Kathleen Dell Business School in Boston while teaching cooking and sewing at a settlement house in the Boston area. Before her marriage to Edwin F. Estle in 1941, she was secretary at the Quaboag Rubber Co., North Brookfield, Mass. After World War II, Deb and Ed moved to Littleton where she was secretary in the firm of Edwin F. Estle, Certified Public Accountant. Deb and Ed visited Europe and Alaska on several occasions during their retirement. They spent several winters in Aiken, S.C., before returning to live year-round in Littleton in 1991. Deb was a member of the First Congregational Church for over 60 years, and belonged to the Emma Merrill Guild and the Ladies' Society. She is fondly remembered by her family, friends, and caregivers for her positive spirit and unflagging sense of humor, in spite of her physical failings. She is survived by daughters Martha and husband Bryant Eaton, and Nancy and husband Jonathan Graves, all of Grand Manan Island, NB, Canada, and son John and partner Norma Haubenstock of Fairbanks, Alaska. Other family members include three grandchildren, Alex Eaton, Alisa Eaton and Ian Graves, a great grandson, two nieces and a nephew. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation in Deb's name may be made to North Country Home Health and Hospice, the First Congregational Church stained glass window fund, or Habitat for Humanity. Memorial and committal services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 78, of Redding Lane, Moultonborough, N.H., passed away peacefully at Golden View Health Care Center, Meredith on Monday, March 29, 2010, after a short illness. Bill was born in Lancaster, N.H., on May 10, 1931, to Albert and Leota (Bresette) Andrews. He attended Lancaster schools where he was a champion skier. Following high school, he entered the Navy, serving in the SeaBee Construction Battalion. He trained in Port Huenemi, Calif., where he attended builders school and graduated with honors. From 1951 to 1955, he was stationed in the Philippines and Korea. Returning to Lancaster, Bill married a former classmate, Vera Young. Moving to Littleton, N.H., they raised a family. Bill worked for 22 years at Connors and Hoffman Footwear moving through the ranks to general manager until he left in 1978. Bill was a past president of the Littleton Chamber of Commerce and was active in the Elks and Knights of Columbus. He coached several Little League teams and was a scout leader. He was instrumental in starting the parish council for the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, where he was a communicant. The family relocated to Holderness, N.H., where they purchased and operated the Black Horse Motor Court until 1985. An avid sports enthusiast, Bill was a lifelong NASCAR and Red Sox fan. He enjoyed gardening and listening to jazz and swing music. A champion swing dancer, Bill delighted his family at weddings and other gatherings with his talent for swing dance. A highlight of his life were his grandchildren and attending the INDY 500 race with his sons. In addition to his wife of 53 years, Bill is survived by his five sons and their families; Michael and Julie of Gilford, Timothy and Michelle of Gilford, Gregory and Ann of Irvine, Calif., Jeffrey and Lynn of Meredith, and Todd and Holly of Meredith; 12 grandchildren; his brother, Robert Andrews and wife Joyce of Littleton, N.H. A calling hour will be held Monday, April 5, 2010, from 11 a.m. to noon at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 300 Route 25, Meredith, N.H., with a Mass of Christian burial to follow. The Very Rev. Dennis J. Audet, V.F., will be the celebrant. Interment will follow immediately at Shannon Cemetery, Route 109, Moultonborough, N.H. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 2 Wall St., Manchester, N.H. 03101.

, 68, of Lyndonville, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 3, 2010, with family at his side. Born Sept. 1, 1941 in Bridgewater, Mass., his parents were the late Elvin and Ethelyn (Gaskin) Switser. He was also predeceased by his stepfather, Arthur Bean, and his four brothers: Robert, Reginald and wife Fargo, Dean, and Arnold. Stan graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 1960. As an independent contractor, Stan owned and operated Stan Switser Concrete. For several years he enjoyed competeing in snow mobile races. He built and operated the East Burke Market in the late 1970s/early1980s while owning and operating the Pizza Keg in Lyndonville. He was also a home-builder and an independent, native logger. He and the whole family treasured their time spent at their Tampico camp where he hunted since he was a young boy. Stan had many wonderful experiences big game hunting in Montana, Quebec and Newfoundland. Stan and Debbie were married Aug. 18, 1979. They moved to Florida in the early 1980s and spent 14 years there, first living in Pompano Beach where he did custom cabinetry and later they purchased and operated The Farmers Market; then moved to Palm City where he was a supervisor building custom homes. His favorite pastime in Florida was deep sea fishing. He is survived by his wife, Deborah of Lyndonville; son, Stanley Switser and wife Teresa of Lyndonville; daughter, Denene Merrill and husband Steve of Lyndonville, daughter, Susan Switser and fiancé Bill Moore of Jupiter, Fla.; four grand-daughters: Meghan and Mollie Switser, Rachel and Stephanie Merrill; one great-granddaughter, Miss Kira B.; three sisters-in-law: Kay Switser of West Burke, Patricia Switser of Lyndonville, and Lois Switser of Lyndonville; nieces, nephews, and their families; and his two canine companions whom he loved dearly, Kyla and Zion. There will be a gathering of friends and family at the Guibord Funeral Home this Saturday, April 10, from 1-4 p.m. (It is suggested entering the funeral home using the Center street entrance.) The family will scatter his cremains at the family camp at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lyndon Rescue Inc., P.O. Box 401, Lyndonville VT 05851.

joined her mother, in heaven, early Saturday morning, April 3, 2010, at the age of 60 after suffering a stroke 10 days prior. She was the beloved, special daughter of Russell and Lois (Keneson) Butler. Her mother went home to the Lord Nov. 29, 2008. She is survived by her father, Russell, two brothers: Nathan Butler and wife Laura of Baltimore, Md., Pastor David Butler and wife Ruth of Shamokin, Pa.; nieces and nephews. Laurie Cleary, the manager at the Lyndon Women's Home, reflects: "There are very few people who enter our lives that leave such a lasting impression in our heart and soul. Laurie was that person. She brought happiness, understanding, humor, compassion, and unconditional love to all those who knew her. Although Laurie was non-verbal, she understood much and enjoyed life tremendously. She loved her family and friends who were so important to her. She lit up a room with her twinkling, bright blue eyes and warm smile and had a laugh that was infectious! We called these laughs 'Laurie's belly laughs' because they started way down deep, and her whole body would shake. Quite often these belly laughs were at her father's expense as we teased him from time to time." "Laurie and my journey started over 17 years ago when Laurie moved into the Lyndon Women's Home and I first began working there. My job was to teach necessary skills to the residents and enrich their lives. Well, I feel that I learned more from Laurie than what I gave her. She taught us all much over the years. Laurie's parents and their families became our extended family." "While there is a great sense of loss and sadness for those left behind, we know that Laurie is in a better place, and we will always carry loving and fond memories in our heart. God bless you, Laurie. We love you!" A memorial service will be held this Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Lyndon Bible Church located off Brown Farm Road. Pastor Joel Battaglia, and her brother, Pastor David Butler, will officiate. Memorial contributions could be directed to either: Northeast Kingdom Mental Health (which operates the Lyndon Women's Home on Riverside Court), or to Lyndon Bible Church.

, 52, of Bethelehem, N.H., died Friday evening April 2, 2010, at his home. Leonard was born the son of the late Leo and Bertha (Gomond) DeBeradinis on June 11, 1957, and grew up in Berlin, Mass. He graduated Assabet High School in Marlboro, Mass., in 1976. Most people would remember Lenny riding his bike on any sunny chance he got. He was also a favorite to his many nieces and nephews. Lenny always had a passion to crawl under the hood of any car and was also an accomplished cook and got no complaints. He is survived by his companion, Valerie Landon; his son, Leo DeBeradinis; daughter, Donnajean DeBeradinis; brothers, Harold DeBeradinis, C.J., Stephen and David; sister, Carol Marcheteer; four grandsons; as well as many nieces and nephews and a host of friends and boys on the seacoast that considered him another dad. The family will announce services at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bethlehem Heritage Society or the Bethlehem Ambulance and Fire Department.

, 69, of Island Pond, died peacefully April 3, 2010, in Newport. He was born Nov. 24, 1940, in Sutton, Vt., a son of Elmer and Flossie (Facteau) Peck. On Aug. 7, 2005, he married Diane (DeLaBruere) Daniels who survives him. He attended Lyndon Institute in 1958. Truman entered the United States Army on Nov. 25, 1960, and was honorably discharged on Nov. 24, 1963. He was an engineer for the Canadian Pacific Railroad for 32 years. Among his hobbies he enjoyed hunting, four wheeling, kayaking, biking, ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country-skiing, square dancing, building model airplanes and spending time with his family. He wintered in Winter Haven, Fla., where he made many new friends and touched many lives. Truman held memberships with the American Legion Post 21 of Newport, the Masonic Golden Rule Lodge #5 of Stanstead, and the Square Dance Club and Bowling League. At one time he was a licensed barber and owned and operated a body shop and he built his own home, both located in Derby Line, Vt. He is survived by his wife Diane (Daniels) Peck of Island Pond, his children: Scott Peck and companion Tina of West Charleston, Darrin Peck and companion Sarah Myers of Essex Junction, Vt., and Jodie Peck of Albany; 9 grandchildren: Cory, Angelee, Danielle, Natasha, Desmah, Ayla-Kaid, Noah, Savannah, and Elizabeth; and by special family members Tammy and Dion. He is also survived by a brother, Stewart Peck and friend Audrey of Enosburg, Vt.; three sisters: Shirley Ronan of California, Doreen Deos of Lyndon Center, Vt., and Geraldine Deos of Long Island, N.Y.; and by several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his stepchildren: Walter Daniels and companion Andrea Natal of East Burke, Christine Jenks and husband Dusty of East Burke, and Marie Routhier and husband Alan of Essex; eight step-grandchildren: Victoria, Allyssa, Jacob, Austin, Melena, Arianna, Tyler and Hailey. Truman has joined his son Rance Peck who predeceased him on April 22, 2002. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday April 10, 2010, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel, 37 Lake Road, Newport with the Rev. Elton Ovitt officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday April 10, 2010 from 10 a.m. until the hour of the funeral. Internment will follow in East Haven Cemetery with full military honors. Members of the Masonic Golden Rule Lodge #5 will conduct a Masonic service at 10 a.m. Saturday April 10, 2010, at the funeral home. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, Vt. 05495.

, 84, of State Street, Groveton, N.H., died Friday April 2, 2010, at the Country Village Genesis Eldercare Center in Lancaster. Mrs. Robinson was born in Northumberland on May 3, 1925, the daughter of Edward and Irma (Dupuis) Gardiner. Alice was a devoted homemaker most of her life and also worked for a time at Converse Shoe in Berlin and the former Giant Store in Northumberland. She was a communicant of St. Francis Xavier Church in Groveton and was an active member of her church. She was a Daughter of Isabella and volunteered much of her time to the operation of church bingo and penny sales. She was also an active volunteer in the community devoting time to the Thrift Shop in Groveton and working auctions. At one time she was the recipient of the Grange Citizen of the Year award. She enjoyed playing bingo, crafts, yard sales, traveling, float decorating, and loved flowers and cooking. She was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Groveton American Legion Post #17. Family members include her children, Frederica Jewett of Groveton, Edward Robinson of Lancaster, Shirley Beliveau of Groveton, Edmund Robinson of Groveton, Brenda Stinson of Stratford, Dana Robinson of Lancaster, Paul Robinson of Fire island, N.Y., Michael Robinson of Groveton, Tina Collier of Groveton and Mark Robinson of Groveton; 21 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She also leaves her loving cat Tara. She was predeceased by her husband Frederick G. "Joe" Robinson (2009) and her sister Irene Charron. Visiting hours will be held Monday, April 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, Groveton. Reverend Daniel Deveau, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Groveton. Donations may be made in her memory to New Hampshire Alzheimer's Assn., 10 Ferry St., Suite 419, Concord, NH 03301.

, 84, of Elm Street, Lancaster, N.H., died Saturday morning, April 3, 2010, at Weeks Medical Center, surrounded by her family. Mrs. White was born in Lancaster on May 20, 1925, the daughter of Shirley and Elizabeth (Monahan) Gardner. She was a lifetime resident of Lancaster and a graduate and valedictorian of Lancaster Academy. For a time she worked in medical records at Weeks Memorial Hospital and for many years was an executive secretary at the Stinehour Press in Lunenburg. More recently she was employed as a secretary at St. Paul's Church in Lancaster. Eleanor was a communicant and former organist of All Saints Church in Lancaster. She enjoyed square dancing and was a Hospice volunteer. She was the loving mother and grandmother of five children, Richard White and wife Sandra of Rochester, N.Y., Gary White and wife Ann Marie of Berlin, Sarah Bates of Bristol, N.H., Rosemary White of Dalton, Arthur White of Bristol, N.H.; five grandchildren, Allan, Andrew, Nicole, Graham, Shannon; and three great-grandchildren, Parker, Jenna, and Kevin. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Veronica Gardner of Lancaster, and two nephews, William White and Stephen Gardner. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul A. White; two brothers, Glenn Gardner and Henry Gardner; and a sister, Hazel Gardner. A visiting hour will be held Monday morning April 12, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11 a.m. at All Saints Church, Lancaster. Reverend Raymond Ball, pastor, will officiate. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to Weeks Home Health, Hospice and Community Outreach Services, 278 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584-9998.

, age 90, of Lyndonville, formerly a longtime Passumpsic resident, passed away April 2, 2010, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center with her family at her side. Born March 6, 1920, to Edward F. and Sarah (Park) Young, she attended Lyndon schools and graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1938. She married Gilbert L. Somers in June 1940 and he predeceased her in 1973. Lib worked for many years as a proofreader for The Caledonian-Record, retiring in 1986. Prior to that, she worked in St. Johnsbury at Hovey's Shops and Maple Grove and in Lyndonville at Chase Maple Candy. She was a member of the Passumpsic Community Baptist Church, past member of Lyndon Enterprise Grange and Passumpsic Valley Grange, and past president of the St. Johnsbury Business & Professional Women's Club. She enjoyed rug-hooking and gardening and was a frequent patron of the Cobleigh Library. She is survived by two daughters, Mary Wisner and husband Larry of Danville, and Linda Butler and husband Arlan of Athol, Mass.; grandchildren Pamela Vance and husband Chris, Kevin Wisner and wife Ana, Wendy Gadapee and husband Kevin, Dean Patterson and wife Susan, Tina O'Neil and husband Jamie, and Lawrence Patterson; great-grandchildren Derek and Alysia Vance, Brandyn, Kyle, Daryn and Lacey Gadapee, Sarah and Katlyn O'Neil, Brooke, Owen, Sage and Brynn Patterson; a brother Edward Young Jr. and wife Earlene. She was predeceased by a brother, George Young, and sisters Pauline Reed and Rubie LaBay. There will be no calling hours. Private family services will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Barnet Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Elizabeth's name may be sent to Cobleigh Library, 14 Depot St., Lyndonville, VT 05851, York Street Steeple Fund at Upright Steeple Society Ltd., P.O. Box 224, Lyndon VT 05849, Lyndon Enterprise Grange, 173 York St., Lyndon, VT 05851, or Passumpsic Community Baptist Church, P.O. Box 126, Passumpsic, VT 05861.

, 68, passed away peacefully at his home in Landaff on Sunday morning, April 4, 2010, surrounded by his family. He fought a courageous battle against glioblastoma multiforme, brain cancer, this past year. Born in Littleton, N.H., in 1941, he was the son of the late Arthur and Mary Hunt. He grew up in Sugar Hill and graduated from Littleton High school. In his younger days, he enjoyed racing stock cars on local dirt tracks. He was known as "Satch." Ron owned and operated Hunt's Auto Center and AKM Recycling in Franconia until this past November when he sold the property and businesses. He had a strong work ethic and was very dedicated to his community. He served on the Franconia Board of Adjustment for 17 years, the planning board for three years, and as a selectman for eight years. He was a charter member of the Lafayette Lions Club and a member of the Franconia Fire Department for 20-plus years. Antique tractor pulls, coffee time with the "boys," watching NASCAR and working around the garage were just a few of his favorite things to do in his spare time. Family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren brought him great pleasure as well. He was predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Priscilla S. Hunt, in 2006. He is survived by three daughters, Audrey Champagne and husband Scott and their children, Kristyna, Matthew, Hannah and Emma of Lisbon; Kathleen Boulanger and husband Steven and their children, Ethan, and Seth of Littleton; Mattie-Jean Scheidt and husband Daniel and their children, Joshua and Emily of Burlington, Vt.; brothers David and Steve of Franconia. There will be no calling hours. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. at the Dow Field in Franconia. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ronald and Priscilla Hunt Scholarship Fund, c/o Lafayette Lions Club, P.O. Box 575, Franconia, NH 03580.

, longtime resident of Sutton, passed away early Easter morning, April 4, 2010, at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, where he had resided since December 2005. He was born in Coaticook, Quebec, on Feb. 15, 1923, the youngest of nine children born to Joseph and Gertrude Belanger. All of his siblings have predeceased him. His wife Ina (Descoteaux) Belanger passed away Oct. 24, 2000. They had two children; daughter Lorena Hunt of Sutton passed away in 2003. He married Ina Descoteaux of Barnston, Quebec, on June 9, 1951. They farmed a small farm in Coaticook. In 1956 they sold the farm and moved to Brownington, where he began his logging and trucking operation. In 1959 the Belangers moved to Sutton where he continued to operate his logging and trucking business. He did maple sugaring on his own sugar lot; he also enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his son Charles P. Belanger and wife Colleen of Sutton; son-in-law Leslie Hunt of Sutton; three grandsons, Charles' son Peter Belanger of Sutton, and Lorena's two sons, James and Ira Hunt of Sutton; one great-grandson, Andrew Belanger of Sutton; nieces, nephews and their families. Services will be held at the Guibord Funeral Home this Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Pastor Alfred Nelson, of Living Grace Church in Berlin, Vt., will officiate. Burial will be later at the Sutton Village Cemetery. Memorial contributions, marked for "Resident Activity Fund," could be directed to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 71, of Littleton, died suddenly Monday, March 29, 2010, at the Littleton Hospital. He was born in Northampton, Mass., the son of Warren and Patricia (Manning) Swift. He was a graduate of Dow Academy, Franconia, N.H., Class of 1956. He graduated from University of New Hampshire, Durham, N.H., in 1960. He lived in Massachusetts and worked for Ark-Les Switch. He also worked in Park City, Utah, where he was a dining room manger for several ski resorts. His love for New Hampshire always brought him home, where he made it permanent in the 1990s. He especially loved Sugar Hill, as his parents owned the Sunset Hill House and his children spent many summers there. He had worked at The Homestead/Sampler for many years. He was recently organizing the Dow Academy reunion. He loved living in the White Mountains and was able to enjoy The Old Man on the Mountain, hiking, skiing and local history. He was an accomplished cook and enjoyed reading. He was predeceased by both his parents. He is survived by his two daughters, Leslie Swift-Maher and her husband Christopher, Patterson, N.Y., Wendi Hite and husband Rodney, Fayetteville, N.C.; and four grandchildren, Zachary Swift Maher, Lucas Warren Maher, Sophie Elizabeth Maher and Sawyer Xavier Maher. A graveside service will be held later in the spring at the Sunnyside Cemetery, Sugar Hill, N.H. The Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel, has the privilege of these arrangements.

died Feb. 25, 2010, at the age of 91 in Harrisonburg, Va. She was a long time resident of Raynham, Mass., and Woodsville, N.H. She was married to Myron (Deke) Atwood and had two sons Arthur (Butch) and Barry. She is survived by her younger son, Barry; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Violet was an RN at Morton Hospital for a number of years and a special officer in the Raynham Police Force. A short graveside ceremony will be held at Pleasant Street Cemetery, Raynham, Mass., on April 10, 2010, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.

, 57, of North Troy, died peacefully April 6, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Oct. 29, 1952, in Newport, a son Hector and Theresa (Bacon) Descheneau Sr. On Aug. 18, 1973, he married Cheryl (Pudvah) Descheneau. During his lifetime he was owner of Hector Descheneau Transport. He held memberships with the Newport Elks Lodge 2155 of Newport, the American Legion Post 28 of North Troy, and the North Troy Fire Department. Hector enlisted in the Vermont National Guard. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed snowmobiling, NASCAR races and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Descheneau of North Troy; two children, Chris Descheneau and wife April of North Troy, and Jeremy Descheneau and wife Katie of Deering, N.H.; four grandchildren, Aaliyah, Kloey, Wyatt J. and Ryder J; his mother Theresa Descheneau of Derby; three brothers, Robert Descheneau and wife Marsha of West Charleston, Richard Descheneau Sr. and wife Diane of North Troy, and Dennis Descheneau and wife Kathy of Newport Center; his mother-in-law Matilda Pudvah of North Troy; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his father, Hector J. Descheneau Sr., in 1993. Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2010, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday April 9, 2010, with the Rev. Laurence Wall officiating. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell with military honors by members of the American Legion Post 28. Members of the Newport Elks Lodge 2155 will conduct an Elks service on Thursday evening April 8, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

, 82, a Lyndonville resident, passed away at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center following a brief illness. Mavis was born July 27, 1927, to Gilbert Carney Rogers and Hazel Vivian Rogers in Stark, N.H. In November 1946, Mavis married Gerald "Sam" Griswold of Morrisville, Vt., and together they had five children. For Mavis, the love and care of her children was everything as she provided a loving, cozy home with delicious home-baked food for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and any other children who needed a loving home. She loved traveling, playing Scrabble, history, museums, embroidering and in her later years, writing her memoir. Mavis was predeceased by her husband Sam in December of 1983. She is survived by her five children, Bonita and husband Merritt Smith of Lyndon, Gary Griswold and his wife June of Wells River, Marc Griswold and wife Cecile of Scottsdale, Ariz., Susan and Alan Inglis of East Burke, Jennifer L. Griswold of Northampton, Mass.; nine grandchildren, A. Merritt, Sarah, Gary "Griz," Gerald "Thump," Adam, Robin, Corey, Christopher and Brandon; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; brothers Bernard and Wayne Rogers; a very special sister-in-law, Janice Rogers of Stark, N.H.; a special niece, Mona Stuart of Colebrook, N.H., and a special great-niece, Erin Sulham, currently stationed in Afghanistan. Siblings who predeceased her were Muriel Stuart, Pauline Wells, Doris Stearns, Ernestine Patnoe, Murray Rogers, Phyllis Durgin, Marilyn Moulton and baby Floyd. Special friends of Mavis were Evelyn Lussier of Lyndonville and Barbara Pillsbury of Lake Havasu, Ariz. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, April 9, at Lyndonville United Methodist Church, Church Street, Lyndonville, Vt., with interment at Mountain View Cemetery in Morrisville Corners beginning at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions in Mavis's name may be sent to either Area Agency on Aging or the Salvation Army.

, 73, a longtime resident of Windham, N.H., passed away Monday, April 5, 2010, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Born in Peacham, Vt., to the late George and Arlene (Lackie) Swett, she was a longtime member of the Eastern Star. Doris worked many different jobs during her professional career, including working for Fairbanks Morse in St. Johnsbury, Vt., Romark Machines in Windham, N.H., Mack's Apple Orchard in Londonderry, N.H., Centronics in Hudson, N.H., New Hampshire Bank, which later became Citizens Bank, and most recently Herrington's in Londonderry as a customer service representative until her retirement in 2002. She leaves her beloved husband of over 54 years, Richard Johnston; along with their loving children, Darlene Rogers and her husband John of Charlestown, N.H., and Dorene Carey and her husband Brett of Thetford, Vt.; her grandchildren, Iantha Cassidy, Cady LeBlanc, Ashleigh Myrick, Aaron Jenkyn, Alexandra Myrick, Devon Carey; her great-grandson, Braden Martin; and her siblings, Harry Swett and Donna Rae Kelly; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Frank Swett. All services will be held privately at a later date and at the convenience of the family.

, 97, died Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at his home in Littleton, N.H. Gilbert was the son of the late Carleton and Blanche Pike in Mashpee, Mass., born June 12, 1912. He moved to Lyme, N.H., and graduated from Kimball Union Academy in 1929. He then moved to Littleton to begin an 11-year career with the Littleton National Bank before transferring to Littleton Savings Bank, from where he subsequently retired in 1977 as the executive vice president. Gilbert was married to Elizabeth Pike for 55 years until her death in 1991. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Jeanne and Cressy Goodwin of Tolland, Conn., Carol and John Casey of Burlington, Mass., and Carleton Pike of Austin, Texas; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and host of friends. Gilbert was very active in the community until he reached his 90s. He was the past president and secretary/treasurer of the Littleton Rotary Club. He also served on the library and cemetery committees for a number of years. He was a 32nd degree Mason of the Burns Lodge 66 F & AM since 1950, where he had been secretary and organist for the lodge and the Scottish Rite Valley of Lancaster and Littleton for a number of years. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Club and also a member of the Bektash Temple of the Scottish Rite. He was a member of the North Star Lodge of Perfection in Lancaster, Washington Council Princes of Jerusalem, and the Littleton Chapter of Rose Croix and The First Congregation Church in Littleton. He formerly was the organist for the Christian Science Church of Littleton and enjoyed donating his time with the Meals on Wheels program for the Senior Center until he was no longer able. A Masonic service will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2010, with calling hours to follow until 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 9, 2010, at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church with the Rev. Gene Mockabee officiating; interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials donations may be made to the Senior Center of Littleton.

, 79, of Littleton, N.H., died suddenly on Tuesday, April 6, 2010. Harold was born in Groton, Vt., on May 27, 1930. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had retired from a career in retail. He had also served as the town manager for Littleton in the 1970s. He was very active with the Littleton Chamber of Commerce and was passionate about donating his time to serving Littleton. Harold was a member of the Elks lodge in Littleton. Rita and Harold attended St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Rita Ann (Therrien); nephews David Cryans of Bethlehem and Christopher Cryans of Littleton; and a niece, Susan Leslie also of Littleton; and a host of extended family and wonderful friends. The family will hold a calling hour from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 9, 2010, with a funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. with Rev. Lyn O. Winter officiating. Interment services will be held privately with committal at Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials donations may be made to the Littleton Senior Center.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Wednesday evening, April 7, 2010, at the age of 81. She was born in St. Johnsbury on Sept. 24, 1928, the daughter of Alcide and Marie Rose (Marois) Carreau. She is survived by her husband Jim of St. Johnsbury (85 School St. 05819); three children: Rachael Duquette and husband John of Danville, Peter Twiss of St. Johnsbury, Suzanne Goodhue and husband Jim of St. Johnsbury; three grandsons: Johnathon Duquette, Michael and Timothy Goodhue. She was predeceased by another grandson David Duquette in 2007. Also surviving are her sister, Lorette Desrochers of St. Johnsbury; her brother Robert Carreau and his wife Simone of St. Johnsbury; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother Paul Carreau and a sister Anita Warburton. The family will observe her services privately.

of Lyndonville passed away at his home in the Northeast Kingdom Trailer Park at the age of 54. He was born in St. Johnsbury on July 12, 1955, the son of George Herbert Brill and Julia May (Park) Brill. He graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1974. He is survived by his wife June (Lane) Brill of Lyndonville; three step-children: April Gervais of East Burke, Raymond Lane of Waterville, Maine, and Ronald Lane of East Burke; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother Wayland Brill and wife Cindy of Kirby; sister Rosalie Donaghy and husband Dale of Lyndonville; sister-in-law Shirley Brill of Sutton; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brother Stanley Brill. On Thursday, April 15, from 5 to 7 p.m., there will be a gathering in his memory at the Brill home located at 118 Granite Lane in the Northeast Kingdom Trailer Park. Anyone wishing to express their sympathy is welcome. Memorial contributions could be directed to Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 79, of Cabot, died Sunday, April 11, 2010, at his residence. He was born March 26, 1931, in Barnet, the son of the late Raymond and Delia (Gonyaw) Degreenia. He attended Greensboro Bend public schools. He was married to Brenda Belle Perry. In his earlier years he worked in the woods as a logger and was a journeyman's stone cutter at Rock of Ages in Graniteville. He later was employed by Cabot Creamery, Airport Tractors in Berlin and Sam Butler Busing Service in Orleans, and was custodian and self-employed bus driver for Cabot schools. He retired in 2003. Forrest was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Hardwick. He enjoyed reading the Bible and preaching the word of Jehovah. Other enjoyments included cutting wood, working outdoors, gardening, hunting, fishing and tinkering on his tractor. He will be missed by his children and grandchildren, and will be remembered for his sense of humor, his willingness to help others and his full-hearted laugh. Survivors include two sons, Forrest M. Degreenia of Graniteville, Vt., Richard Degreenia of Walden, Vt.; two daughters, Julia Frigon of Vancouver, Wash., and Jennifer Kezer of Graniteville; seven grandchildren, Meghan Kezer and Alyssa Kezer, both of Graniteville, Joshua Frigon and Brandi Frigon, both of Vancouver, Garett Frigon of Colorado Springs, Colo., Meredith Degreenia and Miranda Degreenia, both of Walden; three sisters, Margaret Smith of Concord, N.H., Mercelina Smith of St. Johnsbury, and Drusella Rice of Newark, Vt.; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother, Welcome Degreenia. A memorial service will be held Saturday April, 17, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 38 Porter Brook Road, Hardwick. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641.

, 71, of St. Johnsbury, passed away at home Friday, April 9, 2010, with her loving family by her side. She had a long battle with cancer. Clara was born in St. Johnsbury on Jan. 18, 1939, and was a lifelong resident of the area. A St. Johnsbury Academy graduate of 1957, she enjoyed a long career with St. Johnsbury Trucking and retired in 1993. Clara enjoyed flowers, animals, especially her cats, and time spent with family. She will be remembered for her outgoing personality. She was married 39 years to Wayne D. Kimball who predeceased her in 1999; she was also predeceased by many brothers and sisters. She is survived by her two sons, John and Stephen Kimball of St. Johnsbury; her grandchildren Kristen Kimball, John 'Jake' Kimball and Sherry A. Kimball; her great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was loved by many friends and family, very much, and she will be greatly missed by all. It was Clara's wish there will be no services. Clara loved to read; memorial contributions, therefore, could be directed to The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 1171 Main St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, a Bennington native and longtime kindergarten teacher, passed away peacefully at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vt., Monday, April 12, 2010, at the age of 84. She was born in Winchendon, Mass., on Feb. 27, 1926, the daughter of Paul M. and Edna A. (Cook) Reed. She graduated from Bennington high school in 1943. Eleanor attended Vermont Junior College and then Bennington College. She worked at Sibley's Manufacturing, Noveck's Music store, The Home Furniture store and the Pennysaver Press. She became a schoolteacher in 1965 and taught kindergarten at several of the area schools. These included The Baptist Church, Molly Stark School, Beech School, Bennington Elementary and Catamount School from which she retired in 1993. She was also a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society. After retirement, Eleanor moved to St. Johnsbury where she resided with her daughter Dawn and family in 1994. She is survived by two children, daughter Dawn A. Berard and husband Steven F. Berard of St. Johnsbury, and son Joel R. Howard Sr. and wife Cynthia I. Howard of Newark, Vt.; six grandchildren, Jason, Dane, Joel Jr., Brooke, Trever and Lee Mikel; and 12 great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held at the Mahar Funeral Home on Main Street in Bennington, Vt., on Saturday, April 17, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. A prayer service will conclude the gathering beginning at 3:45 p.m. Burial will take place in Newark, Vt., on Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. A graveside prayer will be lead by Chaplin Judy Kennedy. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Bennington County Humane Society in care of Marhar's Funeral Home, as Eleanor was an avid animal lover. Other contributions may be made to the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Intensive Care Unit, in care of Sayle's Funeral Home in St. Johnsbury, Vt.

, 82, of Ryegate Road, Wells River, Vt., died on April 14, 2010, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., surrounded by his family. Bill was born in Norwich, Vt., on May 21, 1927, to Lloyd R. and Pauline (Moore) Willis. He was a graduate of Woodsville High School, Class of 1945, and married Merlene A. Taylor on Nov. 2, 1951. He worked at the Ryegate Paper Mill until his mid-30s. After working in Maine and learning the trade, he returned to Wells River and started his own plumbing and heating business while still working for the paper mill. Later, he and Merlene purchased the Birchwood Motel. While an employee at the paper mill, he served as a director in the credit union. Along with vegetable gardening, Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing baseball. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Merlene Willis of Wells River; their two sons, Bob Willis of Jericho, Vt., and Andy Willis and Deb of Wilder, Vt.; four grandchildren; a brother, David Willis and wife Sarah of East Barnet, Vt.; one niece and one nephew; and cousins. At Bill's request, there will be no calling hours or public services. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired Development Office, 60 Kimball Ave., South Burlington, VT 05403, or to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St.-Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02210.

, 78, of Lyndonville, died suddenly Tuesday morning April 13, 2010, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., following a brief illness. She was born April 10, 1932, in St. Johnsbury, the daughter of Clarence and Hazel (Badger) Daniell. Beverly graduated from Brattleboro High School, and in 1954 she graduated from Lyndon State College with her teaching degree. On July 9, 1955, she married Arthur "Mickey" McCann Jr. They lived in St. Johnsbury Center until 1970 before moving to Montpelier. While in St. Johnsbury, Beverly served as a pre-school teacher. In Montpelier she taught reading for 23 years at Union Street and St. Michael schools. She also had taught school in Springfield and St. Johnsbury. The couple moved back to the area in 1998. Beverly was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and community volunteer. A caring and loving person, she was always ready to help anyone in need. Favorite pastimes include spending time at their Northeast Kingdom camp with her family and lake friends, feeding and watching wild birds and critters, and taking care of her flowers. She and her husband attended the Lyndon Area Senior Meal Site every day, where Beverly was known to share jokes and stories. She loved following the Boston Red Sox and the "Dancing with the Stars" television program. She was also a creative artist and loved doing projects with her grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents; her step-father Arthur Dowdell; her step-mother Mildred Daniell; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Ann Pearson; and a sister in-law, Carolyn Daniell. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Arthur "Mickey" McCann of Lyndonville; five children, Casey McCann and wife Christine of Lafayette, Calif., Kellie Pearson of Santa Barbara, Calif., Darcie McCann and husband Douglas P. Steward II of Lyndon, Jamie Pryce and husband William of Montpelier, and Demsey McCann and wife Corrie of Montpelier; 11 grandchildren, Nicole, Daniell Shae, Lyndsay, Kara, Kate, Kieran, Tyler, Haley, Zoe, A.J. and Jacob; a brother, Clarence "Dan" Daniell of Brattleboro; two sisters, Marvourine Filgate of Brattleboro, and Bettejane Barnes and husband Marshall of Lyndon; her sister in-law Ruth Nurenberg and husband Sidney of Lyndon; nieces; nephews; and many friends. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, April 17, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Lyndonville with the Rev. Dwight Baker, celebrant. Friends may call on the family Friday evening from 6 to 8 at Guibord Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Elizabeth Cemetery in Lyndonville at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made in her memory may be directed to Lyndon Dog Pound, c/o Cindy Cady, P.O. Box 211, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 62, of Orford, N.H., died Friday, April 16, 2010, in Hanover, N.H. She was born May 31, 1947, the daughter of Lewis and Dorothy (Young) Bancroft. Her parents and two brothers, Fred and Earl Bancroft, predeceased her. Her sons, Adam and Ryan Vigent, and grandson Nichols Vigent survive Patricia. At her request there are no visiting hours or funeral services. Donations in her memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.

, 87, of Whitefield, N.H., and formerly of Jefferson, N.H., died Wednesday evening April 14, 2010, at Morrison Nursing Home. Mrs. Nason was born in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, on Jan. 13, 1923, the daughter of Lee and Myrtle (Otterson) Dickie. Eva graduated high school in Wellesley, Mass., and went on to attend Bryant-Straton Business College in Boston. She and her husband formerly owned and operated the Waterwheel Sugar House in Jefferson. She also was employed for a time at Lancaster National Bank. She enjoyed camping, traveling, painting and especially spending time with her family. She was a member of St. John's Methodist Church in Jefferson and the Starr King Grange. Family members include her husband, Harold Nason of Whitefield; two sons, Blake Nason and Velma of Ceres, Va., and Dana Nason and his wife Sally of Lunenburg, Vt., eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson; and her sister Carole Dusick of Sellings Grove, Pa. Her brother Robert Dickie predeceased her. There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Thursday morning, April 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church in Lancaster. The Rev. Ron Bruce, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to The Morrison Capital Campaign Fund, 6 Terrace St., Whitefield, NH 03598.

, 87, formerly of Moore Hill Road, Newbury, Vt., died April 18, 2010, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. He was born in Newbury, Vt., March 25, 1923, a son of Ralph E. and Jessie Louise (Orser) Burroughs. He attended Newbury Graded School and Newbury High School. On Sept. 20, 1945, he married Bertha Rollins. A lifelong Newbury resident, he was a farmer, logger and truck driver in the area and worked at the Four Corners Farm for 15 years. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, bird-watching, and taking rides. He listened to country music and attended square dances in West Newbury for many years. He had been a 4-H leader. Each morning he looked forward to connecting with his "CB" friends. Every spring he hosted a sugar on snow party for his family. Survivors include his wife of 64 years Bertha (Rollins) Burroughs of North Haverhill, N.H.; four daughters, Mary Lou Boyce and husband David of Wells River, Vt., Jean Welch and husband Ronald of Wells River, Linda Farquharson and husband Robert of Groton, Vt., and Susan Burroughs of Newbury; two sons, William Burroughs Jr. and wife Bonnie of Woodsville, and Leonard Burroughs and wife Susan of South Ryegate, Vt.; 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a granddaughter Andrea Raye Emerson on Jan. 3, 2000; a sister Elsie Hall; three brothers, Robert O., John R., and Rex P. Burroughs. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, April 20, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, April 21, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with officiating. Burial will follow in the Townhouse Cemetery, Newbury, Vt. Memorial contributions may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756.

, 67, of Commercial Avenue, Gilman, passed away at the Pine Knolls Nursing Home in Lyndonville, Vt., on April 15, 2010. She was born in Milford, N.H., on Jan. 19, 1943, the daughter of James Louis and Mary S. (Entsminger) Smith. Joyce resided in Nashua during her youth and later moved to the North Country and has been a resident of Gilman since 1966. She will be remembered as a caring mother, sister aunt and friend. Many will miss her sitting on her front porch visiting with family and friends. She is survived by her companion of 41 years Elwin Dresser of Gilman; two sons, Timothy Farrow and wife Wendy of Stratford, Arthur Farrow and wife Melissa of Whitefield; six granddaughters, Holly, Jade, Brittany, Mickala, Reagan, and Maddison; five sisters, Betty Bilodeau and husband Ronald of East Concord, Edna Frost, Shirley MacArthur, twin sister Joan Martel, and Bertha and Frank Leduc all of Nashua; and two brothers, Charles Smith and James Smith of Nashua. She was predeceased by a son Henry Farrow in February 2008; two brothers Raymond Smith and Richard Smith; and one sister Alice Smith. At Joyce's request there is no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 4, at 11 a.m. in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery, Littleton.

, 99, of S. Lunenburg Road, Lunenburg, Vt., died Sunday morning April 18, 2010, at her home. Mrs. McLaughlin was born in Lunenburg on July 2, 1910, the daughter of John T. and Sarah (Hagan) Powell. She was raised in Lunenburg and was a 1928 graduate of Lancaster Academy. For 25 years she and her late husband, Norman H. McLaughlin Sr., resided in Lancaster during which time they built and operated the Lancaster Motel and its restaurant. Catherine enjoyed craftwork, particularly knitting, embroidery and hooking rugs. During her lifetime she hooked over 90 rugs and during her later years, with very poor eyesight, she made many scarves for the Toys for Tots program. She also enjoyed poetry, memorizing and reciting many of her favorites. She was a Communicant of St. Leo's Catholic Church in Lunenburg, and was a 50+ year member of the Lunenburg Grange. Family members include five children: Gloria McLaughlin of Lunenburg, Norman H. "Tom" McLaughlin Jr. of Lancaster, Mary Jane Colby and husband Amos of Lunenburg, Sally Beattie and husband Mike of Guildhall, Monica Eastman and husband Dana of Lunenburg; 14 grandchildren; many great- and great-great-grandchildren; and a sister Rita Bell of Lunenburg. Norman Sr. predeceased her in 1980. At Catherine's request there are no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, April 21, at 10 a.m., at All Saints Church in Lancaster. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster. Donations may be made in her memory to New Hampshire Catholic Charities, PO Box 686, Manchester, NH 03105-0686 or Toys for Tots, Lancaster VFW, c/o Rosalie Leonard, P.O. Box 147, Lancaster, NH 03584.

, 66, of Hardwick, died Sunday April 18, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. She was born Feb. 5, 1944 in Hardwick, the daughter of the late Carrol M. and Sadie (Pickett) Davison. She attended Hardwick public schools and graduated from Hardwick Academy in the class of 1964. She continued her education at Goddard College in Plainfield. On March 1, 1965, she married Harold Max Williams in Montpelier. In her earlier years she was employed as a teacher for the Head Start Program in Hardwick, a bartender for the American Legion Post #7, the D. Chaparral Restaurant, and Benny's Restaurant all in Hardwick. Later she and her husband purchased and operated Benny's Restaurant until it was sold in 1989. She later worked for Bombardier in Barre until her health forced her to retire in 1994. She enjoyed camping, swimming, playing cards, vacationing in Maine and traveling to casinos throughout the United States. Survivors include a son, Kelly Davison and wife Jacki of Hardwick; three daughters: Stacey Williams and husband Chick King of East Albany, Sherrie Williams and companion James Bromley of Irasburg, and Shannon McCullough and companion Hezekiah McCullough of Hardwick; 14 grandchildren: Christopher Davison and wife Jessica, and Jennifer Davison and companion Ian Drown, all of Hardwick, Travis Shatney and companion Tara Quintal, and Tyler Shatney, all of East Albany, Kate Shatney and companion J.D. Abbott of Newport, Maranda Mead of Albany, Abby Bromley of Irasburg, Jacob Williams of Hardwick, Hezekiah, Meosha, Shanika and Khadija McCullough all of Vermont, B.J. King and wife Denise of Woodbury, and Mike King of Woodbury; seven great-grandchildren: Cody and Caitlyn Davison, both of Hardwick, Tyson Adams of Hardwick, Joseph Mead and Owen Mead, both of Albany, Quinten King and Hunter King, both of Woodbury and expecting the eighth great-grandchild in October. She is also survived by a sister, Crystabelle Allen and husband Albert of Morrisville; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Williams on Sept. 4, 2002; and four sibling: Delton Davison, Dena Putvain, Carroll E.J. Davison and Roy Davison. All services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Hardwick Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 837, Hardwick, VT 05843.

, 91, of Monroe, N.H., died April 19, 2010, at Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, N.H., following a period of failing health. She was born in Ryegate, Vt., Oct. 1, 1918, a daughter of Linwood and Emma (Crane) Whitehill. Thelma was a 1937 graduate of McIndoes Academy. In 1940 she married Glenn R. Fearon and he predeceased her in 1951. Thelma worked for more than 15 years as a dietary aide at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. She was a member of Woodsville United Methodist Church, the Girls' Club of the Church, and a member of the Friends of Bath. She was an avid reader and wood carver, having taken lessons from Harriett Hinman in Monroe. She made handmade stationery and wedding invitations. Thelma also enjoyed walking and mountain climbing in the area. She moved to Monroe in July 2002. She is survived by a son, Wayne D. Fearon and wife Bobby-Ann of Monroe; a daughter, Jane I. Fearon of Monroe; two grandchildren, Christina Fearon and Neal Gombas of Peacham, Vt., and Glenn Fearon and wife Laura of Monroe; four great-grandchildren, Dylan and Josie Gombas of Peacham and Matthew and Breanna Fearon of Monroe; a brother-in-law, Leroy Ryder of Nantucket Island, Mass.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A calling hour will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. with the funeral service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H., with the Rev. Dr. Catherine Cook from the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church will officiate and will be assisted by Pastor Susan Ellery of Woodsville United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Swiftwater Road, Woodsville, N.H. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Country Home Health and Hospice Agency, 536 Cottage St., Littleton, NH 03561, Woodsville Free Public Library, c/o Reita Jones, 8 Ammonoosuc St., Woodsville, NH 03785, and the Monroe FAST Squad, c/o Mr. Robert Regis, 233 Stanton Road, Monroe, NH 03771.

, 70, of Danville, died suddenly, Monday afternoon, April 19, 2010, at NVRH in St. Johnsbury. He was born Jan. 15, 1940, in St. Johnsbury, the son of Reginald and Mabel (Bryer) Peck. In 1958 he graduated from Danville High School. Joe and his wife, Pat (Isham), whom he married on Aug. 5, 1960, owned and operated Win-D-Rock Farm in Danville. They milked Jerseys and Brown Swiss dairy cattle until the mid 1980s. Joe then built a new barn and changed his farm to a beef operation, raising Black Angus beef cattle, which they presently continue to operate. They enjoyed showing their cattle at local fairs for many years. Joe was a director of the Caledonia County Fair Association and was the cattle superintendent there as well. A well-respected and community-minded person, Joe coached basketball and baseball for over 20 years for the Danville High School Indians. He led his teams to several Vermont state championships with the girls basketball teams and the boys baseball teams. He also was the bus driver for many of these games. Joe served his home town as selectman, select board chairman and lister for several years. He loved working in the woods and being part of the out-of-doors. He was a devoted family man, agriculturalist and lifelong Danville resident who enjoyed family cookouts and gatherings, growing pumpkins for the annual fall carvings, deer hunting and snowmobiling. He and Pat enjoyed spending the last eight winters in Florida. Survivors include wife Pat Peck of Danville (P.O. Box 36, 05828); two sons, Rick Peck and wife Deanna of Lyndonville, and Craig Peck of South Burlington; a daughter, Dawn Pastula and husband Doug of Danville; five grandchildren, Devin, Katy, Erika, Melanie and Cassie; two sisters, Winona Gadapee and husband Arnold of Danville, and Nancy Jones of Bradford; nieces; nephews; and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents and an infant brother, Richard Peck. Funeral services will be held Friday April 23 at 1 p.m. at the Danville High School gymnasium with the Rev. Douglas Carter officiating. Burial in Danville Green Cemetery will follow. Friends may call on the family Thursday evening from 6 to 8 at Sayles Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Joe Peck's memory may be directed to the Danville School Athletic Department, 148 Peacham Road, Danville, VT 05828.

, 46, of Lyndonville, Vt., died peacefully at his home Monday afternoon April 19, 2010. He was born May 7, 1963, in Lancaster, N.H., the son of Roland and Priscilla (Blais) Vaillancourt. Roger graduated from Groveton High School in 1982. Roger enlisted in the U.S. Army during high school, and following graduation he fulfilled his duties to the Army and then joined the Vermont National Guard where he completed more than 18 years of service working with artillery. He was considered an avid Guardsman. On Feb. 5, 1993, he married Donna Crocker. Roger was a meat cutter by trade, working for his mentor, Larry Murray of Murray's Meats in Lyndonville and St. Johnsbury, Butson's Market in Lancaster, and in the 1990s he and Donna purchased East End Market in St. Johnsbury. He enjoyed working on his property and building his garage while dealing with his illness at the same time. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend, who also had a great love for his pets. He was predeceased by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Donna Vaillancourt of Lyndonville; three children, Michael Vaillancourt of East Haven, and Megan and Priscilla Vaillancourt of Lyndonville; his three brothers, Clement Vaillancourt and wife Sandra of Bedford, N.H., Mark Vaillancourt and wife Jacqueline of Berlin, N.H., and Michel Vaillancourt and wife Dawn of Montrose, Colo.; his mentor, who was like a father to Roger, Larry Murray of Lyndon; nieces; nephews; and several close friends. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Groveton, N.H. Donations made in his memory may be directed to the Roger Vaillancourt Memorial Fund, (for his children's education) c/o Community National Bank, P.O. Box 125, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

died Monday, April 19, 2010, at his farm on Ward Road in North Monroe, N.H. He was born at Brightlook Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Vt., July 12, 1947, the son of Howard B. and Barbara Baker (Fadden) Ward Sr. Howard grew up and went to school in Monroe and graduated from McIndoes Academy, Class of 1965. Howard started his lifetime career as a self-employed dairy farmer. He married Deborah Bergeron on Dec. 11, 1976. For the past five years he worked part time at Pete and Gerry's Organics in North Monroe. He enjoyed hunting, farming, socializing, dancing, Fox News, helping anyone he could and traveling. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren and "adopted children." He was predeceased by his parents, Howard B. Ward Sr. on July 20, 1967, and Barbara Baker Ward on April 14, 2006, and a niece, Mary. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Deborah Ward; eight children, Stacy Kirkus and husband Jason of North Carolina, Sharon Edson and husband Ralph, Lisa Cowell and husband Joel, Lance Ward, Lacy LaPete and husband Raymond, Howard B. "Trey" Ward III, Todd Ward and Taylor Ward, all of Monroe; nine grandchildren; his siblings, Harlow C. Ward and wife Joan of Monroe, Barbara W. Fifield and husband Mike of Fairlee, Vt., Terrill J. Griffis and husband Kyle of Salisbury, N.C., Theodore J. "Ted" Ward and wife Fey of Monroe, Kermit Ward of Monroe, and Barrington H. "Barry" Ward and wife Delia of Monroe; 16 nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be on Thursday, April 22, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St.t, Woodsville, N.H. A funeral service will be on Friday, April 23, at 2 p.m. at Union Baptist Church, 932 U.S. Route 5, Waterford, Vt., with pastor Paul Powers officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe Fire Department or Monroe FAST Squad, c/o Robert Regis, 233 Stanton Road, Monroe, NH 03771.

- A memorial service is planned for Thursday, June 3, 2010, at 2 p.m., for the late Clifford J. Choquette, at St. Teresa Cemetery in Hyde Park, Vt.

, 67, of Hardwick, peacefully went to be with her Lord and savior, Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at Fletcher Allen Medical Center in Burlington. She was born March 27, 1943, in Sutton, the daughter of Edson and Ethel (Paul) Basford. She attended Barton public schools and Glover Village School. Myrna was a devoted mother, grandmother and caregiver. She spent her life raising her children and was an avid seamstress, quilter, knitter and baker. She treasured spending time with her grandchildren, teaching them to cook and sew, as well as playing cards and board games. Myrna was a member of Hardwick Bible Baptist Church. Survivors include her mother Ethel Basford of Glover; Robert Brosseau Sr., the father of her children; three sons, Robert Brosseau Jr. of Derby, Joseph Brosseau of Hardwick and André Brosseau of West Glover; two daughters, Debbie Messier and husband Shawn of Hardwick, and Theresa Quinlan and husband Dan of Ellsworth, Maine; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandson; six sisters, Beverly Messier of Green Acres, Fla., Pheobe Kimball of Coventry, Barbara Isham of East Hardwick, Lorraine Gillifillan of Nashua, N.H., Beatrice Whittier and Gloria White, both of Greensboro; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her father, Edson Basford; three brothers, Charles, Brian and Bernard Basford; a brother-in-law, Irwin White; and a sister-in-law, Linda Basford. A funeral will be held Friday, April 23, 2010, 10 a.m. at United Church in Hardwick with the Rev. Judy Waible and Pastor Matt Perkins officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Hardwick Bible Baptist Church, Youth Camp Fund, 296 South Main St., Hardwick, VT 05843.

, who passed away Jan. 12, 2010, will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 8, in the Sutton Village Cemetery, Sutton, Vt., at 11 a.m. The celebration of her life will start at the cemetery and continue with a luncheon for the family and friends at the Sutton School's multi-purpose room. Nellie was pre-deceased by her husband of 56 years, Anatole "Sid" in 1995, her parents William and Sadie (Libby) Simpson, her brothers, Perley, Guy, Bernie, Theodore and Roland, and sisters Olive and Bernice. Nellie is survived by a daughter, Pamela Rodzen of South Hadley, Mass., with whom she lived; a son, Keith Burelle and his wife Barbara of Granby, Mass; four grandchildren, Christopher of Newport, Vt., Carrie Rodzen of South Hadley, Mass., Wendy Burelle, Granby, Mass., and Kelly Wentworth of Granby, Mass; seven great-grandchildren; and many dearly loved nieces, nephews and dear friends.

, 59, of West Danville, Vt., died April 15, 2010, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury. He was born Jan. 23, 1951, in Chicago, Ill., to John Daniel and Margaret Solon McSweeney. The family later moved to New Canaan, Conn. John graduated from Fairfield Preparatory School in 1969, and from Boston College in 1973. He moved to Vermont in 1981. In 1993, he completed a post-baccalaureate program at the University of Vermont to become certified as a public schoolteacher. John was employed as the educational technologist for Cabot School in Cabot, Vt. Prior to his employment at Cabot School, John held careers in early education and construction. John will be remembered as a modern-day "Renaissance man" because of the remarkable range of his interests and talents. He was a clown, magician, juggler and storyteller. His hobbies included an array of artistic explorations: painting, photography, assemblage boxes and woodworking. John was active in political and social justice causes. He enjoyed sailing and traveling to new places. John was an accomplished musician, playing guitar, harmonica, fiddle and banjo. He took pleasure in sharing music with others. John was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He leaves behind his wife, Donna Dix McSweeney of West Danville, Vt.; his son, James (Jamie) McSweeney of Montpelier, Vt.; his stepdaughter, Chani Waterhouse and her husband Carter Stowel of Worcester, Vt.; his stepson, Seth Waterhouse and his wife Sayoko of Tokyo, Japan; and his grandson, Elvyn Stowell of Worcester, Vt.; his father, John D. McSweeney and wife Nanci of Hilton Head, S.C.; his four sisters, Diane Allen of Reston, Va., Joanne Cingari of Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., Katy Tremul and husband Jose of Manassas, Va., and Mary Conklin and husband Jay of Charlestown, W.V.; his brother Dan McSweeney and wife Pat of Leland, N.C.; his former wife, Dell Waterhouse of Worcester, Vt.; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. John was predeceased by his mother, Margaret Solon McSweeney. A celebration of John's life will be held Saturday evening at the Unitarian Church in Montpelier at 5 p.m. There will be a dinner and ceilidh following the service. John's family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the Danville Fast Squad and to the emergency room staff at NVRH for their dedication, skill and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John McSweeney Scholarship Fund, c/o Cabot School, Box 98, Cabot, VT 05647.

of Walden passed away at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, Monday morning, April 19, 2010, at the age of 67. He was born in Lewiston, Maine, Nov. 27, 1942, the son and one of two children born to Eugene and Anita Girardin. He was raised and graduated high school in Manchester, Conn. Later he moved to Walden, Vt. Rene was an avid hunter and loved to spend his winter's snowmobiling throughout the Northeast. Once the weather began to get warmer, he headed for the shoreline where he enjoyed boating and deep-sea fishing. Throughout life, Rene was a master builder, an iron worker and a mechanic. He was a jack-of-all-trades. Rene was known and loved for his compassion, energy and dedication to friends and family, and for his strength of character. He is survived by his three children, Eric E. Girardin and wife Tina of Littleton, Mass., David V. Girardin and wife Carolyn of Manchester, Conn., Amber A. Girardin and Louis D. Monaghan Jr. of Manchester Conn.; five grandchildren; his sister, Rachel Cosby and husband Arthur; one niece and one nephew. There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Sayles Funeral Home this Saturday, April 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. Anyone wishing is attend is welcome to stop by. Memorial contributions, payable to "Walden FAST Squad," could be directed c/o Walden Town Clerk, 12 Vermont Route 215, West Danville VT 05873.

, 78, of Monroe, N.H., died on Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at Cottage Hospital in Woodsville, N.H. She was born in Greensboro, Vt., Nov. 2, 1931, the daughter of Reuben and Elva M. (Gochie) Richardson. Esther was a graduate of Lyndon Institute, Class of 1949. Esther married Louis Thomas Jr. on June 16, 1951. She worked at HP Hood and Sons and Hovey's Shops. Esther enjoyed needlework, playing cards with friends and cheering her family along at the race track. Her family and friends enjoyed time with her at Harvey's Lake, making pickles and frequent family gatherings. She traveled to Florida for the winter over the last decade and enjoyed time spent golfing, playing bingo and eating out with her many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Reuben and Elva Richardson; and her husband of 55 years, Louis Thomas Jr. on March 15, 2007. Survivors include a daughter, Lynn Bixby and husband Chris of Monroe, N.H.; a son, Larry Thomas and wife Cathy of Monroe; five grandchildren, Amy Thomas and friend Jeff Locher of Lebanon, N.H., Seth Thomas and friend Sara Lawrence of Seattle, Wash., Todd Thomas of Boston, Mass., Karen Remick and husband Oren of Warner, N.H., and Sarah Bixby and friend Todd Aldrich of Lyman, N.H.; a great-granddaughter, Molly Pearl Remick of Warner, N.H.; and a brother, Everette Richardson and wife Shirley of Orleans, Vt. Calling hours will be on Sunday, April 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home, 1 Birch St., Woodsville, N.H. A graveside service at Lyndon Village Cemetery will be held at a later date with times to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caledonia County Relay for Life, Team Footprints of Hope, Cottage Hospital, c/o Connie Jones, P.O. Box 2001, Woodsville, NH 03785, or Cottage Hospital Oncology Department, P.O. Box 2001, Woodsville, NH 03785.

, of East Barnet, died Wednesday afternoon April 21, 2010, at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, at the age of 78. She was born on June 15, 1931, in Fayston, Vt., the daughter of Howard and Bessie (Hoffman) Griffith. In 1949 she graduated from Waitsfield High School. Julia was a devoted housewife, mother and grandmother who's greatest joy was her family. She was a very active member of the East Barnet Congregational Church until it was closed. She loved being outdoors, whether it was working in her gardens or watching and feeding wild birds and any other critters that visited her feeders. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting as well. Survivors include her three daughters, Roberta O'Neill and husband Daniel of Oxford, Maine, Robin Capron of Burke Hollow and Caren Colby and husband Kerry of North Concord; two grandchildren, Colin and Deghan O'Neill; two sisters-in-law, Madalyn Knights of East Barnet, and Marion Newman of Barnet Center; many nieces and nephews; and her feline companion Bridget Bardot. She was predeceased in 1999 by her husband, Wayne Capron, whom she married on July 3, 1952; and her brother Erven Griffith. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 26 at 11 a.m., at West Barnet Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Dwight White officiating. Burial will follow in Danville Green Cemetery. Friends may call on the family Sunday afternoon, April 25, from 2 to 4. Donations made in Julia's memory may be directed to the West Barnet Meal Site, c/o D. White, 436 Pearlmont Road, Barnet, VT 05821.

, who passed away Jan. 12, 2010, will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 8, in the Sutton Village Cemetery, Sutton, Vt., at 11 a.m. The celebration of her life will start at the cemetery and continue with a luncheon for the family and friends at the Sutton School's multi-purpose room. Nellie was pre-deceased by her husband of 56 years, Anatole "Sid" in 1995, her parents William and Sadie (Libby) Simpson, her brothers, Perley, Guy, Bernie, Theodore and Roland, and sisters Olive and Bernice. Nellie is survived by a daughter, Pamela Rodzen of South Hadley, Mass., with whom she lived; a son, Keith Burelle and his wife Barbara of Granby, Mass; four grandchildren, Christopher of Newport, Vt., Carrie Rodzen of South Hadley, Mass., Wendy Burelle, Granby, Mass., and Kelly Wentworth of Granby, Mass; seven great-grandchildren; and many dearly loved nieces, nephews and dear friends.

, 46, of Lyndonville, Vt., died peacefully at his home Monday afternoon April 19, 2010. He was born May 7, 1963, in Lancaster, N.H., the son of Roland and Priscilla (Blais) Vaillancourt. Roger graduated from Groveton High School in 1982. Roger enlisted in the U.S. Army during high school, and following graduation he fulfilled his duties to the Army and then joined the Vermont National Guard where he completed more than 18 years of service working with artillery. He was considered an avid Guardsman. On Feb. 5, 1993, he married Donna Crocker. Roger was a meat cutter by trade, working for his mentor, Larry Murray of Murray's Meats in Lyndonville and St. Johnsbury, Butson's Market in Lancaster, and in the 1990s he and Donna purchased East End Market in St. Johnsbury. He enjoyed working on his property and building his garage while dealing with his illness at the same time. He was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend, who also had a great love for his pets. He was predeceased by his parents. Survivors include his wife, Donna Vaillancourt of Lyndonville; three children, Michael Vaillancourt of East Haven, and Megan and Priscilla Vaillancourt of Lyndonville; his three brothers, Clement Vaillancourt and wife Sandra of Bedford, N.H., Mark Vaillancourt and wife Jacqueline of Berlin, N.H., and Michel Vaillancourt and wife Dawn of Montrose, Colo.; his mentor, who was like a father to Roger, Larry Murray of Lyndon; nieces; nephews; and several close friends. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Groveton, N.H. Donations made in his memory may be directed to the Roger Vaillancourt Memorial Fund, (for his children's education) c/o Community National Bank, P.O. Box 125, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 67, of Commercial Avenue, Gilman, passed away at the Pine Knolls Nursing Home in Lyndonville, Vt., on April 15, 2010. She was born in Milford, N.H., on Jan. 19, 1943, the daughter of James Louis and Mary S. (Entsminger) Smith. Joyce resided in Nashua during her youth and later moved to the North Country and has been a resident of Gilman since 1966. She will be remembered as a caring mother, sister aunt and friend. Many will miss her sitting on her front porch visiting with family and friends. She is survived by her companion of 41 years Elwin Dresser of Gilman; two sons, Timothy Farrow and wife Wendy of Stratford, Arthur Farrow and wife Melissa of Whitefield; six granddaughters, Holly, Jade, Brittany, Mickala, Reagan, and Maddison; five sisters, Betty Bilodeau and husband Ronald of East Concord, Edna Frost, Shirley MacArthur, twin sister Joan Martel, and Bertha and Frank Leduc all of Nashua; and two brothers, Charles Smith and James Smith of Nashua. She was predeceased by a son Henry Farrow in February 2008; two brothers Raymond Smith and Richard Smith; and one sister Alice Smith. At Joyce's request there is no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 4, at 11 a.m. in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery, Littleton.

passed away peacefully April 24, 2010, at the Vermont Respite House in Williston, Vt. She was born in Glover, Vt., Sept. 8, 1926, daughter of Philip and Gertrude Brooks. In 1985 she married Vincent Amyot and together they operated Amyot's Inc. John Deere Dealership in Barton. After retiring with her husband in 1992, they enjoyed traveling both in the U.S. and abroad. Phyllis also enjoyed playing the organ and taking organ lessons at their Florida winter home. She had a love for her flower gardens, birdwatching, all things craft-related. Phyllis had extensive collections of Disney items, John Deere toys, and Shirley Temple dolls, books, and movies. In her later years, you could almost always find Phyllis watching the Food Network or the home improvement channel, waiting for the mail to come or for someone to stop in to visit to take her for a ride to McDonalds for a special treat. During her latest illness, she received special care and comfort from her granddaughter Shelley and caretaker and friend Bonnie Poginy. She is survived by three daughters: Sondra Thomson of Colchester, Bonnie Currier and husband Raymond of Glover, Stephanie Lesage and husband Peter of Colchester; and by step-children Eric and Christina Amyot of Jackson, N.J., Deborah and David Brosseau of Lyndonville, Carmen and David Brown of Jappa, Maryland, and Jacque and Leah Amyot of Corinth, N.Y. She is also survived by a sister, Mona Rivard of Colchester. She will be sadly missed by 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband of 20 years Vincent Amyot, and by her two brothers Neil and Alton Brooks. She was a member of Trinity Catholic Parish. Calling hours will be held at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 12 Elm St., Barton on Tuesday, April 27, from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 28, at 1 p.m. at St. Paul's Church. The service will be officiated by Father Dan Rupp, a special person of comfort to Phyllis through both Vincent's and her own illnesses. Internment will take place at Westlook Cemetery in Glover following the mass. Should friends and family desire, contributions in Phyllis's memory may be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away in St. Johnsbury on Thursday April 22, 2010, at the age of 87. Gordon was born in Berlin, N.H., August 8, 1922. His parents were Alvin and Zelma (Hill) Fish. After graduating from Berlin High School in 1940 Gordon found employment at the Berlin Foundry. A year later he moved to Flushing, N.Y., to work at LaGuardia Airport and later, the Ford Instrument Company. On May 25, 1945, he married Joyce Whitcher of Berlin, N.H. After a year, Gordon and Joyce moved to St. Johnsbury, Vt., where they raised four children. Gordon was employed in the Department of Engineering at Fairbanks Morse Scale Company for 40 years. In his leisure time Gordon enjoyed hiking, camping, and square dancing. He was a member the 4,000 Footer's Club having climbed all of the New England mountains over 4,000 feet. His love for climbing took him across the ocean for two climbing trips in Europe. In the summer Gordon enjoyed car camping with his family and weekend trips to the family camp on North Pond, near Locke Mills, Maine. Gordon was very involved in the Credit Union movement. He served for many years as the president of the Fairbanks Credit Union (later the Fairbanks Credit Union became the Northern Lights Credit Union). He also served, as a board member of the Vermont State Credit Union League. In addition to his credit union activities, Gordon started and served as president of both the Fairbanks Activities club and the Fairbanks Golden Age Club. Gordon was predeceased by his wife, Joyce Fish in 2006, and a sister, Polly (Fish) Morris of Oxenhill, Md. Survivors include four children: David Fish of Seattle, Wash., Martha (Fish) Taub of Sacramento, Calif., Nancy (Fish) Zorn of Montpelier, Vt., and James Carl Fish of Lyndonville, Vt.; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary (Fish) Woyze of Lilburn, Ga. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, April 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Sayles Funeral Home in St. Johnsbury, Vt. A celebration of Gordon's life will be held following visitation hours, (also at the Sayles Funeral Home) beginning at 7 p.m. Burial will be in Gorham, N.H. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Johnsbury History & Heritage Center c/o Peggy Pearl, Fairbanks Museum,1302 Main St., St Johnsbury, VT 05819; 802-748-2372.

, 74, of North Troy died peacefully on April 24, 2010, in Newport. He was born Jan. 2, 1936, in North Troy, a son of Reginald and Laura (Bocash) Hansen. On May 17, 1958, he married Janice Denton who survives him. He worked for many years for the Town of Troy and later in years becoming town manager. He also was employed at Orleans Manufacturing, Poulin Grain, and Jay Peak where he made many friends. Bruce enjoyed sports: he was an avid NY Yankees fan and Montreal Canadians fan. He also played softball, basketball, baseball, bowling, and he could play a good game of horseshoes. Bruce was a great family man and he enjoyed doing things with his family. He is survived by his wife Janice Hansen of North Troy, two children: daughter Jacqueline Hansen of North Troy, and son Mickey Hansen and wife Deborah of Derby; a grandson Jeffrey Hansen of Derby; and by his cat Babe. He is also survived by four brothers: Philip Hansen of Connecticut, Harold Hansen and wife Margo of North Troy, James Hansen and wife Ann of Newport, Reginald Hansen and wife Susan of North Troy; by a sister Jane Morris of Maryland; and by several nieces and nephews. He was very close to sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law : Dorio Roberts, Rollie Denton and Karleen, Bernard Denton and Sandy. He was predeceased by a sister Joyce Hastings, brothers Roger and Harley, his in-laws, Harriet and Edmund Garrett, Jeannette and Chet Wisneski and Geneva Roberts. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, with Rick Shover officiating. Interment will follow in North Troy Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the North Troy Cemetery Association, c/o Donna Kennison, 92 Elm St., North Troy, VT 05859.

, 92, longtime resident of South Orange, N.J., died peacefully April 16, 2010, surrounded by her family. She was born in Naples, Italy, and came to the U.S. with her parents, Amalia and Joseph Villacci in 1924. She spent her younger years in Brooklyn, N.Y., and moved to New Jersey with Emanuel Sussman, her husband of 60 years. In New Jersey, she raised her four children and will be remembered by her extended family for her love and skills in gardening, cooking and entertaining, and her ability to share her cooking skills with others. She was predeceased by her husband Emanuel, her son Dennis Sussman, and her brother Carlo Villacci.

passed away Monday morning at her home in Danville surrounded by her family. Born in Rhode Island Jan. 5, 1930, she was a long-time Danville resident and will be dearly missed. Among survivors is her husband, John, also of Danville. A complete notice will appear in Wednesday's edition of the paper. Eleanor's family invites all of her friends, fellow church members and their families to attend a funeral Mass, this will be celebrated at the Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Danville, Thursday at 11 a.m.

78, of Palm Coast, Fla., died March 31 at her home. Barbara was born Nov. 30, 1931 in Lyndonville, Vt., the daughter of Robert and Vera Watkins. Barbara graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1949, and from Lyndon State College in 1954 with a teaching degree. She later received her masters from the University of Hartford. She began her career in education in a one-room school house in Wilmington, Vt. After spending a year teaching in England she came to Windsor, Conn., and taught until her retirement in 1980. Barbara's love for reading was a large factor for her becoming an elementary and secondary reading specialist. She was president of Cypress Knoll Women's Golf Association. Among numerous other activities, Barbara owned and operated a driving range in Lyndonville, Vt. Being the avid golfer that she was explains her two "holes in ones." With her desire to help students, she became a volunteer for Connecticut Special Olympics. Survivors include Barbara's two sisters, Marion Garvey of St. Johnsbury, Vt., and Ann Somers of Barre Town, Vt.; six nieces and nephews, John and Cathy Nichols of Avon, Colo., Richard and Dianna Nichols of Southboro, Mass., David and Jane Nichols of Springfield, Vt., Roxanna and William Spence, of Berlin, Vt., Steven Somers and companion Holly Martell of Essex Junction, Vt., and Sharon Somers and companion Mark Treon of Barre Town, Vt.; and great-nieces and great-nephews. A graveside service will be at Lyndon Center Cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made in her memory to AMVETS or Special Olympics in your area.

, 91, of St. Johnsbury, passed away, with his family right at his side, Tuesday morning, April 27, 2010, at The Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton where he had resided since 2007. He was born in Stoke-Centre, Quebec, Dec. 27, 1918, the last survivor of four children born to Octave and Exilia (Guillemette) Paquin. Joe and Claire came to this country on Dec. 7, 1951; on May 1, 1959 they were proud to become American citizens. At age 62, Joe retired from Fairbanks after 25 years and worked another 17 years at Butson's Supermarket bagging and interacting with the customers. Joe was very passionate about politics; among his friends, he was known as "Mr. Democrat." He served as vice chairman of the Caledonia County Democratic Party for several years, ran for the House of Representatives several times, attended many state conventions as a delegate, and served as a justice of the peace for more than a decade. He was appointed by Gov. Dean Davis (a Republican!!) to serve on the state's forestry board. Joe was very active in his church, St. John the Evangelist. He was a member of Sheridan Council 421 Knights of Columbus and was a fourth-degree knight. Joe served as an usher for over two decades and annually volunteered for the Bishops Fund. Right after work Joe could often be seen heading to the woods with his chainsaw and gas can to cut firewood, Christmas trees and brush. He shipped brush and Christmas trees all over New England with his good friend, Bobby Lee. Joe was an accomplished stone mason and built many stone walls in the area. Every spring he couldn't wait to get his garden in! He is survived by his wife, Marie-Claire (Marcotte) Paquin whom he married Oct. 14, 1944. He was married sixty four years to his dear wife whom he loved so very much. Besides his dear wife, he is survived by six of his seven children; their son Neil predeceased him on Dec. 24, 1999. Their six surviving children are Huguette Faust and her husband Romeo of Orleans Vt., Claudette Cassidy and husband Martin of Lyndonville, Richard Paquin and wife Joy of Raymond, N.H., Serge Paquin of Tampa, Fla., Francine Costa and husband Orlando of Naples, Fla., Doris Hartshorn and husband Terry of Monroe, N.H.; 11 grandchildren, Eric, Aaron and Adam, Ethan and Nathan, "Kit," Amanda and Tracy, Tiffany, Ian and Alex; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his two sisters, Germaine Laforest and Evelyne St. Hilaire, and his brother Roland Paquin. A funeral Mass will be celebrated this Friday, April 30, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church with Fr. Patrick Forman celebrating the Mass. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Desrochers & Sayles Funeral Home, Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and will conclude with a prayer service and Rosary at 8 p.m. The Knights of Columbus are encouraged to assemble for that evening service.

, longtime area nurse, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2010. She fought a courageous year-long battle with cancer and died very peacefully in her sleep. She loved life and lived it to the fullest up to her 84 years of age. ("It's just a number!") She graduated from Twin Mountain High School in 1942 and immediately entered nursing studies; she was very proud to be an LPN. Penny worked as a nurse for 43 years, first at Brightlook Hospital where she completed her nurses' studies at The Fitch Clinic with Dr. Coburn, and at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. After retirement Penny did some private-duty nursing for several elderly people in the area. Penny volunteered at NVRH for 10 years and "loved every minute of it." She also was a longtime member of the NVRH Auxiliary and accumulated close to 9,000 hours there. She could be seen going down the halls of the hospital with medical records, lab orders, samples, making rounds and delivering to various departments with a big smile and a "Hi, kiddo" as she passed by. She was predeceased by her daughter Shirley Penniman Edney and her husband Clayton, both in 1994; her companion, Robert Curran in 2000, and her stepfather, Sidney Hunt whom she loved dearly. She leaves behind Robert's son, John Curran and his wife Bonnie of North Carolina; close friends Joan Wollrath, Lois Post and Sharon Grenier, all of whom she considered family; as well as the McGinnis family. Always the nurse, she spent the last year of her life trying to help the staff at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center take care of people there, oftentimes sitting up by the nurses' station to help keep tabs on the goings-on there. This Friday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., friends will gather at the NVRH chapel where some pictures and mementos will be assembled. Chaplain Lynn Burgess will lead a brief service beginning at 4 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to any of the following: The Third Congregational Church, P.O. Box 77, East St. Johnsbury, VT 05838; NVRH Auxiliary, P.O. Box 906, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, marked for "The Employee Fund," 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 92, a lifelong St. Johnsbury resident, died in his sleep at The Pines in Lyndonville on Monday, April 20, 2010. Until that time, he resided at Canterbury Inn in St. Johnsbury beginning in 2004, where he made many close friends. Prior to that he lived on Center View Terrace in St. Johnsbury for many years. Reg was born Oct. 9, 1917, the only child of Reginald and Lorain Turner. Reg survived all of his relatives. Reg attended St. Johnsbury Academy and participated in a one-year program at a technical school in Wisconsin. He was a member of the Masonic Association, Passumpsic Lodge No. 27. Before World War II, Reg began working at Fairbanks Morse & Co., in St. Johnsbury. During the war he worked at Pratt & Whitney Aero Space Co. in East Hartford, Conn. While there, he became skilled in the operation of sophisticated technical machinery. On his return to Fairbanks Morse after the war, he continued to work with new, innovative machinery. Reg was an ardent fan of the Red Sox and Patriots, and watched as many of their games as he could on TV. He also liked listening to his favorite music on the radio. He played a superior game of cribbage, seldom losing. Over the years he was an avid and skilled fisherman in New England and Ontario waters. A private graveside service has been held. Memorial contributions may be made to Canterbury Inn, 46 Cherry St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, for its patients' activities fund.

, 69 of 19 Pine St., Keene, N.H.; died Monday April 26, 2010, at the Brigham & Woman's Hospital in Boston, Mass., following a courageous three-month battle recovering from a brain aneurism surgery. Tricia was born in Keene, N.H., on Feb. 9, 1941, daughter of the late Theodore and Belinda Mae (Tucker) Driscoll. Prior to moving back to her home town, Patricia had lived in Littleton, N.H., for 35 years. Mrs. Tucker graduated from Our Lady of Monadnock Academy, in Jaffrey, N.H., in 1959, and Plymouth State College in 1983. Patricia taught in Lincoln, N.H., for three years and at Littleton High School for 17 years. Tricia was named New Hampshire Business Teacher of the Year in 2000. Retiring from teaching in 2003, Patricia became a caregiver for her mother and later her brother, Franklin, and her mother-in-law, Irene Tucker. Tricia relished in her grandchildren, enjoyed cooking, playing the steel drum with the Panhandlers, and life in general, in addition to gardening. Survivors include her husband of almost 50 years, Wayne Tucker of Keene (June 25 would have been Tricia and Wayne's 50th wedding anniversary); mother-in-law Irene Tucker; four sons, Shane Tucker and his companion Cathy LaPlante of Troy, N.H., Erik Tucker and his wife Janet Boyd-Tucker of Manhasset, N.Y., Lance Tucker and his wife Lindsay of Littleton, N.H., and Jonathan Tucker and his companion Christian Sullivan of Littleton, N.H.; five grandchildren, Emilion (Emi), Bryce, Reid, Ronnie and Ava; two brothers, Franklin Driscoll of Keene, N.H., Thomas Driscoll of Keene, N.H.; three sisters, Belinda Carr of Manchester, N.H., Sharon Comerford of Keene, N.H., and Jean-Marie Dennison of Troy, Vt.; several nieces and nephews. There will be a mass at St. Bernard's Church in Keene, N.H., on Saturday May 1, 2010, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in memory of Patricia to the Bereavement Group at St. Bernard's Church and Hospice. Tricia was a compassionate and loving person who will be forever missed.

, 80, of Danville, Vt., passed away in her home this past Monday, April 26, 2010. Eleanor was born in Pawtucket, R.I., and is the daughter of the late Anthony and Olive Silvia of Portsmouth, R.I. Eleanor met her husband, John, at Portsmouth Priory and they were married for 64 years. Eleanor and John settled in Danville in 1972 after many adventures, which included two years of dairy farming in Benson, Vt., and living for nine years in Thailand where Ellie taught English to Thai students. Ellie was an active member of the Danville Queen of Peace Church, where she worked hard each year to prepare for the Christmas Bazaar and where she was a eucharistic minister. Her handmade banners hung in the Catholic Church for years. Her work for charity was an important part of her life and included making hundreds of hats, mittens and dolls for children with cancer. She also worked at the Open Door in Danville. Ellie enjoyed tennis, swimming and quilting. Ellie's family, who will always cherish her, include John White of Derby Line, Vt., and his wife Joan and son Brandon; Robert White of Hawaii and his wife Hilary and his sons John and Michael; and Michelle Camba of France and her husband Remy and their sons Gael and Dimitri. Her brothers, Anthony Silvia from Little Compton, R.I., and Henry Silvia from Florida, will sadly miss her. Sisters Anna Lacerda and Elizabeth Silvia from Portsmouth, R.I., will also miss Ellie. Ellie was predeceased by brothers Raymond Silvia and Larry Silvia. Eleanor's family would like to thank the warm condolences and support that we have received. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at The Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Danville on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at 11 a.m.

was born in St. Johnsbury Aug. 16, 1921, the son of Raymond A. and Alida Howe Pearl. His early life was spent on Cliff Street until the premature illness in 1936 of his father. This changed forever the life of the family. He attended all eight grades in Summer Street School and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy with the Class of 1939. His first employment was with the A. H. Gleason Grocery Co. at the corner of Main and Central streets, a great place to work, with Ray P. Bailey, proprietor. Before leaving for the United States Army in 1942, he lived with wonderful friends, Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ruiter at 120 Main St. Mr. Pearl was assigned as a member of the cadre at Fort Devens in Massachusetts, going on numerous trips to deliver troops to various stations in the eastern part of the country. In 1943 he was assigned to Camp Edwards, Mass., where he was a corporal of the Guard for the East Coast Processing Center. On Jan. 8, 1944, he married his longtime sweetheart, Lucia Johnson, at South Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury. In January 1944, he went to infantry training at Camp Croft, S.C., with a large contingent from the South. At the close of training, William Pearl was sent to the to Ford Ord, Calif. He became a member of the 21st Infantry Regimental Combat Team, Col. William J. Verbeck commanding. The outfit went from Layte to Mindoro and thence to the small island of Lubang. The next landing was at the large island of Mindanao. While he was on the ship, report came that President Roosevelt had died. Cpl. Pearl, throughout the campaign, was advanced in grade three times to sergeant, to staff sergeant and to technical sergeant in charge of a platoon. Throughout the campaign the men were on foot all the time. He was very fortunate to have survived and been one of the few in his rifle company who was able to be there every day. The end of the war came while he was on Mindanao and his outfit was sent to the Japanese naval base at Kure with the men taking up occupation of Japan at Okayama. He returned to the United States on the Troop Ship Admiral Hugh Rodman. His first two years at home he worked for Mr. Simon Atwood at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. He was associated with the Ralston Purina Company until he was offered the position of caretaker in 1953 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery upon the death of Mr. Atwood. This work interested him very much and he was able to open up several areas in the cemetery, and in 1966 open the first crematory in the state of Vermont. While at the cemetery, he took an abiding interest in the cemetery, gave talks on the cemetery and its people, and served as a trustee. He always had a great interest in the history of the area and was active in the St. Johnsbury Historical Society. He was a life-long member of North Congregational Church, joining under the leadership of the Rev. George Avery Neeld, who he greatly admired. While chairman of the church business committee, he was responsible for spearheading the installation of the sprinkler system and later was chairman of the North Congregational church tower fund drive to restore the church tower with the help of his friend, George Crosby, who was the treasurer. At the time of William Pearl's death, he was deacon emeritus of North Congregational Church. He served on the board of St. Johnsbury's zoning adjustment for a number of years. He and his family enjoyed canoeing, swimming and row-boating on Joe's Pond, where they purchased the small island in 1955. The family has enjoyed their farm in the town of Danville since 1959. William is survived by his beloved wife, Lucia, of 66 years; his two daughters, Peggy Pearl of East Ryegate, and Elizabeth Sargent and her husband Robert of Danville; his daughter-in-law Sheri Sargent Pearl; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Alice Johnson Blair of Danville; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sons, Thomas in 1982 and John in 2009, as well as a sister, Margaret Pearl Ide in 2008. A memorial service will be held at North Congregational Church on Saturday, May 1, at 3:30 p.m. Donations may be made to The St. Johnsbury History & Heritage Center, c/o Reg Wakeham, 1302 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 91, of Milton, N.H., died peacefully at Portsmouth Regional Hospital after a short illness, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born Dec. 20, 1918, in Medford, Mass., the son of Edwin F. Thompson Sr. and Irene May (Grant) Thompson. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Barbara E. (Pearson) Thompson of Milton, N.H.; his children, Pamella S. Thompson of Hillsboro, N.H., Deborah (Thompson) Bucknam and her husband Charles of Walden, Vt., Edwin F. Thompson III of Bow, N.H., and Melinda Thompson and her husband, Peter Dent of Amesbury, Mass; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three step children, Robert T. Seaward of Acton, Maine, David P. Seaward of South Berwick, Maine, and Kimberly R. Seward of Chapleigh, Maine; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Paula (Ward) Thompson, his daughter, Cynthia L. (Thompson) Burnett, and his sisters Irene McLean, Phyllis O'Neill and Audrey Curtis. He grew up in Medford, Mass., graduating from Medford High in 1937. He then lived in Melrose, Mass., where he and Paula raised their family, then in Kingston N.H., and for the last 21 years, in Milton, N.H. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, flying C-46 cargo planes over "The Hump" from Assam, India, into China along the Aluminum Trail. He was honorably discharged in 1945 with the rank of captain. He was enormously proud of being a "Hump Pilot" and enjoyed in his later years going to Hump Pilot reunions. Ed was a 71-year member of Local 4 (Boston) of International Union of Operating Engineers. He was proud of the fact that his father was, and his daughter Melinda and granddaughter Heather are, members of the same Local 4, and all have a reputation for being first-rate operating engineers. Ed was a storyteller. He would invariably start his stories with "That reminds me of a story," and he would regale his audience with tales of his years as an operating engineer, his worldwide travels, his family and his years as a pilot. He loved to garden, and he and Paula had a large market garden in Kingston where they sold vegetables and flowers from their farm stand. He continued gardening in Milton with his wife Barbara, where they had a farm stand as well. He was also a skilled first baseman, an expert tinkerer and an adventurer who took his kids on unforgettable road trips throughout New England, and later cross country. He had definite opinions about almost everything and enjoyed writing letters to the editor. He wrote a book about his early life called "Lucky Me," and he would tell you that he was lucky indeed to have met and married two wonderful women in his lifetime - his first wife Paula and his second wife Barbara. He was also lucky to have family who loved him dearly, including his second family, Barbara's children. Bob, especially, was always there when he needed a hand, and Kim was there every day to tease him. He lived fully until the end of his life, traveling with his two daughters and son-in-law to Gettysburg, Pa., just two weeks before he died. He taught his family by his example the virtues of love, fidelity, loyalty, honesty and hard work. He will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Nutes Ridge Bible Chapel, Milton, N.H. A luncheon at the church will be held immediately afterward, and all are welcome. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Ed's memory to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.

, 88, of New London, Missouri, formerly of Cabot, Vt., died at 12:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at Luther Manor Nursing Center in Hannibal, Mo. Mrs. St. John was born April 18, 1922, in West Danville, Vt., to Daniel R. and Edith Hatch Coolbeth. She was married to Charlie L. St. John on Dec. 13, 1942. He preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Daniel C. St. John of New London, Mo; two daughters, Linda Mundle (Richard) of New London, Mo., and Charlene Montgomery (John) of Hardwick, Vt.; one sister-in-law, Evelyn Olery of Danville, Vt.; eight grandchildren, Lisa Hedgepeth (Bill) of New London, Mo., Robin VanWinkle (Mark) of Hannibal, Mo., Teresa Manns (Scott) of Columbia, Mo., Beau Hudson (Audrey) of Phoenix, Ariz., Jay St. John (Maureen) of Saco, Maine, Jill Dutil (Tim) of Biddeford, Maine, Erin St. John of Saco; 12 great-grandchildren, Lacey and William Hedgepeth, Jorden and Tanner VanWinkle, Ben, Aron and Copper Manns, Sophia and Mia St. John, Alexandra Dutil, Nicholas and Lily Hudson; two nieces and one nephew. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; two brothers, Daniel and Warren Coolbeth; and one sister, Nellie Coolbeth. Mrs. St. John worked as a telephone operator for New England Telephone Company in Danville, Vt., and for the New England Telephone Company in Cabot, Vt., and 21 years as a clerk at Cabot Farmers Co-op Creamery in Cabot. She lived in Vermont until she retired in 1978 and then she and her husband moved to New London, Mo. Mrs. St. John enjoyed baseball, especially her grandchildren's games and the Chicago Cubs. She also liked to knit and loved spending time with her family. "To all my friends and family, I am no longer here;, my wishes are to have graveside services only for the family and to have everyone who would like to come gather at the Earl and Barb Coolbeth residence in Hardwick, Vt., to celebrate my going home." Graveside services and burial will be in Durant Cemetery in Lower Cabot on Friday, May 7 at 1 p.m.

, formerly of St. Johnsbury, died in Bradenton, Fla., Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010, at the age of 90. She was born on July 11, 1919, in St. Johnsbury, Vt., to Isaac and Adeline Duperron. Dot was predeceased by her husband, Allen, and daughter Barbara Milo. Until her husband's death in 1997, she had been a lifelong resident of St. Johnsbury and longtime member of South Congregational Church, where she participated in many of the church activities and assisted with the children's choir. Since 1999 she resided in Bradenton. She is survived by her son, Robert Grady and wife Penny of Bristol, Vt.; her daughter Carole Sicard and husband Michael of Bradenton, Fla.; son-in-law Gene Milo of South Burlington, Vt.; sisters Doris Winchester and husband Donald of St. Johnsbury Center, Vt., Rita Blankenhorn of Orlando, Fla., Lorraine Charron and husband Richard of Lyndonville, Vt.; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Friday, May 7, at 2 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. The Rev. William Schutter will officiate. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome Memorial contributions could be directed to either Tidewell Hospice, 3355 26th St., West, Bradenton, FL 34205 or South Congregational Church, 1052 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 92, of East Concord, passed away Sunday evening, March 28, 2010, at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center where she had resided for the past three years. She was born in Lunenburg on June 25, 1917, the daughter of Lawrence and Angie (Hovey) Timson. Her father passed away when she was 9; she was brought up by her mother and step-father, George Boutwell. Rebecca married Arthur Davis Dec. 28, 1935; they lived most of their life in East Concord. Arthur passed away May 8, 2002. They had three children, two of whom have also passed away: son Eugene Davis and daughter Irene Morse. She was also predeceased by a son-in-law, Robert Morse; three brothers: Bernard, Frederick and Lawrence Timson; and two sisters: Mareta Boatwright and Marion Berry. Nurturing came naturally to Rebecca; she cared for her mother for years as well as for her husband Arthur who had several years of ill health. She worked in the meat department at the old Green Mt. Fruit, having previously worked at the old St. Johnsbury Glovers and at the mill in Gilman. In her later years she enjoyed knitting and reading. She was a member of East Concord United Methodist Church. She is survived by her daughter Vivian Fox and husband Wayne of Lyndonville; daughter-in-law Sheila Davis of Lyndonville; 11 grandchildren, Irene's children Deborah, Paula, Ramona, Arthur, and Dwayne, Eugene's children Kevin and Tammy, Vivian's children Jayne, Denise, Lisa, and Gary; many great-grandchildren; and even great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Aldora Boutwell of Orange, Conn., Joan Nichols and husband Charles of Spring Hill, Fla.; nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Monday, May 10, at 2 p.m. at Overlook Cemetery in East Concord. The Rev. Jay Sprout will officiate. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome. Memorial contributions could be directed to East Concord United Methodist Church, c/o Georgianna Dow, 370 East Concord Road, Lunenburg VT 05906.