ALBURGH - Calvin Edward Mumley, 84, the son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Carpentier) Mumley, died Saturday April 24, 2010 at his home with his loving family at his side. Calvin graduated from the former Alburgh High School in 1944, and left the next day for military service. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army in Europe and the Philippines. He was honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade in 1946. He was a 64 year member of the American Legion Creller-Landon Post #60 in Alburgh. Beginning in 1964, Calvin served as a rural mail carrier in the Alburgh, Isle La Motte, and North Hero communities. He was a active member of the community, belonging to the Alburgh Historical Society and Islands in the Sun Senior Citizens. He also served as an Alburgh Village Trustee and Justice of the Peace. He was a faithful parishioner of St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church, serving on the parish Pastoral Board and as a longtime Saint Amadeus Cemetery commissioner. Calvin is survived by his beloved wife Lorraine of 59 years. He also leaves his son Thomas Mumley and his wife Terri Lynn of El Cerrito, Calif., his daughter Cathy Tatro and her husband Lance and his daughter Lisa Arnold and her husband John of Alburgh. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Sarah Carson and husband Peter, Elizabeth Tatro, Travis Arnold, Noah Arnold and Ryan Mumley; and two great grandchildren, Kamen and Kennedy Carson. He leaves two sisters, Beulah Lewis and Garnett Tarantino; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a grandson, Eric Tatro; five sisters, Elvah McCarney, Maude Mitchell, Viola Hall, Doris Letourneau and Patricia St. John; and two brothers, Clarence and Carl Mumley. Calvin and Lorraine enjoyed many happy retirement years together, sharing their interest in antiques and collectibles. Despite his 20year sight impairment, he was able to continue his passion for reading and national and world affairs through the use of books on tape. People could set their clocks based on his daily walks to the post office. It goes without saying that the greatest love in his life was the time that he spent with his family. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church in Alburgh. The Rev. Msgr. Wendell H. Searles will be the celebrant and homilist. The Rite of Committal with Full Military Honors will follow at St. Amadeus Cemetery. Friends may call at The Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton, VT (802-868-3331), on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Gifts in Calvin's memory may be made to the Alburgh Public Library, in care of Marybelle Singer, P.O. Box 344, Alburgh, VT 05440, Alburgh Historical Society, in care of Howard Tepper, P.O. Box 453, Alburgh, VT 05440 or to the Alburgh Playground Fund, in care of the Alburgh PTSA, 14 North Main St. Alburgh, VT 05440. Calvin's family would like to offer their sincerest gratitude to the Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice of Champlain Valley.

ALBURGH/ EUGENE, Mo. - James Mumley, age 63 years, died unexpectedly Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 in St. Louis, Mo. A longtime resident of Alburgh, he more recently was living in Eugene, Mo. Born in Cheshire, Conn. on March 9, 1947, he was the son of the late Rene and Geraldine (Benjamin)v Mumley. He had been employed for 32 years with Wyeth of Rouses Point, N.Y. Among those that survive him are his wife, Gwen, of 38 years; as well as a son, Richard. Relatives and friends are invited to call on the family Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kidder Memorial Home, 89 Grand Ave., Swanton. Gifts in Jim's memory may be made to the American Heart Ass., P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.

JEFFERSONVILLE, VT - Roderick Davis Murray, 60, of Jeffersonville, died on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, in Fletcher Allen following a short fight with cancer. Roderick was born in Chicago, Ill., Nov. 30, 1949, son of Dorcas (Pinkerton) (deceased) and Chandler Murray of Middlebury. A 1968 graduate of MUHS, he attended the University of Oregon. He was considered to be "the most comforting, generous, ingenious and caring soul to be around." He is survived by his wife, Paschal; his father; his sister Heather Bellanca and husband Jay of Salem, N.Y., his brother Christopher and wife Jane of Arizona; nieces, nephews and many friends. A life celebration will be held at the Middlebury Community House, on March 21, 2010, at 2 p.m. Donations to the American Cancer Society and/or an animal welfare cause are welcome in lieu of flowers.

WILLISTON - Shirley M. Murray, 80, of Williston, died peacefully Wednesday, June 23, 2010 in the Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington with her son, Jeffrey, at her side. She was born in Burlington on June 14, 1930, the daughter of George and Marjorie (Whitten) Talcott. Shirley graduated from Burlington High School, class of 1948. She then attended nurses' training in Worcester, Mass., where she received her registered nurse degree. On Sept. 13, 1952, she married Benjamin Murray in Williston. Shirley's husband Ben predeceased her on Dec. 25, 2004. Shirley and Ben were the owner and operators of Williston Golf Club, Inc. since 1960. She was a member of the Williston Federated Church. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey A. of Williston; three sisters, Lucy Lapan of Milton, Lucia Haynes, and Cynthia Mongeon, both of Williston; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was also predeceased by a sister, Marguerite Keefe; and two brothers, George and John Talcott. A service of celebration of her life will be held on Monday, June 28 at 11 a.m. in the Ready Funeral Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Drive, Essex Jct. Entombment in East End Cemetery in Williston will be private. For those who wish, donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society , 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

BURLINGTON - Thelma M. Murray, 89, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010 in Fletcher Allen Health Care. A lifelong Vermonter, she was born in Williston to George and Agnes (Fortune) LaFrance on Jan. 21, 1921. She married Chester Murray on June 9, 1945, and together they raised two children. Mrs. Murray is survived by her daughter, Gail Thompson of South Burlington; her son and his wife, Rod and Linda Murray of Essex; and her sister, Mildred, who lives with family in Maryland. She was the beloved grandmother of Catrina DiNapoli and husband, Rob, Jen Thompson Feehan, Amy Murray Elkins, and Daniel Murray. She so enjoyed being great-grandma to Jordan and Isaiah DiNapoli, Quintin and Zachary Feehan, and Graycen Elkins. She is also survived by several cherished nieces and nephews, whose birthdays she never forgot. Along with her parents, Mrs. Murray was predeceased by two brothers, Robert and Clayton; and three sisters, Dorothy, Esther, and Hilda. Her husband died in 1980, and has been waiting patiently to share their anniversary once again in Heaven this year. Her family extends many thanks to Dr. Christine Northrup for her gentle care and to the folks at Fern Hill for their friendship and kindness during her 16 years there, sharing Monday night Bingo, Tuesday lunches, and many other happy occasions. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Allen St. Interment will follow in New Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburgh Ave.

BURLINGTON - Doris M. Nault, 97, passed away Nov. 19, 2010 in the Burlington Health and Rehab Center. Doris was born on Feb. 24, 1913 in Northfield, the daughter of the late William and Minnie (Cady) Innes. Doris graduated from Goddard School for Girls in Barre in 1931. Her total employment career had been with the United States Government. She retired from the U.S. Immigration Department. Doris was married to Andre E. Nault. The couple lived in Colchester for many years. Andre predeceased her in 1989, and her brother, Herbert Innes, died in 1985. Many thanks to the caring and loving caregivers and nurses at the Converse Home in Burlington while she was there, and the wonderful staff on the 5th floor at Burlington Health and Rehab Center. No funeral services will be held. Burial will be in the Hope Cemetery in Barre.

BOLTON - Evelyn D. Nawotka, 71, a longtime resident of Bolton, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, surrounded by her loving family at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington following a very long illness. Evelyn was born in Detroit, Mich. on July 12, 1938, the daughter of Pio (Peter) and Loretta (Gauci) Fiteni. She was a graduate of the University of Detroit School of Dental Hygiene, and received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Madonna College in Livonia, Mich. She was married in Detroit on April 17, 1971 to Edward E. Nawotka, Jr., D.D.S. Evelyn was employed as a dental hygienist for nearly 20 years. She was a Benefactor/Life-member of the National Rifle Association, and loved reading, watching football and fast cars. Evelyn is survived by her husband, Edward; her son, Edward E. Nawotka, III and his wife Jennifer of Houston, TX; her granddaughter, Eden; and her sister, Lillian Bommarito and her husband William Murray of Macomb, Mich. Visiting hours will be on Monday, April 5, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. in Winooski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 6 at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Richmond. Interment will follow at Resurrection Park Cemetery in South Burlington

BURLINGTON - Sylvia Ellen Neary, formerly of Burlington, died on Saturday May 15, 2010, at the age of 75. For the past few years, Sylvia resided at The Arbors in Shelburne. There she was known for her smile and her cheerful disposition. She greeted everyone saying "Hey Sunshine". Sylvia was born Dec. 25, 1934, in Schenectady, N.Y., the daughter of Francis and Catherine Cook Glenn. She was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. Sylvia was married on Feb. 4, 1956 to Howard E. Neary at St Paul the Apostle Church in Schenectady. Sylvia moved to Vermont when her husband was transferred with General Electric in 1957. Here she formed many dear friendships which she cherished. Sylvia dedicated her life to raising her family. She enjoyed canning and freezing produce from her husband's garden, spent many hours supporting her son and husband in their involvement with Burlington Youth Hockey, and enjoyed numerous other activities with her children and grandchildren. She always looked forward to their two weeks every summer camping at Roger's Rock campground on Lake George with family and extended family. Here many happy memories were made. Sylvia loved crafts and was involved in a Home den group where she made many beautiful things. She especially enjoyed making quilts, ornaments and other gifts for her family. In her later years, Sylvia and her husband volunteered delivering Meals on Wheels in Burlington. Sylvia is survived by her husband, Howard; and their four children, Daniel of Williston, Timothy and his wife, Carol, of Essex, Julie Dubuque of Jericho, and Glen of Hopkinton, Mass. She also leaves nine grandchildren, Jessica, Ryan, Scott and Marissa Neary, Jack, Ben and Lauren Dubuque, and Alex and Jake Neary; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents; her two brothers, Robert and Charles; and sister, Elizabeth. Visiting hours will be Wednesday May 19 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Ready Funeral Home located at 934 North Avenue in Burlington. This will be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 12 p.m. at St Mark's Parish 1251 North Avenue. Internment will follow immediately at Resurrection Park 200 Hinesburg Road South Burlington. The family wishes to express their gratitude for the love, compassion and caring that was given to Sylvia by the staff at The Arbors. For those who wish, a memorial in Sylvia's memory may be made to The Arbors at 687 Harbor Road, Shelburne Vermont.

VERGENNES/MIDDLE BURY - Mrs. Gertrude Needham, 91, died early Saturday morning, April 17, 2010, at Ringer's Home Care in Vergennes. She was born July 24, 1918, in Starksboro, the daughter of Timothy and Anna (Flint) Newton. Gertrude was a graduate of Bristol High School. She married Warren Needham on June 8, 1942, he predeceased her in Dec. 2000. She enjoyed embroidery, antique hunting and going to yard sales, playing bingo, poker and many other card and board games. She especially enjoyed the company of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In the 1970's and 1980's she had antique shops in Middlebury and Bridport. Gertrude is survived by a brother, Charles Newton of St. Pete, Fla.; and a sister, Mary Woodard of East Corinth. She was predeceased by brothers, Guy, Wallace (Porky) and Flint Newton; and sisters, Hazel Hunt and Ruth Manilla; and a great granddaughter, Jamie Leigh Devoid. She is survived by her six children, Greggory Needham and his wife Betty of Pinellas Park, Fla. and their children, Danny, Tonya and Connie, and their families, Warren Needham and his wife Sharon of Bethel and their children, Matt, Chris, Bill, Colleen and Kelly and their families, Jon Needham and his wife Connie of Leicester, and their children, Bruce, Jackie and Chelle and their families, Jim Needham and his wife DeDe of Addison, and their children, James Jr., Patrick and Stephanie and their partners, Linda Trask and her husband Geoffrey of Bethel, and their son, Garrett and family, and Larry Needham. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Olney Needham and his wife Jean of Fla.; and sisterin-law, Frances Williams of Burlington; and by her 21 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and a multitude of good friends and neighbors. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home located at 117 South Main Street, Middlebury, Vt. The Rev. Steven Jewett, pastor of the Memorial Baptist Church, will officiate. Visiting hours will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in Middlebury Cemetery Memorial contributions in memory of Gertrude may be made to Project Independence, the Russ Sholes Center, or to the Middlebury Volunteer Ambulance Association, or to the Vergennes Area Rescue. The family would like to especially thank the dedicated staff and caregivers at Ringer's Home Care in Vergennes for their love and support of Gertrude over these past few years.

BURLINGTON - Huong Nguyen, 36, of Burlington, died peacefully surrounded by family and friends in Fletcher Allen Hospital on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, following a courageous battle with AML. Huong was born in Saigon, Vietnam in 1974 and moved with her family to Burlington in 1994. She started work right away and was an exceptionally hard and diligent worker until she became sick two years ago. Huong was a devoted member of St. Joseph's Parish. Huong is survived by her beloved husband, Dung, and their two beautiful boys, Michael and John; her mother and father of Burlington; her sister of Washington; aunts and cousins from Virginia and California; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins remaining in Vietnam. She also leaves behind many American and Vietnamese friends in the Burlington area. The family would like to thank Dr. Riesenfeld and his incredible team of nurses and support staff, as well as Dr. Grant and her team, the nursing staff of Shep 4, and the doctors and nurses at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. In lieu of flowers gifts can be made to a scholarship fund for the children, c/o Barnes PTO, 123 North Street, Burlington, VT. Visiting hours at ElmwoodMeunier Funeral Home, 97 Elmwood Ave., Burlington, will be on Monday, Oct. 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. with a Vietnamese Prayer Service from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Visiting hours will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mass will be at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph's Co-Cathedral, Burlington, with interment following in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Annex, Pomeroy St.

March 8, 1917 – Oct. 17, 2010 NEWPORT - Diana Elizabeth Howard Nicholson died peacefully in her sleep on Oct. 17, 2010 in Bel-Aire Nursing Center in Newport. Diana was born in Burlington on March 8, 1917, the second child of Lenna (Humphrey) and Charles Howard. She graduated from nursing school at Mary Fletcher Hospital in Burlington in June 1938 as a registered nurse, but her nursing career was shortlived. Diana fell in love with a University of Vermont student, Elmer "Nick" Nicholson, married in January 1939, and began a 61 year trip "around the world" before her husband's death in 1999. While raising four children, Diana and Nick moved frequently in pursuit of his insurance career. They lived in Montpelier, Niagara Falls, Newington, Conn., Philadelphia and Chicago before retiring to Pinehurst, N.C. for 20 years. For more than 40 years, Nick and Diana made a summer pilgrimage to their cottage in Newport on Lake Memphremagog, enjoying the friendships of neighbors on Strawberry Acres Road. Following her husband's death, Diana lived yearround in her beloved cottage with the assistance of caretakers, until her failing physical health required residency at Bel-Aire Nursing Center. Wherever the family lived, Diana established a warm and welcoming home and was always a wonderful cook and gracious hostess. A talented seamstress, Diana made her daughters' wedding gowns and her own beautifully tailored clothes. She was a loving grandmother, attending many of her grandchildren's milestone events and sending them care packages across the country. In addition to her husband, Diana was predeceased by her sister, Hope Jordan Stewart; and her brother, Charles Howard. She is survived by her children, Carol (Jerry Fryberger) of Duluth, Minn. and their children, Jeremy Fryberger (Mary Tess O'Sullivan), Lynn (Mark MacLean), Holly (Alex Sienkiewicz), and Sarah (Zachary Madison), Linda Goodman of Oakdale, Conn., and her sons, Jay (Connie Tetschner), James (Jennifer O'Brien), and William (Hilary Robbins), David Nicholson (Deirdre) of Burlington and their son, Zachary, and Nancy Cekalla of Little Falls, Minn. and her sons, Garrett (Tina), Wyatt and Morgan. Diana leaves behind 14 great-grand- children; and is also survived by two nephews, Paul Jordan and John Howard. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 at the CurtisBritch-Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel at 37 Lake Road in Newport, interment will follow at the Pine Hill Cemetery in Derby. The family requests that those who wish to remember Diana, make a contribution to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 82, died on Aug. 12, 2010 in FAHC of Burlington. She was born in 1927 in Philadelphia, Pa., the daughter of Malcolm John and Hazel Belle (Farrell) and was also known as Joyce Margaret Jean Nicholson. Margaret graduated from Philadelphia High School for Girls in 1946, attended Moore College of Art, and taught herself typing and shorthand. She worked at a variety of jobs in industry in New Britain, Conn., during a time when women were new to the work force. She operated an early computer for payroll computation at Corbin Lock in Connecticut. From 1952 to 1946, she served in the Air Force, first at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, TX, then at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, Miss. She married and became Joyce Margaret Sunderland. Her three children were born in Kansas. After 13 years of marriage, she was granted a divorce. Despite tremendous odds over the years, she sacrificed constantly to try to maintain a home for the children. She reclaimed her birth name of Margaret Jean Nicholson. Margaret always enjoyed music and played piano, and later, guitar. She volunteered at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. In later years, as her physical limitations increased, Margaret lived with her daughter, Margaret (-Jean) in Des Moines, IA and in Burlington. Margaret continued to study and learn in a wide range of topics: science, government, politics and current events. She was an avid listener of talk radio and remained a regular voter all her life. Margaret is survived by her children, Margaret (-Jean) Sunderland of South Burlington, Anne Sunderland of Olathe, Kan., and John Sunderland of Overland Park, Kan.; and her sisters, Carolynn Delisser and husband, Peter, of Piermont, N.Y., and Elizabeth Sevier and husband, Frank, of Ft. Myers, Fla. The family is grateful for the compassionate care Margaret received at FAHC. Margaret especially appreciated that the staff gave her complete information, listened to her and respected her decisions. Margaret was buried in South Burlington on Aug. 17, 2010. Arrangements were with LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski, VT.

WINOOSKI - Sue Niquette died suddenly on the evening of May 3, 2010, at FAHC, with her husband and children by her side, the result of a complication from her long and admirable struggle with Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS). Born May 5, 1948, the daughter of Ronald and Cecile Yandow, Sue lived her entire life in Winooski, graduating from Winooski High School and working diligently for many years in the region as a secretary and office manager. But her true passion was her family, to whom she was selflessly devoted. Sue had a fun-loving and warm spirit. She continued to share freely, laugh often, and love much despite a debilitating illness. Her fierce determination to remain independent, to provide care for her family, and to live life to the fullest was an inspiration to her family and those blessed to know her. She is survived by her lifelong love and husband of more than 43 years, Gerry Niquette; her daughter, Lisa Wilson of Essex; her son, Bill Niquette and wife, Tracey, of Burlington; and four loving grandchildren, who were the light of her life, Alex, Cassie, Abby, and Joseph; by a special sister, Judie Ann, who has been blessed with Sue's care for many years; by two brothers, Ron Yandow and wife, Theodora, of Winooski, and Robert Yandow and wife, Marge, of Virginia; and a sister-in-law, Geraldine Yandow. She was predeceased by her parents; a sister, Lorraine; and a brother, Richard. A Catholic service will be held Friday May 7, 2010, at 1 p.m. at LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. in Winooski, with interment thereafter at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends and family will be welcomed at LaVigne's prior to the ceremony from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, P.O. Box 1208, Fortson, GA 31808.

SOUTH BURLINGTON - Mrs. Ann Nolting, age 83, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010 in the Vermont Respite House. She was born July 21, 1927, daughter of Walter and Eleanor Schuler. She attended school in Marion, Ohio, graduating from St. Mary's High School in 1946. Ann received a scholarship to the Mt. St. Joseph Good Samaritan Hospital nursing program in Cincinnati. She graduated with honors and received her R.N. from Good Samaritan and B.S. in nursing from Mt. St. Joseph in 1950. She worked as a nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati until she married Harold Nolting on March 31, 1951. Ann and Hal lived in Cincinnati, Lebanon, and Cleveland, Ohio before moving to South Burlington in 1965. Ann loved her husband, seven children, 16 grand- children, one great-grandchild and wonderful extended family. She was a member of the St. Anthony's Church Choir, did volunteer work for many years at the South Burlington schools, Meals on Wheels, Religious Education for Special Needs Adolescents, and Hospice. Ann loved to knit, especially blankets for her grand- children, cook the world's best Peach Butter and Anadama Bread, play golf, read, fish, garden and play bridge with friends. She enjoyed spending summers at the family camp in South Hero on Keeler's Bay with her family and friends, and traveling with her husband, especially after his retirement. She was loved and will be deeply missed by her husband, Harold; brothers, Jack Schuler of Detroit, Mich., and Dr. Richard Schuler of Marion; children, Laura Ann Smith and her husband, Jim, of South Berwick, ME, Joseph Nolting and his wife, Anne, of Palmer, AK, Gerard Nolting and his wife, Elissa, of Minneapolis, Minn., James Nolting and his wife, Peg, of South Burlington, Mary Jane Sinkel and her husband, Jim, of Princeton, Minn., Thomas Nolting and his wife, Carrie, of South Burlington, and Nancy Scagnelli and her husband, David, of South Burlington; 16 grand- children; and one greatgrandchild. She was predeceased by her parents; along with her brothers, Theodore Schuler, Dr. James Schuler, and Tom Schuler. The family extends a special thank you to Ann's devoted caregivers, Suzanne and her husband, Tim Hawley, and the staffs from Home Instead, Shelburne Bay Senior Care, and Starr Farm Nursing Facility. Visiting hours will be at the Ready Funeral Home, 261 Shelburne Road, Burlington from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010. A Mass of Christian Burial for Ann Nolting will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Burlington on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 at 10 a.m. Private committal services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Resurrection Park Catholic Cemetery in South Burlington. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ann's memory to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

ADDISON - Lois Crabtree Noonan of Addison died peacefully on March 29, 2010. She was 95, or as she would have said, "not even 96." Well-known for her many years as Director of the Bixby Memorial Library in Vergennes, she did claim to be a Vermonter, since she had lived here since 1937 only. Born on Dec. 15, 1914, daughter of Charles and Anna Sinclair Crabtree, in Gardner, Mass., she graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where she met and married Frederick W. Noonan. She moved to Addison on the condition that an indoor bathroom would be installed. From early on, she was active in the local service organizations, being matron of Addison Juvenile Grange for several years and a leader of the 4-H Club. She served as an officer of the Home Demonstration Club at both local and county level and helped organize the first Red Cross Blood Drawings in Addison County. As an integral part of the Congregational Church in Vergennes, she taught Sunday School for many years. She was President of the Vergennes Women's Club and was active in the Vergennes Garden Club as well. During her career at the Bixby, she was a member of the Vermont Library Association. In 1957 she joined the staff of the Bixby Memorial Library and became Director in 1966, a position she held until retiring after 46 years of service. A large group gathered to honor her at her retirement party in 2003 and the Mayor declared Lois Noonan Day in Vergennes. Under her guidance the Library became a friendly community destination, moving from an austere silent reading place to a comfortable gathering center for adults and children alike, alive with her innovations - story hours, art exhibits, book sales, concerts and lectures. She wrote weekly columns about the Library for local papers and appeared regularly on the radio reviewing books and exhibits. Circulation increased, expanding to music, videos, and audio books, and the patron loyalty she fostered brought not only ancillary collections, such as Indian artifacts, but increased the budget through donations for memorial books. Facilities for the disabled were added and the Library entered the computer age in her time. In 1995 the Trustees of the Bixby re-named the Vermont Room, housing an impressive collection of Vermontiana, in her honor and her portrait hangs there now. After her retirement she continued to volunteer and could sometimes be found in the Lois Noonan Room, putting. things in order. She was pleased to be honored for her service to the community by the American Legion Post No. 14 of Vergennes, by the Addison Northwest School District, by the City of Vergennes, by the Vermont Department of Libraries, and by the Rhoda Forrand Chapter of the D.A.R. She was, of course, a constant reader, but also traveled extensively, beginning in Europe with her husband and eventually visiting over 40 countries after she was 70, climbing the Great Wall of China, shopping in the souks of Damascus and Istanbul, having tea by a Bedouin campfire in the Arabian desert, and viewing the glaciers at the tip of Argentina, always with her son, daughter, and friends. She rode her first elephant at the age of 80, donned trousers for the first time for a safari in Zimbabwe at 85, and traveled by camel cart in Rajasthan at the age of 90. At home she liked to explore and discover the tamer pleasures of Vermont, and she remained a favorite of her children's friends from college, London, New York, and Montreal as they regularly enjoyed her hospitality in Addison. Her daughter Ellen, a psychotherapist in London, England, and her husband, Frederick, a long-time dairy and beef farmer, also a breeder of Morqan horses, pre-deceased her. Active to the very end, she spent the last year of her life content and well-cared for at the Lodge at Otter Creek in Middlebury with her cat Thai. She is survived by her son Frederick William of Addison and New York City, her older sister Anita Ray of Baldwinville, Mass., and sisters-in-law Mary Noonan of Sandy Springs, Md. and Nancy Noonan of York, Pa. She cherished the kindness of her several nieces and nephews and their families - Katherine Phelps of St. Johnsbury, Donald and Lois Ray of Fitzwilliam, N.H., Joyce and David Ray of Warwick, Mass., Polly and Ron Gauthier of North Brookfield, Mass., and Charles Crabtree, Jr., Richard Noonan and Michele Wilson of Belmont, Mass., Thomas and JoAnn Noonan of New Milford, Conn., Douglas and Adriana Albini Noonan of Genoa, Italy, and Martha Noonan and Barbara Beaverson of York, Pa. plus dear grandnieces and nephews. Her life was especially brightened in her final years by her close friend Mary Cheney of Charlotte. Memorial services will be held at the Congregational Church at 11 a.m. on Apr. 24, with burial in Addison following. Everyone will be welcome at the house on 22a afterwards. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main Street, Vergennes 05491.

SHELBURNE - Margaret VanDeWarker Norem of Shelburne, died on Friday, May 7, 2010, in Birchwood Terrance Healthcare from natural causes. She was known as Peg to her friends and family. Born in Ottawa, Ill. on Aug. 14, 1919, to Maude and William VanDeWarker, Margaret went to nursing school in Chicago and became a registered nurse. She worked as a registered nurse for 30 years. Peg and her husband, Nelson, lived in several different states throughout their 68 year marriage. After leaving Illinois, they moved to Wyoming, California, Nevada, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Florida, back to California and finally to Vermont. Peg loved each and every one of them, but she particularly enjoyed her time in Florida. She enjoyed picnicking at the beach, collecting seashells, and bird watching. Peg and Nelson enjoyed traveling and were fortunate to visit Europe, Scandinavia, and many wonderful and interesting National Parks in the United States and Canada. Peg is survived by her husband, Nelson; her daughter, Carol Angus and her husband, Dr. David Angus, of Essex Junction; her daughter, Susan Moore and her husband, Rich Rambur of Pilot Hill, Calif.; and grandchildren, Amanda Smullen, David Angus II, Brooke Angus, Kristin Brown, and Jeffrey Moore. Peg had four great-grand children. Peg will be buried at Oakwood Memorial Cemetery in Ottawa, IL.

MANCHESTER CENTER - Charlotte J. Norse, 78, a resident of Manchester Center, died on Dec. 4, 2010 surrounded by her family. Charlotte was born Nov. 14, 1932 in Londonderry, the daughter of James and Sarah (Lent) Wilkins. She graduated from Burr and Burton Seminary in 1950 and married LeRoy Norse on April 12, 1952. Together they raised four children. She worked as a waitress and chambermaid at Bromley House and Johnny Seesaws in Peru. She enjoyed interacting with the community, driving a school bus and delivering mail. In her later years, she worked as a registrar at Rutland Regional Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. Charlotte also enjoyed working at Ottaquechee Country Store with her family. Some of her favorite things to do were going to the horse races, playing bingo and going to the casinos. Charlotte was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Rutland Post 31, she held the position of Unit President in 1955-1997 and was 4th District President 1999-2000. She always treasured time spent with her family including most recently playing with her great-grandchildren. Charlotte is survived by her four children, Gayle Otis and her husband, Michael, of Maidstone, Dale Norse and his wife, Madeleine, of Colchester, Wanda Stockman and her husband, Dale, of Ascutney, and Arnold Norse and his wife, Lisa, of Brattleboro; six grandchildren, Brian Stockman, Tracy Adams and husband, Eric, Randy and Chelsea Otis, Nicole Cusson and husband, Mark, Michelle LeClair and husband, Ben; and three great grandchildren. Mrs. Norse is also survived by three sisters, Myretta Westine of Chester, Ida Beauregard of Mount Tabor, and Dorothy Daley of Largo, Fla. She was predeceased by her husband, LeRoy Norse; her parents; and three brothers, James, Ken and Jack Wilkins. A memorial service for Charlotte will be held Friday, Dec. 10, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Peru Congregational Church in Peru. There are no visiting hours. Burial will follow in Peru Village Cemetery. If friends wish, memorial gifts in Charlotte's memory may be made to Peru Congregational Church, c/o Brewster Funeral Service P.O. Box 885 Manchester Center, VT 05255.

ADDISON - Naomi M. Norton, 93, died Sunday, March 28, 2010, at Birchwood Terrace Healthcare after a brief illness. Born in Addison on Sept. 22, 1916, she was the daughter of William and Herrika (Miller) Lattrell. Mrs. Norton was a resident of Addison for most of her life. She owned and operated a dairy farm along with her husband, Wilbur, until 1958. She then crop farmed until she retired in 1981. She loved all animals and birds, especially her beloved Smoky and Petey, and beautiful flowers. She was a member of the Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses in Middlebury. Mrs. Norton is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Lorenzo (Dorothy) Sanchez of San Antonio, Texas, Mrs. Allen(Shirley) Shangraw of Georgia, Vt., Mrs. John (June) Campbell of Addison, and Mrs. David (Patricia) Adams of Harrisburg, N.C.; a son Roger A. Norton and his wife Beverly of Vergennes; two brothers, Arnold Lattrell and Robert Lattrell and his wife Norene all of Vergennes; 16 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great-grandchildren; five great-greatgreat grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Norton was predeceased by her husband Wilbur in 1991, her brother Raymond Lattrell in 1993, and her sister Shirley Neger in 2006. Services will be held Saturday, Apr. 3, 2010 at 2 p.m. in Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in Middlebury. Interment will be in Prospect Cemetery in Vergennes. Calling hours will be Saturday Apr. 3, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Brown-McClay Funeral Home in Vergennes. Contributions may be made to Addison County Home Health, PO Box 754, Middlebury, Vt. 05753 or Vergennes Area Rescue Squad, PO Box 11, Vergennes, Vt. 05491.

ESSEX JUNCTION - Adam Philip Noyes, 25, died on July 4, 2010 in San Francisco, Calif. Adam was born on Aug. 18, 1984 in Burlington. His tragic death has left his family grieving and in shock. Adam is survived by his father, Philip W. Noyes Jr. and wife, Lorrie S. Noyes; his mother, Joanne Harrington; grandfathers, Philip Noyes Sr. and Andre Lussier; and grandmother, Beverly Nadeau; his sisters, April Brennen, Nicole Noyes, Jenna Noyes; a brother, Cory Noyes; and by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Adam was predeceased by two loving grandmothers, Lucille Lussier and Margaret Noyes; and grandfather, Paul Nadeau. Knowing there is peace in God's promise of life everlasting, we find comfort in his reunion with them. Adam holds a special place in our hearts and he will be dearly missed. We trust God's love to sustain us through this difficult time and that he will work in our lives to turn our sorrow into joy and our separation into a time of joyful reunion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of choice or COTS in Burlington, VT. There will be no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held for the family.

WATERBURY - Raymond Noyes, 66, died April 14, 2010 with his friends by his side after a long-term illness. He was born in Portland, ME on July 1, 1943, the son of Arthur and Madeline (Dufresne) Noyes and attended schools in Vermont. Ray will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor, his love of flea markets, collecting and fixing old radios and electronic equipment, reading, and movies. He was predeceased by his parents; his brother, William; and his wife of 30 years, June. Ray is survived by his beloved aunt Dot Joly of Albany, N.Y. and aunt Rosemarie Knights of Bennington. A graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery in Burlington at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 19, 2010.

HYDEVILLE - Mrs. Mary Elizabeth "Betty" O'Day, 73, died June 13, 2010 at her home in Hydeville, with her loving family at her bedside. Betty was born Sept. 25, 1936, in Glens Falls, N.Y., the daughter of Everestus and Chastine (Martin) Breen. She was educated in New York schools, graduating from St. Mary's Academy in Glens Falls with the class of 1954. She furthered her education and obtained her nursing degree from Jeanne Mance School of Nursing at DeGoesbrian Hospital in Burlington in 1957, and soon afterwards began her long and fulfilling nursing career. Throughout her career, she was employed at several hospitals which include Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, N.Y., Memorial Hospital, Albany, N.Y. and St. Charles Hospital, Port Jefferson, N.Y. She then moved closer to her home and began employment for 17 years in the Health Services Dept at Castleton State College. Betty concluded her nursing career at Eden Park Nursing Home in Rutland, where she retired after 10 years of employment in 1992. Upon her retirement, she found time for her many interests including participation in local quilting and bridge groups, gardening, travel, and most enthusiastically, family. Betty is survived by her mother, Chastine Breen of Glens Falls, her husband of 48 years, John M. O'Day, whom she married in Glens Falls on Nov. 17, 1962; her four children, Maureen O'Day of Essex, Anne Mayhew and her husband, Jonathan, of Martha's Vineyard, Patrick O'Day and his wife, Debbie, of Fair Haven, Michael O'Day and his wife, Lisa, of Fairfax; her sisters, Louann Penders and her husband, Bill, of Plattsburgh, N.Y., Cynthia Hill and her husband, John, of Glens Falls; her brother, Martin Breen and his wife, Peggie, of So. Glens Falls; her two grandchildren, Christopher and Marguerite "Maggie" Mayhew; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church in Castleton, with Rev. Henry Furman, Pastor, officiating. Burial arrangements in St. Mary's Cemetery in Fair Haven will be made at a later date. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be offered in Betty's memory to either the Wellness Center at the Castleton Community Center, 2108 Main St., Castleton, VT 05735 or Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 7 Albert Cree Drive, Rutland, VT 05701.

MIDDLEBORO, MA - Robert K. O'Neill, 89, of Middleboro, Mass., died on Feb. 22, 2010. Born in Burlington, he was a graduate of Cathedral High School (1938) and Norwich University (1943). A veteran, he served in the US Army during WW II. His newspaper career began at the Burlington Daily News and continued at the Saint Albans Messenger. He relocated to New Hampshire, working at the Union Leader, and later to Massachusetts, working at the New Bedford Standard-Times. Returning to New Hampshire, Mr. O'Neill worked at Little Newspapers, Inc. in Goffstown, retiring in 1993. Mr. O'Neill is the husband of the the late Burlington native Rita Jane (Grant) O'Neill. Surviving family members include children and grandchildren.

SWANTON - Kennison Melvin Olds, age 86 years, a longtime First Street resident, died early Wednesday evening, Nov. 17, 2010 in the Saint Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. A graveside funeral service with full Military Honors will be held Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010, at 11 a.m. from the Olds family lot in the Highgate Center Cemetery. The Reverend Father Reid D. Farrell, Rector of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Swanton will officiate. Members of Seventy-Six Lodge #14 F&AM will also exemplify their Ritualistic Service along with a brief prayer service conducted by members of Post 778, Veterans of Foreign Wars. At Melvin's request, there will be no calling hours. Gifts in his memory may be made to Missisquoi Valley Rescue, P.O. Box 22, Swanton, VT 05488. A more complete obituary will be published next week in The Saint Albans Messenger.

WINOOSKI - Dr. George Olgyay of Winooski, died Nov. 4, 2010 in the Respite House, after a two year battle with cancer. His wife, Maria and eldest daughter, Emese were by his side. George was born in Gyor, Hungary on April 20, 1930. His youth was spent largely in Budapest. His high school years (gymnasium) were taken with the Benedictines in Hungary and Germany, graduating in 1948. During World War II, his father served as Lt. Colonel in the Hungarian army and was killed in 1942. After the war, he, his mother and grandparents became refugees in the West rather than living under Soviet rule. The family immigrated to the United States in 1950, settling in Cleveland, OH. In 1951, George was drafted into the United States Army and served two years in the Korean War. After his armed services, he returned to his academic studies, graduating from Case Western Reserve in 1955. Later, he graduated with a master's degree from Columbia University and completed his PhD in Political Science at the University of Notre Dame in 1961. George met Maria Smutko in Cleveland, and they were married in 1957 at Saint Stephen's Church in NYC. George accepted a teaching position in the Department of Political Science at Saint Michael's College in 1961. He taught 38 enjoyable years before being awarded Professor Emeritus Status. During this time, he also served terms as Chairman of the Political Science Department and played a major role in developing the Department, both in size and curriculum. George was, appropriate to his background, the epitome of the European professorship. Not only was he well trained and a master of his material, but he also related to students in a unique fashion. He always referred to them as "ladies and gentlemen" and he made a concerted effort to treat them with respect as budding scholars. The fact George loved teaching and excelled at it was born out of his designation as an "Outstanding Educator in America" and his selection for an Appreciation Award in 1998. Many of his students have remained in contact with him over the years and they have been instrumental in creating an endowment fund in his name. He was proud to belong to an organization known as the Hungarian/American Coalition. He was also a member of the Catholic movement for Intellectual and Cultural Affairs, PAX Romana, and the American Association for the Study of Hungarian History. He was a member and founder of the Hungarian Boy Scouts, the "Homeless Eagles". George and Maria greatly enjoyed their life in Vermont and their 53 years of marriage, after their youth in war-ravaged Europe. In the Vermont setting, they found their lives enriched by many good friends over the years and by their nuclear family. George is survived by his wife, Maria; daughter, Emese Madigan, her husband, Michael, and their son, Patrick; a son, Zoltan, his wife, Jill, and their daughter, Cassie; and Maria Hobson, husband, Ken and their sons, Kenny and Tyler. The family would like to thank Dr. Joe Haddock and Margaret, Dr. John Fitzgerald, Donna and Lynn, for their many years of taking care of George and also the wonderful people at the VNA, Hospice and VT Respite House for their help and care. A Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael's Chapel in Colchester on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at 9 a.m. Interment will be at the Merrill Cemetery. A reception celebrating George's life will follow in Alliot Hall of St. Michael's College. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the George Olgyay Endowed Scholarship, St. Michael's College, Institutional Advancement, One Winooski Park, Box 256, Colchester, VT 054390001.

died peacefully in his sleep Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 at his home on Oakbeach Dr. in Burlington. Born in Chicago, Ill. on Sept. 30, 1924, Bob was the only son of Arthur D. and Mary E. Orth. Raised in Roselle, N.J., Bob matriculated at Colgate University, Class of 1946, but his college days were cut short by WWII. Enlisting in the Army, Infantry Division, Dec. 1942, Bob was part of the "Greatest Generation." He served his time as a Second Lieutenant in the European Theater. Bob met his wife, Madeline (Lynn) Bodnaruk, at a USO dance in Newark, N.J.; it was kismet. Upon his return stateside they eloped. Bob returned to complete his undergraduate studies at Colgate, a proud member of the Delta Theta Fraternity, graduating in 1948. Until his death, Bob celebrated homecoming at Colgate with the classes of 1946 and 1948. Bob and Lynn had 44 eventful and wonderful years together before her death in 1990. They left New Jersey and moved to Vermont, a state he loved more than any other. In 1950 Bob started in the life insurance business. Bob worked for New England Life, now called New England Financial, a subsidiary of Metropolitan Insurance Company. He was a managing partner for the state of Vermont for New England Financial from 1965 to 1980, a member of the Million Dollar Round Table and recently selected to the Hall of Fame of the Million Dollar Round Table. Oct. 2, 2003 was designated "Bob Orth Day" by the city of Burlington for his 50 years of service with New England Financial. Bob never retired; he just took longer and more fishing trips. Bob was an avid catch and release fisherman, world traveler and downhill skier to the end. For those that knew Bob, a bright light went out on Sept. 1. His lust for life, his energy and his ability to fill the room with laughter will most definitely by missed by his family and friends. A caring Father, Grandfather and Partner, we were all honored to have him a part of our lives. Tight Line. Bob leaves his three children, Geri Kearns of Delray Beach, Fla., Neil Orth of San Diego, Calif., and Lauren Cline of New York City, N.Y.; his son-in-law, Dan Cline; and four grandchildren, Ethan and Seth Kearns and Jennifer and Alexander Cline. He also leaves the light of his later life, Bunny Reeves, his constant companion and best friend for the last 19 years. They explored the world together, laughing and dancing all of the way. There will be calling hours on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010 at Ready Funeral Home, 261 Shelburne Rd., Burlington from 4 to 6 p.m. There will also be a celebration service and releasing of ashes on Oct. 1, 2010 at the Lake Mansfield Trout Club, Moscow; time and details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Lake Mansfield Trout Club, 4400 Nebraska Valley Rd., Moscow, VT 05672.

ISLAND POND - Gary Maynard Osborne, 62, of Island Pond, beloved husband of Janet Osborne, died unexpectedly on April 22, 2010, in Ferdinand. He was born June 20, 1947, in Island Pond, beloved son of the late Maynard and Gwendolyn (Bailey) Osborne. On June 7, 1969, he married Janet Marquis. Gary graduated in 1969 from the University of Vermont, with a degree in Forestry. He was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army and a US Customs and Border Protection Officer from 1972 until 2007, when he retired. Upon his retirement, Gary fulfilled his life long dream of establishing a 4,000 tap maple sugaring operation. He and his family poured their heart and soul into this project. He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, biking, working in the vegetable and flower gardens, and especially being in the woods. He was also a gifted carpenter and wood crafter. Gary held memberships with the American Legion Post 80 of Island Pond, the Vermont Sugar Maple Association, and was the Town Tree Warden and Justice of the Peace. He is survived by his wife, Janet Osborne; two sons, Jon Gary Osborne and his wife, Kate, of Elmore, and Troy David Osborne and Molly Burger of West Danville; two grandchildren, Eben and Linden Osborne; two sisters, Barbara Boylan and her husband, Patrick, of Bellows Falls, and Cynthia Gervais and her husband, Richard, of Island Pond; aunts and uncles, Lynwood and Helen Osborne of Ala., Lorraine Caouette of Island Pond, Joan and Don Hill of Ore., Ruth Perrier of Fla., and Phyllis Bailey of Barton; his sister-in-law, Marcia Sullivan and her husband, James, of N.C.; his brother-in-law, Allan Marquis and his wife, Barbara, of N.C.; his cousin and best friend, Butch Osborne of Island Pond; and by many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Calling hours are from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday, April 26, 2010, at the Curtis-BritchConverse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2010, at Christ Episcopal Church in Island Pond with the Rev. Brendan Whittaker officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Island Pond Health Center, P.O. Box 425, Island Pond,VT 05846.

UTICA, N.Y. - Jack W. Ovitt was born to Walter and Alberta Ovitt in Rutland on June 3, 1932 and died in Utica, N.Y on Nov. 23, 2010. He is survived by his sisters, Harmony Bolstridge of South Windsor, Conn., Eileen Gould of Enfield, Conn., a brother-in-law, Melvin Abell of St. Albans; and his siblings' children; and his cousins. He also befriended a young man that he considered his family, Scott Pelow and his wife, Judy. He was predeceased by his parents; and twin sister, June Abell; and two brothers-in-law, Russell Bolstridge and Robert Gould. Jack grew up in various towns in Vermont, graduating in 1950 at Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax, and then later that year enlisted in the Navy and served as a coxswain and chaplains assistant for four years. Jack was born with the gift of music and became accomplished at the piano and organ. Early in his adult life, it was a thrill for Jack to find a new organ to play. Jack traveled to find these in churches and befriended many a church organist. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 1960, having majored in music. While at the university, he joined the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and served as their Chaplain. Also he became assistant organist at Burlington's St. Paul Episcopal Cathedral in 1958. Jack naturally taught music in the schools AltmarParish-Williamstown in Oswego County in New York. He served as The Grand Organist for the Grand Lodge for the state of N.Y. and had the same responsibility for the Grand Bodies of Royal Arch Masons, Cryptic Masons and Knights Templar. At the Wood gate, N.Y. Camp Turk, he served as Vice Chairman for the committee on Youth and as a counselor. He became a Mason in 1954 in Fairfax, and then in 1980 transferred to the one in Parish, N.Y., serving as a Master in 1985 and 1986. He was a member of all the major Masonic organizations. Jack played the organ right through his first amputation of his left leg, but had to stop when years later they had to take his other leg. He stayed very positive during these stressful times and continued to be his friendly self. He was very fortunate to have good friends like Larry and Rose Joseph; and loyal aides, Theresa Thureto and Gary De Stephano to watch after him and he will be greatly missed. Arrangement for the burial of his ashes at Lakeview Cemetery in Burlington will be made in the spring.

FORT MYERS, Fla./ESSEX - Frances Pearl (Ladieu) Packard, 77, died peacefully on Aug. 25, 2010 in Fort Myers, Fla., after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Frances was born May 20, 1933 in Sutton Quebec the daughter of William and Pearl (Sturgeon) Ladieu. Francis was a native of Essex and graduated from Essex Center H.S. She raised her family in the Village of Essex and was a longtime employee of the Lincoln Inn. Frances loved books and the Red Sox. She leaves her loving husband, Reginald Packard; son, Wallace Blanchard; daughters, Valerie and Nicholae; grandsons, Martin Messimer and Ryan Cemel and great-granddaughter, Liliana Messimer. She was predeceased by her brother, William Ladieu and sister, Betty Shambo. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at Corbin and Palmer in Essex Jct. at 1 p.m. Burial to follow. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to The Humane Society.

, lifelong resident of Hyde Park, died peacefully on Sept. 8, 2010 at the age of 91. He was born in Burlington on March 2, 1919, the second son of Hallie Gates and Russel S. Page of Hyde Park and grandson of Carroll Smalley Page, Vermont Governor and U.S. Senator. He was a 1936 graduate of Lamoille Central Academy after which he attended Norwich University before serving in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1945, achieving the rank of Captain. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart while in combat in Northern France and Germany. After working briefly for Vermont Asbestos Group upon his return home from WWII, he spent almost three decades as a Rural Carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Hyde Park. Carroll served in many capacities for his town, including the Select Board from 1957-1966, the Board of Civil Authority, and the Hyde Park Historical Society for which he was a good source of local history. He was a man of many interests and passions, including building and flying planes, the Civil Air Patrol, fishing, hunting, and restoring antique vehicles of all types, particularly Jeeps. His first wife, Ruth Bullard Page, predeceased him in 1969. He was married to Connie Brown in 1970. He is survived by Connie, his wife of forty years; his half sister, Martha Beach, and husband, Allen, of Washington, D.C., and their daughters, Anne, Lacey, and Carolyn; his nephew, Russel S. Page, III and wife, Cameron, of Stowe, and their children, Michael and Laura; his nephew, Stephen S. Page and wife, Deborah, of Williston, and their son, Morgan; as well as his friend, Bill Farnham of Johnson. He was a loving and caring husband and loyal friend, beloved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at the Hyde Park Congregational Church on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2010 at 11 a.m. with a brief graveside ceremony to follow at the Jedediah Hyde Cemetery and a reception at the Governor's House B & B on Main Street in Hyde Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Caroll's memory to the Lanpher Memorial Library, P.O. Box 196, Hyde Park, VT 05655.

BURLINGTON - Diane Ruth Carlsen Page, 50, went to her savior Jesus Christ Feb. 4, 2011, in Fletcher Allen Health Care, where she had undergone surgery Feb. 2. Strong and in good spirits, and only minutes after chatting with family members on the phone and showing photos of her beloved children to medical staff, she lost consciousness abruptly and died soon after. Diane co-organized the Hallelujah Chorus flashmob at the University Mall this December, just one of many ways she inspired her world while every day fighting her juvenile diabetesA dedicated mother, she taught her three children faith, responsibility and a love for learning. Diane was born Sept. 26, 1960, the fourth child of Clarence and Helen Ann (Soper) Carlsen. The family soon moved from New Jersey to a log cabin in the Adirondacks in Pottersville, N.Y. Good with both power tools and calculators, she graduated near the top of her high school class and studied engineering and horticulture at UNY- Canton, receiving an associate's degree. Her first marriage produced a son, Timothy. She was a stunning blondhaired single mom when she met her future husband in the food line of a church dinner. Shortly after marrying Nov. 24, 1990, they co-founded the North Avenue News. At her initiative they adopted two African-American children and helped other families do the same. Her advocacy helped create a new state program for at-risk young adults. In 1999 she received a kidney donated by a stranger, the first such procedure permitted in the northeast. Upon recovery she homeschooled her two youngest children. With faith, brains and persistence the "Norwegian Princess" overcame leg and toe amputations, a heart attack and a major lung infection, and other, less visible pain. Her last nine months were a wonderful Indian summer of good health, recommital of wedding vows, forgiving love, violin-playing, and a deepened relationship with Christ. She leaves husband Guy Page of Cambridge and their three children, Tim of Fort Dix, N.J., and Joe and Imani of Cambridge; her parents of Wilton, N.Y.; sister Linda Everett of Underhill; sister Judy Williams and husband Bob of Gettysburg, Pa.; brother Steven Carlsen and wife Sue of Burlington; and many other relatives. She was predeceased by her brother Glen in July 2010; and by beloved grandmother Helen Edwards. Visiting hours will be 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011 in the fellowship hall at Cambridge United Church, Rte. 15, Cambridge. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10 at Jericho Congregational Church, 3 Jericho Center Circle, Jericho Center. In lieu of flowers please bring to visiting hours or service, school supplies and children's vitamins for Barner School in Manila. Interment will occur in the spring.