, 71, of Coventry died on November 19, 2012, at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born June 29, 1941, in Newport, a daughter of Leo and Elsie (Sanville) Cheney Jr. On January 14, 1961, she married Richard (Skip) Bernier, who survives her. She graduated from Newport Center High School. Mrs. Bernier was manager of the Vermont Department of Employment and Training in Newport where she retired after 30 years of service. During this time she was also a military veterans' representative for the state of Vermont. She was an avid reader, and she also enjoyed gardening. She loved her dogs Casey and Boss. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Richard Bernier, of Coventry; by her daughters: Tina de la Bruere and her husband, Raymond, of Troy and Stacie L. Baker and her friend, Eric Desranleau, of Essex; by her grandsons: Timothy de la Bruere and his spouse, Thomas, Brent de la Bruere, Jeret Baker and his wife, Kate; by her granddaughters: Katie Baker and Emily Baker; and by her great-grandson Connor. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 61, of Glover died on November 15, 2012, in Glover. He was born on December 12, 1950, in Troy, a son of Cecile and Irene Gibney. He married Mary Pillsbury who predeceased him. He is survived by his children: Shelly Lavigne and Joseph Gibney Jr., both of Manchester, New Hampshire, Scott Gibney, Brian Gibney, and Jason Gibney; and by his stepdaughter Tracy Raymond. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 97, died on November 20, 2012, at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton. He was born November 19, 1915, in Irasburg, a son of the late Ivan and Jennie (Wells) Ingalls. A lifelong resident of Irasburg, Mr. Ingalls owned and operated the family dairy farm until 1984. He was very active in the community. He served as selectman for the town of Irasburg for 47 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #62 in Irasburg and a charter member of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST). He enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and playing poker. He was known for his common sense, his level-headedness, and his Yankee frugality. Mr. Ingalls leaves his nieces and nephews: Peter and his wife, Rita Martin, of Sheffield, Marianne and her husband, Mo Hall, of Richford, Paul Martin and his fiancee, Christine, of Richford, Ilene Elliott of Canaan, Linda Wignet of White River, and Ellen and her husband, Skip Swayse, of White River; and his favorite cousin, who was like a daughter to him, Rachel Todd, and her husband, Dean, of Irasburg. Mr. Ingalls was predeceased by his beloved companion, Wilma Sargeant; his sisters and brothers-in-law: Ada Ingalls Martin and her husband, Reuben, Lois Ingalls Winget and her husband, Earl, Avis Ingalls Clark Hinton and her husband, Ivers Clark, and Elvin (Jim) Hinton; a niece, Diane Mattoon; and nephews Ivers Clark Jr., Ward Clark, Lance Clark, and Bob Elliott. Funeral services were held November 24 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport. Interment will be in the Irasburg Cemetery at a later date. A Masonic service was held at the funeral home. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to VAST, 26 Vast Lane, Berlin, Vermont 05602.

, 92, formerly of Shaker Heights, Ohio, died Tuesday, October 25, 2012, at Kendal in Hanover, New Hampshire. He was born October 23, 1920, in Weehawkin, New Jersey. He grew up in Union City, New Jersey, where he attended public schools, and then he spent a year at Lawrenceville Academy in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, before college. Mr. Krieble was a graduate of Princeton University, where he earned a BS in chemical engineering in 1942, and a PhD in chemical engineering in 1949. He married Amanda Sanborne in 1943. They settled in Washington, D.C., where Mr. Krieble served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Naval Reserve during World War II. He worked in the U.S. Naval Laboratory as a process engineer in the chemical warfare and electrochemical sections. After graduate school he worked for General Electric (GE) as a process engineer at the research laboratory in Schenectady, New York, where he was engaged in research and development in tungsten chemistry, the iodide process, and the electrolytic oxidation of metals. In 1957, Mr. Krieble moved to the GE lamp, metals, and components department in Cleveland, Ohio. He became a plant manager and continued working on the development and economic evaluation of processes for refractory metals and gases used in lamps until he retired in 1983. Mr. Krieble was active in charitable, social, and professional communities. He was a member of Sigma X, the General Electric Elfun Society, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, the New York Academy of Sciences, and the American Chemical Society. A former Eagle Scout, he served as a Boy Scout leader in New York and Ohio. In retirement, Mr. Krieble served as the president of the Westmore Association in Westmore, and he also monitored the lake's water quality for the state of Vermont for many years. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and an active grandfather. Mr. Krieble loved his summer vacations with his family on Lake Willoughby in Westmore where he hiked, gardened, managed the woods, and tended their property. Later on, he and his wife spent six months there each year. Mr. Krieble enjoyed reading and conversation with family and friends who appreciated his dry sense of humor. Together with his wife, he was ever a gracious host. He is survived by his children: daughter Cynthia Krieble and son-in-law Raeburne Heimbeck of Ellensburg, Washington, daughter Elizabeth Krieble of Andover, Massachusetts, son John Krieble and daughter-in-law Katherine Getzels of Brooklyn, New York; and by four grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Amanda S. Krieble. Contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation dedicated to Parkinson's disease research.

, 66, of Craftsbury died at his home on November 21, 2012. He was born August 25, 1946, in Stowe, a son of Robert and Annie (Martin) Wright, both predeceased. He is survived by his sons Jasper (Jay) Wright and his wife, Sandy Stoddard, and their children Iva and Jesse of Craftsbury, Charley Wright of Craftsbury, and Brian Wright of North Carolina; by his Sister Linda (Wright) Prescott and her husband, Bruce, and their children Shawn Wright his wife, Fay, and their children, and Angel Prescott, all of Craftsbury; by his brother Gary Wright and his wife, Robin Wright, of Eden; and by loved nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was predeceased by his sister Sandra Tallman of Alaska. He was a farmer for many years and will be missed by many. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 30, at the Curtis-Britch and Davis Funeral Home, 1321 North Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury Common. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, at the Branch Cemetery in Craftsbury with Pastor Roland Green officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to 140 Scotts Lane, Craftsbury, Vermont 05826, care of Jasper Wright.

, 86, died peacefully at her home in Westfield on November 15, 2012. She was born to Neoma Bean Whalen and Joseph Whalen on February 19, 1926 at the family farm in Irasburg. In 1943 she married George L. Young of West Glover, and together they bought the farm from Mrs. Young's mother. There they raised three children and managed a dairy herd until 1969. Mrs. Young was proud of the farm's award-winning syrup (which she boiled herself), and she dedicated much of her time to promoting the maple industry in Vermont. In the 1970s she began working at Young's Green Mountain Nursery along with her husband and sons. In 1978 the family bought out the nursery's founder and moved it to Tree Corners where they ran the business for ten years. Mrs. Young had a rich social life and was active in the Irasburg and later, New Port Richey, Florida, communities. Whether she was at the Ladies Aid Society, Home Demonstration Club, the Grange, square dancing, the Barton fair, senior centers, or music jam sessions, she was always happiest when surrounded by friends. She was especially active in the Irasburg United Church, and she liked to remember how she originated the idea for the Irasburg Church Fair (now in its sixth decade). For many years, Mrs. Young made flower arrangements for the church every Sunday. Following the death of her husband in May of 2009, Mrs. Young lived with her son Danny in Westfield where she continued to garden and make new friends. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Unwaveringly devoted to her family, she leaves fondest memories of her humor, generosity, wisdom, and work ethic. She is survived by her children: Danny Young, Wayne Young, and Priscilla Christopher; four grandsons: Matthew Christopher, Aaron Young, Adam Young, Will Young, and their spouses; and three great-grandchildren: Orion Bava Young, Dante Bava Young, Eliza Lily Knowlton-Young, and Bodhi Knowlton-Young. She was predeceased by her siblings Pearl Whalen Alexander, Gerald Keith, Thelma Keith Shepherd, and Marion Kennison. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 8, at 11 a.m. at the Irasburg United Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Spring interment will be at Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Irasburg United Church, P.O. Box 177, Irasburg, Vermont 05845.

, 46, of Coventry, VT passed away suddenly on November 5, 2012 at his home. He was born on September 11, 1966 in Sharon, CT a son of Earl and Joyce (Morey) Simons. On May 1, 1999 he married Sarah Dunbar who survives him. Mr. Simons was a truck driver for Simons Logging Company. He raised registered chickens and showed them along with his registered pigeon's at various shows. He loved his constant companion dog named Harley. He enjoyed going to work, reading western novels and watching television. He especially loved his grandson and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Sarah Simons of Coventry, VT, by his parents Joyce Simons of Barton, VT, and Earl Simons and his wife Brenda of Brownington, VT, by his children: Bruce Simons of Barton, VT, Samantha Simons and her companion Allan Bartelson, Jr of Coventry, VT, and Carmen Simons and her companion Justin Maloney of Coventry, VT. He is survived by a grandson Wyatt Maloney, by his brothers: Jay Simons and his wife Julie of Bolton, VT, and Lance Simons and his wife Carolyn of Claremont, NH. He was predeceased by a brother Adam Simons in 1987. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday November 17, 2012 at the Brownington Center Church with the Pastor Dan Prue officiating.

, 54, of Newport, VT passed away on November 6, 2012 in Newport, VT. He was born on March 26, 1958 in Long Island, NY a son of Dominick and Helen (Grossman) Bartolomeo. Michael earned his GED and later graduated with a batchelor's degree in computer science from the Community College of Vermont. Michael was a member of American Legion Post 21. He enjoyed working on computers, drawing, watercolors and most of all raising his daughter Demi. He is survived by his daughter Demi Bartolomeo and her companion Greg Crease,Jr. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Gregory Crease 111 and Colin Crease, by his sisters and brothers : William Bartolomoeo of CO, Janice Corkins of NC, Joseph Bartolomeo of NC, Patty Murray of NC, Diane Scalzo of VT, Lori Catley of NC, James Bartolomeo of NY, Peter Bartolomeo of NC. He was predeceased by a sister Barbara Thibeault. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire contributions in his memory may be made to the family c/o Demi Bartolomeo, 56 Eastern Ave., Newport, VT 05855.

passed away peacefully on the 10th of November 2012 at Starr Farm Nursing Home in Burlington, Vermont. Those who knew her will miss her but after 25 years she was ready to rejoin the love of her life, Hubert Dustin Sloan. She was a loving Mother, Grand Mother and Great Grand Mother. Edith was on born on October 21st, 1921, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada to Frank Savoy and Ida Maude Maxwell Savoy. She married Hubert in 1939 at the Church of Notre Dame in Montreal. Edith is survived by her four children: Marcia Louise Sloan Quinn of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Jeffrey Hubert Sloan of Richmond, Vermont, John David Sloan and Judy Sloan MacReynolds. Though she lived the majority of her life in her beloved Island Pond Vermont she moved, with her family, to Montreal, Couteau QC and Portland Maine as the wife of a CNR Engineer. She will be remembered as a woman of strength, resilience and an amazing friend who loved a good laugh. She was a loving Mother who spent 91 years contributing her love, knowledge and generosity to all who knew her. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday November 15, 2012 at St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, Island Pond, VT. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association at 434 Hurricane Drive, Williston, Vermont, 05495

, 59, of Derby, VT passed at her home in Derby, VT surrounded by her loving family on November 11, 2012. She was born on August 24, 1953 in Troy, VT a daughter of the late Jack R. Armstrong and Beverly M. Collins. Bonnie was employed at Ethan Allan as a rip saw operator. Bonnie enjoyed going to Florida and Foxwood Casino in Connecticut with Ron, watching hummingbirds come to her feeders, and taking pictures. She absolutely loved family gatherings and being with her grandchildren. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Eagles and a past member of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her children: Shane Provencher and his wife Nikki of Troy, VT, and Terry Provencher and his wife Amanda of Derby, VT. She is also survived by her companion of 25 years Ron Griffin of Derby, VT, by her mother Beverly Collins Armstrong and her friend Raymond Lessard, by her grandchildren: Paige, Haven, Jonas, Nicholas, Meia, Jonathan, Ashleigh, Coby, Dakota, and Averie Provencher. She is also survived by her brothers: Steven Armstrong of White River Junction, VT, Terry Armstrong of White River Junction, VT, and Brent Armstrong and his wife Lynne of Virginia,and by her sister Barbara Meier and her friend Dennis Demaris of Barton, VT, and by her step mother Claudia Armstrong of Derby, VT. She is also survived by Steven Griffin and his wife Sybil of South Carolina, Randall Griffin and his wife Lorraine of Morgan, VT, Michael Griffin of Derby, VT, Tanya Gregoire and her husband Jason of Swanton, VT and grandchildren and great grandchildren and by Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her son Jonathan. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday November 16, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, with the Rev. Richard Whitehill officiating. Interment will follow in Pleasantview Cemetery in Orleans, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Oncology Department at North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.

lost his courageous battle with cancer and went home to be with the Lord on November 12, 2012. Bill was born on November 30, 1938 in Coventry, Vermont to Norman and Alice (Spencer) Lawson and attended Coventry Graded School and Orleans High School, Class of 1956. He grew up on the family farm in Coventry and then married his wife, Barbara Irene (Cutting) Lawson on April 7, 1961. They began farming on Burton Hill in Barton, then purchased the home farm on Covered Bridge Road in Irasburg in 1969 where he continued to farm until his retirement. He served many years in community service on the Irasburg School Board, the Irasburg Fire Department the FSA Board, and the Soil Conservation Board. He was a man that loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them . He also loved to snowmobile and hunt, but what he enjoyed the most was drawing diagrams of his future woodworking projects. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Barbara, his son Douglas and his wife Manon and their children: Donna, Seth, and Emily, all of Irasburg; his son Mark and wife JoAnn of Coventry and their children: Kevin, Shawn, and Danielle and her husband Kyle and his great-granddaughter Emma; and a very special niece, Elaine and her husband Oliver of Irasburg and their six children; sister Nancy Newton and her husband Edwin and his nephew Chuck and niece Amy; several other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandsons William and Jason in 1993. Calling hours will be in Newport, on Friday November 16, 2012 from 7 - 9 P.M. where funeral services will be held on Saturday November 17,2012 at 1 pm., with Pastors Glen Saaman and David Lisner officiating. Donations in his memory can be made to Hope House, 237 East Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401-3412, where he stayed before his surgery.

, 83, of Newport, VT passed away on November 13,2012 in Newport. He was born September 30, 1929 in Newport Center, VT a son of Floyd and Doris (Bowman) Tinker. On February 26,1955 he married Nancy Grow who predeceased him on July 16, 2004. Ralph was a veteran of the Korean War where he served on the front line. He was a dairy farmer in Newport Center, VT for many years where he worked for Merton Thayer and Marty Before. His hobbies included going camping with his children and grandchildren and working on his puzzle books. He held membership with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798. He is survived by his children: Debra Young and her husband Leland of Albany, VT, Sandra Benware and her husband Larry of Derby, VT,Bernie Tinker and his wife Betty of Derby, VT, Brian Tinker of Kentucky, Roger Tinker of Holland, VT, Michael Tinker of Derby Line, VT, and Diane McAllister and her husband Scott of Derby, VT, by his grandchildren: Karen, Billy, Milo, Liza , Jaime, Jonathan, Eric Meghan, Benjamin, Andrew, Aaron and Amanda, Kyle, Heather, Daniele, Marie, Amy, by 32 great grandchildren: by his brother, Bruce Tinker of Barton, VT, by his sister-in-law Betty Limlaw of Derby, VT, by his nieces and nephews: He is also survived by very dear friends from Maine: Betty and Garry Spencer, Blanche Ranger and Lori and Marty Before. He was predeceased by a brother Dale Tinker and a his granddaughter Tanya Lynn Tinker. Friends may call from 6-9 P.M. on Wednesday November 14, 2012 at the funeral home in Newport where funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday November 15, 2012 with the Rev. Frank Beaty officiating. Interment will follow in Newport Center Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 63, of Derby Line, VT passed away suddenly on November 14, 2012 in Newport, VT. He was born April 20, 1949 in Newport, VT a son of George and Pauline (Sicard) Geoffrey. He married Lucy Laframboise who survives him. He graduated from North Country Union High School in the class of 1968. Andre was a conductor for the Canadian Pacific Railroad where he retired in 1998 after 20 years of service. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed camping and going to their summer camp in Island Pond, VT, where enjoyed maintaining the property and clearing trees. He was a President of the Border Line Ridge Riders and he was instrumental in establishing trail systems for the group. He and Lucy enjoyed traveling and visiting many different areas of the country. Andre dedicated much of his time to music. He was always looking for new songs to learn and play for his family and friends as well as for weddings. Andre was a member of the band "Three Easy Pieces" along with Butch and Neil. He also played for Derby Line Days and other functions including playing for the residents of many area nursing homes on a regular basis. He enjoyed jam sessions, playing as a solo guitarist, and with a Karoke machine. He also enjoyed cribbage tournaments. He is survived by his wife Lucy Laframboise of Derby Line, VT, by his son Chris Geoffrey of North Adams, MA, by his brothers and sisters and their families : Florence and Jack Coogan of Schenectady, NY, Jeannine and Gene Besaw of Derby, VT, Leo and Evelyn Geoffrey of Derby, VT, Claire and George Lavoie of Derby, VT, Raymond and Shirleen Geoffrey of Newport Center, VT, and Marcel and Darlene Geoffrey of Newport, VT. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-laws: Diane Murray of Coventry, RI, Lorraine Shepard of Hope Valley, RI, Robert and Donna Laframboise of Santa Anna, CA, Guy and Lisa Laframboise of Santa Anna,CA, Joanne and Peter Moran of Lewiston, NY, and Newport, VT. Friends may call from 6-9 P.M. on Monday November 19, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday November 20, 2012 at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Derby Line where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Area Agency of Aging, 59 Waterfront Plaza, Unit 14, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Oncology Department at North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.

, 75, of Barton, VT passed away after an illness, at Maple Lane Nursing home in Barton, VT on November 15, 2012, his loving wife and daughter at his side. He was born March 15, 1937 in London, England, a son of Thomas and Dorothy (West) Bradley, where he lived until 1947. On April 6, 1985 he married Tanya Washer Lamphere, who survives him. David graduated in 1954 from Phillips-Andover Academy, in Andover, MA. In 1958, he graduated from Brown University, with a degree in Classics. During his senior year, he was the editor of the Brown Daily Herald. He later continued his education, earning an MBA from Plymouth State University in 1981. During summer vacations from Brown, David worked at Coca-Cola. After graduation, he taught Latin and coached soccer at St. Mark's School in Southborough, MA. He later became professor of Business Administration and Accounting at Lyndon State College, retiring in 2007. The graduating class of 1989 elected him to receive the second annual senior class award to faculty. He also served as a member of the Barton Zoning Board, Planning Commission and Financial Committee during the 90s. David was an avid reader. He also loved golf, and was a member of the Barton Country Club. In the late 70s he owned Ashuelot Ridge Golf Course in Sullivan, NH. David is survived by his wife Tanya Bradley of Barton, VT, by his children: David Bradley of Rocky Mount, NC, Mark Bradley and his wife Maureen McBride of Wake Forest, NC, Thomas Bradley and his wife Bailey of Winooski, VT, and Tara Bradley of Burlington, VT, by his grandchildren: Rebecca Bradley, Michelle Alexander, and Derek Bradley, and by his brother: John A.K. Bradley of New York City. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton, VT. Funeral services will be held at the Barton United Church on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Christine Finlay officiating. Interment will follow in Irasburg Cemetery. Immediately following the burial, a luncheon will held at he Barton United Church. Should friends desire, contribution in his memory may be made in his memory to the Faculty/Staff Scholarship Fund at Lyndon State College, 1001 College Road, Lyndonville VT 05851 or the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 4473 Barton Orleans Road, Orleans, VT 05860.

, 61, of Glover, VT passed away on November 15, 2012 in Glover, VT. He was born on December 12, 1950 in Troy, VT a son of Cecil and Irene Gibney. Joseph married Mary Pillsbury who predeceased him. He survived by his children: Shelly Lavigne of Manchester, NH, Joseph Gibney, Jr of Manchester, NH, Scott Gibney, Brian Gibney, Jason Gibney and by his step daughter Tracy Raymond. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

died peacefully at her home in Westfield on November 15, 2012. Ruth was born to Neoma Bean Whalen and Joseph Whalen on February 19, 1926 at the family farm in Irasburg. In 1943 she married George L. Young of West Glover and together they bought the farm from Ruth's mother. There they raised three children and managed a dairy herd until 1969. Ruth was proud of the farm's award-winning syrup (which she boiled herself) and she dedicated much of her time to promoting the maple industry in Vermont. In the 1970s Ruth began working at Young's Green Mountain Nursery along with her husband and sons. In 1978 the family bought out the nursery's founder and moved it to Tree Corners where they ran the business for ten years. Ruth had a rich social life and was active in the Irasburg and later, New Port Richey, Florida communities. Whether she was at the Ladies Aid Society, Home Demonstration Club, the Grange, square dancing, the Barton Fair, Senior Centers, or music jam sessions, Ruth was always happiest when surrounded by friends. She was especially active in the Irasburg United Church, and she liked to remember how she originated the idea for the Irasburg Church Fair (now in its 6thdecade). For many years Ruth made flower arrangements for the church every Sunday. Following the death of her husband in May of 2009 Ruth lived with her son Danny in Westfield where she continued to garden and make new friends. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Unwaveringly devoted to her family, she leaves us with the fondest memories of her humor, generosity, wisdom, and work ethic. She is survived by her children, Danny Young, Wayne Young and Priscilla Christopher; four grandsons, Matthew Christopher, Aaron Young, Adam Young, Will Young and their spouses; and three great grandchildren: Orion Bava Young, Dante Bava Young, Eliza Lily Knowlton-Young, and Bodhi Knowlton-Young. She is predeceased by her siblings Pearl Whalen Alexander, Gerald Keith, Thelma Keith Shepherd, and Marion Kennison. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11 AM at Irasburg United Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 until the time of service. Spring Interment will be at Westlook Cemetery in Glover. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Irasburg United Church, PO Box 177, Irasburg, VT 05875.

, 71, of Coventry passed away November 19, 2012 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born June 29, 1941 in Newport, VT, the daughter of Leo and Elsie (Sanville) Cheney, Jr. On January 14, 1961 she married Richard (Skip) Bernier who survives her. She graduated from Newport Center High School. Helen was manager of the Vermont Department of Employment and Training in Newport where she retired after 30 years of service. During this time she was also a military veterans representative for the State of Vermont. Among her hobbies, she was an avid reader, and she also enjoyed gardening. She loved her dogs: Casey and Boss. She is survived by her husband of 51 years Richard Bernier of Coventry, VT, by her daughters: Tina de la Bruere and her husband Raymond of Troy, VT, and by Stacie L. Baker and her friend Eric Desranleau of Essex, VT, by her grandsons: Timothy de la Bruere and his spouse Thomas, Brent de la Breure, Jeret Baker and his wife Kate, and by her granddaughters: Katie Baker and Emily Baker. She is also survived by her great grandson Connor. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 97, passed away on November 20, 2012, at the Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton, VT. He was born November 19, 1915 in Irasburg, VT a son of the late Ivan and Jennie (Wells) Ingalls. A lifelong resident of Irasburg, Roy owned and operated the family dairy farm until 1984. Roy was very active in the community. He served as selectman for the Town of Irasburg for 47 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 62 in Irasburg and a charter member of V.A.S.T. Roy enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and playing poker. He was known for his common sense, his level-headedness and his Yankee frugality. Roy leaves his nieces and nephews: Peter and his wife Rita Martin of Sheffield, VT, Marianne and her husband Mo Hall of Richford, VT, Paul Martin and his fiancee Christine of Richford, VT, Ilene Elliott of Canaan, VT, Linda Wignet of White River, VT, Ellen and her husband Skip Swayse of White River, VT, and his favorite cousin, who was like a daughter to him, Rachel Todd and her husband Dean of Irasburg, VT. Roy was predeceased by his beloved companion, Wilma Sargeant; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Ada Ingalls Martin and her husband Reuben, Lois Ingalls Winget and her husband Earl, Avis Ingalls Clark Hinton and her husband Ivers Clark, and Elvin (Jim) Hinton, a niece: Diane Mattoon and nephews: Ivers Clark, Jr, Ward Clark, Lance Clark, and Bob Elliott. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday November 24, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday November 24, 2012 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Interment in Irasburg Cemetery at a later date. A Masonic service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday November 24, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to V.A.S.T. in care of 26 Vast Lane, Berlin, VT, 05602.

, 66, of Craftsbury, VT, died at his home on November 21, 2012. He was born August 25,1946 in Stowe, VT to Robert and Annie (Martin) Wright both predeceased. He is survived by his son Jasper (Jay) Wright his wife Sandy Stoddard and their two children Iva and Jesse of Craftsbury. His son Charley Wright of Craftsbury. His son Brian Wright of N.C. His Sister Linda (Wright) Prescott husband Bruce and their children Shawn Wright his wife Fay and children and Angel Prescott all of Craftsbury. His brother Gary Wright and his wife Robin Wright of Eden Vt. His predeceased sister Sandra Tallman of Alaska. He leaves loved nieces, nephews cousins and many friends . He was a farmer for many years and will be missed by many. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday November 30, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch & Davis Funeral Home, 1321 North Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury Common, VT. A Graveside service will be held 11:00 A.M. on Saturday December 1, 2012 at the Branch Cemetery in Craftsbury, VT with Pastor Roland Green officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to 140 Scotts Lane , Craftsbury, VT 05826 C/O Jasper Wright.

, 75, of Glen Road, Newport, VT passed away November 26, 2012 with his loving family at his side. He was born November 10, 1937 in Montgomery, VT a son of Arthur and Persis (Pelkey) Tourangeau. On November 20, 1956 he married Ruth Woodcock who survives him. Frederick served in the U.S. Army. During his lifetime he was a machinist at Tivoly in Derby Line, VT. Among his hobbies he enjoyed hunting. He is survived by his wife Ruth Tourangeau of Newport, VT, by his children: Brent Tourangeau of Richardson, Texas, Leona Smith and her husband Royal of Lebanon, Maine, and Michael Tourangeau of Nashua, NH. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jacob, Tonya, Trevor, Nicholette, Katherine and Juliette, by his great grandchildren Connor, Cullen, Layla, and Emily, and by his brother: James Tourangeau of Craftsbury,VT, by his sisters: Joyce Billado and her husband Carlton of Craftsbury, VT, and Myrtle Lacroix and her husband Tony of Brunswick, Maine and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Donald Billow, a sister Barbara Mason, and by a granddaughter Elizabeth Tourangeau. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex VNA & Hospice, Inc. 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 68, of Newport Center, VT passed away on November 27, 2012 at his home with his family at his side. He was born December 27, 1943 in East Orange, New Jersey a son of Percy and Mildred (English). On June 15, 1968 he married Marlene Willis who survives him. Joseph was a veteran of the Vietnam War. During his lifetime he was a machinist at Tivoly in Derby Line, VT. Joseph enjoyed working in his vegetable and flower garden and he loved to decorate his home at Christmas time using thousands of lights and scenes. He also loved having the grandchildren come to his home for a visit and attending family reunions that were held each year. Joe was a wonderful husband and father. His family always came first. He is survived by his wife Marlene Bullis of Newport Center, VT, by his children: Roy Bullis and his wife Rhonda of Newport, VT, Karen Bullis of Derby Line, VT, and Roxanne Couture and her husband Christopher of Newport, VT, by his grandchildren: Leanne Bullis, Samantha Bullis, Kyle Forcier, Blake Leighton, Justin Forcier, Lindsey Couture, Christopher Couture, by his great grandchildren: Rylee Jones, and Hannah Forcier, by his brothers and sisters: Jack Bullis and his wife Beverly of Derby Line, VT, James Bullis of PA, Daniel Bullis and his wife Sharon of Newport, VT, Dianne Bullis of Newport, VT, Judith Bullis of Proctor, VT, Mary Lou George and her husband Wendall of Derby, VT, and Paula Marie Brochu and her husband Steve of Derby Line, VT and by several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a son Christopher Joseph Bullis, and by three brothers Francis, William and James Bullis. Friends may call 5-7 P.M. on Friday November 30, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday December 6, 2012 at the Advent Christian Church in Newport Center, VT with the Rev. Chris Barton officiating, followed by interment at the Veterans Cemetery in Randolph, VT at 2:00 P.M. At Joe's request casual attire only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the NECKA food shelf, P.O. Box 724, Newport, VT, 05855 or to the Orleans Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 67, of Glover, VT, passed away on November 27, 2012 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 22, 1945 in Craftsbury, VT a daughter of Eddy and Fabiola (Bachon) Coderre. In 1971 she married Chester Geraw who survives her. Mrs. Geraw loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Chester Geraw of Glover, VT, by her sons: Raymond Geraw and his wife Lea of Glover, VT, and Eddy Geraw of Glover, VT, by her grandchildren: Vikki and Destiny Geraw both of Glover, VT, by her brother Donald Coderre of Lowell, VT, by her sisters: Gisele Damen and her husband Bob of Morgan, VT, Estelle Wheeler and her husband Alfred of Newport Center, VT, and Cecile Arel-Smith of Newport, VT, and by her sister-in-law Alice Coderre of Irasburg, VT. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son Freddy Geraw in 2005 and by a grandson Michael Geraw in 2005 and by her brothers: Lucien, Marcel, Eugene and Raymond She was also predeceased by her sisters: Rita and Jeannette, by her brother-in-laws: Albert, Wallace, and Charlie and by her sister-in-laws Eva, Rosalie, Jeannette and Tammy. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Thursday November 29, 2012 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton, VT where funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday November 30, 2012 with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Spring interment in Westlook Cemetery in Glover, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.