, 92, a summer resident of Barton and a winter resident of Georgetown, Massachusetts, died peacefully on September 18, 2012, in Newport. Mr. Adams was born on October 4, 1919, in Webster, Massachusetts, the only child of James Adams and Lillian Townsend Adams. He grew up in nearby Uxbridge, graduated from Uxbridge High School, and later attended Worcester Trade School. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Coastal Patrol, stationed in Ellsworth, Maine, and later was a corporal and sharpshooter in the infantry of the 3rd Division, 7th Army under General George Patton. He saw action in French Morocco, Italy, France, Austria and Germany, and was proud to have served on several missions with Audie Murphy, the most decorated soldier of that war. Mr. Adams married Miriam Doane Stranger in 1948 and became stepfather to her two adult children, Marilyn Stranger and Walter Verne Stranger. He and his wife moved from Ellsworth to Georgetown in 1950, and he began his career as a machinist at United Shoe Machinery in Beverly. In 1954 they bought a summer cottage in a remote area of northern Maine where the hunting and fishing was excellent. They replaced that cottage in 1977 with another at Crystal Lake in Barton where, following Mr. Adam's retirement in 1982, they lived each year from May through October. For most of his life, Mr. Adams was an avid fisherman and he was a longtime member of the Georgetown Fish and Game Association. He also enjoyed playing, coaching, and watching baseball. Mr. Adams always tried to be a good neighbor and friend and was fortunate to be surrounded by both. In recent years in Barton, he especially enjoyed the camaraderie and card games at the Barton Senior Center. In Georgetown, he looked forward every day to coffee, a muffin, and laughter with his many friends at Theo's Restaurant. Mr. Adams is survived by his four grandchildren: Dale Manos of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Valerie Manos Lounsbury and her husband, Bill Collins, of Lost River, West Virginia, Pamela Stranger Longo and her husband, Bob, of Longs, South Carolina, and Dana Stranger and his wife, Pat, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania; by his nine great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. He will be missed by his "adopted family" in Barton: Jack and Dorothy Ruggles, Lyndsay Ruggles Sykes and her husband, Barry, and their daughter Avery, and goddaughter Laura Ruggles Nye and her husband, Andrew. Mr. Adams was predeceased by his beloved wife, Miriam, in 1990, his stepdaughter, Marilyn, in 2003, and his stepson, Walter, in 2011. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 4, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 12 Elm Street in Barton. Friends may visit at the funeral home on October 4 from 2 p.m. until the hour of the service. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Adams' memory may be made to the Barton Senior Center, 17 Village Square, Barton, Vermont 05822.

, 92, of Newport died in Barton on Thursday, September 20, 2012. Mr. Lehoux was born on January 23, 1920, in Thetford Mines, Quebec, a son of Leonidas and Maria (Jolen) Lehoux. In 1959 he moved to North Troy, where he owned and operated a dairy farm. He married Irene Desroches on August 31, 1952. Mr. Lehoux also worked as a carpenter for many years for several contractors. In 1975 he went to work for Newport Furniture Parts and retired after 12 years. He also served in the Canadian Army from 1941 to 1945. Mr. Lehoux was a very active member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church and for several years helped as an usher and server of the alter. He was past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Gibbons Council #2285 of Newport. He is survived by his daughters: Ginette Perry and her husband, Roland, of Lyndonville and Claire O'Rourke and her husband, Michael, of Marion, Ohio; by the following grandchildren: Jennifer Langer and her husband, David, of Portland, Oregon, Christopher Perry of Portland and Kevin Perry of Stowe; by his great-granddaughter Aysha Langer of Portland; and by his brothers: Raymond, Edouard, Marcel, and Lucius; and by his sisters: Noella Desmaris and Eveline Therrien, all of Quebec. He was predeceased by his wife on January 9, 2012, and by his brothers Alfred and Daniel and his sisters Cecile Lehoux, Eloise Delisle, and Denise Denoyner. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 29, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport, where a Mass will be celebrated. Interment will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery in North Troy. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Priest Benefit Fund, Charitable Fund, Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington, in care of Katlyn Miller, P.O.Box 2226, South Burlington, Vermont 05403.

, 29, of Derby, died suddenly on September 18, 2012, in Burlington. He was born July 8, 1983, in St. Johnsbury, a beloved son of Bruce and Lynda (Frost) Leonard. He graduated from North Country Union High School in the class of 2003. He entered the U.S. Army where he was deployed twice to Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2011 he married Melissa Whittemore, who survives him. As a young man, Mr. Leonard learned the rewards of giving of himself. He volunteered for several years to the American Legion Christmas for the Lonely Program by helping in the kitchen. He was a member of the Boy Scouts, Newport Ambulance Explorer Post, the American Red Cross Disaster Team, and the Newport Church of the Nazarene youth group. Mr. Leonard enjoyed fund-raising for these groups. It was this drive and energy that empowered him to pursue his ultimate goal of deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. In his free time, Mr. Leonard enjoyed spending time with his family and his children. He enjoyed the outdoors, loved hunting and hoped, one day, to shoot a ten-point buck. He had fun fishing with his kids. He loved his kids and he loved his truck. Mr. Leonard loved all of his brothers-in-arms, whether they were ones he served with or ones he met in passing. He loved helping his friends even if they didn't ask for help. He enjoyed being himself around his friends. Mr. Leonard learned his passion for cooking from one of his best friends. He was always willing to offer his opinion, was strong willed, and willing to fight for what he wanted. He enjoyed bonfires and having small get-togethers with his friends and family. He often watched the stars at night wondering what was out there. He was greatly loved by almost everyone who knew him. Mr. Leonard hated showing his sensitive side and he was always putting on the "I'm tough" attitude, but everyone who knew him, knew who he really was. He wouldn't want a teardrop shed, but instead would want the good times people had with him remembered, whether it be from childhood mischief to his adult life. We all will remember and love him. Mr. Leonard is survived by his wife, Melissa Leonard, of Derby; by his children: Ryan J. Leonard, Natasha Leonard, Katie Whittemore-Leonard, Jonathan Whittemore, and Jacob Whittemore; by his parents, Bruce and Lynda Leonard of St. Johnsbury; by his ex-wife, Jennifer Birch-Leonard, and her son, Devon Birch, both of Newport; by his sisters: Amy Frost of North Troy, Melissa Ann Leonard and Samantha Leonard all of St. Johnsbury; by his many aunts, uncles, and grandparents from both sides of the family; by his brother and sister-in-laws; and by his best friend, Josh LaClair, and his mother, Edna LaClair-Petit. He was predeceased, in 1986, by his brother, Hunter. Funeral services for Mr. Leonard were held on September 24 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend James Gamble officiating. Mr. Leonard was interred at the Derby Center Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends wish, contributions in his memory may be made to Family Readiness Group, in care of SFC Urie, 540 Union Street, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 87, of Island Pond died on September 18, 2012, in Newport. Mrs. Letrick was born August 21, 1925, in Island Pond, a daughter of Michael Joseph Carbonneau and Zelma Marie (Hurley) Carbonneau. She was predeceased by her husband, John George Letrick. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. In her early years she was a gifted athlete and loved the out of doors, actually swimming the length of Island Pond. She graduated from Brighton High School and was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Mrs. Letrick lived in Drayton Plains, Michigan, for 27 years then moved back to her native Island Pond after raising her children. She loved playing cards, playing Bingo, and watching her favorite game shows. She took great pride in Island Pond and enjoyed helping her friends decorate the town for the holidays. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. A heartfelt thank you to all those who cared for Mrs. Letrick in her last years, especially her devoted sister, Patricia Carbonneau. She had a most giving and loving heart and will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her children: Patricia Pelletier-Jones and her husband, James, and William Pelletier and his wife, Beverly; by her grandchildren: Janet, David, Aimee, Adriana, and Breea; and by her great grandchildren: Zane, Ansel, and soon-to-be-born Nova; by her sister Patricia Carbonneau; by her brother, John Carbonneau, and his wife, Elaine; and by her former daughter-in-law, Patricia-Lichvar-Pelletier. Mrs. Letrick will be cremated and a remembrance gathering will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 72, of Brownington died on September 19, 2012, at his home. He was born November 9, 1939, in Wilder, a son of Arthur and Beatrice (Wheeler) Picken. On April 9, 1960, he married Shirley Vance, who survives him. Mr. Picken was employed as a truck driver for Mowers News in White River Junction, where he retired in 2002. Among his hobbies he enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and attending family gatherings. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Picken, of Brownington; his children: Alan Picken of South Royalton, Steven Picken and his wife, Cathy, of Sharon, and Elizabeth Picken of Brownington; by his grandchildren: Michael Perkins, Robert Perkins, Jessica Picken, Alan Picken Jr., Andrew Picken, Steven Picken Jr., Megan Mae Picken, Mary Elizabeth Rhodes, and Jonah Rhodes; by his five great-granddaughters; by his brothers and sisters: Norman Picken and his wife, Linda, of White River Junction, William Picken and his wife, Noreen, of Texas, Norma McClelland of White River Junction, and Saundra Koloski and her husband, Henry, of Quechee; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Thelma Johnson. A gathering will be held at the Happy Hour Restaurant in Wells River on Sunday, September 30, from 1 to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 73, of Montgomery Center died on September 21, 2012, at his home. Mr. Quintin was born September 5, 1939, in Houlton, Maine, a son of Romeo and Hilda (Norway) Quintin. He graduated from Sacred Heart High School, class of 1957, and attended Norwich University. He was honorably discharged as a reserve commissioned officer of the Army. He was owner and operator of Granny Grunts, and the Grampa Grunts Lodge, Granny's Too Restaurant, and the Thirsty Boot Bar and was a pillar of the community in Montgomery Center for 40 years. Mr. Quintin was a member of the Jay Peak American Legion Post #28, and was the first paid ski patroller at Jay Peak. He loved the action of playing cards, especially bridge, Texas hold 'em, and craps. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his children: Jay Quintin and his girlfriend, Wara Cerretti, of Lake Tahoe, California, Brad Quintin and his wife, Greta, of Montgomery Center, Karie Quintin and her boyfriend, Travis Startwell, of Montgomery Center; by his grandchildren: Brody, Kayden, and Mason Quintin; by his sister Carol Ann Temple and her companion, Wayne Blake, of Newport Center; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Pauline Dubois. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 27, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Friends may call at the funeral home on September 27 from noon until the hour of the funeral. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Jay Peak American Legion Post #28, 254 Dominion Avenue, North Troy, Vermont 05859.

, 84, of Irasburg died suddenly on September 18, 2012, at his home in Irasburg. He was born April 14, 1928 in Barton at the home of his parents, Clement and Melina (Poire) Royer. On April 11, 1953, he married Jeannette C. Bernard, who survives him. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a self-employed logger and worked at the Ethan Allen furniture plant in Orleans. He was a member of the American Legion Post #23 in Orleans and the VFW Post #798 in Newport, and DAV Post #22. He was also a member of the Orleans Rod and Gun Club. He was a parishioner of the Most Holy Trinity Parish in Irasburg. Mr. Royer's hobbies included hunting, and fishing, and listening to his favorite baseball team, the Boston Red Sox. He also coached Little League baseball and the Irasburg Ranger softball team. He is survived by his wife, Jeannette C. (Bernard) Royer; by his sons: Stephen A. Royer and his wife, Diane, of Irasburg, Michael J. Royer and his fiance, Lisa Dubois, of Derby, Paul C. Royer and his wife, Lori, of Newport, Rene J. Royer and his wife, Kimberly, of Irasburg, Randy J. Royer and Sue Mitchell of Irasburg, Anthony (Tony) Royer of Barre, and Christopher Royer and his wife, Betsy, of Coventry; by his daughters: Angela (Royer) Allard and her husband, Larry, of Irasburg, and Catherine M. Royer of Irasburg; by his grandchildren: Steve, Monique, Tanya, Tasha, Tricia, Michael, Travis, Trevor, Kiana, Andrea, Lisa, Rene, Brandon, Tyler, Jenna, Jaime, Andrew, Meagan, Alicia, Randi, and Devin; by his great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Dominic, Dylin, Ariel, Michael, Rayven, Keagan, Ashlynn, Talea, Natalie, and Braelynn; by his brothers: Ernest Royer and his wife, Virginia, Raymond Royer and his wife, Lucille, and Andrew Royer and his wife, Annette; by his sister-in-laws: Priscilla Royer, Norine Royer and Irene Bond; by many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and by his beloved cat Lily. He was predeceased by his brothers: Hector, Victor, Clairmont, Burton, Phillip Sr, by two sisters: Emma and Gertrude; and by his brother-in-law Richard Bond. Funeral services were held on September 21 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans with the Reverend Yvon Royer celebrating a Mass. Interment followed in St. Theresa's Cemetery in Orleans with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul's School, 85 St. Paul Lane, Barton, Vermont 05822, to the Orleans Rod and Gun Club, P.O. Box 203, Orleans, Vermont 05860, to the American Legion Post #23, P.O. Box 72, Orleans, Vermont 05860, or to Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

died peacefully on September 22, 2012, in Newport. She was born January 26, 1932, to Florence and Edward Darby in Woodsville, New Hampshire. She was full of life and love from an early age. In high school she was a cheerleader, basketball player, editor of the school newspaper, the lead in the school musical her senior year, and earned the alumni award for leadership. After graduation, she was trained as a Western Union clerk and worked in Washington, D.C., at the Pentagon. She later graduated from Lyndon State College with a bachelor of arts in music education, and so began her lifelong passion for the arts. She married Henry Roland Wiggett and they had five children together. She was predeceased by Henry and two of her children: Tracy and Michael. She is survived by her three remaining children: Danny, Susan, and Neil; and by 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Some of her favorite pastimes were singing, playing the piano, dancing, reading, watching musicals, and painting. She devoted many faithful years of service to her church through various callings including pianist, Sunday school teacher, and stake missionary. She was a bright light and a beautiful spirit and she will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 29, at 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Derby. A private family burial will be held immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Stawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 70, of Craftsbury died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at Fletcher-Allen Medical Center in Burlington. Son of the late Harlan and Roberta (Houston) Adams, he was educated in Stowe and graduated from Essex High School in 1959. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and returned to Vermont, where he married Sandra Butler in 1968. They made their home in Essex until 1982, when they moved to the camp on Eden Mountain while building their home on Denton Hill Road in Craftsbury, where they have since resided. He was employed by IBM in Essex for 25 years prior to his retirement in 1990. He was an electrician as a second occupation as well as a builder of homes with his family prior to and after his retirement. He enjoyed his camp in Eden, especially as deer camp, and playing horseshoes with family and friends. He also enjoyed sugaring with family and all family gatherings. Mr. Adams was instrumental in establishing the Little League and softball teams in Essex, and the community afterschool sports program. When he moved to Craftsbury he again was active with the sports program, coaching basketball and baseball teams. He also served on the Craftsbury school board. He leaves his wife Sandy of Craftsbury; a daughter, Lisa, and her husband, Gary Tatro, of St. Albans; two sons: Raymond Jr. and his wife, Chole, and Karl and his wife, Valerie, all of Craftsbury; three brothers: Robert Adams and his wife, Debbie, of Morrisville, Harlan "Dick" Adams of Johnson, and James Adams of Nashua, New Hampshire; seven grandchildren: Stephanie and Justin Banfield, Tyler Tatro, Tomas and Ana Rodriguez, Teresa Adams, and Kyle Adams; one great-granddaughter, Amelia Rodriguez; two brothers-in-law: James Butler of Adams, Massachusetts, and Keith Butler of North Adams, Massachusetts; as well by nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents. A time of remembrance was held at the Adams Camp on Eden Mountain Road in Eden on September 16. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Craftsbury Schools Gym Project, P.O. Box 73, Craftsbury Common, Vermont 05827.

, 82, of Glover died on Monday, September 10, 2012, at home. He was born on January 22, 1930, in North Troy. He was the son of Russel Alfred Benway and Hazel Watson Benway. He worked on construction for many years and was the road commissioner for the town of Glover for over 20 years. He loved his horses and his faithful dog, Emma. He is survived by his daughters: Valerie and her husband, Lawrence Gaboriault, of Sheffield, Trudy and her husband, Kenny Blackburn, of Glover and Wanda Webster of Glover; and by two granddaughters: Jennifer and her husband, Jeremy LeBlanc, of North Troy, and Andrea Webster of Glover. He also leaves a special neighbor who was like a daughter to him, Mary Christiansen, and her husband, Johan, and their son, Wyatt. He was predeceased by his two sons: Alfred and Owen; his brothers: Bob and Wayne; and by his sisters: Mertha Simpson, Dora Prue and Betty King. There will be a celebration of his life on Saturday, September 22, at 1 p.m. at his home on Dexter Mountain in Glover with a potluck lunch to follow. Should friends desire, donations may be made to the Glover Ambulance Squad.

, 84, died on March 31, 2012, in Mesa, Arizona, in his sleep at home. He formerly lived in Derby and had a long career working on the Canadian Pacific Railroad. He was born on July 29, 1928, in Lowell, Massachusetts, and started his family in Berlin, New Hampshire, before moving to Derby. He spent his golden years traveling around the country, eventually landing in Arizona. He loved the desert. He developed his skills as a craftsman and put together an impressive woodworking shop, producing work that is treasured by many. He was a loving and giving father and man, always ready to lend a hand. He will be missed and remembered forever. He is survived by his wife Mary Gertrude (Landers) Carr, originally from Gorham, now of Mesa, Arizona; and by five of his children: Sandra Domina of Ellington, Connecticut, Richard Patrick Carr of Ottsville, Pennsylvania, Michael George Carr of Bellingham, Washington, Deborah Anne Benning of Lyndonville, and Laurie Anne Carr of Albany. He was predeceased by his eldest son, William "Bill" Carr, of Derby; and by his only brother, Donald Carr, of Noblesville, Indiana. His children will host a memorial celebration of his life on Saturday, September 22, beginning at 10:49 a.m., at "Railroad Camp" in Brunswick. Parking will be in the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge visitor center parking lot in Bloomfield (formerly the Bear Mountain), with just a short walk to the camp. Any and all are invited to attend.

, 83, of Newport died on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, in Newport. She was born on August 23, 1929, in Mansonville, Quebec, a daughter of Albert and Iris (Bailey) Brouillette. She married Kenneth Duckless on October 26, 1959, and lived in North Troy, Newport Center, and Newport for the past 52 years. Mr. Duckless predeceased Mrs. Duckless on August 8, 2001. She was well known in the community as a long time employee of the A&P and Grand Union, until her retirement in 1994. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella and the American Legion Auxiliary, and spent countless hours over the past 40 years volunteering with Mr. Duckless at various functions and parties at the Newport Elks Club. They enjoyed travel throughout New England, including many vacations to the Maine coast and annual trips to the Big "E" Exposition in Springfield, Massachusetts. She is survived by her children: Edward Duckless and his wife, Ann, of Derry, New Hampshire, and Dottie Provencher and her husband, Mike, of Irasburg; her grandchildren: Amber Provencher, Gregory Provencher and his fiancee, Ashley Fenoff, and Michelle Provencher; her great-grandchildren: Hazen and Alexis; and by her three sisters: Jean Robidas of Sherbrook, Quebec, Helen St. Hilare and her husband, Roger, of St. Michel, Quebec, and Barbara Brouillette of Mansonville, Quebec. She was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Johnson. Calling hours were held on September 16 in Newport. Interment followed at the Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bel-Aire Activity Fund, Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 87, of Orleans died on Monday, September 10, 2012, following a short illness. He was born on February 23, 1925, in Hanover, New Hampshire, to Edwin and Orene Dudley and was a lifelong resident of Orleans. Upon graduation from Orleans High School in 1943, he entered the U.S. Army and served in Germany. He married his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth "Libby" Pike, in September of 1946. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 1950 and returned to Orleans to work with his mother and brother in the family business, The Converse Company, until his retirement in 1987 when his son, Brad, took over. He was the financial secretary of the Orleans Federated Church, a Vermont Freemason, a 22-year volunteer at North Country Hospital, treasurer of the Orleans Country Club, a justice of the peace, and town auditor. He loved all sports and especially enjoyed the game of golf and the friendships and camaraderie that it provided. He was the Orleans Country Club champion several times and was regularly scoring below his age as recently as three weeks ago! Mr. Dudley and his wife traveled extensively, visiting friends and family in many locales. They enjoyed playing cribbage with friends, dancing to big band music, reading, attending plays, and being of service wherever and whenever needed. Mr. Dudley was especially fond of his four children, eight grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren, all of whom affectionately called him "Papa." He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Papa transcended generations and touched many with his kindness, humility and generosity; we will miss him. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Pike Dudley of Orleans; their daughters: Pam Downer and her husband, Jay, of Newport, and Jennifer "Lynn" Brennan and her husband, Terry, of Orchard Park, New York; his son Brad Dudley and Cori of Irasburg; his daughter-in-law Terry Dudley of Orleans; and by his dear family friend Daniel Belanger of Stanstead, Quebec. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Kirstie Bean, Greg Downer, Tricia Doran, Wendy Leithead, Jonathon Dudley, Travis Dudley, Zach Leach and Beth Hibshman; as well as by his 15 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his beloved son Charles Dudley of Orleans. Funeral services were held on September 13 in Orleans. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans Federated Church, care of of Rita Nye, P.O. Box 427, Barton, Vermont 05822.

, 93, of Derby died on Saturday, September 15, 2012, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 1, 1918, in Stanstead, Quebec, a son of Euclide and Priscilla (Piquette) Guillette. On August 4, 1947, he married Julia Murphy, who survives him. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. During his lifetime, he was employed by the former Pete Logan's Service Station for 27 years and then for his son Gary at Guillette's Service Station in Newport. He held membership with the American Legion Post #21 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #798, both of Newport. His hobbies included playing horseshoes, snowmobiling, and watching the Detroit Red Wings on television. He is survived by his wife Julia Guillette of Derby; his children: Peter Guillette and his wife, Jacqueline, of Claremont, New Hampshire, Gary Guillette and his wife, Evelyn, of Coventry, and Ann Gosselin and her husband, Rick, of Newport Center; the following grandchildren: Matthew Gosselin and his wife, Amy, of Irasburg, Katherine Palardy and her husband, Jared, of Essex Junction, Maurice Guillette and his wife, Lisa, of Westfield, Anne-Marie Gray and her husband, Jason, of Westfield, Christina Guillette and her partner, Kendall, of Seattle, Washington, Carmen Arcudi and her husband, Joey, of Merrimack, New Hampshire, Suzanne Blish and her husband, Bill, of Grantham, New Hampshire, Peter Guillette II of Norwich, and Jon Chartrand and his wife, Paula, of Seattle; 12 great-grandchildren; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by four brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Newport, where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will follow in St. Edward's Cemetery in Derby Line, with full military honors.

, 53, of Milton died unexpectedly on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at his home. He was born on May 6, 1959, in Montreal, Ouebec, the son of the late Glen and Gwenn (Farrow) Jaques. On August 2, 1986, he married Suzanne Meunier in Newport. Mr. Jaques was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He served in communications aboard the USS Camden. After his duty onboard the USS Camden, he served with the Navy reserve for 22 years. While in the reserves, he served on the committee that brought the Lone Sailor to the Burlington waterfront at the Naval Reserve Center, an accomplishment of which he was very proud. For 17 years, he was a student counselor at Vermont Job Corps in Vergennes. He was most recently employed with the Vermont Department of Corrections as a youth corrections specialist. He had a strong passion for helping out youth in Chittenden County. A member of St. Ann Church in Milton, he belonged to the Knights of Columbus Council 10417 in Milton, having served as former grand knight. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends as he was a very devoted husband, father, son, and brother. He is survived by his wife Suzanne of Milton; their children: Kitina Squadrito and her husband, Mark, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and David Jaques II and his girlfriend, Bobbi Jo Benson, of Milton; his sister Janet Cartee and her husband, Richard, of Newport; his mother-in-law Jeannine Meunier and her friend, Conrad Roy, of West Palm Beach, Florida; his sisters-in-law: Rachel Turgeon and her husband, Dennis, of Balston Spa, New York, Suzette Pearson and her husband, Martin, of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Laura Laramee and her husband, Maurice, of Jay; his brother-in-law Michael Meunier and his wife, Linda, of Jay; and by his nieces and nephews: Patrick, Tim, Heather, Dawn, Nicholas and Karin. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his father-in-law Marcel Meunier; and by his brother in-law Marcel Meunier Jr. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 19, at 11 a.m. in St. Ann Catholic Church in Milton. Burial will be held on Friday, September 21 at 11:30 a.m. in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell. Memorial contributions may be made to Centerpoint, 1025 Airport Drive, South Burlington, Vermont 05403

, 76, of Derby died on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, in Burlington. She was born on March 15, 1936, in Lowell, a daughter of Harold and Beulah (Wiltshire) Pope. She was brought up in the Lowell area, however she did spend a few years in Florida before moving back to Derby. She worked at Butterfield's in Derby Line for several years before becoming an LPN and working as a private caregiver as well as at Michaud Manor in Derby Line. She loved bowling, playing bingo, and going to the casino in Rock Island, Quebec. She especially loved her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter Ryan Degreenia and her husband, Cory; her son Timmy Hagan of Johnson; her grandchildren: Mikayla, Jason, Cory, and Kaylee; and by several nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews, and by many friends at the Derby Trailer Park where she lived for over 30 years. She was predeceased by her brothers: Stanley, Robert, and Richard; and by her sister, Virginia Smith. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, at the Lowell Congregational Church with the Reverend David DiZazzo officiating. A potluck luncheon will follow the service.

, 81, of Irasburg died on Monday, September 10, 2012, in Newport, following an extended illness, with her eight daughters and her husband at her side. She was born on September 22, 1930, in West Charleston, the daughter of Lucien and Olive (Chainey) Desjardins. On October 2, 1950, she married Gerard Perrault who survives her. They would have celebrated 62 years of marriage. Mrs. Perrault was especially proud of her eight daughters. She was a dedicated, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and will be missed dearly. The Perraults operated a dairy farm for 43 years on the Lake Region Road. After farming, Mrs. Perrault worked at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton as an activity director and as an LNA until the 1990s, among being a homemaker and bookkeeper for the farm. She also volunteered for different organizations. She was also a member of St. Theresa's Church, Daughters of Isabella and the Ladies Guild. She is survived by her husband Gerard Albert Perrault of Irasburg; her eight daughters: Lucille and her husband, David Lawes, of Barton, Joanne and her husband, Richard Dealy, of Pembroke, Massachusetts, Denise and her husband, Alan Turner, of Newport, Carmen and her husband, Christopher Gage, of Orleans, Marie and her husband, Albert Beaudry, of Albany, Estelle and her husband, Thomas Nelson, of Williston, Lisa and her husband, Bruce Quigley, of Biddeford, Maine, and Gisele "Gigi" and her husband, Randy Poginy, of Barton; by her grandchildren: Julie Bronson, Melissa (Bronson) Moulton and her husband, Scott, Meghan (Dealy) Shaheen and her husband, Michael, Catherine and Lauren Dealy, Eric and Jeff Turner, Jonathan and Ryan Gage, Miranda Beaudry, Erin and Greg Nelson, Lindsey and Brittney Gilman, Alexandria and Alicia Quigley, and Rebecca, Chelsea, and Whitney Poginy; two great-grandchildren: Tyler Smith and Hayley Rae Gage; her brothers and sisters: Huguette McA'Nulty Black of Maplewood, New Jersey, Roland Desjardins of Springhill, Florida, Jeannette Auger of Barton, Paulette Lebrun of Tampa, Florida, Mona Brouseau and her husband, Guy, of Fort Myers, Florida, Mary Jane Denney and her husband, Geoffrey, of Ontario, Canada, Roger Desjardins and his wife, Barbara, of Sebring, Florida, and Hubert Desjardins of West Glover; her sisters-in-law: Jeannette Poulin, Theresa Fortin, Yvette Bruneau, Marie-Paul Perrault, and Theresa Perrault; and by her brother-in-law James Baker. She was predeceased by her brother Emile Desjardins; her brothers-in-law: Donat Perrault and George Perrault; and by her sister-in-law Lorraine (Perrault) Baker. Funeral services were held on September 14 in Orleans. Interment followed at St. Theresa's Cemetery in Orleans. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to St. Paul's School, 54 Eastern Avenue, Barton, Vermont 05822.

, 84, of Irasburg died suddenly on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at his home. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 20, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 21, at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Orleans, with the Reverend Tim Naples celebrating a Mass of Christian burial. Interment will follow in St. Theresa's Cemetery in Orleans.