, 88, of Craftsbury, Vermont passed away on January 28, 2013 in Barton, VT. He was born August 16, 1924 in Brewster, NY, a son of Raymond and Blanche (Reed) Heinchon. He married Pearl Williams who predeceased him and later married Alice Cole Ryan who also predeceased him. He graduated from Brewster High School, Brewster, NY where he was an all-star baseball player. Bill was a farmer all his life. He farmed in Milltown, NY, and moved to VT in 1970 where he owned and operated a farm in Walden, VT, now known as Walden Farms. He later owned a farm in East Hardwick Vermont now known as “Hi Hope Farm” and eventually moved to Craftsbury, VT in the late 80’s, where he started the Hi Hope Greenhouse, it was there he was known as the Tomato Man. He was an avid sports fan and he especially followed the Boston Red Sox and Celtics. He loved spending time with his family and he enjoyed bowling. He is survived by his sons :Richard Heinchon and his wife Liz of Techachapi, CA, and Jamie Heinchon of Wheelock, VT. He is also survived by his step children: Ann Gilcris and her husband Larry of Natural Bridge, NY, Jeanne Locke and her husband Paul of Springfield, VT, Marvin Ryan and his wife Lois of Craftsbury, VT, Kathleen Ryan of El Prado, NM, Laureen Ryan of N. Kingstown, RI; Paul Ryan of Craftsbury, Vt; and Anita Caraballo and her husband Pedro of N. Kingstown, RI; and by his daughter-in-law Carolyn Ryan of Craftsbury, VT; and by 19 grandchildren and 18 great grand children. He is also survived by his sister Elaine Johnson of Pawling, NY, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Donald Heinchon, by his step children: William Ryan, Nancy Martell and her husband Al, by his brother Raymond Heinchon and by his sister Dorthea Walter and by his brother-in-law Howard Williams. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday February 1, 2013 at the United Church of Craftsbury with the Rev. Alan Parker officiating. Friends may call at the Church on Friday February 1, 2013 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment in Craftsbury Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Hardwick Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 837, Hardwick, VT 05843 or to the Craftsbury Community Care Center, 1784 East Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826 or to the Maple Lane Nursing Home, 60 Maple Lane, Barton, VT 05822.

died January 26, 2013 at the Newport Health Care Center with his wife Carolyn and his sons Joshua and Jonathan at his side. He was born May 14, 1928 in Albany, VT, the son of Enoch and and Mildred (Brown) Rowell of Albany, VT. In 1958 he married Carolyn Anderson of Craftsbury, VT and together they moved to their home at Albany Village and raised two sons Joshua and Jonathan . They bought the Roscoe Cowles farm and the Samuel Chaffee farm to complete the jersey dairy operation at the village which his sons continued to operate. He had two brothers Enoch and Willard Rowell and a sister Pauline Goodwin who all predeceased him. During his childhood he was educated at the Albany Elementary School and extended education at Craftsbury Academy where Philip graduated in the class of 1946. He was lifetime member of the Maple Valley Grange of Albany, VT and the Meridian Sun Lodge # 20 of Craftsbury, Vt. Phil was also a member of the Albany Historical Society and was instrumental in establishing the Albany Veterans Memorial. After graduation he worked at logging, and the New England Telephone doing line work out of St. Johnsbury, VT and at Brow’s Potatoes in Albany, VT and also at different farms as a hired hand. He became an advocate for the Albany Fire Department which was organized in 1958 and to which he became a loyal member, a selectman for the Town of Albany, and was a Deputy Game Warden for the Vermont Fish and Game Dept. He also became interested in Vermont Legislature where he became a Albany Representative from 1957 and 1959. He entered the Vermont National Guard in 1947 and served in the Korean War as Top Secret Interpreter where he was stationed in Stuggart, Germany. He also worked at Ethan Allen MFG in Orleans, VT where he was a lumber dryer and a lumber buyer for 34 years after which he retired in 1993. He enjoyed working on the farm after his retirement and taught his sons how to make a fence and run a chainsaw and farm equipment. He also taught them to hunt deer and ducks. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Rowell, by his two sons Joshua and Jonathan Rowell and his wife Carol all of Albany, VT, two granddaughters: Alora and Gratia Rowell. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins and by many friends. A graveside service will be held at the Albany Village Cemetery in the Spring. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Albany Fire Department, P.O. Box 300, Albany, VT 05820 or to the charity of one’s choice.

, 69, of Newport, VT passed away suddenly on January 24, 2013 at his home. He was born March 5, 1943 in Newport Center, VT a son of Clarence and Eva (Morse) Hill. On November 24, 1982 he married Bobbie Kahlstrom who survives him. Dean was a dairy farmer most of his life. He was employed by local farms and one time he had his own farm. Among his hobbies, he enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Bobbie Hill of Newport, VT, by his children: Dean Hill Jr of Newport, VT, Kevin Hill and his wife Caroline of Sheffield, VT, William Hill of Sutton, VT, Doreen Hill of Albany, VT, Timothy Hill and his friend Tassie of Essex, VT, Chuck Hill of Newport, VT, Sharmin Hill of Newport, VT and James Begin of Stowe, VT. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Joshua Davio, Samantha Hill, Sherri Vinal, Diamond Begin and Cheyanne Begin, by his sisters: Alena Sherlaw of Newport Center, VT, June Stuart of Barre, VT, and Dwanetta Bickford of Derby, VT, and by numerous nieces and nephews. He as predeceased by his sisters: Capitola Hill, Helen Rainey, Vanetta Collins, Eva Collins, Theresa Stuart, and Edna and Joan Hill and by his brothers: Clarence and Oliver Hill. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855.

, 88, of Barton died peacefully Monday evening January 21st, 2013 in St. Johnsbury, VT. The name Arlene means “promise, pledge”. She was a woman of promise. Full of warmth, kindness, and hospitality, she touched the hearts and lives of many. She had taught us that the simple and beautiful things in life, are far more rewarding than riches. That is a lesson we will hold in our hearts. The simplicity of a warm summer porch was one of her favorite gathering places. She would welcome family, friends, and anyone who stopped by with a warm meal and a warm home. She enjoyed traveling to Maine with family, the challenge of a good puzzle, and caring for others. For 18 years, she cared for others as a a nurses aid at the Colonial nursing home, now the Union House in Glover. She was born on February 4th, 1924, in South Barton, Vermont, to Perley and Eva Nault. She married Earlton Hinton, in 1943, who predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her sisters, Esther Lacroix, Lorraine Lenton, and Vivian Durivage, as well as one granddaughter. She is survived by her five children, Carolyn Malek and her husband, George of East Barre, her son Brian Hinton and his wife Linda, of Barton, her daughter Janice and her husband Ken (Ducky) Larcoque, of Barton, her son Marlin (Paul) Hinton, of Coventry, her son Dale (Moochie) and his wife Val Hinton, of Brownington. She was also a proud “Gram” to 18 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great grandchildren. The family cordially invites you to join them in honoring the life of Arlene Rita Hinton. Her Memorial service will be held at 11 :00 A.M. on Saturday January 26, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 12 Elm Street, Barton, VT, with the Rev. Timothy Naples officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday January 26, 2013 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. A reception will follow at St. Theresa’s Parish Hall in Orleans, VT. A mass in Arlene’s memory will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Saturday January, 26, 2013 at St. Theresa’s Church in Orleans, VT. She sparkled with joy. Her kindness and warmth will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations can made made to St. Paul’s School, in care of the furnace fund,54 Eastearn Ave, Barton, VT 05822

, 93, formally of Island Pond, VT passed away on January 20, 2013 in St. Albans, VT. She was the widow of Rheal Major who predeceased her in 1999. She was born in Albany Center, VT on August 30, 1919 the daughter of Michael (Mitch) and Sarah (Sadie) Noyes Gonyaw. Mildred enjoyed traveling with her late husband, sewing for family members, gardening, knitting, and crocheting. She was a devoted housewife and mother and enjoyed working part time for the State of Vermont at the Brighton State Park for over ten years. She is survived by her children: Paulette Major of Barre, VT, Patricia Oftedal and her husband Sven of Eastport, ME, Lucian Major and his wife Lucille of Richmond, VT and Rene Major and his companion Sharon Towne of Colchester, VT, by her grandchildren: Amy Moriarty and her husband Tom of Bennington, VT, Christopher Major of Fairfax, VT, Diane Bouchard and her husband Pierre of South Burlington, VT, by her great grandchildren: Taytum and Haley Bouchard of South Burlington, VT. She is also survived by her brother Mahlon Gonyaw and his wife Madeline and her sister-in-law Janet Major Doyon as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers Marvin and his wife Donna and Roland and his wife Alice and grandson Marc Major. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday January 24, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond, VT. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday January 24, 2013 from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Vermont Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, 162 South Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05676 or The Vermont Chapter of The American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 94, of Derby Line, VT passed away on January 19, 2013 in Newport, VT. he was born January 6, 1919 in Lewiston, Maine a son of Claudaire and Lydia (Nolet) Nadeau. He married Mary Guillette who predeceased him. He was a veteran of WW11. During his lifetime he was a cook in the logging camps in Pittsburg, NH. He held memberships with the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798, American Legion Post 21, and Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his daughters: Patricia Marchesseault of Laconia, NH, and Mariann Letarte and her husband Bill of Dummer, NH. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Renee Honeman and her husband David of Tilton, NH, Emanuell Borrowski and her husband Mat of Cooperstown, NY, Claudia Marchesseault of Laconia, NH, Louis Pilote of Gilford, NH, Jonathan Benoit of Hampton, NH, and Gabrielle Letarte of Dummer, NH, by 5 great grandchildren, by his sisters: Doris Duhaut Armande Gaudreau, and Jean D’arc Gilles all of Coaticook, Que, and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 9 brothers and 4 sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday January 22, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Friends may call on Tuesday January 22, 2013 at the funeral home from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Spring interment in St. Edward’s Cemetery in Derby Line, VT.

, 101, of Newport, VT passed away in Newport, VT on January 18, 2013. She was born September 20, 1911 in Derby, VT a daughter of Lewis and Cora (Clough) Bates. On July 17, 1971 she married Leon J. Corrow who predeceased her . Rebecca taught school for a couple of years, worked in retail stores and she was a homemaker before going to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital where she was a secretary for 19 years. She married her first husband Harold L. Derusha on March 13, 1937 who passed away on August 25, 1954. She and Leon wintered in Florida for seven years. She was a member of Communtiy Circle and took many many trips with them. She was a volunteer for RSVP and had given over 1000 hours of her time. She is survived by her children: Pauline Wallace and her husband Leslie of FL, Carol Ann Fifield and her husband Dawson of Florida. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Scott Wallace and his wife Lori of CA, Kelly Rivoli and her husband James of Maine, Judith Langhans and her husband James of VT, Doreen Allen and her husband Hudson of MA, Kimberly White and her husband David of FL, and Jay Fifield of AZ, by 6 great grandchildren and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Rufus and by her sisters: Elizabeth Benner, Ruth Lafoe, and Rachel Chaffee and by a step son Wayne Corrow. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday January 22, 2013 at the Derby United Church with the Rev. Frank Beattie officiating. Spring interment in Derby Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Bel-Aire Activities Fund, 35 Bel-Aire Drive, Newport, VT, 05855.

, 69, of Orleans, VT passed away on January 17, 2013 at her home. She was born July 28, 1943 in North Troy, VT a daughter of Blaine Calloway and Natalie (Armstrong) LeBlanc. Louise enjoyed playing bingo, playing practical jokes and loved to attend family cookouts and she adored spending time with her family. She also enjoyed playing games on her computer. During her lifetime she was employed at Newport Plastics in their sanding department and also Columbia Forest Products. She is survived by her son Rusty Dionne and his wife Anne of Newport, VT, by her good friend Norman Stevens of Orleans, by her grandchildren Heather and Dustin Driver of Newport, VT, by her brothers: Roger Calloway and his wife Betty of Newport, VT and Donald Calloway and his wife Ilene of Orleans, VT, by her sisters: Priscilla Simpson of Orleans, VT, and Linda Bennett and her husband Norman of Coventry, VT and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister Betty Scott and by her step father Alfred LeBlanc. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Monday January 21, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday May 3, 2013 at the Newport Center Cemetery with the Rev. Paul Prince officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Ronald Holland Dialysis Unit at North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855.

of Jay, VT passed away on January 16, 2013 at the age of 83. He shared 62 years of his life with the love of his life, Lois. Roger was born on June 5, 1929 in Williamstown, VT, the son of Philibert and Melanie (Roy) Morin. Growing up in the North East Kingdom Roger worked with his brothers on the family farms operated by his father. Roger fibbed about his age and joined the United States Army / Air Force at the age of 17 where he was a Sergeant and Radar Mechanic stationed in Alaska. After his service Roger moved to Westport, CT where he married, started a family and owned and operated several gas stations including Servicemen’s Oil Company. He later moved to Vermont in 1969 where he owned and operated several businesses including Morin Real Estate, in Jay, VT for over 30 years. During his years in Jay, Roger was a member of the American Legion and the Troy Area Lions Club. He was a volunteer firefighter and later treasurer of the Jay Fire Department; he volunteered at Jay Bingo and at the North Troy American Legion and had been active with the Troy Lions Club. Roger served on many boards including the Community National Bank. He enjoyed working at the Westfield Senior meal site, playing golf and cards with friends, and Texas Hold’em at the Lions Club. Roger was very civic minded and was always ready to lend a hand. Over the years Roger and Lois traveled throughout the US and also to Europe. They also enjoyed many trips through Community Circle. In addition to his wife Lois (Spielman) Morin, Roger is survived by his six children: Jean Janci, of Nashville, TN, Donna Morin of Nashville, TN, Kim Starr of Tucson, AZ, Jo-Ann Chicoine of Suffolk, VA, Margaret Hartman and her husband Bill of Derby, VT and Roger (Chip) Morin, Jr. of Troy, VT. Roger and Lois have 15 grandchildren: Jennifer Royea, Aaron Janci, Meghan Janci, Carolyn Patenaude, Katie Holt, Amanda Trono, Chad Chicoine, Onalee Hopkins, Ashley Juliano, Lee-Ann Cotner, Mitchell Hartman, Tyler Starr, Nicholas Leithead, Hanna Morin, and Andrew Morin and 14 great grandchildren. Roger had 12 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Leo and his wife Kathe Morin, Albert Morin and his wife Kathleen, Blanche Sullivan, Carmen Scofield and Patricia Valley. He was predeceased by brothers: Armand, Rene, Edward, Gerard, Robert and John and by his sister Lucille Morin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (Martha Richardson, Vermont Chapter – Alzheimer’s Association, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Ste 128, Williston, VT 05495), or the Troy Area Lions Club (P.O. Box 175, Westfield, VT 05874), or the North Troy American Legion Post #28 (Attn: Richard Berthiaume, 254 Dominion Ave, North Troy, VT 05859), or the Jay Volunteer Fire Department (157 Revoir Flat Rd, Jay, VT 05859). Memo: Roger Morin Friends are asked to join the family at the Eastside Restaurant in Newport, VT on Thursday, January 24 between the hours of 4:00 to 8:00 in a celebration of Roger’s life. A military graveside service will be held in the spring at the Lowell Town Cemetery.

, 41, of Vergennes, VT passed away on January 15, 2013 in Vergennes. She was born May 10, 1971 in Cannan, VT a daughter of Eugene and Rosalie (Ashline) Coderre. Penny loved spending time with her son and she had a heart of gold and would always be willing to help anyone. She is survived by her son Trevor Coderre of Vergennes, VT, by her brothers: Mitchell Coderre and his wife Sylvia and Eugene Coderre all of Cannan, VT. She was predeceased by her sister Laurie. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday January 19, 2013 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans, VT where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Friends may call on Saturday January 19, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road from 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. Spring interment in St. Theresa’s Cemetery, Orleans, VT.

, 80, of Derby, VT passed away on January 14, 2013 at his home. He was born August 13, 1932 in Coventry, VT the son of Preston and Angelina (Bousquet) Sheltra. In 1960 he married Mary Ruth Skeen who survives him. Mr. Sheltra was a self-employed equipment operator. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 21 of Newport, VT. He lived in Florida for over 40 years and upon retirement they moved to their home at Sunset Acres on Lake Memphremagog. He loved to play golf, hunt with his brother-in-law, play cribbage, work outside in general, and also running his chain saw and driving his John-Deere tractor. Robert played in the Newport Country Club Member Guest tournament for over 25 years. He is survived by his wife Mary Sheltra of Derby, VT, by his children: Robert Sheltra and his wife Tammy of FL, Roger Sheltra and his wife Liz of South Carolina, James Sheltra of TN, and Shiela Marie Warren and her husband Michael of TN. He is also survived by several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and by his sisters: Marion Briere, Jeanette Besaw, Alice Edwards and her husband Olin, Lucille Carter and her husband Louis, Laurette Cote, by his sister-in-law Doris and Don Truly and very best friends Ruth and Dean Sweeney. He was predeceased by his son Allen Sheltra and by his brothers: Reynolds, Raymond, Richard, Ronald, Roger and Reginald. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday January 25, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday January 26, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VT where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Lowell, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 79, of Island Pond, VT passed away suddenly on January 14, 2013 at his home. He was born in Island Pond October 19, 1933 a son of John and Evelyn (Kehoe) King. On November 27, 1959 he married Sylvia Cloutier who survives him. Paul was a supervisor for the Canadian National Railway. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Served his town as selectman, Cemetery Commissioner, and the water department. After his retirement in 1989, he always enjoyed reminescing about his Railroad days. In his earlier years he also enjoyed hunting and fishing at K-B-Dam. He held membership with the American Legion Post 80 of Island Pond, VT, was also a member of the Masons. He is survived by his wife Sylvia King of Island Pond, VT, by his children: Tia Martin, her husband Robert of Bluewater Bay, FL, - Dawn King of Newport, VT - Miriam King of Oxford, MA - Sarah Gajus of Fayetteville, NC -by his grandchildren: Lance, Corey, Neil, Danae, and Steven, by his great grandchildren: Chance, Sarah, Corey James, and Austin, and by his sister Ruth Driscoll and husband Jim of South Yarmouth, MA. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a half brother Ralph Stebennes and by a half sister Vera Brickett. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday January 18 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 1199 Railroad Street, Island Pond, VT. Friends may call from 7 - 9 on Thursday January 17 and from 10 - ll on Friday at the funeral home. Spring interment in Lakeside Cemetery in Island Pond, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Legion Post 80, Island Pond, VT 05846.

May 17, 1928 - January 14, 2013 Fratia L Marsh, North Troy, VT Fratia L Marsh, 84, died January 14, 2013. She was born May 17, 1928 in North Troy, VT to Melvin Dunn and Mary E. Dunn. Fratia graduated from North Troy High School and the University of Vermont School of Nursing. She was a clinical instructor for UVM’s School of Nursing before moving back to North Troy after marrying William “Bill” Marsh in July of 1955. Fratia was a nurse at the Orleans Hospital before becoming a school nurse responsible for the schools of North Troy, Troy, Jay, Lowell, Westfield, and Newport Center for many years. Fratia was also a long time member of the Troy School Board. Fratia loved her job and cared deeply for her students and her community. She was always willing to help others in the community in any way she could. Fratia is survived by her son Peter, and his wife Eleanor (Evans) Marsh of Huntington; her grandchildren Megan and Christopher also of Huntington; her sister Lois Guyette and children David, James, Carol, Robert, and John; brother James Dunn and his wife; sister-in-law Muriel Dunn and children Dennis, Cheryl, Robert, Terri, and Judy; and several grandnieces and nephews; her husband’s nephews and nieces Carolyn Marsh, Carmi Michael Marsh and his wife Pierrette, and Judy Hughs. Fratia was predeceased by her husband Bill less than a week ago, she stayed strong for him for many years but was ready to leave this earth with him. Their bond was strong and apparent to all who knew them. Fratia also was predeceased by four siblings; Grover or “Buddy”, Dorothy, Roberta, and Jimmy. The family would like to offer special thanks to Fratia’s nephew John Guyette, his wife Lisa, and his daughter Angie, who became very special to Fratia, for the care, assistance, and company they provided Bill and Fratia. Thank you to Linda Aiken and Judy Bouchard for spending time with them, especially at the end. The family wishes to express their gratitude to their friends and neighbors for their friendship, concern, and assistance over the years, and especially during this difficult time. Also thanks to the Bel-Aire Quality Care Nursing Center for the excellent care and compassion they provided Fratia, and especially to her nurse Amy who was more than just her nurse near the end, and to Dr. Peter Harris for his care and assistance. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that contributions in Fratia’s name be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855 or to North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855. Funeral services for both Bill and Fratia will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday January 16, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday January 16, 2013 from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment in Newport Center Cemetery.

, 83, of East Charleston, VT passed away on January 13, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born July 10, 1929 in Irasburg, VT a daughter of Perley and Grace (Smith) Chaplin. On October 3, 1981 she married Edward Boncek who survives her. She married Richard Turcotte and Lawrence Lumbra who both predeceased her. Mrs. Boncek was employed by the Newport Plastics Company of Newport, VT . She also worked at one time for the American Red Cross. Pauline enjoyed the company of her family and her cats Iky and Kit Kit. She also enjoyed her flower gardens and watching deer, moose and birds. She is survived by her husband Edward Boncek of East Charleston, VT, by her children: Lawrence Lumbra and his wife Janice of Stafford, VA, Diana Villeneuve and her husband Larry of Newport, VT, and Thomas Turcotte of Orleans, VT. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Tina, Kimberly, Lawrence, Jesse, Jeannine, and Chelsea and by 12 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her half brothers Earl Stewart of Troy, VT, and Robert Chaplin and his wife Doris of Hardwick, VT and by her nephew Brian Chaplin and his wife Judy of Troy, VT. She was predeceased by a son Steven Turcotte and by her brother Kenneth Chaplin and her half brother Ralph Chaplin. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday May 18, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT with the Rev. Sean Quinn officiating. Interment will follow in Troy Village Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT. 05855.

, 57, of New Britain, CT formerly of Newport, VT passed away in New Britain at the Hospital for Special Care on January 12, 2013. He was born December 22, 1955 in Newport, VT, the son of Delwin and Dorothy (Bowen) Marcotte. Paul graduated from North Country Union High School in 1974. He was a train engineer for the Canadian Pacific Railroad in Pennsylvania. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, telling jokes, visiting with his family and friends and he enjoyed the company of his Great Danes. He is survived by his daughter Brittany Marcotte Perrault of Derby,VT, by his sister Brenda Michaud and her husband Jimmy of Plainville, CT, by his nieces and nephews: Kimberly Misluck, Kiley Michaud, Christopher Parker, and Corey Michaud. He was predeceased by his parents and by his sister Linda Parker, and by his brother Wendell Marcotte. A graveside service will be held in the Spring at the Derby Center Cemetery. Sympathy cards and memorials may be sent to Brenda Michaud, 54A-1 Bradley Street, Plainville, CT 06062. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

, 83, of Newport, VT passed away on January 12, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born October 3, 1929 in Orleans, VT a daughter of Elmer and Greta (Dunham) Hilliard. In 1950 she married Leland Whipple who predeceased her in 1986. Mrs. Whipple worked as a nurse’s aid at the Maple Lane Nursing Home for over 20 years. She also was employed at the Soup kitchen at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Newport, VT. She held memberships with the American Legion and VFW auxiliaries and the Orleans Senior Center. Her hobbies included knitting, fishing, crocheting, doing puzzles, playing bingo, and attending to her house plants. She is survived by her children: Barbara Jean Bushaw of Burlington, VT, Bruce Whipple and his wife Darlene of Newport, VT, Karen Conley and her husband Jesse of Barton, VT, Kim Whipple and companion Debbie of Orleans, VT, Mark Whipple and companion Kerry of Orleans, VT, Chris Whipple and his wife Kris of CA, and Colby Whipple of Brownington, VT, by her 11 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren and by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by four brothers: Warren, Clayton, Marvin, and Maynard (Stub) and by two sisters: Verna Coburn, and Verla Drake. 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.

, 90, of Newport, VT passed away peacefully on January 10, 2013 at his home. He was born April 5, 1922 in Derby, VT a son of Claude and Lena (Ellis) Powers, and also by his step-father Ernest Baraw. Kenneth was a veteran of WWII and served in Germany and France in an infantry unit, where he met and married the love of his life Jacqueline of 68 years. During his lifetime he was an office manager for Nadeau’s Auto Parts and Salvage. He was employed for H.P. Hood & Sons and he retired from Waste USA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, going to hunting camp with his son Richard and grandson Scott. He was known as the Old Man of the Mountain. He also enjoyed gardening, reading on his porch, taking care of his house, and visiting with family. He would help anyone in need. Kenneth held memberships with St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 798 both of Newport, VT. He is survived by his wife Jacqueline Powers of Newport, VT, by his children: Shirley McFadzean and her husband Verne of Alburg,VT, and Richard Powers and his wife Rachel of Coventry, VT, by his grandchildren: Julie Terrazzano of Georgia, VT, Deanna McFadzean of St. Albans, VT, Kathleen Shedd and her husband Jay of Fairfax,VT, and Scott Powers of Atlanta, GA, by his great grandchildren: Garrett, Abby & Val, Jenna, Olivia, Ricky, Nichole and her husband Landon, and Chloe and by his great grandson Brantley. He was predeceased by an infant brother John and infant daughter Linda Lee. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday May 18, 2013 at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Newport, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855 or to the Orleans- Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 29, beloved son of Laramie Bliven and George Bliven was suddenly called to heaven to be a special angel on Thursday, January 10, 2013. He was born in Miami, FL, lived in Lowell, VT as a child and came home in February 2012 to start anew with his family in Derby Line. Although Nick had experienced many difficulties in his life he remained strong, never gave up, and was determined to get well and have a happy life. Nick was a kind, loving, gentle man who loved to cook and was hoping to attend the New England Culinary Institute and eventually own his own restaurant. He also loved to draw and spend much of his time honing those skills. Nick had a special connection with his niece, Hailey, and they enjoyed playing Xbox, being artistic and just spending time together. Nick had four beautiful children whom he loved dearly and two others whom he also loved and embraced as his own. His heart ached every day that he was not with them. Unfortunately he had to leave them in Tennessee to get well with the goal of providing them with a better life. Nick loved the outdoors, had hiked part of the Appalachian Trail, and always wanted to return and complete the trail from start to finish. Anyone that really knew Nick knew they were blessed that he was their friend. Nick is survived by his beautiful children: Ryleigh, 3 mths; Tristan, 2 yrs; Dante, 4 yrs; Jaelynn, 6 yrs; Trinidee, 13 yrs; Andree, 14 years; and his partner Sabrina Proffitt of Morristown TN. He is also survived by his mother Laramie Bliven of Derby Line, VT; his father and his wife George and Cathy Bliven of Port Angeles, WA; two loving sisters: Hilary Bliven and her partner Courtney Forbes of Homestead, FL; Sydney Bliven and her partner Anthony Columbia of Newport Center, VT; his special niece Hailey Bliven of Derby Line, VT; his maternal grandparents Beryl and Clayton Foss of Sebastian, FL; his paternal grandfather, Seth I. Bliven of Sebring, FL; his uncles: Glenn Foss, Dale Foss, and Steve Greenbaum, his aunts: Chris Ellen Bliven and Margaret Gandee; his nieces: Sanya and Gemyah Allen; his nephew Joshua Allen and a few very special close friends. There will be no calling hours and a private memorial will be held at a later date for the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to National Alliance for the Mentally Ill VT (NAMI) 162 S Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05676-1519. We will miss you until we meet again, but we are at peace knowing that you are at peace. We know you will be watching over us from heaven.

, North Troy, VT William K. (Bill) Marsh, 89, died January 9, 2013. He was born July 23, 1923 in Morrisville, VT to Carmi R. Marsh and Louise E. Marsh. Bill graduated from North Troy High School in 1941. He was a member of the 1938 North Troy High School State Baseball Championship team. Bill enlisted in the US Army in 1942 where he served in the 268th Field Artillery Battalion. He was wounded in Germany in 1944 and discharged in 1945. Bill went on to graduate from the Boston University College of Business Administration in 1949. He held several positions; cost accounting clerk for Owens Illinois Plywood Company and Green Mountain Power Corporation; a comptroller for Owens Illinois Plywood Company, business manager for the Vermont Department of Forests and Parks; and Bill also served as Deputy Finance Commissioner and Director of Financial Operations for the State of Vermont from 1961 to 1978. He retired in 1978 due to ill health. Bill was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Disabled American Veterans. Bill is survived by his wife Fratia, who he married in 1955; son Peter and his wife Eleanor (Evans) Marsh of Huntington; his grandchildren Megan and Christopher also of Huntington; his nephews and nieces Carolyn Marsh, Carmi Michael Marsh and his wife Pierrette, Judy Hughs and husband Mark; his sister-in-law Lois Guyette and children David, James, Carol, Robert, and John; brother-in-law James Dunn and his wife; sister-in-law Muriel Dunn and children Dennis, Cheryl, Robert, Terri, and Judy; and several grandnieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by two brothers Frederick and Carmi W Marsh. The family would like to offer special thanks to Bill’s nephew John Guyette, his wife Lisa, and his daughter Angie for the care, assistance, and company they provided Bill and Fratia. The family thanks his neighbors and friends who provided assistance as well. Also thanks to the Bel-Aire Quality Care Nursing Center for the excellent care and compassion they provided Bill, and to Dr. Peter Harris for his care and assistance. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that contributions in Bill’s name be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, VT 05855 or to North Country Hospital, 189 Prouty Drive, Newport, VT 05855. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday January 16, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday January 16, 2013 from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment in Newport Center Cemetery with full military honors.

, 76, of Jay, VT passed away suddenly on January 9, 2013 at his home. He was born June 3, 1936 in Springfield, MA, a son of William and Ruth (Johnson) Talbot. On June 14, 1962 he married Shirley Riendeau who survives him. The couple celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2012. Richard entered the United States Marines where he served his country during the Korean War. During his lifetime he was a traffic manager for General Instrument Corp from where he retired. Richard was an NRA patron member, P.V.A. life member, DAV life member and a member of the American Legion Post 28 of North Troy, VT. He graduated from Cathedral High School in Springfield, MA and from the Hartford School of Criminology in Hartford, CT. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and their visits. He enjoyed woodworking, landscaping, and carpentry. He is survived by his children: Luke Talbot of Island Pond, VT, John Talbot and his wife Kasey of Newark, VT, Matthew Talbot and his companion Amber Lyon of Westmore, VT, Janelle Light and her husband Robert of Morrisonville, NY and Beth Fitzgerald of Westfield, MA, by his grandchildren: Travis, Abel, Robert (RJ), August, Molly, Savannah, and Kaeleigh and by a great granddaughter Evelyn and by several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sisters: Eleanor McNulty and Mary Agnes Funai and her husband Fran. He was predeceased by a son and daughter, by two brothers and one sister. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday January 11, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport,VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday January 12, 2013 at St. Vincent de Paul Church in North Troy, VT where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in Jay Cemetery with full military honors. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Shiners’ Hospital for Children: 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114.

, 67, of Coventry, VT passed away peacefully on January 8, 2013 in White River Junction, VT. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Saviour in June 2012 and is now present with the Lord. He was born July 29, 1945 in West Stewartstown, NH a son of Earl and Margarett (Edwards) Gray. On February 10, 1990 he married Monique Boutin who survives him. He enlisted into the United States Army where he received the “Purple Heart” serving his Country during the Vietnam war.Niles was an inventory clerk for Ethan Allen MFG for 35 years. Niles enjoyed the small little farm and the few animals that were on it. He really liked his tractor.He was a family man who enjoyed his children and grandchildren. He was loved by everyone and always enjoyed the company of his family. He is survived by his wife Monique Gray of Coventry, VT, by his children: Paul Gray and his wife Kathy of Island Pond, VT, Travis Gray of Hawaii, Steve Belley and his companion Danielle of Quebec, Gaetan Belley and his wife Trisha of Quebec, and Johanne Collins and her husband Cliff of Newport Center, VT, by 10 grandchildren, and by his sisters: Gleigh Heath and her husband William of Island Pond, VT, Anna Johnson of Orleans, VT, Charlotte Gunn of Island Pond, VT, Patricia Gray of St. Johnsbury, VT, Ginny Wing and her husband Alan of Island Pond, VT, by his sister-in-law Gunda Gray of Danville, and by dear family friend Diane Brindley and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter Wendy, by his brothers: Earl and Glenn Gray, and by his sister Marilyn Wade. Funeral services were held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday January 11, 2013 at Grace Brethren Church in Irasburg with Rev. Scott Libby officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the VA Medical Center for the Hospice Suite, 215 Main St, White River Junction, Building 31 Ground Floor, 05009. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, locally family owned and operated. “Award of the Army Commendation Medal”The following award is announced: US51546346 Private First Class E3 United States Army Company A 2d Battalion 18th Infranty; Army Commendation Medal with “V” Device August 1966: July 2, 1966: Gray-Niles Republic of Vietnam For Heroism: While conducting search and destroy operations in Loc Ninh Province near the Cambodian border, his unit was attacked by a numerically superior insurgent force armed with automatic weapons, small arms, grenades, rocket launchers and mortars. During this action, he displayed outstanding valor and exemplary courage while inflicting heavy casualties upon the Viet Cong. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he repeatedly exposed himself to intense hostile fire in order to place highly effective fire upon insurgent positions. During the entire engagement, the only concern of this outstanding soldier was for successful completion of his mission.The rapidity and aggressiveness with which he followed the orders of his superiors were in large measure responsible for his company’s achievement. In respelling the repeated insurgent assaults, he gave material aid to the overwhelming success with which the 2d Battalion, 18th Infrantry accomplished its mission.Private First Class Gray’s actions are keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infrantry Division, and the United States Army.By direction of Secretary of the Army, Under the provisions of AR 672-5-1.

passed away Tuesday morning, January 8, 2013 at the age of 84 in her home in the village of West Charleston, Vermont after a short battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family in these final weeks and did not suffer thanks to the great services of Orleans/Essex VNA and hospice care, with her Granddaughter Summer Brunelle serving as her care provider. Vida was born February 17, 1928 at the Doncaster farm on the shores of little Salem in Derby. Her parents were Vernon Doncaster and Annie (Aiken) Doncaster. Vida was predeceased by her husband Ray Powers in 2005, and by her siblings Wendell Doncaster, Vivian Austin, Joyce Jennesse and Otis Doncaster. Vida grew up on the Doncaster farm on little Salem in Derby and often told stories from the old days of doing the farm chores, living off the land and attending the one room school house. A few of her favorite stories were her father making her clean and eat Salem horn pout(which she hated), being tricked by her brother Wayne into doing his work and how her brothers taught her to swim across the “neck” between little and big Salem by telling her to watch the dog and do as he did. Vida lived in the village of West Charleston her entire adult life. Her white house on the hill was known by most in the community and was a common gathering point for family and friends over the past many decades. She loved gardening and working in her flowers every day, never resting if a weed or grub was in one of her beds. Vida was the family matriarch who gladly opened her home as the focal point for the extended family and friends. She was not shy about giving her family advice and often drilled the lessons of living frugally and within your means. Many recall the traditional Sunday gatherings at the home place to gossip and play cards while enjoying her delicious culinary creations that became know as the “Sunday Special”. Vida was proud of her associate’s degree in teaching that she earned at night while raising a family, making many long drives to New Hampshire to attend classes. She enjoyed teaching head start in Island Pond and Newport for many years and often ran into her old students when she was out shopping or yard-saleing. Vida discovered traveling when her son Gary moved away and enjoyed many trips to Florida, Arizona and Indiana. In recent years Vida enjoyed getting back to Salem Lake to enjoy pontoon rides and family visits on the deck. She also loved to go to the local restaurants with her daughter Beth, her husband Clifford Crowe and his Mother Kitty. Vida is survived by her children Beth Crowe and her husband Clifford of West Charleston, Vermont, Marsha Brunelle and her husband Victor of West Charleston, Vermont and Gary Powers and his wife Jennifer of Lafayette, Indiana. Vida is also survived by her brother Wayne Doncaster and his wife Betty of Irasburg, Vermont. Vida has 7 grandchildren; Jeffrey Powers, Summer Brunelle, Gabriel Brunelle, Megan Timmons, Casey Powers, Marshall Powers and Annie Powers as well as two great grandchildren Kylie Monfett, Ricky Mislick and Jacob Brunelle. Vida has many nieces and nephews and was especially close to Cheryl Lawson, Keith Austin and Kathy Currie who she helped raise them after her sister Vivian’s early passing. There will be a memorial service for friends and family Friday, January 11th from 6-8pm at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, VT, with the Rev. Richard Whitehill officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Orleans/Essex VNA and Hospice Inc, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport Vt 05855.

, 80, of Newport Center, VT passed away peacefully on January 7, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 30, 1932 in Newport Center, VT a son of Frederick and Asenath (O’Brien) Bowen. In 1950 he graduated from Newport High School. On July 2, 1955 he married Helen Armstrong who survives him. Glenn was a self-employed farmer for many years and he also drove school bus for North Country Union High School. He was a member of the Newport Center Methodist Church. He loved gardening, maple surgaring, and in his younger years he enjoyed fishing including ice fishing, camping, traveling, and tinkering around his home and he did many projects for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Helen Bowen of Newport Center, VT, by his children: Jean Hammond and her husband Charles of Newport Center, VT, Debra M. Bowen and her fiancé Steve Register of Live Oak, FL, by his grandchildren: Jesse Hammond of North Troy, VT and Chris Hammond and his wife Emily of Newport Center, VT, by his great grandchildren Madison and Tyler, by his sisters: Lois Rockwell of Newport Center, VT, Nelda Hodek and her husband Hank of FL, and by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Eunice Koniezny. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday January 12, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT with the Pastor George Lawson officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday January 12, 2013 from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Spring interment in Newport Center Cemetery on May 25, 2013 at 11:00 AM. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory to the Newport Center Methodist Church, c/o Charles Drown, 334 Cross Road, Newport Center, VT 05857 or to the Orleans-Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, VT 05855.

, 92, of Morgan, VT passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family around her on January 6, 2013. She was born on December 26, 1920 in Johnson,VT, the daughter of Henry and Delores (Bergeron) Maynard who predeceased her. On July 5, 1939 she married Alton Frederick Ames, Sr who predeceased her in September 2004. She loved traveling to Maine with her husband. Marguerite loved to cook, crochet, and spending time working on her rose bushes. She also loved her reader digests and daily bread books, and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her three children: Anita Derosier of Newport, VT, Alton Ames, Jr of Swanton, VT and Arthur Ames of Morgan, VT. She was a proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren, Carol Derosier and her partner Leo of Newport, VT, Ronald Derosier, Jr of Newport, VT, Mary Higginson and her husband Robert of Morgan, VT Lisa LaBounty and her husband David, Sr of Derby, VT. Melissa Wilcox and her partner Richard of Newport, VT, Alton Ames, 111 of North Dakota, Octavia Ames of North Dakota, and Michael Ames and his wife Holly of Ohio. She has 10 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. She is survived by 2 sisters and 1 brother and a special niece and her husband. She was predeceased by her step mother Dorothy Maynard. She was predeceased by 1 sister and 4 brothers and her son-in-law Hector Derosier, Sr. Graveside services will be held on July 5, 2013 @ 11:00 A.M. at the Clark Cemetery in Morgan, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory to American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate,Inc, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 55, of Newport,VT passed away peacefully on January 5, 2013 in Newport surrounded by her family. She was born on May 9, 1957 in Springfield, MA daughter of O.Harry and Blanche (Prue) French. On August 7, 1976 she married Larry Boisvert who survives her. Donna was secretary for the Border Lodge Credit Union. She held membership with St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VT. She is survived by her husband Larry Boisvert of Newport,VT, by her children: Thomas Boisvert and his fiancé Amanda Roberts of Newport, VT, and Andrew Boisvert and his wife Corey of North Troy, VT, by her grandchild: Shauna Boisvert, by her step grandchildren: Aaron Sheltra and Ashley Sheltra. She is also survived by her sisters and brothers: David French and his wife JoAnn of Newport, VT, Robert French and his wife Mary of Springfield, MA, James French and his wife Patricia of Springfield, MA, Katherine French of Newport, VT, Aileen Coulombe and her husband Gerald of Newport, VT and Julie Farioli and her husband Dave of Hampden, MA, by several nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews. Donna was devoted to her family who always came first in her life. Family was her joy and she loved spending time with them at the lake, camping, at frequent family gatherings. She loved music and enjoyed it when everyone would sing, share love and laughter. She treasured just being together especially with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed making all those around her happy and was always there for whatever her family needed. She taught us all how to love, laugh and cherish each other. We are all blessed with her genuine family spirit. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Tuesday January 8, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday January 9, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VTwhere a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the HALO Foundation, in care of Community National Bank, 4811 US Route 5, Derby, VT 05829.

, 76, of Newport, VT passed away suddenly on January 4, 2013 in Newport. She was born August 29, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY a daughter of Eugene and Irene (Scott) Dwyer. She married Vincent Riccio who predeceased her 15 years ago. Irene enjoyed reading, and doing puzzles. Her family was her greatest joy and she was also a very giving Mother, Grandmother and Aunt. Irene was a police officer for the City of Sunrise, FL where she retired after 22 years of service. She was employed for over 20 years at the former Snow Goose and Margie’s Hallmark in Newport, VT, where she was very well liked by the customers. She is survived by her children: Jean Marie Riccio of Newport, VT and by Louis Riccio of Bellows Falls, VT, by her grandchildren: Sean Riccio of Seattle, and Adam Nager and his wife Heather of Florida. She is also survived by her brother Eugene Dwyer and his wife Kathy of NY, and by her sisters: Elaine Cullen and her husband Robert of ILL, and Patricia Burke of Texas and by many Irish nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister Jane Donnelly. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M. on Wednesday January 9, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday January 10, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VT where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Vermont Affiliate, Inc, 434 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 65, of Newport, VT passed away suddenly on January 2, 2013 in Coventry, VT. He was born October 30, 1947 in Newport, VT a son of Rudolph and Vivian (Brien) Corkins. On June 14, 1970 he married Jo-Anne DeJoseph who survives him. He graduated from Copaigue High School in 1965 in Long Island, NY. Patrick was employed as a machinist at Tivoly in Derby Line, VT where he retired on November 1, 2012. He was a member of the local 1829 Machinist Union and the Derby Lanes Bowling League and Softball League. He loved to take his children and grandchildren fishing. He also loved to watch western movies on television and buy scratch tickets. He is survived by his wife Jo-Anne Corkins of Newport, VT, by his children: Patrick D. Corkins of Newport Center, VT, Samantha L. Knight and her husband Jeremiah of Newport Center, VT, and Cole Corkins and his wife Samantha of Newport Center, VT, by his grandchildren: Patrick T, and Oliva Corkins, Deven, and Mattisen Knight, and Sophie Mae Corkins. He is also survived by a brother Dennis Corkins and his wife Luann of Gouldsboro, Maine and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers: Michael and Rudolph Corkins. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Monday January 7, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday January 8, 2013. Spring interment in Pine Grove Cemetery, Newport, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens’ Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

, 93, of Newport, VT passed away on January 2, 2013 in Derby, VT. She was born June 3, 1919 in Rimouski, Quebec a daughter of Thomas and Alma (Leclerc) Vignola. On July 7, 1937 she married Leonard Lepage who predeceased her on March 25, 1980. Mrs. Lepage was a self-employed seamstress. She made wedding dresses, and different types of upholstery. She also enjoyed knitting. She is survived by her son Robert Lepage and his companion Joan Brunell of Derby, VT, by her grandchildren: Carrie Switser and her husband Elvin of Sutton, VT, Cory Lepage and his partner Mario Gonzalez, Jr of Anchorage, AK, Lisa Lepage of Fairview, TN, Brian Lepage and his wife Kim of Fairview, TN, and by her great grandchildren: Bryson and Emma Lepage and Christine-Rae Switser. She is survived by a step-granddaughter Rhonda Patenuade and her husband Danny and their children: Michael, Tyler and Taylor of Derby Line, VT. She is also survived by her sisters: Jeanne Proux of Rimouski, Que, Sister Lorette Vignola of Salmon Lake, Que, and Giselle Chenard of Bic, Quebec and numerous nieces and nephews and by her special friends: Raymond Patenaude of Newport, VT and Christine Reed of Orleans, VT. She was predeceased by her son Bertrand Lepage on June 10, 1993 and by her sisters and brothers: Raoul, Emanuel, and Narcisse Vignola, Martha Vignola, Blanche Brien, and Jean d’Arc Vignola, Philomine Banville, and Alphonsine Vignola. Friends may call from 6-8 P.M. on Friday January 4, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 37 Lake Road, Newport, VT. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday January 5, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Newport, VT where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Spring interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery on Friday May 17, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport, VT 05855.

, 73, of Hardwick, VT passed away on January 1, 2013 at his home in Hardwick surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 11, 1939 in Brownington, VT to Harold and Olive (Martin) Patrick. Vern grew up in Brownington, Vermont. He joined the National Guards on February 25, 1963 and served for three years, six months and twenty-one days. Additionally he performed eight weeks of basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Vern was a hardworking man. He worked at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT for many years. After that, he worked at Squash Valley in Waterbury, VT. His largest impact was at his most recent position at People’s Academy in Morrisville, VT. Here, he touched the lives of so many students and faculty who even dedicated the 2012 yearbook to him. Vernon first wed Linda Stevens in 1969. They were happily married for twelve years, until Linda passed away in December 1981. Linda and Vernon had four children including Duke, Paula, James, and Mike. Vern remarried in 1994 to Beverly (Cady) Patoine. They were happily married for eighteen years, but were together for many years prior. Beverly brought up two step-children into Vern’s life: Peggy and Joey. Vern was a family man. He enjoyed helping his children in any respect that involved getting his hands dirty. He enjoyed building things and being there for everyone in any way he could. Vern’s smile could light up a room and his laughter will be missed. Vern was preceded in death by his parents: Harold and Olive and his brothers Glenn and Paul and by a son Vernon Patrick, Jr in 1973. He is survived by his wife Beverly Patrick of Hardwick, VT, and his mother-in-law Nellie Cady. Also, brother Pat of Kentucky, and his sisters: Betty Gravel and her husband Robert of Woodbury, VT, Edie Stevens of Orleans, VT, and Nancy Wright and her husband Aldos of Littleton, NH. Also survived by his children: son Duke Patrick and his wife Kathy of Newport, VT, daughter Paula Mallo and her husband Gary, Sr, son James Patrick and his wife Etta and son Michael Patrick and his wife Jennifer all of Hardwick, VT. Vern also had a step-daughter with his first wife Linda: Ailiya who resides in FL with her husband David and daughters: Amanda, Megan, Morgan and Codie. His grandchildren include: Michael, Michelle, Maddison, Erin, Sabrina, Makayla, Linda, Tiffany, Gary,Jr, Christopher, Kytreana, Emma, Thomas, Gracie, Brian, Anthony, and Benjamin. Vern was even lucky enough to meet two great grandchildren: Chase and Connor. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday January 5, 2013 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport,VT. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday January 5, 2013 from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of the funeral. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.

, 32, of North Troy, VT passed away suddenly on January 1, 2013 in Newport, VT. She was born April 23, 1980 in Springfield,VT a daughter of Wilmer McVinney and the late Anita (Fortin) McVinney. She married Donald Coull who survives her. Amanda enjoyed playing bingo and loved her children very much. She is survived by her husband Donald Coull of Island Pond, VT, by her children: Taylor B. Coull and Corbin Coull both of North Troy, VT. She is also survived by her father Wilmer McVinney of NY, and by her two brothers: Patrick McVinney and his wife Amanda of NY, and by Paul McVinney also of NY. She was predeceased by her mother Anita McVinney and by her sister Kathleen Malcolm. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Spring interment in Bellows Falls, VT. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, Inc, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495.