, formerly of West Danville, VT, died peacefully at Vergennes Residential Care Home on November 20, 2015 surrounded by those who loved her. She was 89 years old. Florence was born in Berlin, New Hampshire on May 6, 1926. She was the third of four children born to Edmund and Nellie (Keenan) Bell. Growing up during the Great Depression, she learned the value of service, sacrifice, and hard work--traits that would come to exemplify her life. After her graduation from Berlin High School in 1944, she entered the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps, a program established by the Federal Government in 1943 to ensure that there would be enough nurses to care for its citizens on both the home and war fronts. She completed her training at Brightlook Hospital Training School for Nurses in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, where she met her future husband, war veteran Wayland Wright. After passing her state nursing boards and becoming an R.N., they were married on November 27, 1948. Florence became a highly respected nurse and one of the first in the state of Vermont to be certified to treat polio patients. She eventually took on the added responsibilities of floor supervisor, emergency room supervisor, and ultimately night supervisor for "the house." In an age where relatively few women, especially those who were married with children, entered the workforce, Florence somehow managed to balance caring for her growing family and advancing in her career, maneuvering the challenging hours and responsibilities of the night shift at several major regional hospitals. Aside from her career as a nurse, Florence's life revolved around caring for her children, her disabled husband, and her ailing mother-in-law. Through it all, she managed to take classes during the day in order to stay current in medical advancements and treatments. She was twice awarded for her distinguished service in the field of nursing. Though she retired in 1988, she continued to learn and grow, earning a degree in Liberal Arts from Vermont Community College. Florence and Wayland were married for nearly 45 years until his death in 1993. Together they raised five children--Robert, Theresa, David, Steven, and Catherine. They established a home on Joe's Pond in West Danville, Vermont in 1964 where Florence continued to live until 2004 when she sold the family home and moved into senior housing on Grand View Avenue in Danville. She was a devoted member of Queen of Peace Church. In 2013 Florence moved into the Vergennes Residential Care Home in Vergennes, Vermont to be closer to her daughter, Theresa. Florence was predeceased by her loving husband, Wayland, and her older brother, Oliver Bell. She leaves behind her children: Robert and wife Diane of Leland, North Carolina; Theresa and husband Matthew Maynard of Charlotte, Vermont; David and wife Vera of Essex Center, Vermont; Steven and wife Celina of Barnet, Vermont; Catherine and husband Craig Hunnicutt of Gibson, Georgia; and grandchildren Sarah, Joshua, Jennifer, Megan, Ethan, Samuel, James, Hilary, Jacob, Dorn, Jeb, Katelyn, Jonathan, and Jacob. She was "Grammy the Great" to Tristan, Lydia, Emma, Samuel, Landon, Amelia, Jordan, Jaiden, and Eirene. She also leaves an older brother, Robert Bell and wife Doris of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, a younger sister, Helen McCarty and husband Winston of Concord, New Hampshire, and nine nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home this Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 6-8 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Danville on Wednesday, Nov 25, at 11 a.m. at the Our Lady Queen of Peace Church. Burial will follow at the Danville Green Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution on our mother's behalf to the Vergennes Residential Care Home Activities Fund. We are so grateful for the music, merriment, and rich creative pursuits that so enriched her life there. We wish, in her memory, to perpetuate these joyful, life-affirming activities for others. Please make checks payable to 'VRCH Activities Fund', Vergennes Residential Care Home, 34 North Street, Vergennes, VT 05491.

, 65, of East Peacham Road, Peacham, Vermont, passed away at the Dartmouth Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, Monday, June 29, 2015, following complications after surgery. Rita was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, July 4, 1949, daughter to the late Edmund N. and Clara Marie (Bedor) Lessard. She grew up and went to school in St. Johnsbury and on Oct. 28, 1967, she married Richard L.F. Woodward. They made their home in Peacham, raising two boys and she has lived there ever since. For several years she worked at Quality Stitching in St. Johnsbury. Rita's hobbies included quilting, taking trips to York, Maine, plus a journey to Malibu Beach in California along with the road trip with Rob and Rich back to Vermont. Rita liked watching the birds, especially hummingbirds, spending time with her cat, Kittybaby, and every year watching the fireworks on her birthday. She was a longtime blood donor hitting the gallon mark, and she loved BINGO playing often and in nearly every venue throughout the Kingdom. Above this her family was most precious to her and she so very much loved her grandbabies. Her faith was very important to her and she could often be found saying her prayers along with Mother Angelica on EWTN. Rita is survived by her sons: Richard L.F., Jr. and (Mary Mason) of Passumpsic, Vermont, Robert E. and (Amanda) of Danville, Vermont, her siblings: Ms. Maria Lessard of Barnet, Leo Lessard and (Judy) of Lyndonville, Edmund Lessard and (Diane) of St. Johnsbury, her "Sista": Sandy Bedor of St. Johnsbury, and 3 sisters-in-law: Phyllis Burrington of Danville, Lucy Surridge of Barnet, Vivian May and (Jack) of Marshfield, 3 grandchildren: Ezekiel, Isaiah, and Noah Woodward, an uncle, three aunts, many nieces and nephews and many, many BINGO friends! She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Richard "Dick" Woodward, Sr. on Oct. 17, 2009, and her brother: Joseph Lessard. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2015, at the Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Danville, Vermont with Rev. Bernard E. Gaudreau as celebrant. Burial will be private. Friends may call on the family from 6-8 p.m. Thursday evening, July 9 at the Sayles Funeral Home on Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Memorial donations for her grandchildren's savings fund may be sent in care of Maria Lessard, 62 Strobridge Hill, Barnet, Vermont 05821.

, 79, of Lower Waterford, Vermont, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 3, 2015. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Anna moved with her family to Moorestown, New Jersey when she was a child. She graduated from Moorestown High School in 1953, attended Philadelphia Biblical Institute and, in 1956, married her long-time friend Bill Willis. Anna and Bill raised their children in Moorestown and then moved to Lower Waterford and built a home there nearly 30 years ago. Anna worked at Garnet Hill in Franconia, New Hampshire, and was an active member of Union Baptist Church in Lower Waterford. For the past several years, she and Bill have led the church's Grief Share group in support of individuals who lost a loved one. She also was known and loved by many for the card ministry she created that brought encouragement and hope to people throughout the region and beyond. Anna is survived by her husband, William, of Lower Waterford; daughter Barbara (and husband Roger) Cousineau of Turner, Maine; sons David (and wife Jessica) of Littleton, New Hampshire and Steven (and wife Debbie) of Haddon Heights, New Jersey); ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brother, George Landers, Jr. A memorial service and celebration of Anna's faith and testimony will take place Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 11:00 am at Union Baptist Church, 932 U.S. Route 5, St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, individuals wishing to honor Anna do so by donating to the building fund of East Auburn Baptist Church (560 Park Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210), which is pastored by daughter Barb's husband, Roger; or to the Waterford Fire Department (P.O. Box 90, Lower Waterford, VT 05848), where Bill has been a volunteer member for years.

of St. Johnsbury died Saturday, May 23, 2015. She was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on August 28, 1980, the daughter of Rocklyn and Elizabeth (Tobey) Rice. She attended St. Johnsbury Academy with the class of 1998, later obtaining her GED. Her treasures were her children. She was very proud of Austin's culinary delights that he created at St. Johnsbury Academy and would surprise her with each afternoon. Levi's wrestling and football abilities would occupy much of her time with her cheering from the sidelines, and Taniel and her Mom shared a passionate love for frogs and had an extensive frog collection that often included live frogs. She loved her family and the out of doors, always exposing her children to hiking, fishing, camping and four wheeling; creating many beautiful memories with her children. She is survived by her three children: Austin Dale Rice and Levi Scott Rice living in Waterford, and Taniel Autumn Farrow of Florida; her parents Rocklyn and Elizabeth Rice of Concord; maternal grandfather Thornton 'Ben' Tobey of Fairhaven, Mass., paternal grandmother Joan Bryant of Waterford; sisters Katherine Rice of Waterford, Karen Rice of St. Johnsbury, Ozora Rice of Concord; five nieces and nephews: Kaila, Kelsey, Anthony, David, and Neiko; several aunts and uncles living in Massachusetts and Rhode Island; aunt Deborah St. Jean and uncle George, uncle Benny Tobey and aunt Nancy, uncle Thomas Tobey, aunt Pamela Tobey; aunt Diana Rice and uncle David, uncle Richard Bryant of Florida, aunt Debbie Lawson and uncle Rob of Waterford, Vt. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, including her special best friend Theresa Newland and her son Nathan and her canine companion Rocky. Family and friends will gather at the Sayles Funeral Home this Friday evening, May 29 from 5-8 p.m. Her funeral service will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home on Saturday, May 30 at 11 a.m. Committal services will follow at the Riverside Cemetery in Waterford. Memorial contributions for the benefit of her children could be directed to 'The Kimberly Willis Memorial Fund', c/o Community National Bank, 857 Memorial Dr., Suite 2, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 63, of St. Johnsbury, Vermont passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Douglas was born on November 22, 1951 in Austria, the son of Seaver and Betty Pitman Willey. Doug started working in the woods in Walden, as a logger, with his good friend Nate Foster. He then began his legal career as an investigator in Caledonia County and later followed his passion for helping others as the Public Defender of Caledonia, Essex and Orleans Counties. Doug loved the outdoors, his horses, his trips to California and especially looked forward to camping with the girls every summer. He loved driving the backroads of Vermont with his faithful companion, Marley. Doug married Diane LaFerriere in 1976 and had two daughters, Morgan Emily and Kamilah Faith. In 2002 Doug married the love of his life, Cynthia Dodge Willey, bringing three more daughters into his life. He was exceptionally proud of being the father of 5 girls. He was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Willey, their blended family, daughters Morgan Willey, Kamilah Willey, Abigail Campbell, Lydia Trebilcock and Julia Trebilcock and his grandson Warren Campbell. He is also survived by his siblings, Dianne Larkin of Chicago, Donna Howard of California, Barb Kelley of California and Jon Willey of Pennsylvania. A reception to honor his life will be held at Doug and Cindy's home on Sunday, March 22, 2015 from 2 - 5 pm. Friends and family are invited to stop by during this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Northeast Kingdom Youth Services, 24 Bagley Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 87, longtime resident of Allen Court in St. Johnsbury, passed away at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, July 17, 2015, with family at her side. Marguerite was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, on Dec. 8, 1927, the daughter of Charles and Frances (Legendre) Willey. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1945. For 31 years she was employed with the Passumpsic Savings Bank, retiring as an assistant treasurer. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. She was devoted to her faith and volunteered many hours for the church and at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center. She is survived by her brothers Gerald 'Bud' Willey of St. Johnsbury and Richard 'Dick' Willey of Barre; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Evelyn LeClerc, her brothers Bernard Willey and Carroll Willey, as well as good friends Rita and Claire Morency. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 21, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. There will be a visiting hour at the funeral home preceding the Mass on Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions could be made to the Good Shepherd School, 121 Maple St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of Littleton and formerly St. Johnsbury Center, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the age 67. He was diagnosed with cancer about a year ago. He was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on March 23, 1948. His mother, Sarah Mathews Wiggin, passed away July 12, 2013. His daughter Brooke also predeceased him. Following graduation from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1966, he enlisted in the US Air Force. He served most of the time aboard a KC135 tanker, a mid-air refueling plane, over three continents. He served over a year in Vietnam; his final assignment was with the 509th SPS group. Rik worked at Burndy's in Littleton as a lathe operator. Among his interests were amateur radio (N1XED), astronomy, wildlife, ISS (International Space Station), satellites, Scroll Saw Creations, LARK (Littleton Amateur Radio Club, the VFW and American Legion, and ARRL. He is survived by his father, Charles K. Wiggin, sister Deborah Wiggin Matthews of South Burlington, son Joshua S. Packard and granddaughter Alexis Packard of St. Johnsbury Center and a granddaughter Raegan Monroe of Cerro Gordo, NC; an uncle and several cousins. There will be no services. The family will have his remains buried at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Orleans. Memorial contributions could be directed to The First Congregational Church, PO Box 276, St. Johnsbury Center VT 05863.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015 at the age of 92. She had resided at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center since Feb. of 2008. She was born in St. Johnsbury on May 1, 1923, the daughter of George and Ienze (Libbey) Lenton. She graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 1941. For sixteen years Milly worked at St. Johnsbury Trucking Co. She especially loved her last job selling tickets at The Star Theatre. She was the treasurer at the VFW Auxiliary for years and years. She is survived by all eight of her children: George Whitney and his wife Ruby of Hardwick, Ruth Marceau and husband Glendon of Peacham, Bryce Whitney and wife Marion of Hyde Park, Russell Whitney and wife Helen of No. Andover, Massachusetts, Debbie Ruggles and husband Roland of Lyndonville, Patti Hatch of Groton, Nikki Young and husband Ronald of St. Johnsbury, Wendi Willson and husband Dennis of North Concord; sister Caroline Tobin of Goffstown, New Hampshire; 20 of her 21 grandchildren and their extended families. She was predeceased by a grandson Michael Hatch, Jr., brother Robert Lenton and his wife Lorraine, and a brother-in-law Howard Tobin. The family will observe their services privately. Memorial contributions, marked for 'Resident Activities Fund', could be directed to the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 65, of Mud Hollow Road, passed away at the NVRH in St. Johnsbury, VT, Wednesday, November 25, 2015, after suffering a heart attack at her home. Penny was born in Morrisville, VT, on November 21, 1950, daughter to the late Erval and Kay Shedd. She was raised and educated in Morrisville, graduated from Peoples Academy and went on to receive her Bachelor's Degree in Randolph through the CCV. Penny had a big heart and always thought of others before herself. She worked as a caregiver and loved taking care of Karen who has been with the family for six years. Penny knitted and was an avid reader, but her main loves were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her focus and attention never strayed far from them in anything she did. She was a remarkable women, worker, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Often being called mom by so many because of her loving and caring ways. She will be greatly missed by many. Penny is survived by her husband, Leroy, who have shared over 25 years together, her sons: Paul Patoine and wife, Annie of Kirby, VT, Ray Barnes of St. Johnsbury, VT, her 3 brothers: Kendall Shedd of Morrisville, VT, Thad Shedd and his wife Lisa, of Wolcott, VT, Dean Shedd and his wife Rosie, of Hyde Park, VT, Her 4 sisters: Navia Shedd , of Hardwick, VT, Bonnie Tallman, of Morrisville, VT, Connie Couture and her husband Dominic, of Morrisville, VT, Linda Morea and her husband Bob, of Morrisville, VT, and 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Penny was predeceased by a daughter: Tammy Boardman in 2005 and her adoptive parents, Lenard and Roberta Sears of Morrisville, VT. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM Friday, December 4, 2015, at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville, VT. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

, of Maple St. in St. Johnsbury, died of drowning Saturday, July 25, 2015 at The Pines Island picnic area at The Moore Dam in Littleton at the age of 24. He was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on April 24, 1991, the son of James and Tina (Pond) Way. His father passed away eleven years ago. Scott was employed at Eastern Main Market in St. Johnsbury for the past six months. He had previously worked at Horizons Deli in St. Johnsbury and as a logger for Steve Lowrey. He was really into motor-cross, loved to camp and cook, and weigh lifted most every day. In the wintertime he enjoyed snowboarding at Burke Mt. He was especially close to his brother Eric and girlfriend Heather. He and Heather attended church at The Union Baptist Church. He is survived by ]his girlfriend Heather Braun; ]his mother Tina Briggs and her husband Allyn of St. Johnsbury; ]maternal grandmother Cathy Pond of Concord; ]paternal grandmother Ann Way of Littleton N.H].; step-grandparents Harry and Margaret Briggs of St. Johnsbury]; two brothers: Eric Way of St. Johnsbury, Michael Larocque and Heaven of Canaan N.H., ]sister Sara Lee Larocque and husband David Hodge of Canaan N.H., ]two step-sisters Mindi Briggs and Branden Rosengren of St. Johnsbury, Shannon Berry and husband Scott of Woodsville N.H.; ]step-brother Tim Briggs and Michelle Skinner of Concord; ]Heather's parents Brenda and Rick Bedor of St. Johnsbury; all his aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A gathering of friends and family will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home this Friday, July 31, from 6-8 p.m. The gathering will conclude at 7:45 p.m. with a prayer service led by his uncle, Brian White.

, 61, of Calkins Camp Road, passed away unexpectedly from a recently discovered condition at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Monday, July 20, 2015. Joyce was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, March 16, 1954, daughter to the late, John and Ethel (Stuart) Jones. She was raised and educated in Concord, VT and married Michael K. Walsh on May 28, 1977; they shared over 38 years together and have lived in Danville for 34 years coming from St. Johnsbury & Lyndonville. Joyce has been a daycare provider nearly all her life from babysitting as a teenager to watching children and grandchildren in her home, all of which prepared her for her love and care for her family. Her family meant everything to her especially her children and grandchildren. She did everything with them which included attending all the sports events and going to all the concerts. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, riding her motorcycle with her husband, working on her vegetable garden, and playing with her grandkids in her pool. In addition to her beloved husband, Michael, she is survived by her children: Christopher M Walsh and his wife Brittany of Danville, Meredith Gilbert and her husband Shawn of Peacham; 6 beloved grandchildren: Hunter, Madisyn, Toby, Shane, Haidyn and Kenzey; her 8 siblings: Jennifer Fleming of Fredericksburg, VA, Ronald Jones of St. Johnsbury, Judy Wheelock (Max) of Woodbury, VT, Jacqueline "Jackie" Leigh (Jerry) of W. Danville, John Jones (Phyllis) of N. Concord, Rachel Storey (Stanley) of Calais, VT, Wanda Poor (David) of St. Johnsbury, Harold Lunnie ( Denise) of Concord, her very special cousins: Cynthia Stuart and Susan Noyes, many nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her step-father: Milton Lunnie, her aunt & Uncle: Henry & Mildred Stuart and her mother-in-law: Dorothy Walsh. Friends may call on the family for visitation from 3-5PM on Saturday, July25, 2015, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, VT. Burial will be private. Donations may be made in Joyce's name to the Smile Train for Shane, and mailed to Smile Train, PO Box 96231, Washington, D.C. 20090-6231.

, Sr., age 62, of Cleveland, TN, passed away at the Tennova Health Care Center in Cleveland, Friday, November 6, 2015. Stanley was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, on August 21, 1953, son to the late Donald A. Young, Sr. and Clara (Persons) Young. He grew up in St. Johnsbury and went on to serve in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany. He married Lucienne Yvonne Therriault and shared several years together until her passing in 1987. Stan was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, St. Judes, the VFW, NHRA and supporter of the APSCA and the National Fish and Wildlife. He enjoyed fishing and working on cars and trucks as a mechanic and carpentry work. He had many skills and interests; he could even crochet delicate items. He is survived by his son Stanley A. Young, Jr of Jericho, VT; brothers: Donald Young of St. Johnsbury, VT, Roger Young of Cleveland, TN, Robert Young Sr. of St. Johnsbury Center, VT and Rodney Young of Bradford, VT; sisters: Lois Young and Louise Young both of St. Johnsbury, VT. A Graveside service will be held at 1PM on Thursday, November 12, 2015 at the Concord Cemetery on Prospect Street in Concord, VT. Friends may call on the family for visitation from 10-12PM Thursday morning at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, VT.

, Jr. - Annabelle Young age 6 and Robert A. Young Jr age 41 Both died in a tragic accident on August 3, 2015. Beloved daughter and husband of 18 years to Rebecca Young of Concord, VT. Besides his wife & mother They leave behind her sister & daughter Brooklyn Young. Other family members include; Jonathan Young and family, Walter Belliveau and family, Nicholas Belliveau and family, Trisha Belliveau, maternal grandmother; Bernadette Levick and Gary Gingras, maternal grandfather; Douglas Levick, Alysia Levick, great-grandmother; Florence Bechard, and Walter, Sr. and Stacy Belliveau. Robert's mother: Marie and Jack Irons, brother: Kevin Young and family, Chris Beattie, Amy Harper, step-mother; Gloria Young, father; Fr. Robert A. Young, Sr. and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. They were predeceased by a sister-in-law/aunt: Tina Levick. Robert was employed at Common Ground in Whitefield, NH. Annabelle attended Concord Grammer School. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home on Monday, August 10 from 6-8 PM . In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: North Country Federal Credit Union, attn.: Rebecca Young, P O Box 775, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Friday, April 17, 2015 at the age of 89. He received wonderful care while at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center for the past month. Joe was born to Stanley and Stella (Patla) Zabrosky in Boston, Mass. on Aug. 1, 1925. Upon the death of his father as a young boy, his mother raised her three boys in South Boston during the Great Depression. He was known to take the quarter he was given to go get a haircut and instead buy a bleacher seat at Fenway Park! Joe enlisted in the Army radio corps in 1946 and was stationed in Italy. He was able to travel throughout Europe and even met Ernest Hemingway in the Italian Alps. After being honorably discharged in April of 1948, he was employed at Raytheon Corp. as a quality control magnetron inspector of the first microwave tubes. There he met Mary Thatcher Milligan and they married Sept. 13, 1953. They decided they wanted to raise their two daughters in a more wholesome environment and escape the hectic pace of suburban Boston. So they purchased a 150 hill farm in Passumpsic in the fall of 1956. The first winter Joe and Mary shared the farmhouse with the Holbrooks from whom they purchased the property and learned the basics of dairy farming. Joe found a co-career as a candy maker at Maple Grove Farms where he was employed over 30 years. Joe learned many lessons about farming and rural life, many the hard way, but they managed to succeed and thrive on Keyser Hill Farm. He particularly enjoyed haying, cutting firewood, taking dips in the wooden barrel (continually filled from a stream adjacent to the farm house with near freezing water!), and filling the two woodstoves to keep the house as hot as possible in the winter. Joe always enjoyed a joke. A memorable one was when his daughter Jayne and longtime neighbor and friend Armando Bona put several spiny hornpout into the soaking barrel. Joe found a big surprise on that hot afternoon! Joe and Mary enjoyed 35 years together until she lost her battle with cancer July 28, 1988. Joe retired from Maple Grove in 1990 and found comfort and companionship with Celia Lamontagne of St. Johnsbury. Joe and Celia were married May 25, 1991. They enjoyed traveling throughout the United States, the Caribbean, and Europe during their retirement years. Joe was predeceased last year by his older daughter, Beth Cesare, and earlier by his brothers Stanley and Frank. He is survived by his wife Celia Zabrosky, daughter Jayne Phelps and husband Keith of Passumpsic; three grandchildren: Forrest Cesare and wife Dianna of Wolcott, Connecticut, Rebecca Washburn of Duluth, Georgia, and Ethan Phelps of Stockbridge, Vermont; three great-grandchildren: Tyler Winslow and Alexa Washburn both of Duluth, Georgia, and Alice Mae Phelps of Stockbridge, Vermont; Celia's brother Paul Lamontagne and wife Lorraine of Colchester, Celia's sister Alice Goyette and her husband Francis of St. Johnsbury; nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Johnsbury next week, Thursday, April 30, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held the evening before from 6-8 p.m. Memorial contributions Good Shepherd School, 121 Maple St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819; or marked for 'Hospice,' payable to 'Caledonia Home Health', 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.