, of Newark, passed away suddenly at his home on March 22, 2016 at the age of 59. He was born in Hartford CT on May 4, 1956, the son of Nancy Ellen (Scranton) and Roger Nelson Cheney. He spent his youth in Connecticut and Vermont, later settling in Newark with his wife Janet in 1994. Scott attended Oliver Wolcott Technical School in Torrington, Conn. where he excelled in all hands-on skills, especially auto mechanics. As a boy, instead of bringing home stray puppies, Scott brought home an amazing collection of rusty, broken motors, engines and car parts to be taken apart, put back together, and fixed. Scott enjoyed carpentry and built the house in Newark. Scott could repair anything from a tiny wrist watch to a town grader. Many of the furnishings in their home were Scott's creations as were many of the innovative machines in his shop and garage. He was also a self taught musician, singer, and song writer who played with groups throughout New England. For the past two years, he co-hosted the monthly jamboree at the West Burke Senior Meal Site with his friend, Jim. Scott leaves behind his wife, Janet; his daughter, Jamie Buhaisi and her husband, Ehab; his mother Nancy Rovero; his brothers, Steve and his wife Judy and Todd; his sister, Ellen Friedler and husband Don; Janet's family; her sister Joan Allard and husband Raymond, sister Joyce Austin, her brother, Bruce Austin and wife Diana; nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held at the West Burke Meal Site located in the town hall building on April 3rd from 1-3pm. Memorial contributions, marked in Scott's name, could be directed to the West Burke Senior Meal Site, P.O. Box 100, West Burke, VT 05871.

of Main St. in St. Johnsbury died Sunday, March 6, 2016 at the age of 29. He had previously been a resident of Johnson. He was born in Burlington on Oct. 21, 1986, the son of Diane Deschamps and Kenneth Couture. He had resided in St. Johnsbury for the past year. He grew up in Westford. He is survived by his wife Shalene Shettini; his mother and father Kenneth Couture and Diane Deschamps of Westford; 2 brothers: Kenny Jr. and Keith; 4 sisters Jessica Couture, Jennifer Couture, Tonya McWilliams and husband Chris, Tamatha McAllister and husband Michael; grandmothers Adeline Couture and Joanne Deschamps; several aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews on both sides of the family. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home in St. Johnsbury Sunday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

, 75, of St. Johnsbury, VT passed from this life peacefully at the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab on March 10, 2016, with her family by her side. She was born in Greensboro, VT on July 16, 1940 to Joseph E. and Marjorie F. (Sheltra) Chouinard. She was the seventh of ten children born to the Chouinards. Jeannette grew up in Greensboro and later married her husband of 51 years, Joseph H. Bedor who predeceased her on June 10, 2011. Joe and Jeannette lived on the Bedor family farm in Stark District, St. Johnsbury, their entire married lives where they took care of Joseph's parents and raised seven children of their own. Jeannette, known more fondly by her family as Meme took great joy over the years in caring for her family and many other extended family members and friends who frequented "The Farm." She always made sure everyone had a full belly when they came to her home, especially her grandchildren who gave her so much joy in her life. Her specialties were Meme's tomato soup which is still a favorite of her grand kids, her yummy apple pies and oh! her chicken pie with biscuits was to die for. She always loved a full house when all her family would come for holiday festivities and Sunday dinners. Her favorite thing to do when everyone got together at the farm was to play a big rowdy game of "Crack", her favorite card game. There are many fond memories by all of us who joined in one of those games. Jeannette and Joe loved to go dancing on Saturday nights when they were younger. In her later years she was still dancing whenever she got the chance such as at her grandson's wedding even though she had to use a walker to help her do it. She was definitely full of spunk and was not one to sit on the side lines. She had a kind of inner strength that was amazing for someone so small and frail. That strength got her through many tough days as her rheumatoid arthritis made life too difficult for her to stay in her home anymore. She had many painful days and this past winter was especially difficult for her but she fought the good fight right til the end and she left this world on her own terms. Jeannette is survived by her children Paul (Leslie) Bedor of St. Johnsbury, VT, Pauline Drown of St. Johnsbury, VT, Louise (Craig) Hartshorn of Concord, VT, Daniel (Janel) Bedor of Siloam Springs, AR, Maurice Bedor (Kim) of St. Johnsbury, VT, Rachel (Casey) Daniels of Lyndonville, VT, and Sylvia Bedor (Shannon Larocque) of St. Johnsbury, VT. Her two brothers Lionel (Marge) Chouinard, Ernest (Noella) Chouinard and five sisters Lorraine Bellevance, Florence (Gene)Dubay, Beatrice (Gaston) Riendeau, Evelyn Rich and Bernadette (Walter) Gallant, four sister-in-laws Claire Chouinard, Lorraine Bedor , Sandra Bedor and Alice Ainsworth as well as seventeen grandchildren, Jason(Elizabeth) Bedor, Fawn, Crystal, Vanessa and Tanya Bedor, Zachary (Beth) and Jacob Drown, Justin Richards (Tina), Curtis (Jessie) Bedor, Conner Bedor, Joseph, Joshua and Keisha Bedor, Desirae and Levi Daniels, Emma and Grace Larocque and four great grandchildren, Faith Richards, Asa and Olin Drown, and Drea Bedor as well as many, many nieces and nephews. Also by her very special care giver Heather Willard Smith, who she adored. She was predeceased by her parents, Joe's parents, two brothers, Roland Chouinard and Emile Chouinard and all but one of Joe's six siblings. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street, St. Johnsbury on Sunday, March 13th from 7-9 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church on the corner of Main Street and Winter Street on Monday, March 14th at 11:00 a.m. A private family burial on the family farm where she will be layed to rest next to Joe will take place later in the summer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab., 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury VT 05819 in her memory and our family would like to thank them for the wonderful care she received while there and the care they showed to all of us in the days leading up to her death.

of Main Street, St. Johnsbury, passed away at home with her family late Wednesday evening, March 9, 2016, at the age of 99. Born in Syracuse, New York on August 22, 1916, she was the daughter of Sylvanus Delamere and May (Sedgwick) Ward. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Edward A. Behr on September 22, 2012. Marcia studied drama at Bennington College, graduating in the class of 1938. One of her fondest memories at Bennington was taking a dance class with the legendary choreographer Martha Graham, who slapped her on her posterior and told her not to stick it out too much! Apparently those lessons paid off, because after college she auditioned for and got a job with a vaudeville dance group called The Twinkle Toed Darlings. But acting was her passion, and after a year as a dancer she left to join the Bulgakov Repertory Company in New York City. Perhaps her proudest moment professionally was when the formidable New York Times reviewer Brooks Atkinson favorably reviewed her 1941 Broadway performance in "Kind Lady." During the Second World War, she served in the Red Cross in Australia and New Guinea. Upon her return from overseas, she worked for the New York City theater producer Alfred de Liagre, while she auditioned for roles on Broadway. But as fate would have it she met Edward A. Behr, a journalist with the Wall Street Journal, on a blind date and within a year they married. After their two sons were born, they moved to Washington, D.C. where Marcia continued to work in theater, both performing and teaching. In 1990, she published Coffee and Sympathy, a memoir about her service in the Red Cross. Even well into her nineties she never lost her focus on acting. She was thrilled to learn that her granddaughter Julia was working in Hollywood in the entertainment industry. She asked Julia, "Can you get me a job?" She is survived by her son Edward A. Behr, Jr. and his wife Kimberly of St. Johnsbury. Her younger son Robert preceded her in death in 2013. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Helen Behr of Madison, Wisconsin; Julia Behr of Los Angeles, California; Maximillian Buckminster and Zane Buckminster of St. Johnsbury; by her daughter-in-law Nancy Graham of Denver, Colorado; and by her many nieces and nephews across the country. The family thanks her devoted caregivers: Mindy MacDougall, Crystal Jones, and Janice Lacey for always making sure her tea was a hot as possible (which was never hot enough). A memorial service will be held in the spring.

of Lyndonville, VT passed away at home early Monday morning, March 21, 2016 at the age of 74. A retired Cambridge police officer, Frank was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Feb. 6, 1942, the son of Francis Sr. and Agnes (Naughton) Horgan. On May 28, 1966 he married Judith Anderson. Three of their four children survive him: their son Brett passed away in 2007. After retiring from a career in law enforcement, he relocated with his family to Kingman, AZ where he worked for Hilton Hotels. He moved to Lyndonville, VT in 2009 with his wife when she was called to pastor two churches. He was an avid Red Sox and Bruins fan. Gardening was his favorite form of relaxation where ever he lived. You could always count on Frank for a good story. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Rev. Judi, current pastor at the First Congregational Church of Lyndonville and East Burke Congregational Church; his son, Andrew (Renee), daughters Beth (Jeffrey) Jaco, and Allyson Horgan; grandsons Trevor, Brennan, and Liam; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son Brett and sister Dorothea Harrison. A celebration of his life will be held at Lyndonville Congregational Church on Saturday April 2nd at 2 p.m. Longtime pastor and friend, the Rev. Roderick MacDonald, will officiate at the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Heifer International or Lyndon Area Food Shelf, P.O. Box 609, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, age 86, of River Road, passed at her home peacefully with family by her side Monday, March 21, 2016. Priscilla was born in Nashua, NH, on January 24, 1930, daughter to the late George and Beatrice (Berube) Revere. She was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury and married Edward Joseph "Pete" Racine on June 1, 1947. She was a wonderful and devoted wife and they were together 70 years. She loved working in her flower beds, going bowling, was a member St. John the Evangelist Church, the local Doll Club and was an Avon representative. She is survived by her husband, Pete Racine of St. Johnsbury; children: Raymond Racine and his wife, Delia, of the Philippines, Gloria Cass and her husband, Edward, of Hartland, VT, Phillip Racine of Palmetto, FL, Phillip's wife, Donna, passed away 2 months ago, also surviving her son: David and wife Nadine McCue of Palmetto, FL; her brother: Paul Revere of Navarre, FL; 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Other family members are: John Nelson of Rhode Island, Joyce Nelson of Peterborough, NH and their children: Julie Nelson of Vermont, Joy O'Rourke of Texas and Jennifer Arsenault of Montana. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at St. John the Evangelist Church on Winter Street in St. Johnsbury. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Caledonia Home Health & Hospice, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

of the Walden Hill Rd. in Danville died Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the age of 89. She was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on Feb. 20, 1927, the daughter of Morris and Elsie (Peck) Bigelow. Her husband Theodore passed away back in 1984. She was also predeceased by sisters Dot Coggins, June Withers, and Marge Fields, and a brother Bob Bigelow. In her younger years she had worked for Fairbanks Scales and the Caledonia National Bank. She was also a teacher's aide for many years at Danville School in the 1980s. She was close friends with Fr. Jon Bruder. She loved spending time with her family, her little dog Steven and her friend Pat Peck. She enjoyed going for rides on the back roads, going out to eat and working in her flowerbeds when she was able. She is survived by three children: son Ted Hutchinson, daughter Tammy Boardman and husband Norman, Jr., son Tim Hutchinson of Danville; three grandchildren Matt Hutchinson, Randee Thompson and husband Bob and Brandon Boardman; a great-granddaughter Aria Thompson; brother-in-law Bill Hutchinson, sister-in-law Evelyn Bigelow; close friends Pat Peck and Dawn Pastula; nieces and nephews. The family will observe their services privately. Memorial contributions could be directed to: Danville Senior Meal sites, 84 Park Street, Danville VT 05828.

, Sr. age 48, formerly of Lyndonville, died from a heart attack at the North Country Hospital in Newport, Vermont, Monday night March 14, 2016. Kevin was born in Brooklyn, NY, on December 19, 1967, son to Joan Ann (Baccellieri) Wheeler and the late James Preston Wheeler. He was raised and educated in Carpentry graduating from Lake Region Union High School in the Class of 1986. He worked at NSA in Lyndonville, and later as a self-employed carpenter. For the past three years he has been employed with Next Level Construction as a contractor. Kevin was a member of the Pleasant Street Baptist Church in St. Johnsbury and enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking, swimming, camping, country music and being outdoors. Kevin's level of energy brightened a room and he had an infectious laughter. Kevin and his grandson Kale have formed an everlasting bond and they really enjoyed their time together. Kevin was very passionate about animals and adored his dog Nigel and grand-dog Brutus. Kevin was an excellent friend and always put others ahead of himself. French will sure miss his side kick and taping buddy. Kevin loved to cook for the neighborhood and wouldn't take "I'm full" for an answer. In the last three years you wouldn't see him without his other half Carrie. She forever changed his life in a positive light. Kevin loved his children dearly and would never hesitate to tell us how proud of he was of our accomplishments. Kevin will be missed by everybody that he touched. His memories will be forever cherished. He is survived by his companion: Carrie Fisher of Newport Center, his son: Kevin, Jr. also of Newport Center, his daughter: Stacey Newsom and husband, Sean, of Claremont, NH, his mother: Joan Wheeler also of Claremont, a brother: Kenny Wheeler and wife, Lisa, of Lyndonville, a sister: Bonnie Ritchotte and husband, Tom, of Littleton, NH, 2 grandchildren: Kale Dubois and Camden Allen, two nieces: Sara Steele and husband, Jonas, Samantha Rossi and husband, Joel, and his good friends David Silloway and Jeffrey French. Funeral Services will be held at 3:30 PM on Friday, March 18, 2016, at the Pleasant Street Baptist Church in St. Johnsbury with Pastor Larry McElhenney officiating. There will be no calling hours. Burial will take place at the Lyndon Center Cemetery in Lyndonville, VT at 11AM on Saturday April 16, 2016. Memorial Donations may be made to the Lyndon Dog Pound, payable to "Town of Lyndon" and mailed to Lyndon Town Clerk, P.O. Box 167, Lyndonville, Vermont 05851.

, age 82, of Burke Hollow, passed away peacefully at his home Friday morning, March 11, 2016. Robert was born in Freeport, ME on June 7, 1933, to the late Howard Everett and Elizabeth Rose (Bean) Williams. He was raised and educated in Marlborough, MA schools and later attended the Worcester School of Business Science. He proudly served 8 years in the U. S. Navy in the 1950's as a Boiler Tender Second Class. He married the former Jane Mary (Carrigan) they shared 50 years together. They made their home in Northborough, MA before moving to Barton and then Burke Hollow in 2003. Robert (Bob) enjoyed antique gasoline engines and was past President of the Vermont Gas and Steam Association. He was not one to sit idle for long and was incredibly talented and motivated to create in so many ways. He loved to restore unique antiques and any kind of small, old engine. He built beautiful furniture from boards out of old barns, and loved to be out in the woods, cutting down and sawing out lumber on his little saw mill. He loved spending time on the coast of Maine with his family, going to yard sales/auctions and was an avid reader. He owned and operated a milk transport business in central Massachusetts and later owned and operated the Black River Lumber Company in Irasburg, VT before retiring and moving to Burke Hollow. In addition to his beloved wife, Jane, he is survived by his two daughters: Carol Mason and husband K.C. of Lyndonville, Tedi Shoemaker and husband, Ned, of Millis, MA, a brother: Daniel Williams and sister: Thelma Williams both of Grafton, MA, a granddaughter: Elizabeth and several cousins, nieces and nephews and many long time "engine show" friends. Funeral services will be held at 3PM on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at the Guibord Funeral Home at the corner of Main and Center Streets in Lyndonville, VT. Friends may call on the family from 1-3PM for visitation at the funeral home prior to services on Sunday. A spring committal service will take place in May with family.

, 49, of Crow Hill in Danville, passed away at home early Thursday morning, March 10, 2016 surrounded by her family. Kathy was born in Huntington, New York on Dec. 8, 1966 to Peter and Beverly (DeJesu) Kerber. Kathy attended public schools in Guilford and Brattleboro, Vermont, Dean Jr. College in Franklin, Mass., and the Fashion Institute of New York City. Before marriage Kathy modeled; she was runner-up and Miss Photogenic at the Miss Vermont pageant. Kathy started the Falls River Inn in Bernardston, Mass. She then went to get her L.P.N. license and worked at Corner Medical and Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital. She loved being with her family, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, and gardening. She is survived by her husband Alex Wright, their two children Griffin and Aliza of Danville; her parents Peter and Beverly Kerber, formerly of Guilford, Vermont and now of Munsonville, New Hampshire; two brothers: Peter Kerber and wife Sheri of Bernardston, Mass., Clinton Kerber and wife Trista of Guilford, Vermont; nieces Madelyn and Sophia; nephews Harrison, Brian, James, and Jonathan. Kathy will be sorely missed. A celebration of Kathy's life will be held at a later time. The family is planning to establish a scholarship in Kathy's memory at both the Danville School and the Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Memorial contributions could be directed to either "The Danville School" (c/o Sonja Bedard, 148 Peacham Road, Danville VT 05828), or the "Craftsbury Outdoor Center" (535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT 05827).

of Main Street, St. Johnsbury, passed away at home with her family late Wednesday evening, March 9, 2016, at the age of 99. Born in Syracuse, New York on August 22, 1916, she was the daughter of Sylvanus Delamere and May (Sedgwick) Ward. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Edward A. Behr on September 22, 2012. Marcia studied drama at Bennington College, graduating in the class of 1938. One of her fondest memories at Bennington was taking a dance class with the legendary choreographer Martha Graham, who slapped her on her posterior and told her not to stick it out too much! Apparently those lessons paid off, because after college she auditioned for and got a job with a vaudeville dance group called The Twinkle Toed Darlings. But acting was her passion, and after a year as a dancer she left to join the Bulgakov Repertory Company in New York City. Perhaps her proudest moment professionally was when the formidable New York Times reviewer Brooks Atkinson favorably reviewed her 1941 Broadway performance in "Kind Lady." During the Second World War, she served in the Red Cross in Australia and New Guinea. Upon her return from overseas, she worked for the New York City theater producer Alfred de Liagre, while she auditioned for roles on Broadway. But as fate would have it she met Edward A. Behr, a journalist with the Wall Street Journal, on a blind date and within a year they married. After their two sons were born, they moved to Washington, D.C. where Marcia continued to work in theater, both performing and teaching. In 1990, she published Coffee and Sympathy, a memoir about her service in the Red Cross. Even well into her nineties she never lost her focus on acting. She was thrilled to learn that her granddaughter Julia was working in Hollywood in the entertainment industry. She asked Julia, "Can you get me a job?" She is survived by her son Edward A. Behr, Jr. and his wife Kimberly of St. Johnsbury. Her younger son Robert preceded her in death in 2013. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Helen Behr of Madison, Wisconsin; Julia Behr of Los Angeles, California; Maximillian Buckminster and Zane Buckminster of St. Johnsbury; by her daughter-in-law Nancy Graham of Denver, Colorado; and by her many nieces and nephews across the country. The family thanks her devoted caregivers: Mindy MacDougall, Crystal Jones, and Janice Lacey for always making sure her tea was a hot as possible (which was never hot enough). A memorial service will be held in the spring.

, age 82, of Marshall Newland Road, passed away at his home, Tuesday evening, March 8th, 2016, with his family by his side after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Doug was born in Cambridge, MA, on August 4, 1933, son to the late Kevin T. and Edith (Hutchins) Lyons. He was raised and educated in Auburndale, MA, graduating from Brown & Nichols in the class of 1951. He matriculated to Princeton University, graduating Cum Laude from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs in 1955. Doug then served two years in the U.S. Army stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany. He was awarded sharp shooter honors and worked as a radio operator. In 1960 he married Diane Brackett and shared 55 years together. They made their home in Concord then Groton, MA. He worked as a Bond Trader for Weeden & CO., and was later Vice President of Municipal Bond Sales at Smith Barney, when he retired in 1987. Doug designed and built his vacation home in East Burke, VT in 1971, and made the move permanently to the Northeast Kingdom in 1988. Douglas enjoyed an eclectic array of hobbies and passions. Often he would be seen doting on his daughter "Joaner" as he chauffeured her to-and-fro their favorite local stops, maintaining equal patronage at both the Northeast Kingdom Store and the East Burke Market for afternoon coffee. Doug escorted his wife Diane and Joan to Saturday afternoon masses at St. Elizabeth's Church, faithfully occupying the same pew, in the second-to-last row. And almost without fail, Doug would prepare an evening repast for guests and family, meeting the gourmet standards of Fanny Farmer and Julia Childs. The experience was only further enhanced by the full-flavor provender from his various gardens to rival Provence. Doug's recreational activities varied from decades long membership in the 1st Run Club at Burke Mountain, to "snapping his brutish forearms" as he drove golf balls lofty distances at Orleans Country club with cohorts Gator, Ford, and Fred. And of course there were his near daily forays onto the serpentine paths he carved into the woods near his perch overlooking the mountains. Evenings were spent in his "Patton Room" pouring through dense tomes from his extensive military history library. Douglas will be greatly missed by his family, his friends, his fellow parishioners and all fortunate enough to gather round his Table of Plenty. It should also be noted that Douglas was an honorary member of the St. Elizabeth's Women's Group. His presence and his gourmet dishes will be sorely missed at their functions. Doug is survived by his beloved bride Diane, of East Burke, his son: Crawford Lyons (Lynn) of Concord, NH, three daughters: Jennifer R. Lyons (John Campbell) of Sun Valley, ID, Joan Lyons of East Burke, NoA l Lyons of Brookline, MA, two sisters: Deborah Beach of Bangor, ME, Jean Chandler of Lebanon, NH, 5 grandchildren: Ross, Ryon and Jasmine Campbell, Zed and Bracket Lyons and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Kevin Lyons and sister Anne Lyons. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Church on High Street in Lyndonville, VT, with Rev. Fr. Chris Micale as celebrant. Burial will take place at St. Elizabeth Cemetery in Lyndonville, VT, on June 10, 2016 at 4pm. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM on Friday evening March 18th at the Guibord Funeral Home located at the Corners of Main and Center Streets, in Lyndonville. Memorial donations may be made in Doug's name to: Homes for Our Troops, 6 Main St., Taunton, MA 02780.

of North Danville passed away on Tuesday evening, March 8, 2016. Robert was born in Burke, VT on September 4, 1929 to Robert James McGill and Tennie Gaskill McGill. Robert attended elementary school in Barnet and North Danville Village School and graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School. After graduation, Robert was drafted into the Army during the Korean conflict and shipped to Ft. Devens, MA. for basic training. Due to his high IQ score and typing skills, he was sent to Vint Hill Farms Station - USASA - Army Security Agency- in Warrenton, VA. to learn cryptology. From Virginia, he was transferred to California and then traveled by ship to Camp Oji, Tokyo, Japan to serve with ASAPAC - Army Security Agency Pacific. Robert loved his time spent in the military and would have stayed had his fiancAC.e, Irma, not been waiting for him at home. Bob and Irma (Ryder), who pre-deceased him in 2011, were married on July 31, 1954 and spent the majority of their lives in a home their family built in North Danville. Bob was a "transmission man," working as a mechanic at several automotive garages in St. Johnsbury and then for himself in a garage he, his father-in-law and brother-in-law built. Irma always said he was never happier than when under the hood of a car. He had a passion for cars and was involved with local racing at the Waterford racetrack, Groveton Speedway, and Thunder Road. He was chief mechanic for his great nephew's racecar and the team won many races including a season championship. Bob loved to read; he stayed well informed, reading three daily newspapers most of his life, along with any novels with a military, mystery or western theme. Bob also loved attending county fairs since childhood - enjoying the food, the smells and the people. He couldn't resist homemade doughnuts, baking powder biscuits, shell beans and hot dogs. Bob and Irma enjoyed camping in their motor home, traveling to Florida and Maine - visiting old acquaintances and making new friends along the way. Robert is survived by three children: Melinda McGill Warren (Robert), Robert James (Kate), and Douglas (Pat). He is also survived by seven treasured grandchildren (by age) Rebecca McGill, Tyler McGill, Haley McGill Parizo (Dustin), William Warren, Kelley McGill, Sarah Warren and Megan McGill and one great grandson, Bryson James Parizo. In addition, he leaves behind a sister-in-law, Joyce Ryder, brother-in-laws, Dale Ryder and Charles Myrick, and many nieces and nephews. Robert was pre-deceased by his parents, six sisters and one brother, and several nieces and nephews. According to Robert's wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral services. Robert lost many members of his family to ALS, therefore donations may be sent in Robert's name to: The Curtis R. Vance Foundation, Inc., 1 Woods Lane, Simsbury, CT 06070.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Monday, March 7, 2016. She was born June 4, 1931 in St. Johnsbury, VT, the daughter of E. Lloyd McKee and Margaret (Beattie) McKee. She attended public schools in St. J. and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1949. She attended Bay Path Junior College in Longmeadow, Mass. Mom was all about family. Be it in the U.S. or Canada, her parents, aunts and uncles, sons and step-daughters, nieces and nephews, grandson and granddaughters she always went out her way to make contact and be part of their lives. She would forever send cards for every occasion to let you know she was thinking of you. Elsie was a true Vermonter. She loved her hometown of St. J. and her home state of Vermont. Elsie would follow and root for the home team in all sporting events. She thoroughly enjoyed an afternoon drive to see the fall foliage in the Vermont countryside. Elsie especially liked the "sugaring" season. She so looked forward to fresh maple syrup with raised donuts and any sugar on snow gathering she could get to. Elsie was the consummate humanitarian. Whether it was taking care of her residents at Sunset Home or running errands, cooking a meal, or caring for family, neighbors and friends she was always willing to help. Elsie was employed in the dental office of Dr. Franklin G. Hovey from 1950-1966 when he retired from dentistry and sold his practice to Dr. Hubert Hawkins. She continued to work for Dr. Hawkins until 1990. She then became manager of Sunset Home, an assisted living care facility in St. J, until her retirement in 1996. She continued to serve on the ladies board of directors of Sunset Home until she left St. J in 1998. Elsie was married to George D. Dezell in 1951 and they had two sons. Craig Dezell of Greensboro, VT and Eric Dezell of St. Johnsbury, VT. In June of 1998 she married E. Dean Finney, formerly of St. J, moved to Virginia and then Dean and her moved back for good to St. Johnsbury in 2005. She had been a dedicated member of the North Congregational Church since 1944 serving as Deacon, Treasurer of Missions for over 30 years and as a member of the Business Stewardship and Missions Committees and Executive Council. She was church group leader for many years. She served as chairperson for many United Workers Standing Committees as well as its President. Elsie also served on the St. J Clothing Center Board of Directors representing North Church until its closing in 1998. Elsie was most appreciative and proud when she was designated as Deacon Emeritus for her long time and dedicated service to her beloved church. She was an active alumna of St. Johnsbury Academy and served a term on the Alumni Council. Elsie is survived by her two sons; Craig Dezell with his daughter Erin and Eric Dezell with his sons Gunnar and Becket. Three nieces: Ellen Townsend, Brenda Yeager with husband John and their daughter Lauren and Cheryl Fanning and her son Jarryd; two step-daughters: Melissa Stachacz and husband John with their daughter Jennifer and her husband Daniel Spirk and their son Owen and Cynthia Finney Davidson and Fred Richardson with Cindy's daughters Sara Davidson and partner Bryan Sykes and their sons Griffin and Shepherd Sykes, and Stacy Davidson of Somerville, Mass.; and Brother-in-law Graham Finney and his wife Katherine. Elsie Finney was predeceased by her husband Dean in Oct. of 2015, George Dezell in 2013, sister Vilma McKee Bijolle and her husband Peter, Brother-in-law Marty Townsend, brother-in-law Warner Finney and his wife Betty, and by Martha Rose wife of Craig Dezell. Service will be held at 11AM Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at the North Congregational Church, in St. Johnsbury. Friends may call on the family Monday evening the 14th from 6-8PM at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Burial will take place in the springtime 2016 at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in St. Johnsbury. Memorial Donations may be made in Elsie's name to North Congregational Church, 1325 Main Street, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 22, of Concord, affectionately known as 'RePete', died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Born in Bristol, Connecticut on July 1, 1993, Peter was an auto mechanic through and through and was employed at L&T Auto on the East St. Johnsbury Rd. He was a fun-loving and caring young man. He loved going out mudding, fishing, working on cars, hunting and, most of all, spending time with his son Kaiden. He is survived by his fiancAC.e Ashley Nelson and their nine and half month old son Kaiden Lavoie; his mother Lena McCarty and his step-father Everett McCarty of Concord, his father Peter D. Lavoie, his fiancAC.e Emily Blodgett and her daughter Ariana of North Haverhill N.H.; his step-mother Maria Whitehead of North Haverhill N.H.; his maternal grandfather Henry Card and Jennifer of Seymour Ct., paternal grandmother Frances Lavoie of Littleton N.H., paternal grandfather Leo Lavoie of Bethlehem N.H. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters: Mark Lavoie of North Haverhill N.H.; Lester Warzocha and Ryan of Connecticut, Alyssa McCarty of Cabot, Emilie Whitehead and Joe of Woodsville N.H., Amber Foran and husband Larry of Torrington Ct., Cory McCarty and Savanah of Bethlehem N.H., Richard Lavoie and wife Tammy of St. Johnsbury, Ryan Angel of Woodleaf N.C.; all his 'best friends', aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was very close to his maternal grandmother, Lena Card, who passed in 2005. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home this Saturday, March 12 from 1-4 p.m. Graveside services and burial will be on Thursday, May 5 at 11 a.m at the Riverside Cemetery on the South Lunenburg Rd. in Lunenburg. Anyone wishing to attend would be welcome. Youth hunting, and the teaching of the etiquette of hunting, were important to Peter. Memorial contributions could be directed to the 'GMCC Endowment Fund' (Green Mountain Conservation Camp), Vermont Fish and Wildlife Dep't, 1 National Dr. (Davis 2), Montpelier VT 05602-3702. This fund supports youth education seminars conducted throughout the year at Buck Lake in Woodbury.