, age 61, of Depot Hill Road, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Sunday, July 31, 2016. Pat was born in Portland, Maine, on April 1, 1955, daughter to the late James Albert, Jr. and Phyllis Tracy (Rand) Vaughan. She was raised and educated in Maine and has lived in Vermont since 1978. Pat had many interesting jobs, including work for the Rand Corporation, the CALEX and Cabot Ambulance services, and the St. Johnsbury School System as a para-educator. She was a mother and homemaker who enjoyed cooking, helping others, and who cared deeply for her family. Pat will be remembered for her eccentric sense of humor, a quick wit that left many others speechless, and the overwhelming kindness she showed her loved ones. She is survived by three sons: Charlie Brooks (Sarah) of St. Albans, VT, George Martin of St. Johnsbury, and Andrew Brooks also of St. Johnsbury, two daughters: Pamela Hovatter (Chris) of Raymond, NH, Sherry Duval (Randy), of Manchester, NH, three brothers: James Vaughan of Skoweggan, ME, Thomas Vaughan of Nashua, NH, Robert Vaughan of Madison, NH, and a sister, Rosemary Coulombe (David) of Naples, ME. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Quentin, Cordelia, Shana, Brittany, Ashley, Lexi, and numerous great-grandchildren. Pat was predeceased by her husband of 16 years, Ronald R. Brooks in 2002 and her sister, Peggy Elizabeth Vaughan at the age of 18 months. Friends may call on the family from 5-7 PM Thursday, August 4, 2016, at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville. A graveside service will be held at the Lyndon Center Cemetery at 10 AM on Friday, August 5th with Rev. James Proctor officiating.

, 59, of St. Johnsbury died at home peacefully Friday evening, July 8, 2016. He was born November 27, 1956 in St. Johnsbury, the son of Herbert and Martha (Morrison) Barrett. Tom graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1976 and Vermont Technical College in 1978 with an Associate’s Degree in Ag Business. On November 11, 1978 he married Patricia “Patti” Gaskin. Tom worked his way through his school years doing odd jobs, dairy farming and worked at Desrochers Pharmacy in St. Johnsbury. After graduating from college he worked for Kilfasset Farms Dairy as a milk truck driver/supervisor delivering milk throughout the area. He then became a career firefighter in St. Johnsbury and worked part time for the E.T. & H.K. Ide Co in St. Johnsbury. In 1988 Tom was promoted to store manager at the Ide Co. where he worked until 1996. He stayed on the St. J. Fire Dept. as a call firefighter for a total of thirty-three years. In 1996 Tom began a long career at the Guibord Funeral Home of Lyndonville as funeral director and manager. Maple sugaring was a large part of Tom’s life. He operated Barrett’s Pure VT Maple Syrup in St. Johnsbury for over twenty-five years and enjoyed working in the woods and watching wildlife. In the 1990’s he served as president of Caledonia County Maple Sugar Makers Assoc. He was a longtime member of the Lyndonville Rotary Club and enjoyed helping with their annual Penny Sale. Family was very important to Tom. Spending time clearing land and building their camp in Charleston was a family event. Time with his wife, children and grandchildren around the campfire or where ever, was always a wonderful time. Survivors include his wife Patti; two children and four grandchildren: daughter Jenelle Noble, husband Justin and their two children Natalie and Felicity of Waterford, son Thomas J. “TJ” Barrett, wife Taryn and their two children Brynn and Madden of Colchester; two brothers: David Barrett of Lyndon and Peter Barrett of Littleton, NH; two sisters: Carol (Barrett) Marut of Connecticut, Lisa Barrett and husband Joe Newell of Lyndonville; his mother in-law Gisele Gaskin of Lyndonville; Patti’s siblings: Heidi Lussier and husband Reginald of Kirby, Joni Palmer and husband Scott of Danville, Ernie Gaskin and wife Darla of Indiana, Timothy Gaskin and wife Paula of Lyndonville; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and aunts and uncles, and many friends including the Hagan and Lawrence families. Troy ‘Hoyt’ Darby and Darren Pierce were also considered family. Besides his mother and father, he was predeceased by his father in-law Ernest Gaskin, a sister in-law, Lauri Larabee and her husband Vernon. On Tuesday, July 12, visiting hours will be held from 5-8 p.m. at the Guibord Funeral Home in Lyndonville. (Entrance will be via the Center St. door with exit out the Main St. door.) On Wednesday, July 13 at the St. Johns Church in St. Johnsbury, beginning at 10:30 a.m., a few selected speakers will pay tribute to Tom. At 11 a.m, the Mass of Christian Burial will begin with the Rev. Bernard Gaudreau celebrating the Mass. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. All services can be viewed live on the Northeast Sports Network. Donations made in Tom’s memory may be directed to either the Good Shepard Foundation, P.O. Box 146, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the Gene McDonough Scholarship, 1187 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 95, of Lyndon Heights, passed away peacefully at the Pine Rehabilitation & Health Center in Lyndonville, VT, Saturday Morning, July 16, 2016. Jo was born in Bethany, CT, on August 6, 1920, daughter to the late George Carl and Frances Alice (Strong) Schreyer. She was raised and educated in Connecticut and attended school at the Culinary Institute of America in New Haven and later received an Associate’s Degree in Science during the 70’s. In 1938, Jo married Paul Frederick Barlow making their home in Westport, CT sharing 31 years together when he died in 1969. She was the School Lunch Director for the Town of Darien, CT for 13 years and for Westport, CT, for 27 years and also was the past President of the Connecticut School of Food Service Association. In 1990 Jo moved to Lyndonville and became very active in the First Congregational Church, was head of the Women’s Fellowship and helped provide countless meals at the church and for many other functions. Jo travelled for work and also in many other parts of the world for vacations including Russia, Puerto Rico, Italy to name a few. She truly enjoyed cooking, making crafts, embroidery, spending time with family and helping others. Josephine was a “Can Do” type of person. Survivors include a sister: Jane Ells of NY, daughter-in-law: Carol Barlow of West Burke, 4 grandchildren: Jennifer Hicks of San Antonio, TX, Catherine Andersson of SC, Sean Barlow of Sutton, VT, Paul Barlow and K of Sutton, VT and 8 great-grandchildren: Stacey, Erin, Krista, Peyton, Devin, Michaela, Lincoln, Aiden, and 5 great-great grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son: Larry Barlow in 2002, daughter Judy Andersson (Tearsong) in 2013 and her siblings: George Schreyer (Ruth), Carl Schreyer (Rita) & Henry Schreyer, Frances Studwell (George), Florence (George)Sterling and Jessie (Steve)Rappe. A Service of Celebration will be held at the First Congregational Church at 10AM on September 17, 2016, with Rev. Judi Horgan officiating. There will be no Calling Hours. Memorial Donations may be made in Jo’s name to the First Congregational Church, PO Box 193, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, age 44, of Wood Lane in Kirby, VT, passed away unexpectedly at her home early Sunday morning, July 31, 2016. "Dubby Dawn" as she was affectionately called, was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, on May 29, 1972, the daughter of Donald F. and Frances R. (Ash) Austin. She was raised and educated in Concord, VT graduating from Concord High School w the Class of 1990 and went to work at Maple Grove rising to Supervisor over the next 25 years being able to work in any position there. On July 4, 2001, she married her best friend, Brian R. Fenoff, and became each other's "Solid Half." Dawn had an infectious laugh and believed in everybody. She had a big heart and if you were her friend, she considered you her family. Dubby was an outdoor girl who loved fishing, gardening, four-wheeling, snow-machining or running a backhoe. Her family was very important to her as she was to them. Dawn is survived by her beloved husband, Brian, of Kirby, her parents: Don and Fran of Concord, VT, her step-daughter: Skye Elliot of Sutton, her siblings: Dan Austin (Charity) of Concord, VT Theresa White (Jeffrey) of Athol, MA, Vicki Morehouse (Ceylon) of Concord, VT, Sherri Fournier (Chris) of Concord, VT, her in-laws: Cindy Larocque of St. Johnsbury and Brian Fenoff of Lyndonville, 2 sisters-in-law: Angela Sweeney (Mitchel) of Dalton, VT, Jessica Mazelli (Henry) of Dumerston, a brother-in-law: Chris McElroy (Ashley) of Concord and several cousins, nieces, nephews and all her pets that she considered her "babies." Friends may call on the family from 6-8 PM on Monday, August 8, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, VT. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, August 9th at the Concord Community Church 481 Main Street in Concord, VT, with the Pastor Josh Abetti officiating. Burial will immediately follow at the Concord Cemetery. The family has made arrangements so that family and friends may park at the foundry and the high school baseball field and there will be shuttles to transport to and from the church.

, age 65, of Daniels Farm Road, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, July 29, 2016, following a six year battle with cancer. Dianna was born in Barre, VT, on December 5, 1950, daughter to the late Lester and Alberta (Smith) Whiting. She was raised and educated in Topsham and Bradford VT graduating from Bradford Academy with the Class of 1968. She married Robert H. Dexter on September 27, 1969. They made their home in Waterford 33 years ago and she was employed at Weidmann for 28 years until 2013. She enjoyed travelling with Bob across the US, including Alaska, Europe and a trip through the Panama Canal. Dianna enjoyed taking care of her huge flower garden and loved taking care of her granddaughter who was the light of her life. She is survived by beloved husband of over 47 years, Bob Dexter of Waterford, her son: Paul Dexter of Yuma, AZ, her daughter, Kari Dexter (Joe Mooney) of Danville, her granddaughter Kaylen Oviedo, sister Brenda ( Leon ) Darling of Groton VT. her brothers: Larry ( Joan ) Whiting of West Topsham VT., Bruce Whiting (Carrie) of FL. as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins of which she was very fond. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM Friday evening, August 5, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Services to celebrate Dianna’s life will be held at the Funeral Home at 11AM on Saturday, August 6th with burial to follow at the Lower Waterford Cemetery on Lower Waterford Road. Rev Candace Ricker will officiate. Memorial Donations may be made in Dianna’s name to Caledonia Home Health Care & Hospice, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury VT. 05819

, 87, passed away peacefully in her beloved Sheffield, VT, home on July 28, 2016, following a brief, courageous battle with cancer. Shirley was born the only daughter of Maurice and Gladys Tasker, September 26, 1928 in Danvers, Massachusetts. She grew up in Connecticut, graduating from Hartford High School, and the University of Connecticut School of Nursing. In 1951, she married the love of her life, Paul Wagner, and they moved to Granby, CT, where they raised their five children. In 1979, Paul retired, Shirley left her nursing position at UCONN Medical Center. They packed up their lives, Shirley's dad, Maurice, and aunt, Lorna, and moved to Sheffield to begin their next grand adventure. After building their dream home they spent their days walking in the woods, gardening, picking blueberries, watching the many local birds, and spending time with their family. Shirley also worked at NVRH for numerous years before she retired completely from nursing. She was a member of the Sheffield Federated Church and enjoyed attending Sunday services and church socials. In more recent years, Shirley enjoyed listening to music and whistling along, socializing at Riverside Life Enrichment Center and swinging in the front yard with the dog, birds, rabbits and squirrels to keep her company. She was a kind, generous, loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed. Shirley is survived by her 5 children: Marilyn Winans, of Sheffield, VT; David Wagner (Beth) of Independence, OR; Carol Wagner of Los Angeles, CA; Heidi Cornwall of State College, PA; and Susan Kania (Robert) of Southington, CT. She leaves 11 grandchildren: Sarah and Rachel Winans; Ruth Winans Adeboye (Akin); Hilary Wagner Hernandez (Javier); Ryan Wagner (Whitney) ; Seth, Mitchell, and Brennan Cornwall; Richard and Tracy Kania, Kenneth Kania (Laurie), and 2 great-grandchildren Adam Kania and Mireya Hernandez. She was pre-deceased by her husband of 61 years, Paul, her son-in-law Thomas Winans, daughter-in-law Tami Wagner, parents Maurice and Gladys Tasker, and her Aunt Lorna Tasker. Calling hours 6-8PM, Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Guibord Funeral Home in Lyndon Center, Vt. The funeral service will be held Thursday at the Sheffield Federated Church on August 4, 2016 at 10AM followed by a burial service at the William Dexter Cemetery in Sheffield, Vermont. Memorial contributions can be made to Riverside Life Enrichment Center or the Sheffield Federated Church.

, formerly of St. Johnsbury, passed away on July 26, 2016 at the age of 87. She had been a resident at Maple Lane Nursing Home since the fall of 2012. Ruth was born on November 19, 1928 in Barre, VT, the daughter of Walter and Leola (George) Cumming and was a 1946 graduate of Spaulding High School. She married Raymond Dionne of St. Johnsbury on June 4, 1955. Raymond predeceased her in 1994. Ruth worked in the family business (Ray’s Welding) as the bookkeeper. At the same time she was busy raising their three children. She was always there for them and very involved in their activities. Her greatest joy came from being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She cherished the time she spent with them. She also enjoyed ceramics, knitting and crocheting. Ruth is survived by three children: Allison (Wayne) Letourneau of Lakeland, FL and their 2 children; Benjamin (Caitlin), Brian (Katrina); Susan (Keith) Greenwood of Lyndonville, VT and their 2 children; Joe (Ashley) and Chris (Lyza); Michael (Maria) Dionne of Williston, VT; and their 2 children Alexandra and Natalie; Four great grandchildren; Adalynn, Myla, Andrew, and Nevaeh. She is also survived by one sister, Myrta Parker of Barre, VT and several nieces and nephews. Ruth was predeceased by her parents, three sisters; Alice Baldwin, Carrie Ann Cumming and Leon Villa. Visiting hours will be held at Sayles Funeral Home on Saturday, July 30 from 6-8 pm. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to VT Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) 60 Kimball Ave. South Burlington, VT 05403

of Littleton passed away at her daughter’s home in East St. Johnsbury, Vt. on Sunday evening, July 24, 2016 at the age of 92. She was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on Nov. 23, 1923, the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Glidden) Goble. This past March she was predeceased by her husband, Ron Simons. Micki was a graduate of Littleton High School In her younger years Micki waitressed at the Horse and Hound Inn in Franconia; the Oxbow in Littleton and worked for many years at the former JJJ Discount Store on Main St. in Littleton. She owned and operated the first clothing thrift store in Littleton on South St. She later worked for the Littleton School Supervisory Union; as a bookkeeper for Ralph Fogg, and later distributed magazines for Verham News. Several years ago Micki was thrilled to receive a letter of appreciation from the Governor of NH John Lynch and the Adjutant General, Major Gen. William Reddel acknowledging her patriotism for having all five of her children, her husband and son-in-law serve in the military presented to Micki by Brig. Gen. Carolyn Protz-mann. Eighty five years of cumulative service was served by her family. There was nothing in the craft realm that Micki didn’t do. Her latest endeavors were paintings in oils, pastels, and watercolors, a talent she started in her mid-sixties and for which she was still taking lessons at the Littleton Senior Center. She received many awards for her artistic talents. Micki loved to read, loved the ocean and adored her Siamese cats. She is survived by her five children: Clayton Dezan and his wife Ann of Wrightwood CA, Donald Dezan and wife Fumiko of Oceanside CA, Maurice Dezan of Springfield MA, Dyanna Thresher and husband Thaddeus of East St. Johnsbury, Scott Simons and wife Sandra of Merrimack NH; 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Micki will be deeply missed by her devoted children. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mary Ready and her hospice team, especially Laura, RN and Chaplain Ann who treated Mom with such dignity, compassion, and love. The family will observe her services privately. Memorial contributions can be directed to Littleton Senior Center, 77 Riverglen Lane, Littleton NH 03561.

, 79, of South Kirby died peacefully at NVRH Saturday, July 23, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born in Bronxville, New York on Feb. 5, 1937, the son of William Fairfield Gordon and Mary Wood (Dempster) Gordon. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1959. Mr. Gordon was a 20 year serviceman in the United States Air Force and served in Vietnam during that conflict. He retired with the rank of Major having served as Chief of Security Police in Texas, England, Montana, Florida, Mississippi, and California. The Gordons bought their property in South Kirby in 1966 and moved there permanently in 1979. Donald continued his security work at The Mt. Washington Hotel, a job he very much enjoyed. When he was able, Donald drove for RCT. Donald loved his granddaughters, all sports Boston, his dogs, and gentleman farming which recalled his younger days growing up on a dairy farm in West Redding, Connecticut. He is survived by his wife Glenda of South Kirby; his son Clayton Gordon and wife Kathy of Concord, daughter Lorraine Gordon and Jacqueline Bilodeau of Chesterfield NH; three granddaughters: Nicole Harran of Cambridge, Emily Harran and Hannah Gordon both of Concord; two nieces, Wendy and Debbie Gordon. The family will receive friends at the Sayles Funeral Home this Thursday evening, July 28, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. with cremation to follow. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at the South Kirby Cemetery. Memorial contributions could be directed to Riverside Rescue (236 Riverside Ave., Lunenburg VT 05904). The Gordons adopted several pets there over the years.

, age 95, of Lyndon Heights, passed away peacefully at the Pine Rehabilitation & Health Center in Lyndonville, VT, Saturday Morning, July 16, 2016. Jo was born in Bethany, CT, on August 6, 1920, daughter to the late George Carl and Frances Alice (Strong) Schreyer. She was raised and educated in Connecticut and attended school at the Culinary Institute of America in New Haven and later received an Associate’s Degree in Science during the 70’s. In 1938, Jo married Paul Frederick Barlow making their home in Westport, CT sharing 31 years together when he died in 1969. She was the School Lunch Director for the Town of Darien, CT for 13 years and for Westport, CT, for 27 years and also was the past President of the Connecticut School of Food Service Association. In 1990 Jo moved to Lyndonville and became very active in the First Congregational Church, was head of the Women’s Fellowship and helped provide countless meals at the church and for many other functions. Jo travelled for work and also in many other parts of the world for vacations including Russia, Puerto Rico, Italy to name a few. She truly enjoyed cooking, making crafts, embroidery, spending time with family and helping others. Josephine was a “Can Do” type of person. Survivors include a sister: Jane Ells of NY, daughter-in-law: Carol Barlow of West Burke, 4 grandchildren: Jennifer Hicks of San Antonio, TX, Catherine Andersson of SC, Sean Barlow of Sutton, VT, Paul Barlow and K of Sutton, VT and 8 great-grandchildren: Stacey, Erin, Krista, Peyton, Devin, Michaela, Lincoln, Aiden, and 5 great-great grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son: Larry Barlow in 2002, daughter Judy Andersson (Tearsong) in 2013 and her siblings: George Schreyer (Ruth), Carl Schreyer (Rita) & Henry Schreyer, Frances Studwell (George), Florence (George)Sterling and Jessie (Steve)Rappe. A Service of Celebration will be held at the First Congregational Church at 10AM on September 17, 2016, with Rev. Judi Horgan officiating. There will be no Calling Hours. Memorial Donations may be made in Jo’s name to the First Congregational Church, PO Box 193, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, twenty month old son of Daniel and Lea Hale, of Westford died unexpectedly Saturday morning, July 16. He was born in Burlington on November 17, 2014. Gunnar loved being outside throwing rocks, catching frogs, watching the birds, taking walks with his parents and being with his family. Lea will treasure every day spent home with Gunnar. He had the most beautiful blond curls and the biggest blue eyes you ever saw. Gunnar’s charisma was infectious; he was a real character and had a sense of humor way beyond his age. He is survived by his mom and dad, their extended families, and the many friends whose support will continue to be invaluable. Funeral services will be held in St. Johnsbury this Friday, July 22 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church with Fr. Bernard Gaudreau officiating. The family has asked Mr. Thomas Lovett to participate in the service. The family has made three suggestions to those who would care to honor Gunnar’s memory. Consider wearing happy colors to the service. Especially given Gunnar’s love of rocks, bring a rock (maybe with a message) to be placed in a basket next to the register book at the church. And/or, consider sending a contribution to S.I.D.S. Institute @www.sids.org (528 Raven Way, Naples FL 34110; please stipulate the contributions is in memory of Gunnar and to be used locally here in Vermont).

, age 86, of Danville, died at her home Friday, July 15, 2016, surrounded by her loving family.Ida was born in Gorham, New Hampshire, on March 24, 1930, daughter of the late Irving and Marion (Littlehale) Jones. She grew up in Gorham, graduating as Salutatorian from Gorham High School in 1948. She received an academic scholarship to Plymouth Teachers College, for which she was eternally grateful. She graduated in 1952 with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Education and started teaching at Danville High School the next fall. She boarded in Danville with Fred and Mary Houghton on Hill Street, who introduced her to their good friend, Edward (Ed) Wheeler. By December 22, 1953, the two were married, becoming lifelong residents of Danville. Ida stopped working in 1955 to raise their family, eventually working part-time at the Pope Memorial Library and finally resuming work at Danville High School as the Librarian in 1964. Ida retired in 1982, enjoying thirty-one years of retirement and nearly sixty years of marriage with Ed, who predeceased her in 2013. Ida was a voracious reader and instilled the love of reading in her children. She especially loved gifting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with books, magazines and workbooks at an early age. During her retirement years with Ed, a favorite pastime was traveling to do research for the Jones and Wheeler genealogies. She also enjoyed feeding/watching birds, was a passionate Red Sox fan and loved the mental challenge of crossword puzzles, Sudoku puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she simply loved spending time with her family. Survivors include two daughters: Martha Wheeler of Danville and Janice Ouellette and husband, Dan, also of Danville; two grandchildren: Jeremy Ouellette and wife, Anja, of Lebanon, New Hampshire, and Amanda Tanner and husband, Nick, of Underhill Center, Vermont; four great-grandchildren: Kolja, Annika, Lucy and Luka. She was excitedly anticipating the arrival of her fifth great-grandchild at the end of July. Ida is also survived by four sisters: Patty Kovalik and husband, Eli, of New Hampshire, Joan Donaldson of New Hampshire, Pearl Pelletier and husband, Herman, of New Hampshire and Hazel Jones of Nevada; two sisters-in-law Joyce Wheeler and Janette Wheeler of Vermont; many cousins, nieces, nephews and her beloved cat, Hobo. In addition to her parents and husband, Ida was predeceased by her sister, Arlene Corrigan and husband, Tom; her two brothers Bobby and John Jones; her brother-in-law Leo "Chummy" Donaldson and all of Ed's brothers and sisters. Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, August 20, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Danville Green Cemetery, with John Sleeper officiating. There will be no visiting hours. To continue to foster Ida's love of books, donations may be made to the Pope Memorial Library, P.O. Box 260, Danville, VT, 05828.

, age 84, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT, Thursday night, July 14, 2016, with family at his side. James was born in Milwaukee, WI, on New Year’s Day 1932, son to the late George and Erna ( MAIDEN) Jung. He was raised and educated in Okauchee, Wisconsin, graduating from Rufus King High School. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations in 1953, and then received a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin in 1954. Jim served in the U.S Army and completed his time in the Army Reserves as a Lt. Colonel. He married the former Norma Juliana (Fuchs) and shared 62 years together when she died this past January. Jim was a lifelong Boy Scout and dedicated his time and endless energy to the scouts up until even this past year. His love of classical music was unparalleled and truly one of the things he enjoyed. His easy smile was infectious; all who knew him experienced his always Pleasant attitude. He loved both his church and community and gave himself unselfishly to both. Jim worked for the CIA until retiring. He lived in Danville for the past 10 years and had made New England his family’s home since 1982. He is survived by his daughter: Steffanie Felder of Gambrills, MD, his son: Jeffrey Jung of Seattle, WA, four grandchildren: Juliana & Victoria Felder, Jonathan & Lauren Jung and was predeceased by a sister Marilyn Seeling. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at the Danville Congregational Church on Hill Street with the Rev. Doug Carter officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. There will be no Calling Hours.

, 80, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center following a sudden illness. John was born March 30, 1936, in Haverhill, NH, the son of the late Robert and Lottie (Gochee) Nelson. He grew up in and around St. Johnsbury and graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School. On September 21, 1956 he married the former Patricia (Gilman) and shared nearly 60 years together. He was a hunter and fisherman and was able to take fishing trips to Alaska. He enjoyed cutting wood and taking trips to Maine to spend time at the ocean. For over fifty years he worked at VT Tap & Die. John was an avid worker, but a very devoted husband, father, grand and great-grandfather. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Patricia; son, Michael (Julie) Nelson of Orleans, VT; daughter, Terri Nelson of Sheffield; brothers, Donald “Donnie” (Geraldine) Nelson of Sheffield, Ronald “Ronnie” Nelson of St. Johnsbury, Phillip “Bingy” (Barb) Nelson of St. Johnsbury; sisters, Lillian “Sis” (George) Treagus of St. Johnsbury, Florence “Tootie” Matthewson of St. Johnsbury, Ruth “Ruthie”(Leonard) Woodward of Danville, Lottie “Jayne” Nelson of Lyndonville, Francis “Frannie” Nelson of Wells River; grandchildren, Elysha (Matt) Thurston, Christopher Eastman, David “Ben” Nelson, Danielle (Tucker Dunlavey) Nelson and Tricia Eckhardt; 5 great grandchildren, Lilah, Grady, Reed, Jamison and Elijah and several nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by three brothers, Robert ”Pat”, Scott”Bill” and Paul Nelson; a sister, Harriett Davis and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Nelson. At the convenience of the family, a private graveside service will be at the Lyndon Center Cemetery with the Rev. Barbara Dwyer officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Santa Fund, 1187 Main Street, Suite 3, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, of Lower Waterford, VT, passed away quietly at home on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at the age of 85, after a lengthy battle with cancer. John was born in Stratford, CT to parents John and Martha (Ring) Waldron on Feb 27, 1931. He attended Milford High School in Milford, CT, and was a member of the National Champion Bowling Team his senior year. In 1950, he married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Becker, and enlisted in the US Navy. After his tour in the Navy, John returned to Connecticut where he worked in several positions, settling at Norden Division United Aircraft Corp. in Norwalk, CT. The family often vacationed in Vermont with friends. In 1964, John accepted a position with Fairbanks Scales in St Johnsbury, and moved his growing family north. He worked at Fairbanks for over 20 years and then took on various other jobs until he retired in 1996. In his early years in Vermont, John was also a part time deputy sheriff with the Caledonia County Sheriff’s Dept. The family moved to Lower Waterford in 1972, where John became active with the Lower Waterford Congregational Church, most notably as treasurer and for his efforts to coordinate much needed historically compliant renovations. In his younger days he was very active in the local softball scene. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and a die-hard bowler his entire life. John is survived by four children, a son: Gary Waldron of Douglasville GA, daughter: Dawn Bennett and husband Melvin of St. Johnsbury, son: Shawn Waldron and wife, Mary, of Sutton, and daughter: Lisa Adams and husband, Keith, of Hanson, MA; seven grandchildren: Matthew Waldron, Megan (Waldron) Spence and husband, Daniel, Rebecca (Bennett) Goss and husband, Milton, Amber Bennett and significant other, Carl Vance, Jessica (Waldron) Shover and husband, Luke, and Madison and Nicholas Adams; five great-grandchildren, Harper Waldron, Landon and Danielle Spence, Gunnar Goss, and Mabel Shover; sister-in-law’s Susan (Post) Becker of Milford, CT, Beverly (Becker) Charland and husband Andrew of Milford, CT; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley (Becker) Waldron in 2007, parents John and Martha Waldron, and sister: Ruth Waldron. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Aug 6, 2016, at 12 p.m. at the Lower Waterford Congregational Church with the pastor, the Rev. Ann Hockridge officiating. Prior to the service, visiting hours will be held at the church beginning at 11 a.m. People are asked to use the early part of that time to pay their respects and offer their condolences. A light luncheon will be held in the church following the services. Cremation will take place following the service, with a private internment date to be determined by the family. Contributions can be made in John’s memory in lieu of flowers to Lower Waterford Congregational Church, PO Box 111, Lower Waterford VT 05848.

, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 10, 2016. Her love and kindness will always be remembered by all those lucky enough to have known her. She was a devoted companion, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and much more. Sylvia was born to the late Ned E. and Myrtle C. (Chaffee) Dunbar in Danville, Vermont on Oct. 14, 1940. She graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1958. She was dedicated to raising her five children. She was a wonderful housekeeper and exceptional baker. Sylvia enjoyed a large family who loved and respected her with all their hearts. She raised five intelligent, strong children. She had a hand in raising her grandchildren to the same results. She was kind, resilient, loving, and sturdy. She was the glue that held her family together. Some of the things she loved included bird watching, her annual trip to the county fair, holiday baking traditions, and her beloved frog collection. Sylvia is survived by her companion Raymond Miles of 53 years, special cousins Dean Gonyaw and companion Rose Foster, special friend Chuck Martin, brothers Arland Dunbar and wife Mary, Victor Dunbar and wife Nancy, and Vernon Dunbar and life long friend Larry Berard, sister Judy Daigle and husband Roy. Sons Kenneth Miles and companion Bonnie Cassady, Timothy Dunbar and fiancee Sarah Morgan, and Johnathan Dunbar and fiancee Tammy Tattersall, daughters Jossie DeGreenia and husband Jason, and Wendy Rowell and husband Richard, Grandchildren Stacy DeGreenia, Sabrina Boutin and husband Patrick, Nicholas Goodwin, Korinna Porter and husband Jon, Elizabeth Dunbar, Paul Dunbar, David Lennon, Megan Tattersall, and Krista Wright, Great grandchildren Jason J. DeGreenia, Adora and Finlyn Boutin, Riley and Abigail Porter, Austin Wheeler and Nathan Ladouceur, and Lyla Caron, and a special little boy, Raymond Laplume Jr., whom she sent shortly after her passing. Sylvia is predeceased by her beloved parents, Ned E. Dunbar and Myrtle C. (Chaffee) Dunbar, and her great granddaughter Coraline Astyn Boutin. There will be a graveside service held at the William Dexter cemetery in Sheffield, Vt., on Sunday, July 17 at 1 p.m. followed immediately by a pot luck celebration of life at Millers Run School, also in Sheffield. Flowers can be sent to Raymond Miles 6271 VT RT 122, Sheffield, Vt. In leiu of flowers contributions can be made in her name to Caledonia Home Health, St Johnsbury, Vt. Without their help she wouldn’t have been able to remain at home.

, 94, of Cabot, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 9, 2016 in St Johnsbury VT. Born on May 25, 1922 in NYC, Donald grew up on the east side of Manhattan learning the value of determination, hard work, self-reliance, education, and compassion. He graduated from Stuyvesant High School. Donald married his soul mate of 67 years, Mary Karakashian Encarnacion, on June 22, 1946. Mary passed away on Dec. 23, 2012. They lived in Manhattan, had two daughters, and then moved to Little Neck, Queens, Long Island to raise them in what was then the country. In 1973 at age 51 he retired from the NYC Dept. of Sanitation, moved to Cabot, and together they built their new home on 19 acres across from Joe’s Pond. He loved being in the woods and created numerous trails and bridges on the property. Gardening was also a passion and in the greenhouse that he built, he and Mary would start their vegetables and flowers from seed and dry their herbs. Donald enjoyed working with wood and built cabinets and furniture for their home. Trained as a Diesel Engineer and in Landing Craft Operations, Donald originally served in North Africa Operations and participated in the Invasion of Sicily and the landing at Anzio during WWII. He retired from the Navy Reserve as a Master Chief Engineman in 1982. Continuing to give back to his country Donald was a volunteer in the U.S. Naval Cadet Corps and instructed new recruits at the Naval Reserve Training Center in Huntington NY and Burlington VT. A proud veteran, he participated in Veterans Day Parades into his 90’s. Donald also served as a guardian ad litem, Caledonia Family/Superior Court, from 1992-2001. Donald Encarnacion will be remembered by his daughters Carol DeVries of Rural Hall NC, Dayne Encarnacion of Ridgefield CT, granddaughter Pilar, grandson Erich, relatives, friends, and those whose life he may have touched. Interment with Military Honors will be at the Veterans Cemetery in Randolph, Vermont, Tuesday July 26 at 11AM.

of St. Johnsbury, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at the age of 85. He was born on Sept. 11, 1930 in Hanover, New Hampshire, the son of Hazen and Christine (Lake) Turner. On June 18, 1955 he and Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Donna were married; they recently observed their 61st wedding anniversary. Bob graduated from the St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1949 and worked in the electrical department at Fairbanks for 40 years. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church. He was a fan of the New York Football Giants and loved the Boston Red Sox. The family has fond memories of camping especially in the White Mountains. He and Trudy had resided at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center since December of last year. He is survived by his wife Trudy (1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819); two children: daughter Kathleen ‘Kathy’ Lutter and husband Clyde of Gaithersburg, Maryland; son Mark Turner and wife Cindy of St. Johnsbury; four grandchildren: Timothy and Joshua Lutter, Sarah and Justin Turner; sister-in-law Dorothy Lynaugh of St. Johnsbury, brother-in-law Normand Donna of Florida; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased locally by a brother and sister, Hazen and Virginia Turner, and by Bob’s twin brother Richard who lived in Greenfield, Massachusetts. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home on Sunday afternoon, July 10, from 2-4 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Monday, July 11, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Kirk Thompson officiating. Memorial contributions, marked in his name for ‘Resident Activity Fund’, could be directed to “St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center”, 1248 Hospital Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, aged 78, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2016, at her home in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. Eva was born in Moretown, VT, on October 5, 1937 to Irma (Lukeman) Morgan and Ralph Morgan. She spent much of her life devoted to her children. Eva was the loving wife of Ken Merchant for 31 years. They have lived for many years at Mountain View Apartments in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, where she will be missed by many friends and neighbors. Eva was predeceased by her brother, Donald and his wife, Beverly, and Eva's eldest son, Forrest Ralph Parker. She leaves two daughters, Carol Ann Morgan and partner and Irma Baker and partner Peter Godfrey, and three sons, Walter D. Parker and partner Theresa Fifield, George E. Parker and wife Beatrice, and Lester J. Parker and wife Tammi, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. A remembrance ceremony will be held Friday, July 8th, at 2:00 p.m. at Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, VT with John Sleeper officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.

, age 93, of St. Johnsbury, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT, on July 5, 2016, after ten years of care at his home by his daughter. Born in London, England, on August 9, 1922, to Alfred and Frances (Mepham) Kent, he became a champion swimmer in school. Having a great voice, he sang in several choirs, some of which were attended by the British Royal Family. His musical talents extended to the piano and multiple wind instruments, which he perfected performing in several military bands. When WWII was declared in 1939, he had already joined the British Army. After surviving the Battle at Dunkirk, he fought in multiple countries including India, Libya and Italy and received multiple rows of battle ribbons for his service. In Scotland, he married Sarah Kidd, raised his daughter, and became a detective, photographer and fingerprint specialist in the Criminal Investigation Department, until 1965 when they emigrated and began a new life in Connecticut. There he worked for Hubbell Corp. and summered in the North East Kingdom for years until retiring to St. Johnsbury. He loved fishing, hunting and gardening, and was a fabulous cook. He is survived by his daughter: Rosina Greenwood and her husband, Larry, of St. Johnsbury, and a grandson: Philip Greenwood and his wife, Erica, of Essex Jct., VT. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sarah, and two brothers: Stanley and Arthur Kent. There will be no Calling Hours. A private service will take place at the Barnet Center Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

, age 93, of Church Street in St. Johnsbury and longtime Danville resident, passed away at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center on Monday July 4, 2016, following a period of lingering illness. Richard was born in Marshfield, VT, on January 12, 1923, the first of three children to the late Norman G. and Leona (Bullock) Smith. He was raised and educated in Calais and finished his education graduating from Danville High School with the Class of 1941. He enlisted in the VT National Guard in 1950 and was sworn into federal service by September of that year. He served at Camp Pickett, VA, with the 43rd Division and was stationed in Germany in November 1951 as part of the Army of Occupation with NATO. After his release to the inactive VT National Guard, he and his wife, Thelma, returned to the farm in Danville in February 1952. He then transferred to the active National Guard and served until he had acquired an accumulated 21 years of service before retiring. Dick was a Public Servant and belonged to many organizations over the years. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias for over 70 years and was past Supreme Representative to the Supreme Lodge, the Vermont Farm Bureau, the 43rd Infantry Div. Vet’s Assoc., American Legion, VFW, and the Assoc. of Uniformed Services. In local community service, he was a Justice of the Peace for 16 two year terms, was selectman for 10 ½ years, and zoning administrator for 4 ½ years. Dick served three two year terms in the VT House of Representatives and worked as a dairy farmer for a living. The last 16 years before retirement, he worked as an agricultural equipment salesman. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, M. Thelma (Wilson) Smith of St. Johnsbury, 3 children: Mark W. Smith of Montpelier, Pamela Smith of St. Johnsbury, Gayle Keach and her husband, Dwayne, of St. Johnsbury, a brother: Stewart and his wife, Cecile, also of St. Johnsbury, 3 grandchildren: Laura Brasseur and husband Ian, John “JJ” Robie, Jr. and wife Christina, Joellyn Smith and fiancé, John Rhodes IV, and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by 2 children from a previous marriage: Richard Brucker and his wife, Fran, of CA and Madeline Marzullo and her husband, Joe, of CT. He was predeceased by a sister: Elizabeth R. (Smith) Keach in 1972. Funeral services will be held at 9AM on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Interment with military honors will follow at 1PM at the Veteran’s Cemetery in Randolph, VT, with John Sleeper officiating. Memorial donations, marked for Hospice, may be made in Dick’s name to Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 88, of Waterford passed away Monday, July 4, 2016 at home peacefully with family at her side. She was born in St. Johnsbury on June 30, 1928, the daughter of Maglorie and Demerise Dubois. After graduating from Mt. St. Joseph Academy, she married Edward Langlois Oct. 26, 1948. Pauline was proud to have been an auxiliary volunteer at NVRH for over 35 years. Pauline and Ed enjoyed their coffee at Dunkin Donuts most mornings and often lunch at Tim’s Deli. She was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church. Daughter Dianne Langlois predeceased her July 6 nine years ago. She is also survived by three of her four daughters: Anne Loetterle and husband Richard of Port Orange, FL, Dianne was the next daughter; Susan Ely and husband Gaylon of East St. Johnsbury, Theresa Huntoon and husband Burleigh of St. Johnsbury; seven grandchildren: Anne’s children Monique Haller, Valerie Ceasre, and Rich Loetterle Jr.; Susan’s sons Derek and Joshua Rutledge; Theresa’s two sons Tyler and Tanner Huntoon; and eight great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Johnsbury this Friday, July 8 at 10 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church with Fr. Bernard Gaudreau, celebrant. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. Memorial contributions could be directed to either: Caledonia Home Health (marked for ‘Hospice’), 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819; or to Good Shepherd School, 121 Maple St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 71 of Concord, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2016 at St.Johnsbury Health and Rehab with family by his side. He was born in East Haven on March 18, 1945, one of 10 children born to Frank and Mertie (Walter) Simpson. He served stateside in the US Army during the Vietnam War and continued as an Army Reservist medic until he was discharged as a Sergeant in 1971. On August 12, 1966, he married the love of his life, Rochelle (Rivers) Simpson and they resided in Concord for most of their nearly 50 years of marriage together. Randy was always a very hard worker. He worked at Old Fox, was a Woodsman for many years, a construction worker and a bank currier. He became known as a happy, friendly man that enjoyed walking and beautifying his community every day, through heat, rain, sleet or snow. He took great pleasure in spending time with his grandkids and other loved ones, dancing, yard saleing, camping, bean bag toss and horseshoes. His specialty was winning games of pool and cards against family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Rochelle Simpson of Concord; two children, Chuck Simpson and wife Stephanie of East Concord, and Cindy Simpson­Hall and husband Roland of Concord; grandchildren, Brianna and Zachary Simpson and Dylan and Keaton Hall; sisters Rosemarie Rouillard of Claremont, Ramona Robertson and husband Donald of Alabama, Rosealee Moulton and husband Harold of Lyndonville, Sandra Magoon and husband Robert of South Wheelock; his in­laws, Jean Easter, Robert and Shirley Rivers, Scott and Linda Rivers, Dorothy and John Houghton, Judy Bickford, Lena Mitchell, Rachel and Charlie Cole, and Margaret and George Humphrey; several nieces and nephews, and his special friends Talisa Giorgio and Roland and Bonnie Hall. Randy was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Rocky, Robert and Reginald; two sisters, Rena and Carman; a sister in­law, Ann Gadapee; and brothers in­law, Roger Mitchell, Rodney Easter and Robert Bickford. A graveside service will be held at the East Haven Cemetery on Saturday, July 9, 2016, at noon with Military Honors. A potluck gathering in his honor will follow from 1:00 p.m. at the VFW, 156 Hill Street, in Lyndonville, VT. Friends and family are welcome to attend both events. Donations made in his memory may be marked “Hospice” and directed to Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 80, passed away suddenly July 3, 2016, at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT. Rodney was born St. Johnsbury, VT, on May 1, 1936, son to James Everett and B. Blanche (Cook) Daniels. He attended school in North Danville and graduated from Danville High School in 1954 and later matriculated to Boston University from 1954-1955 and University of Vermont Continuing Education from 1969-1974. He served in the United States Army from 1955-1957 during peacetime. On April 20, 1958 he married Barbara Wakeham at the Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury, and together they had two children - Brian and David. Rodney retired from active service as President of the Passumpsic Savings Bank on January 31, 1999. He continued to serve as Trustee and Chairman of the Board. He first joined the bank in 1963 and over the years served the bank in many capacities: Asst. Treasurer, Treasurer, Executive Vice-President and President. He was elected a Trustee in 1977. During his time at the bank, he attended and graduated from the Graduate School of Savings Bank, Sponsored by the National Association of Mutual Savings Banks and the Executive Development Program. He was also active in the Vermont Bankers Assoc. serving on various committees, the Executive Council and Chairman of the Vermont Bankers Association 1994-1995. He served as a Director and Treasurer of the New England Automated Clearing in Boston - 1990-1997 and as a Director of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston – 1997-2004. Although during his life he was active in many civic organizations in and around St. Johnsbury, he will be remembered most for his love of family. His family was the most important aspect of his life, providing them with the gifts only a loving parent can provide. He was an exemplary role model for his children and grandchildren. He instilled a sense of integrity and love in all of us that we will cherish and live with through our lives; his children and his grandchildren will always remember and cherish the times we spent together. Survivors include his wife Barbara of St. Johnsbury, sons: Brian and his wife Deborah of Rome, NY, and David of Lincoln, VT. They have 5 grandchildren; Anthony Daniels, Catrina Blackburn, Kerstian Short, Samuel Daniels and Kevin Daniels. They also have 2 great-grandchildren, Matthew Daniels and Noah Blackburn. His brothers: Nathan J. Daniels of Somers, CT; John C. Daniels and his wife, Rosalind, of Cabot, VT; Sister: Janet M. Daniels of Hanover, NH, and sister-in law: Julia M. Daniels of St Johnsbury, VT. Brothers and sisters-in-laws: Elizabeth & Eugene (deceased) Remick; Janice I. Wakeham, Edward Wakeham and Kathy; Reginald and Patricia Wakeham, he is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and brothers Dale and James. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM at the Sayles Funeral Home on Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, Thursday evening. Funeral Services will be held at 1PM on Friday, July 8, 2016, at the Grace United Methodist Church on Central Street in St. Johnsbury, VT, with Rev. Kirk Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to either the St. Johnsbury Kiwanis, PO Box 204, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the American Heart Association, 110 Main St., Suite 203, Burlington, VT 05401

, age 79, of Island Pond, VT, passed away peacefully Friday morning July 1, 2016, at the Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndonville, VT. Lorraine was born in North Troy, Vermont, on June 3, 1937, daughter to the late DeForrest and Irene (Bushy) Lumbra. She was raised and educated in North Stratford moving there in 1946. At the age of 14 Lorraine began working at Brown Company plywood mill in North Stratford. She married to Harold Walter Ramsay, Sr. and shared 29 years together. She was a homemaker and farmer’s wife, was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with her grand children She is survived by 4 children: Deborah Hawkins of Island Pond, David Ramsay of Dalton, NH, Timothy Ramsay of Brunswick, VT, Lori Colebanks also of Brunswick, 5 siblings: Joanne Gonya of Island Pond, Laverna Lumbra of Brattleboro, Deforrest “Sonny” Lumbra of Holland, Gloria Lumbra and Sharon Siggins both of Brattleboro, 12 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son: Harold “Butch” Ramsay, Jr. and a brother Bradley Lumbra. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held to celebrate and reflect on her life and share her stories. This will be held at 1PM on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Tim’s home, 953 VT RT 102 in Brunswick, VT.

, age 87, passed away at the St. Johnsbury, Health and Rehabilitation Center, August 30, 2016, where she had resided for the past three years. Mary Ann was born in Long Beach, California, on June 1, 1929, daughter to the late William and Ruth (Latrell) Baker. She was raised and educated in Bakersfield, CA and met Floyd Winthrop Young who was stationed there. They married and shared almost 67 years of marriage when he died on April3, 2013. Mary Ann was a homemaker and raised her family in Concord. She was a past member of the Moose and long time member of the East Concord Methodist Church. Mary Ann enjoyed needlepoint and lots of camping trips with her family. She is survived by 2 sons: Brian H. “Buzzy” Young and his wife, Sally, of E. Concord, Ronald I. Young and his wife, Nikki, of St. Johnsbury, a daughter-in-law: Rose Ann Young of Baltimore, MD, a brother: Richard Porterfield of TN, 2 sisters: Gloria Denney of TN, Maxine Harding of CA, 7 grandchildren: Harry, Jr., Trina, Aaron, Shawn, Raymond, Jason, Sr., and Dana, also 19 great-grandchildren, and many great-great grandkids, nieces and nephews. Mary Ann was predeceased by her son: Harry L. Young, Sr. in 2014 and also 2 grandchildren: Brian S. Young & Kelly J. Bunnell a brother: Dean and 3 sisters: Bonnie, Leah and Barbara. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at 1PM on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Memorial Donations may be made in Mary Ann’s name to the East Concord United Methodist Church, c/o Georgianna Dow, 370 East Concord Road, Lunenburg, VT 05906.

, 76 of Old Center Road in St. Johnsbury, Vt. passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 29, 2016 from a brain aneurysm. Denise was born in Newport, Vt. on January 14, 1940, the daughter of Albert and Noella (Corriveau) Dussault. She graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy in 1959, and then worked as a telephone operator. She married Roland (Pete) Caron on June 3, 1961; they recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Denise worked for 31 ½ years at Ben Franklin/Uniquity Store in St. Johnsbury. She was very fond of the years she spent at the store and talked often of the memories and friends she made there. She enjoyed taking long walks around town and was known for walking on Main Street daily. Denise was a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Church, where she was an active member as a greeter, collector, helping with funeral meals and the annual Christmas Bazaar. For many years she looked forward to making the bows for the Christmas wreaths. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert in 1985, Noella in 2012 and her brother-in-law, Normand Caron in 2015. She is survived by her husband, Pete and two daughters; Diane Caron and Suzanne Mudge and son-in-law George, all of St. Johnsbury, Vt., grandchildren, Jacob Mudge of St. Johnsbury, Vt., Deborah Boyle and her husband Jason of Danville, Vt., and two great-grandchildren, Shelby and David, whom were the apples of her eye. She is also survived by her five brothers, Andrew Dussault (Gertrude), Robert Dussault (Karlene) of St. Johnsbury, Paul Dussault (Janice) of Lyndonville, Clement Dussault (Judy) of Maryland, Eugene Dussault (Toni) of Waterford, Vt. Denise is also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins, who were very special to her. She will be missed by everyone that knew her. She was a very special lady who touched so many hearts. A funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Bernard Gaudreau on Thursday, September 1, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, Main Street, St. Johnsbury, Vt. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Denise’s memory to Good Shepherd Catholic School, 121 Maple Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, age 50, of Glenside Lane in North Concord, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at her home early Friday morning August 26, 2016. Nerissa was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, on November 25, 1965, daughter to the late Evelyn (Deth) Greenwood and Raymond Donaldson. She married Scott E. Young on July 8, 1989, and have shared 31 years together making their home in N. Concord for the last 20 years having lived in both Lyndonville and St. Johnsbury. Nerissa was a kind and loving person, who was loved by everyone, especially her family. To her three children, who loved her dearly, she was an inspiration, a best friend and most of all a cherished mother. Nerissa was a hardworking and dedicated person who loved flowers, candles, coloring books, gardening and most of all music. Her favorite radio station was Magic 97.7 and she knew almost every word to every song. She welcomed everyone with open arms and an open heart. However, more than anything, she loved her children with all her heart. She is survived by her beloved husband, Scott, her three children: David S. Young of N. Concord, Ashley A. Young of Lyndonville, Abby M. Young of N. Concord., a brother and sister, her very special aunts: Johanna Donaldson and Sally Canning both of Lyndonville, VT, and several aunts, uncles, cousin, nieces and nephews. Friends may call on the family from 5-7PM Friday evening, September 9th at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville, VT. Funeral Services to celebrate Nerissa’s life will be held at 11AM on Saturday, September 10, 2016, at the First Congregational Church of Lyndonville on Middle Street, with the Rev. Judi Horgan officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

, 73, of Concord, VT., passed away at her home, on Friday, August 26, 2016, surrounded by her family, following more than a decade long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on October 8, 1942, in Springfield, VT. Ginger was a strong-willed, courageous woman who overcame the hardships of life with acceptance, a dry humor and a few cuss words. She was energetic and fun-loving, always up for an adventure, whether it be snowmobiling, 4-wheeling, camping, or an annual trip to Fryeburg fair. She was an amazing cook and seamstress. She loved car races and gambling, but most of all- her sons and grandchildren. Her family was her life, and she always wanted them involved in these adventures. The “Grammy Ginny” stories are numerous, and the grandkids repeat them with admiration and fondness. Her family most appreciated and loved her involvement in their day to day activities, no matter how big or small. Beneath her hard exterior there was a heart of gold and a soft spot for the unfortunate. Ginger was a hard worker, employed at a variety of local businesses, including Winterset Construction, EHV and Lydall, where she touched the lives of her co-workers. Ginger was predeceased by her parents, Marion (Howard) and Edward James Wilson, and a brother, Bruce Wilson. She is survived by her faithful and loving husband of 53 years, Ranson Hudson Sr., three sons: Ranson Jr., Eric and wife Jessi, and Spencer, eight grandchildren: Ranson III “Harvey”, Ashley, Josie, Erin, Wilder, Colton, Bailey, and Austynn Pearl. She is also survived by siblings: Jim Wilson, Linda Silsby, and Sherri Sorrell, and many nieces and nephews, and a life-long friend, Alice Roberts. Ginger was truly one-of-a-kind and will be remembered as a doting grandmother, a deeply involved mother, a loving and inspirational wife, and an exceptional friend. Calling hours will be held from 5-8 pm Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street, St. Johnsbury, VT. Burial & services will be a family affair, held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor her memory may donate to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-60111, 800.272.3900, because this disease really sucks!

, age 43, of Granby Road died at his home Thursday Morning, August 25, 2016, with his family by his side following a courageous battle over the last three years fighting ALS. Jim was born in Burlington, VT, on July 27, 1973, son to James P Babcock and Sharon L (Sanborn) Ratta. He was raised and educated in Burlington and Lyndon graduating from Lyndon Institute in the class of 1992. He worked for Northend Hardwoods in Lyndonville for over 20 years and at Lyndonville Hardware from 2013-2015. Jim loved the winter and enjoyed snowmobiling with family and friends. He liked hunting, fishing, sitting around the campfire listening to 93.7 the Outlaw while watching for UFO's, 4-wheeling, camping, the Montreal Canadians, watching the Little League World Series and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by the love of his life, Carol Allen, of Victory, VT, his father: James P. Babcock, his mother: Sharon L. Ratta, his brother: James Babcock all of Williston, his maternal step-grandmother: Shirley Sanborn of Bristol, NH, step-father: Donald Ratta of St. Johnsbury, Carol’s siblings: Lyman Dunn, Jr. of Victory, Carl & Shari Dunn of Littleton, NH, Eileen & Brian Lampman of Fairfield, VT, Carol’s sons: Daniel Allen of Newport, Neal & Ashley Allen of Lyndonville, grandchildren: Adrian, Hailey, Deakin, Kianna and Karson and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents: William & Annette Babcock, his maternal grandparents: Donald W. Sanborn and Gertrude Lommis. There will be no Calling Hours. A gathering to celebrate Jim’s Life is scheduled for September 10th at 11:00 am at the homestead in Victory, with a luncheon to follow at 1:00 pm.

, age 61, went to be with the Lord, Friday, August 19, 2016, at his home surrounded by his beloved family. Tim was born in Rome, GA, on October 2, 1954, son to Jean Marie (O’Brien) Lincoln and the late Richard Anthony King. On March 31, 1973, he married the former Joan Carol (Roth) and they shared 43 blessed years together. They made their home and raised their family in Quincy, MA, where he worked at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. They moved to Newark, VT, 24 years ago. He established, owned and operated, Northeast Computer Systems, Inc. in Lyndonville which is a family run business that provides computer sales and service. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Church, as well as a 3rd degree Knight of Columbus and Financial Secretary with the St. Elizabeth Council 13574, Lyndonville, VT. With the assistance of the owner of the Lynburke Motel, who leased the land, Tim founded the Lyndonville Community Garden and the produce was donated to the Lyndon Area Food Shelf. Tim was a loving and humble man, a man of integrity and deep faith, who had a servant’s heart. Tim’s life was his testimony. He is survived by his loving wife: Joan of Newark, his mother: Jean M. Lincoln of MA, three children: Jacob M. King, Joshua D. King, wife Jessica, and Caitlin S. King all of Newark, two brothers: Richard King, wife Debra, of FL, William King of VT, three sisters: Susan King of MA, Antoinette Wojtasinski, husband John, of MA, Mary Cochrane of MA, four step-brothers and sisters: Paul Lincoln of MA, Linda Ochiltree, husband Edward, of MA, Nancy Lincoln of FL, Deborah Lincoln of FL, five grandchildren: Alora, Noah, Imoen, Rurik and Geralt King and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Tim was predeceased by his son: Justin C. King in 2010, a brother: Thomas R. King in 2012, his wife Cynthia of HI survives him, a sister: Anna M. Foy in 2015, her husband Robert of MA survives her, and his stepfather: John W. Lincoln in 2000. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Thursday, August 25, 2016, at St. Elizabeth Church on High Street in Lyndonville, VT; burial will follow at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Newark with Fr. Bernard Gaudreau as celebrant. The family requests that family and friends join them for the Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 10:30AM prior to the funeral in the Church. There will be no calling hours. There will be a reception following the burial at the Pavilion in the Pines, 1163 Darling Hill Rd, Lyndonville, Vermont 05851, from 1-4 p.m. With grateful hearts, the King family would like to thank everyone for the prayers, support, kindness, and generosity, shown to Tim and our family during his illness. Memorial donations may be made in Timothy’s name to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH, 03756.

of Waterford, VT passed away at home surrounded by family early Friday evening, August 19, 2016 at the age of 71 after a long battle with cancer and respiratory illness. She was born in Hanover, New Hampshire on Nov. 26, 1944, the daughter of Vane and Marjorie (Wyman) Burrington of St. Johnsbury, VT. Sandie grew up in St. Johnsbury and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1962. She graduated from Middlebury College in 1966 with a BA in Mathematics. Sandie married her high school sweetheart Brent Beck on June 29, 1966, and recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with loved ones at the family camp on Miles Pond. Immediately after being married, Sandie and Brent located to Pensacola, FL for Naval Aviator training. For 27 years Sandie was a loyal Navy wife, spending varying periods of time living in Pensacola, FL (2) Meridian, MS (2), Kingsville, TX, Brunswick, GA, Alameda, CA, Detroit, MI, Oak Harbor, WA, and Annandale, VA (2). In addition to raising three active sons during Brent’s numerous Navy deployments, Sandie was an accomplished entrepreneur and educator. During their time in Oak Harbor, WA Sandie started her own Montessori School in 1974 with the intent of giving her youngest son the same Montessori experience her older twin sons had in Detroit. She owned and operated it for eight years until they left Oak Harbor, and it is still in operation today. Sandie also taught mathematics at the middle school and college level at various locations throughout the country. In 1993, upon retirement from the Navy, Sandie and Brent returned to Vermont to live their retirement years in Waterford. Sandie was active in the area and spent considerable time volunteering with the North Congregational Church, St. Johnsbury Country Club (serving as President of the Ladies Association), Kiwanis (where she was the treasurer), and Waterford School District Board. She also continued her working career as an accountant for the Fairbanks Museum in St. Johnsbury. Sandie enjoyed golf, particularly the 9 and 18 ladies holers group. Above all, Sandie enjoyed spending time with her ten grandchildren and actively participating in their lives. Sandie’s parents, Vane and Marjorie Burrington predeceased her. She is survived by her husband, Brent Beck of Waterford, VT, sister Sally Jean Stewart of Burlington, VT, and stepmother Lois Burrington of Rutland, VT. Sandie has three married sons; Scott and Joelle Beck of St. Johnsbury and their children: Camden, Reagan, MacKenzie, Callahan, Braeden, and Gehrig; Tom Beck and Mei-Ling Beck of Larkspur, CA and their children: Thomas II (TJ) and Tyler; Brent Beck II and Hossay Beck of Fairfax County, VA and their children: Adam and Zander; Brothers and Sisters-in-law, Jon and Diane Beck of St. Johnsbury and Craig and Shirley Beck of Passumpsic, VT; Sandie is also survived by many nephews and nieces: Jamie and Judith Haselton and Jonathan Stewart, Gary Beck and Alicia Blake, Carrie Verville and Crissie Devenger. Sandie’s family especially wants to thank the many friends and members of the medical community who helped sustain her during her illness or sent encouraging words of support. Services will be held in St. Johnsbury on Wednesday, August 24th at 2 p.m. at the United Community Church (formerly North Congregational Church) on Main St. with the Rev. Joan Vincent, interim pastor, officiating assisted by former pastor, the Rev. Jay Sprout. Memorial contributions should be directed to the care of St. Johnsbury Kiwanis, PO Box 204 St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

passed away very peacefully on Friday, August 19th, in the Kirby home where she had lived and loved for 64 of her 86 years on a beautiful summer afternoon in the loving embrace of her family. Trudy was born May 1, 1930 in Newport, Vermont and grew up in West Charleston. She graduated from Lyndon Institute in 1948. She lived and worked for a time in Boston, working for the Red Sox organization. The next phase of her life began when she met a handsome young “Pony Boy” named Bernie Whitehill. She danced into his heart and remained there for the next 36 years. They were married in 1952 and she came home to Kirby, where she was a busy young farm wife and mother to Donna, Bradley, Cheryl and Gary. Trudy worked at the Goss Company in St. Johnsbury, Maple Grove Farms for nine years and then for many years at Fairbanks Scales. It was during this time she earned the nickname “Mario” for her rapid trips to work in the morning. Trudy had a caring, giving, generous heart. She cared for Bernie with his health issues until his death in 1988. Three weeks after Bernie’s passing, her life would take another turn when her youngest son Gary was diagnosed with MS at the age of 26. For the next 18 years, she devoted herself to his care, travelling to Florida for months at a time to help him manage in his home, helping him move to Salt Lake City, Utah, taking him to Germany for treatment at a special clinic, and sharing a trip to Maui, Hawaii with him. She helped him make the most of all his life, whether driving him on steep mountain roads to Park City, Utah to take a run with the Olympic bobsled training team or holding her breath while he went hang gliding or other assisted sports. He did not tell her he had been skydiving until he had made several jumps. She was a tenacious fighter for all of his needs. When Gary returned to Kirby, a specially outfitted apartment was built on to her home and she continued her devoted care until his death in 2005. Trudy was known for sending wonderful packages to her children and grandchildren, containing everything from fishing poles to fully frosted cakes. Her cookies were happily devoured by the grandchildren as soon as they arrived. You would never leave her home hungry if she had anything to say about it. She rarely showed up to visit without at least a fully cooked turkey and a bowl of her famous potato salad. She loved the simple country pleasures in life, nature, birds, heifers grazing in the pasture across from her home, lilacs in the spring and beautiful leaves in the fall. She enjoyed spending time with her sister Isabel and husband Dwight in Orleans or heading out to Alan and Doreen Hubbard’s on many an evening after Bernie’s passing. She was an avid fan of “The Bold and the Beautiful” and rarely missed an episode. Trudy is probably best known as the “Worrier in Chief” of her family. Her care and her thoughts were always for others. She was an involved and loving grandmother to Jeff and Allie, and was thrilled to be “Gigi” to Madden, Linley and Eisley. She handled her 2010 Parkinson’s diagnosis with grace and dignity and kept her sense of humor through some very challenging days. Her medical conditions would limit her mobility, but not her spirit. Trudy is survived and will be missed forever by her children Donna Whitehill, Bradley Whitehill and Cheryl McMahon, all of Kirby, her grandchildren Jeff McMahon and his wife Michelle and their children Madden, Linley and Eisley of Colchester, Allison McMahon of Stratton, her brother Anson Willard of Newport and nieces Lisa Burke, Loraine Limlaw, Mona Gadwah and Helen Bicknell and her nephews Wayne Willard, Scott Willard and Rod Roberts. She was predeceased by her husband Bernie Whitehill, her sisters Helen Willard and Isabel Roberts and her brothers Gordon and Stanley Willard. Special thanks to the many loving caregivers who helped make it possible for Trudy to live all of her days in the home that she loved: Marilyn Williams, Mary Smith, Connie Simons, Ellen Gray and all the helpers from Caledonia Home Health and Hospice. A celebration of Trudy’s life will be held in Kirby at a date to be announced by her family. Memorial contributions, marked for ‘Hospice’ could be directed to Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 69, of Victory Hill Road, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 18, 2016, following a battle with ALS, with his loving son by his side. Richard was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, on May 7, 1947, beloved son to the late Edward James and Barbara (Longmoore) Prue. He was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury, graduating from St. Johnsbury Trade School in 1965. Richard was faithfully employed with Fairbanks Scales, retiring in 2013 after 45 years of service. Richard is widely known for the first true love of his life, a black 1966 Chevelle, of which he loved to race on the local streets, back in the day, wearing sunglasses at night. His other passions include hunting and fishing. An avid outdoorsman, Richard loved spending time in the woods and on the water. He enjoyed many successful trips deer hunting in Ontario, Lake Trout and Pike fishing in Quebec, and Brook Trout fishing in Maine. Richard also had great success right here in the Northeast Kingdom. He harvested a number of trophy deer with both his bow and his rifle. As an expert ice fisherman Richard landed a number of trophy fish, including 3 lake trout in excess of 20 pounds. He cherished all of the outdoor experiences he shared with his many close friends, and especially the memories he made hunting and fishing with his son and grandchildren. Richard also enjoyed and looked forward to spending time with his daughter and grandchildren at various camps they rented when they visited every summer. Richard was extremely proud of his 5 grandchildren. He enjoyed spending time with them fishing, four-wheeling, target shooting, and hunting. He was often found at Fisher Field watching his grandsons play baseball, rarely missing a game. He is survived by his daughter Krystal Gilbert of St. Augustine FL, her husband Mike, son Jake, and Daughter Megan. He is also survived by his son Jon of Lyndonville, his wife Tara, sons Colby and Casey, and daughter Katie. Richard also leaves behind many close life-long friends, his beloved dog Dakota, and all of Red Sox Nation. Friends may call on the family from 6-8 PM on Tuesday, August 23 at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his name to The Hospice Program at Caledonia Home Health Care.

, 65, of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, died on August 15, 2016. He was born December 21, 1950, in Morristown, New Jersey, the son of the late A. Eugene and Eileen (Weber) Earp. He was a Christian. He worked as a Produce Manager for Shop and Save and then as a Frozen Food manager for The White Market in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. He enjoyed playing the guitar, listening to music, running, and reading. Survivors include his beloved wife of 40 years, Laura and their two sons: Brian Earp of Merrimack, New Hampshire and John Earp of Burlington, Vermont; a sister, Wendy Franklin of Newport, Vermont; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, David Earp. A memorial service will be held at the Grace United Methodist Church, Central Street, St. Johnsbury, on Saturday August 20, 2016 at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Kirk Thompson officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association of VT, 300 Corner Stone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05495.

, longtime St. Johnsbury Academy headmaster, passed away Sunday evening, Aug. 14, 2016 at the age of 78. He was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on February 24, 1938, one of seven children born to Francis and Dometille (Bernier) Mayo. He was predeceased by two sisters, Elaine Driscoll and Anne Warren Brill, as well by a brother, Frederick Mayo. Bernier’s childhood recollections were abundant, engaging, and made clear that from an early age, he was a most enterprising man about town. While in first grade, he secured his first job as paper boy; he liked to tell of the Christmas when he first had the earnings to purchase gifts for his family, buying hair cream for his oldest brother and copies of the same comic book for everyone else. Throughout his school years, Bernier worked as busboy, bellhop, movie ticket seller, bowling-pin setter-- these and countless odd neighborhood and family jobs forged his lifelong respect for hard and honest work done well. In 1952, Bernier entered St. Johnsbury Academy, beginning the connection that shaped his life for the next 64 years. He often reflected upon his sense that the Academy made him a serious person. He spoke of teachers who brought him alive to ideas, and who by virtue of treating him with attention and expectation, made him see himself as having the power and freedom to do good in the world. Bernier believed that this was the job of education: to make young people understand themselves in this way. Having graduated from SJA in 1956, Bernier attended the University of Vermont, as well as seminary at the University of Montreal, receiving a B.A. in English from UVM, and later, an M.A. from the Bread Loaf School of English at Middlebury. In 1964, he returned to the hometown he loved; it was the year that propelled him into all the rest, as first he became an English teacher at St. Johnsbury Academy, and then he met Jeanette Pike, the petite but formidable junior high English teacher down the hill. Bernier and Jeanette married in 1965. When he became headmaster at the School of the Holy Child on Long Island in 1972, they left St. Johnsbury with the shared dream and plan of returning. In the years that followed, they immersed themselves in a succession of schools and communities with much energy. Bernier’s leadership was re-invigorating everywhere he served. In 1976, the Mayos moved to northern Virginia, where Bernier served as superintendent of schools for the archdiocese of Arlington. Knowing that he needed to complement his understanding of private and parochial schools with experience in public school administration, in 1978 Bernier accepted a position as superintendent of schools in Gouverneur, NY. During this time, Bernier also commenced study to become a deacon in the Catholic church. It was a sustained, intense, and faith-filled commitment, rewarded by his ordination in 1983. Bernier and Jeanette were elated by his appointment as headmaster of St. Johnsbury Academy. His years in this role and as community leader were vivid and rich, fueled by his desire to give back to the places of his origin. He brought the strength of his intellect, personality, and work ethic to many things in addition to the Academy: spearheading the effort to build a facility for CALEX, writing the town plan, co-founding Good Shepherd Catholic School, serving in the Vermont State Senate, and sustaining St. Paul’s School in Barton as principal in its final year are some of these accomplishments. In the summer of 2013, Bernier was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent related surgery. One day later, he suffered a major stroke, resulting in paralysis of his left side. The stroke altered his life greatly but never extinguished his spirit. He lived most of his final three years at the Pines Rehabilitation Center in Lyndon. Bernier adored Jeanette’s daily visits, and he remained most attentive to all she read to him from the Caledonian Record. In conversations during these years, he expressed gratitude and wonder for the life he’d been given to lead. The Reverend Mr. Bernier L. Mayo is survived by his dear wife Jeanette; daughter Erin Mayo and husband Peter Gurnis of Fryeburg, ME, and grandchildren Musa, Maeve, and Gunnar; daughter Darcy Dugas and husband Scott of Guilford, CT, and grandchildren Andre, Molly, and Parker; two brothers, John and Michael Mayo of St. Johnsbury; sister Marceline Nadeau of Lancaster, NH; nieces, nephews, and their extended families. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Thursday evening 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held in St. Johnsbury at St. John the Evangelist Church on Main St. this Friday, Aug. 19 beginning at 10:30 a.m. Selected speakers will begin the service prior to the Mass beginning at 11 a.m. with The Most Reverand Christopher J. Coyne, celebrant.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016, after suffering a heart attack the previous day. She was a loving mother and wife who thoroughly enjoyed helping others. She was born in Lyndon Center, Vermont to Leo and Mildred (Currier) Brown, on Nov. 30, 1935. She had three older brothers. Carlton and Edwin both predeceased her. Elmer Brown and his wife Bertha reside in Thetford Center. Fran was very proud of having become a professional cook for the U.S. Air Force, as a civilian. Throughout the years, she worked a myriad of jobs. She enjoyed meeting new people and learning new skills. Fran received the Unsung Hero’s Award for her many contributions to the Kingdom Community Services Food Shelf. She was an active and supportive member of the former South Congregational Church. Fran is survived by her husband, Theron ‘Ted’ Merchant of St. Johnsbury; one son, The Rev. Leo C. Merchant and wife Debbie of Springfield, Ohio; one daughter, Eva Hamilton and husband Terry of Thunder Bay, Ontario; two grandchildren, Melinda Sanborn and husband Brian; and Craig Merchant; along with two great-grandchildren, Dante and Elizabeth Sanborn. Visiting hours will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home Saturday evening, Aug. 13th, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the South Congregational Church on Sunday, Aug. 14th, at 11:30 a.m. Her former longtime pastor, the Rev. Stephen Winkler, will officiate at the service. Burial will be held privately at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Kingdom Community Services, PO Box 735, St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, of West Barnet, Vermont, died at home on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, after a brief, but brave battle with cancer. Gene was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey, on October 15, 1947, the son of John W. Redfield and Pauline (Flocken) Redfield. He graduated from Bridgeton High School in 1966 and took some classes at Rowan University, in Glassboro, NJ, where he became interested in Horticulture. Gene was president of his high school class for 3 years and his many friends loved his happy personality and winning smile. He always loved and was involved in sports. Growing up, his favorite pastime was playing sandlot baseball with all his buddies. In high school, he played both baseball and football, and was quarterback for the Bridgeton Bulldogs. It was in high school, where he met his future wife, Sandra Irelan, and they became best friends. The Redfields lived in Pittsgrove, NJ, for 35 years, where Gene worked as a Lab Technician at Du Pont, in Deepwater, Delaware. During these years, they loved camping and hiking. Along with their son, Gino, they took a trip to Banff, Canada, where they rode horseback for 6 days through the Canadian Rockies. They also did a 6-day whitewater rafting trip down the Green River in Colorado. The Redfields hiked Mt. Washington several times, along with many other challenging climbs. After his first visit to Vermont, Gene fell in love with this state and decided to retire here. Gene loved gardening and his beautiful yard showcased his great talent. He also had a creative eye for restoring furniture. The Redfields recently built “Relics Renewed,” where they began selling their renovated pieces, and had the opportunity to meet neighbors, as well as new friends. Gene is survived by his wife and soul mate Sandi, of 49 years, son Gene “Gino” and soul mate, Karalyn, of Lititz, PA; daughter Linda Roy and husband Phil, of Nolensville, TN; much-loved grandsons Mitchell, Mason, and Ritter Redfield, of Marlboro, VT; brother-in-law Richard Irelan, of Hot Springs Village, AR; sister-in-law Nancy Irelan and husband Michael Schnelle, of Geneva, NY; and brother-in-law Ben Irelan and wife Peggy, of Landenberg, PA. He will be sadly missed by his 2 beloved rescued Golden Retrievers and 2 rescued kitties. A celebration of Gene’s life will be held on his birthday, October 15, 2016, at the Andrew Hastie Barn in Peacham, VT, at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Memphis Area Golden Retriever Rescue (MAGRR), the rescue organization which has been near and dear to Gene’s heart, since the adoption of our Goldens, Dee and Kellie.

, a lifetime resident of the local area, currently of Sutton, VT, passed away Saturday Morning, August 6, 2016, at his home peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the age of 74. Doug was born in Sutton, VT, on March 8, 1942, son of the late Harry and Laura (Chase) Townsend. He graduated from Lyndon Institute in the Class of 1961, where he achieved the highest grade in Building Trades. He owned and operated Douglas Townsend Building Contractor holding a Master’s Electrician and a Plumber and with his excellent carpentry and cabinet making skills allowed him to build 50+ homes and businesses in the local area and many more throughout New England. He was a past Selectman and Chairman for the Town of Lyndon and was very happy to serve his community from 1981-1990. He was President of the local 4-H chapter and former Director of the 4-H Camp in Sharon, VT for many years and received the state 4-H Alumni Recognition Award. Doug enjoyed a great deal of charity work over the years, whether it was plowing driveways or just helping others in times they were most in need. He enjoyed NASCAR and spent a lot of time with his grandchildren, especially when it was sugaring season, which was a favorite time for Doug. Doug is survived by his faithful and very special friend, Sandy Ulmer, of Newark, VT his four children: Scott D. “Scottie” Townsend and wife Darcy of Orlando, FL, Gayle “Bubbie” Townsend-Lang and significant other Tom Donahue of Rutland, VT, Howard L. “Joe” Townsend and wife Janet of Erwin, TN, Tani L. “Funny Face” Rainey and significant other Michael Derosier of St. Johnsbury, VT. Two siblings: Lindsey Townsend of Fairfield, VT, Sylvia Noyes and husband David of Tilton, NJ, his good and close friends, Freddie Kenney, of Waterford, VT and Michael Derosier, of St. Johnsbury, VT Ten grandchildren: Ryan Townsend, Danielle Townsend, Michael Lang, Cassandra Lang, Brian Townsend, Samantha Townsend, Megan Armstrong, Chandler Rainey, James Regione and Sean Regione. 6 great-grandchildren, Ruth Townsend, Christopher Jenkin III, Sophia Lang, Izaic Townsend, Raziel Townsend and Ulysses Townsend and several nieces and nephews. Doug was predeceased by his parents Harry and Laura (Chase) Townsend, Brother Robert Townsend and two children Dean Townsend and Pamela “Punki” Regione and an Aunt Ethel “Auntie” Townsend. Special thanks to Caledonia Home Health Care & Hospice and his nurse Sara. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM on Thursday, August 11, 2016, at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville, VT. Funeral Services will be held Friday, August 12th at 10AM at Guibord Funeral Home with John Sleeper officiating. Burial will follow at the Sutton Village Cemetery. All are then invited to attend the reception to celebrate Doug’s life at the Sutton Free Will Baptist Church. Memorial Donations may be made to Caledonia County 4H, 374 Eerson Falls Road, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819, or Lyndonville Fire Department, 316 Main Street, Lyndonville, VT 05851.

, 73, of Concord passed away peacefully at his home Saturday August 6, 2016 with family, love and the feeling of peace within him. He was born in Northfield Falls, Vermont on Dec. 11, 1942, one of six children born to Walter and Mary (Provost) Smith. Bob had endless great memories about growing up on the family farm in Danville. If you spent any amount of time with him, much of that time would have been spent listening to him tell you about all the good times he had growing up and throughout his life. And he would tell you the amount of good times most certainly out-weighed all the tough times. Bob enjoyed the outdoors and spent a great deal of time fishing and hunting. He could be seen on various rivers and streams throughout the Northeast Kingdom casting a line and enjoying the day. Prior to retirement, Bob worked in many career fields all of which kept him busy building something. There are many homes, buildings, roads and railroads throughout New England that bore his skilled craftsmanship. He had a wealth of knowledge which made him a resourceful man. He was accomplished and took great pride in his carpentry, mechanics, electrical and nearly any other hands-on craft, and he took every opportunity to teach and pass those skills on to others. Bob served in the United States Army from 1962 through 1971. He traveled the world crossing the oceans many times. He held various positions but was always most proud of being a paratrooper of the 508th Airborne Infantry Regiment (Red Devils). Bob had a great sense of humor and was quick with a joke. He had a unique gift of being able to tell others exactly how he felt or thought. Of all the things Bob did and enjoyed throughout his life, his greatest love was to his family. Bob and Janet were the foundation of their immediate and extended families. They were the one constant in the lives of many, opening their home to those who needed a place to stay or get back on the right path. He is survived by his wife Janet; four children: Robert L. Smith Jr. and wife Lisa of Mubane N.C., Tim L. Smith and wife Patti of Concord, Walter F. Smith and wife Laurie of Danville, Candida ‘Candi’ Smith and husband Larry of Calais; seven grandchildren: Robert’s children Isabella, Luke, and Adella; Walter’s two boys Andrew and Bradley; Candi’s two children Forrest and Cheyenne. One surviving brother Francis Smith and wife Irene of Concord; his sister Marilyn Gadapee of Danville; two sisters-in-law: Suzanne Smith of Isle La Motte, Susan Smith of St. Johnsbury; nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bob was predeceased by three brothers, Reggie, Dale, and Lee Smith, and by Marilyn’s husband Wayne Gadapee. A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Johnsbury this Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Cremation will follow the Mass with public graveside services the following day, Thursday, at 1 p.m at the Danville Green Cemetery, concluding with military honors. Memorial contributions could be directed to The Veteran’s Place, 220 Vine St., Northfield VT 05663; or to Blue Star Mothers, PO Box 195, Bakersfield VT 05441.

, age 82, of Broad Street, passed away peacefully at son’s home in Springfield, VT, Thursday, August 4, 2016. Denise was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, on April 1, 1934, daughter to the late Jean and Adeline (Villemaire) Lecours. She was raised and educated in Sherbrooke. Denise married Rene Edouard Labrecque and shared 50 years together at the time of his passing on October 11, 2004. Denise worked at clothing stores in Sherbrooke when she was first married, was a homemaker, and worked as a cashier at Grand Union in St. Johnsbury for several years. She and Rene were antique car enthusiasts, went to many antique flea markets and car shows. Past-time hobbies were puzzles, sewing, travelling and bingo. Denise was very loved by family members and many friends and acquaintances. She will surely be missed by all of these people, especially me. I love you, Mom! Denise is survived by her only son, Richard R. Labrecque and his wife, Robin, of Springfield, VT, 2 brothers: Claude Lecours and his wife, Rejeanne, of Sherbrooke, Gilles Lecours and his wife, Denise, also of Sherbrooke, a sister Suzeanne Bouchard and her husband, Claude, of Sherbrooke, 5 grandchildren: Danielle Keilman, James Murphy, Justin Labrecque, Kyle Polczynski, Nicole Sargent, many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Rene, 2 grandchildren: Nicole Labrecque and Travis Murphy. Friends may call on the family from 5-7PM on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville, VT. Burial will take place at 11AM on Monday, August 15. 2016, St. Elizabeth’s Cemetery in Lyndonville with Rev. Bernard Gaudreau. Memorial contributions may be made in Denise’s name to the Make a Wish Foundation of Vermont, 431 Pine St. #214, Burlington, VT 05401.

, age 92, passed away Monday night September 26, 2016, following a long decline. Maidene was born in East Hardwick, VT, on May 10, 1924, one of nine children born to the late Wilbur and Emma (Vancour) Morse. She had her first job at age 13 when she went to work for a family in East Concord doing house cleaning. She worked 7 days a week (including holidays) for $0.50 a week. She worked many years at Gilman Paper Company, in 1967 she went to work at the original Ames Department Store. On November 15, 1941 she was married to Robert Morton. He predeceased her on May 18, 1966. Bob and Maidene raised 2 daughters in their marriage. In 1972 she married Harold Whitney and lived in St. Johnsbury Center at the Whitney homestead until Harold passed away on March 27, 2005. In 2011 she sold the home and went to live with her youngest daughter. She was able to pass in the home in Concord that she and Bob had raised their children. Maidene was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. Her life centered around her family. She was a woman who spoke her mind, you were never uncertain as to what she was getting across. She will be sadly missed by her loved ones, but she is now with the Lord and her family. She is survived by her daughters: Joan Croteau (Paul) of St. Johnsbury and Diana Morton Gray of Concord; grandchildren: Paul Robert Croteau, Pamela Jean Billings, Jonathan Harold Croteau (Delora), Tammie Lynn Newland, and Theresa Newland; 7 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren; sister Annabelle Sullivan; brother-in-law Harold Morton; sister-in-law Doris ‘Dot’ Morton and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters and their partners: Leon & Fannie Morse, Vernard Morse, Burliegh and Vera Morse, Katherine and Connie Pixley, Mary and James Grant, Robert and Irene Morse and Clement Sullivan. A Private graveside service will take place at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours.

, age 91, formerly of Green Street, passed away at NVRH, on Monday morning, September 19, 2016, following a brief decline. She had resided at the Pines in Lyndonville since July of 2015. Ann was born in Littleton, NH on January 22, 1925, daughter to the late Joseph and Lillian (Ziter) Toney. She was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury, graduating from St. Johnsbury Academy in the Class of 1944. She spent most of her working life in her gift shop on Hastings Hill, The Country Gift Shop, which she had for over 37 years. She was extremely active in the community being a member of the Board of Civil Authorities, Justice of the Peace for over 70 years and a staunch member of the Democratic Town Party. She was married to Arthur Laferriere for over 47 years when he passed on July 6, 2006. She is survived by her daughter: Michelle Laferriere and her partner, Evelyn Burke, of Bethel, CT, her eldest brother: Eddie Toney of St. Johnsbury, her nieces: Maureen Webster and husband, Gordon, of St. Johnsbury, Lillian Swainbank and husband, Jodi, of St. Johnsbury, and nephews: Paul Toney and wife, Gloria, of Waterford and Johnny Laferriere and his family also of St. Johnsbury and also many more nieces and nephews from Arthur’s side. Friends may call on the family from 11AM-1PM on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. A prayer Service will be held at the funeral home following calling hours and burial will immediately follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery on St. Johns Street in St. Johnsbury. Memorial contributions may be made in Ann’s name to the American Heart Association, 110 Main Street Suite 203, Burlington, VT, 05401.

, age 96, passed away September 20, 2016 at Birchwood Terrace Healthcare in Burlington, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Barnet, VT on May 6, 1920, to the late Charles and Elsie (Parker) Kimball. After graduating from Mclndoes Academy, he worked with his grandfather as a painter. During World War II he was employed at Vermont Tap and Die in Lyndonville, and on July 23, 1943, he married Wilma Miles. In 1945 they bought Rowe Brothers store in Barnet village, in partnership with Wilma's parents, operating as Kimball and Miles. Harold was an active member of the Barnet Congregational Church and was involved in the community. Retiring in 1981, he and Wilma began spending winters in Tucson, Arizona and summers at their cottage on Lake Seymour. In 2005 they moved to Burlington. Harold was predeceased by his wife Wilma in 2010 following 66 years together. He is survived by his daughters: Brenda Frazer (Mark) of Burlington, Patsy Leavitt (Thomas) of Jay, Jill Moore (Douglas) of Tucson, Arizona; eight grandchildren: Kim O'Neill (Brendan), Kate Stowell (Justin), Jared Leavitt (Anna), Brock Leavitt (Kerry), Blake Leavitt (Anne), Cory Gaffney, Cody Gaffney, Riley Gaffney; five great grandchildren: Lily O'Neill, Luke Stowell, Jude Leavitt, Mirabelle and Eleanor Leavitt. Memorial Services will be held at 1PM on Saturday October 1, 2016, at the Barnet Congregational Church with the Rev. Sally Chamberlain officiating. Burial will take place at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Barnet. There will be no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be directed to Birchwood Terrace Healthcare: Activities Program, 43 Starr Farm Road, Burlington, VT 05408 or to the Barnet Public Library, 147 Church Street, Barnet, VT 05821. His family would like to thank all the personnel at Birchwood for the wonderful care they gave Harold with special thanks to Gail for her compassion in caring for our father.

- 14 Dec. 1923 – 25 Sept. 2016. Allen was born in Randolph VT, first son of Merle (nee Allen) and Horace Allen Soule Sr. He was a fifth generation Vermonter and direct descendant of Mayflower passenger George Soule. Allen graduated Randolph High School 1941, and served in the Army Air Corps in WWII. After the war he attended Goddard College and graduated with a degree in Sociology. Allen served as Vermont State Archivist for roughly a decade, and edited three volumes of the State Papers of Vermont. In 1966 Allen founded Elmhill, and later Maplehill, group homes and schools for children in state care. He served as Director for many years and remained on the Board until shortly before his death. He and the other adult workers provided strong, positive role models for the children helping them lead fulfilling, successful lives. Allen lived an incredibly full life that included countless memorable actions. He acted in a number of films, many directed by David Mamet, and in doing so ended up in Life magazine. He ran for VT State Representative, wrote and edited for many years, and was a DJ at WDGR for decades and at KXCI in Tucson. Allen believed in preserving Vermont and was one of the first in Calais to enter his land into the Vermont Land Trust. He traveled extensively and recommended that everyone travel and see new places and new people whenever possible. Throughout it all he enjoyed playing poker, including competing in the World Series of Poker, backgammon, bridge, and pinochle. Allen is preceded in death by his parents and brother Robert. He is survived by brothers Harold Jackson (Jack) and Ronald James, by his children, Daniel, Jeremy, Jacqueline, Andrea, Terence, and Eliza, eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, many foster children, and a large number of longtime friends. A celebration of Allen's life is planned for next summer. In lieu of flowers please honor Allen's life by preserving a piece of Vermont, traveling somewhere new, planting a tree, or making a donation to the Maplehill School and Farm.

, age 78, formerly of Burke Hollow, died at the Coos County Nursing Home in Berlin, NH, Tuesday, September 27, 2016. Paul was born in Berlin, NH, on February 4, 1938, son to the late Felix and Lucia (LeBlanc) Gallant. He grew up in Berlin, NH and went to Barbering School in Nashua, NH, later settling in Vermont in 1964. He owned and operated Paul’s Barber Shop in Lyndonville from 1973 to 2009, was Zoning Administrator with the Town of Burke and security officer with Burke Mountain for many years. He also served Burke as the Town Constable since 1990 and taught CPR for over 25 years for the American Heart Association. He is survived by son Steven of California, his daughter and her fiancée Karen Lyon (Arthur Magoon) of W. Burke, two sisters: Gloria Gallant of NJ, Bertha Santiago of Milan, NH, 3 grandchildren: Samantha Johnson, Molly Smith and Yancy Lyon and 5 great-grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 18 years, Patricia Powers Gallant in 1997 and a sister Priscilla Gallant Morin A Graveside Service will be held at 2PM on Monday, October 3, 2016 at the Woodmont Cemetery in E. Burke, VT with Rev. Fr. Curtis Miller. Friends may call on and visit with the family from 6-8PM that Monday evening at the Guibord Funeral Home, 15 Main Street in Lyndonville, VT. Memorial Donations may be made to the West Burke Meal Site, 212 School Street, W. Burke, VT 05871, or to the Coos County Nursing Home, Activities Dept., 364 Cates Hill Rd, Berlin, NH 03570

, age 77, of Pleasant Street passed away at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, following a long decline. John was a lifelong resident, born in St. Johnsbury on August 23, 1939, son to the late Charles Merton and Dorothy Lydia (Celley) Porter. He was raised and educated here and went to the St. J Trade School. He married Shirley L. Holloway on September 20, 1959, and shared 57 years together. John worked as a Service Repairman for Sears for 33 years, drove taxi in St. Johnsbury part-time while attending night school studying for his Master Electrician license which he was self-employed as until his retirement. He sang and played bass guitar in several country music bands over the years, was a past member of the Moose Club, enjoyed lots of ‘camp parties’ and while he wasn’t being “Mr. Fixit,” he loved getting his grandkids into trouble and usually himself, too. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley, of St. Johnsbury, two daughters: Valerie Morse (Bob Cavelius) of N. Haverhill, NH, Gail Porter of St. Johnsbury, three sisters: Faith “Tiny” Weeks of Rockland, ME, Jane St. Onge (Richard) of Canaan, NH, Donna Rowell (Charles) of St. Johnsbury, 3 grandchildren: Kevin Harran, Mark Harran (Fiancé Jenn Martin), Melissa Harran and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son: John R. Porter, Jr. in 2007 and by a brother: Charles Porter. Friends may call on the family from 7-9PM on Monday, September 26, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Funeral Services will be held at 11AM Tuesday the 27th at the Funeral Home with John Sleeper officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery on St. John’s Street.

, formerly of The Brightlook Apartments in St. Johnsbury, passed away at The Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016. She was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on Oct. 9, 1923 of Portuguese descent, the daughter of Fortunato and Alvira (Furtado) Cabral. Her husband Anibal Ribeiro passed away in 1980, and her sister Mildred Vieira last year in 2015. She is survived by a few nieces and nephews. A visiting hour will be held at the Sayles Funeral Home this Sunday, Sept. 25 from 2-3 p.m. Anyone wishing to pay their respects is welcome. Committal services will be held at St. Johns Cemetery in New Bedford, Massachusetts the following day, Monday, Sept. 26 at 12 Noon.

, age 94, formerly of St. Johnsbury, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 22, 2016, following a long period of declining health. Lucille was born in Burke, VT, on May 27, 1922, daughter to the late Clyde and Josephine (Martin) Batchelder. She was raised and educated in Lyndonville graduating from Lyndon Institute, and went on to Lyndon Teaching College. Lucille taught at Sheffield School, owned and operated LaRock Taxi for many years, worked at Glovers in St. Johnsbury and at Burndy’s in Littleton. She loved square dancing, and was very musically talented, playing the piano, accordion and many other instruments. Lucille was also a member of the Lyndon Corner Baptist Church where she played the bells. She is survived by her daughter-in-law: Audrey Batchelder of Burke Hollow, 2 grandsons: Michael (Lisa) Batchelder and family of Florida, Jason (Heather) Batchelder and family of Sheffield, VT, her nephew and caregiver: Dennis Drown (Linda) and family: Nikia, Naomi and Nathan Drown. Lucille was predeceased by her husband: Robert LaRock, her son: Lester Batchelder and sister & brother-in-law: Laura & Gordon Drown. A Graveside Service will be held at 2PM on Monday, September 26, 2016, at the Howland Cemetery on Burke Hollow Road in West Burke.

, age 80, of Brown Farm Road, Lyndonville, passed away at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, Sunday night, September 25, 2016. Mae was born in St. Johnsbury, VT., on June 13, 1936, daughter to the late John and Eleanor (Douglas) Sanborn. She grew up in St. Johnsbury and married Frank Ruggles in 1953, who died in 1955. She remarried in 1956 to Albion Shatney sharing 39 years together when he passed in 1995. Mae was employed with Fairbanks Scales for 28 years, enjoyed playing bingo and going for rides looking at wildlife and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her daughter Donna Therrien (Dale) of Sheffield, VT and Dunedin, FL, a brother: Maurice Sanborn (Bessie) of Newark, VT, a sister: Rae Reed (Ron) of N. Haverhill, NH, a brother-in- law: Reg Shatney (Claire) of Lyndonville, three sisters-in-law: Helena Ewen (Dale) of Concord, VT, Audrey Downey (Jake) of E. Burke, VT, Evelyn McBey of Newport, VT, two grandchildren: Timothy Therrien (Ginger), Heather McGinnis(Gary), and four great-grandchildren: Zachary &; Lilly Therrien, Cale &; Gavin McGinnis, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by daughter Cindy Shatney in 2015. A Graveside Service will take place at 1PM on Sunday, October 9, 2016 the Grove Cemetery in E. St. Johnsbury. There will be no calling hours. Many thanks to the staff at St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful care Mae received for the nearly four months she was there. Memorial Donations may be made in her name to St. Johnsbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 65, of Sunset Drive, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, September 25, 2016, while taking a nap before heading out fishing. Bill was born in Worcester, MA, on September 4, 1951, son to the late Barbara Jane (Sleeper) Terrill. He was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury graduating from St. Johnsbury Academy in the Class of 1969. He began working as a bartender at Gold Crown Lanes at the age of 17 and worked as an inspector for VT Aerospace for 31 years. He loved to bowl, golf and most especially loved to fish. He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Beverly J. (Bean) Terrill of St. Johnsbury, two daughters: Jennifer Thompson and husband, David, of St. Johnsbury, Jessica Estabrooks and husband, Matthew, of Northfield, VT, 5 grandchildren: Logan, Peyton & Emalyn Thompson, Ewan & Etta Estabrooks, his mother-in-law: Emma Bean of Peacham, VT, a sister-in-law: Mary Faris and husband, Tony, of Mosquitoville, VT, two brothers-in-law: Richard and Stephen Bean of St. Johnsbury, two uncles: Norman Sleeper of St. Johnsbury and Neal Sleeper of Massachusetts and several cousins, niece and nephews. He was pre-deceased by a brother: David Terrill. A Graveside Service will be held at 2PM on Friday, September 30, 2016, at the Peacham Cemetery with John Sleeper officiating. There will be no Calling Hours. Family and friends are also invited to a reception at 4PM Friday following the committal to the American Legion on Maple Street in St. Johnsbury. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers are requested to one of the three charities: ReSOURCE, 266 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401, The Silver Towers, c/o The Elks, 118 Western Ave, St. Johnsbury or The American Legion, Post #58, 11 Maple Street, St. Johnsbury 05819.

, age 81, of Sanger Circle passed away peacefully Wednesday September 14, 2016. She was surrounded by her daughter, Lynn and granddaughter Megan. Dorothy was born in Littleton, NH on Christmas Day 1934. Adopted daughter to the late Raymond Carlyle and Hazel (Graham) Morrison, Dorothy was raised and educated in the town of Lower Waterford and Saint Johnsbury, VT. She graduated from St. Johnsbury in June 1953, and on July 18, 1955, she married Donald Earl Coombs and was married for 49 years when Don passed on October 6, 2004. Dorothy worked at St. Johnsbury Academy starting in December of 1968. She worked in the business office, the Alumni Office, as well as a secretary to the Vocational Educational Department and managed the computer room. She helped many students to talk about their issues or concerns. Dorothy supported them and pushed them to complete their education. Graduation was a special time when they would show their diploma to her and thank her for her guidance and support. She continued her work there until her retirement in 2013. She bowled at Littleton Lanes in the Women's League for several years; was a dedicated mother and grandmother who attended all sport activities and plays. Dorothy set up and organized the library at the Center School and was the Secretary and Treasurer for the St. Johnsbury Center Fire District for 20 years. She enjoyed feeding and watching wild birds and was an avid Red Sox supporter. Dorothy was a longtime member of the First Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury Center where she sang in the choir and was a soloist at weddings and funerals. She is survived by her two children: Lynn Root and her husband, Terrence, of Lebanon, NH, Kenneth Coombs and wife, Sheryl, of Concord, NH, seven grandchildren: Justin, Patrick and Megan Root; Blake Jenkins II; Michael Sumner; Justin and Allison Foy, two great-grandchildren: Derick Root and Willow Gilboy, sisters-in-law: Lorraine Morrison of Lebanon, NH; Lorraine Laurin and her husband, Richard, of Star Lake, NY, as well as several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband: Donald Coombs; daughter: Diane Coombs; brother: Carlyle Morrison and sister: Martha Barrett and her husband, Herbert Barrett. Friends may call on the family from 5-7PM at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, on Friday September 16, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 1PM on Saturday September 17, 2016, at the United Community Church, formerly the North Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury on Main Street with the Rev. Joan Vincent officiating. Burial will be held privately at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Dorothy Coombs' name to Saint Johnsbury Academy Alumni - Class of 1953 Head Master Scholarship, care of Tammi Cady; Saint Johnsbury Academy P.O Box 906 Saint Johnsbury VT 05819.

, 88 of St Johnsbury, Vermont died peacefully on October 7, 2016 in Concord, Vermont surrounded by the love of her family that was so dear to her. Jill S. Jones was born February 8, 1928, in Montclair, N.J., the daughter of Alfred E. Sherndal and Beatrice (Jaques) Sherndal of Old Chatham, N.Y. She graduated from St. Agnes School in Albany, N.Y. and Wells College in Aurora, N.Y., class of 1949 and in 1985 received her Masters from Lyndon State College. On June 14, 1952 she married Theodor Jones and they raised their four children in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Connecticut. In 1983 she moved to Jill’s Hill in S. Wheelock, Vermont where she lived in the company of her beloved dogs, Tacka, Elsie and later Peppi and Beau. She also had a beautiful Norwegian fiord horse “Susi” that she kept for years, driving and riding. Jill led an active life in S. Wheelock, cross-country skiing snowshoeing and tending Susi. She was an avid reader and did the NYT crossword puzzle religiously every day, in pen! She volunteered delivering Meal-on-Wheels and taught art classes in St Albans. Her own artwork flourished when she lived in St Albans where she became an active member of the Bishop Street Artist group. She loved classical music and played piano well. She also sang for years with the North Country Chorus in St Johnsbury. They traveled to Prague and Sweden. A highlight for her was singing as a young woman with the Boston Symphony at Tanglewood in Massachusetts under the direction of Serge Koussevitsky in a 100-member chorus. Her beloved children, daughter Winnie Jones and her partner Susan Aldrich of Vermont, daughter Jill Agnew and her husband Charlie, of Maine, son Tom Jones and his partner Diana Gipe of Vermont and son Ted of Florida survive her. She leaves her grandchildren Jenny and Charlie of Maine, and Lindsay, Nick, Ben, Sam, Max and Jenna of Vermont and three great-grandchildren Mason and Keegan and Arlo. A Celebration of Jill’s life will be held at a later date.

, age 71, of East Village Road, passed away at the Pines Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lyndonville Sunday afternoon, October 9, 2016, following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Lois was born in Quincy, MA, on March 15, 1945, daughter to the late Alfred and Alice Cobb. Her family moved to St. Johnsbury in mid-1950’s and she went on to graduate from St. Johnsbury Academy in the Class of 1963. Lois began working as a secretary at Fairbank’s Scales out of the Academy and married Ross Bimson on July 1, 1967. She continued working until their daughter, Barb, was born. In 1984 she resumed a secretary position, but this time, in the business office of the Academy and continued there until retiring in 2011 after 27 years. Lois and Ross did some travelling to Florida, Alaska, Las Vegas and many individual trips to Maine throughout each year, and over the years Lois was heavy into crafts. She and Barb would have booths at the local shows, especially in the fall holiday season. From making teddy bears to quilts, she did most everything. Lois is survived by her husband of over 49 years, Ross Bimson, of Waterford, her daughter Barb Bimson of St. Johnsbury, her brother: Donald Cobb (Gerri) of Swanton, VT, her sister: Louise Anderson of Claremont, NH, sister-in-law: Sue Anne Drown of S. Burlington, a special niece: Debbie Lavigne (Peter) of Waterbury Center, VT, several nieces and nephews, her 2 cats that meant everything to her: Kady & Molly and her grand-dog: Fenway. She was predeceased by her sister and her husband: Judy Hauf (Ronnie) and two-brothers-in-law: Norman Anderson and Jared Drown. A private graveside service will be held at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no Calling Hours. Memorial Donations may be made to the Kingdom Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 462, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

, age 61, of Gaskill Hill Rd, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on Saturday, October 29, 2016, following a long period of declining health. Mike was born on March 22, 1955, son to Howard Clinton Nichols and the late Virginia (Davis). He grew up in East Concord graduating from Concord High School in 1973. He worked for 41 years for Weidman retiring as the Shipper’s Lead Foreman. He enjoyed his work, loved to cook and liked being a loner, and he absolutely loved his granddaughters. He is survived by his son: Michael E. Nichols, II and his wife, Tara, of Lyndonville and their daughters: Bailey and Kamryn, his father: Howard Nichols and his companion, Sandy Gonyer, of N. Concord, VT, a brother: Steve Nichols and wife, Louise, of Littleton, NH, his sister: Patricia Celino and husband, Ron, of Monroe, NH, his only niece: Stephanie Cogswell and a very close friend: Brenda Hackett of West Burke. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at 2PM on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the East Concord Cemetery, on Cozy Nook Road. There will be no calling hours.

of Danville died early Wednesday morning, Oct. 26, 2016 at the age of 91. She had resided at The Pines in Lyndonville since 2010. She was born in Orleans, Vermont on May 26, 1925, daughter to the late Urban and Lillian (Emerson) Warner. She and her husband Jack met in first grade and enjoyed a lifetime of love. A graduate of Orleans High School, she continued her education at Bryant & Stratton Secretarial School in Boston, Larson Junior College in Hamden, CT and Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA. Phyllis worked as a private secretary and received her B.A. in English while raising her children. She taught English and Latin at the Kimberton Farms School in Pennsylvania. The family summered in Danby, Vermont many years. Phyllis was an avid gardener; she loved spending time caring for and harvesting her flowers, vegetables and berries. After returning to Vermont in 1985, Phyllis became a vendor at local farmer’s markets where she was known as “The Pie Lady”. Phyllis also enjoyed making jams, weaving baskets, and collecting antiques. She had a deep appreciation for the beauty of Vermont and was a member of the 251 club as well as the Danville United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Harry ‘Jack’ Blanchard; children Mark, David and Jamie; grandchildren Stacey, Ashley, Javin, Miranda, Hannah, Sheldon, and Nigel; many nieces, nephews and her lifelong best friend, Dorothy (Domina) Willard. Funeral services will be held in Danville on Saturday, Nov. 5 at 11 a.m. at the Danville United Methodist Church (89 Park Street) with the pastor Sue Mackay officiating the service. Memorial contributions could be directed to The Vermont Food Bank, 33 Parker Rd., Barre VT 05641, or to the Danville Senior Meals Site.

, age 63, of Troy, passed away at the North Country Hospital in Newport Wednesday evening, October 12, 2016 surround by his family. Richard was born in Newport on May 3, 1953, son to the late Raymond and Emily (Wormsley) Falconer. He began driving at the young age of 14 and continued to be a truck driver for all of his life. Most recently he worked for Ivan and Marlene Maxwell of Derby. Richard was a simple man, he didn’t like things too complicated, he liked things short, sweet and to the point. He enjoyed spending time riding his Harley Davidson and at camp in Westfield. Richard is survived by his three children: Brett Falconer (Blake Leighton) of Troy, Rhonda Mayhew (Stacey) of Newport Center, and Chad Falconer (Dawn) of Lowell; twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by many siblings, several nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of Richard’s life will take place on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 3 p.m. at Degree Auction Services located at 1571 VT-100 Westfield, VT. The family has asked that anyone with a motorcycle or truck meet at D & C Transportation in Orleans at 2 p.m. to ride in procession to the celebration. Memorial Donations may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 73, of St. Johnsbury passed away at home unexpectedly Wednesday morning, Oct. 26, 2016 after a period of declining health. He was born in Washington D.C., Aug. 25, 1943, the son of John Cullember and Esther (Rogers). He married Debra Driscoll of St. Johnsbury on Aug. 24, 1984. Richard was a retired substance abuse counselor for the State of Vermont Department of Parole and Probation. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Kingdom Recovery Center on Summer St. He is survived by his wife Debra, son Nathan Taylor and his wife Katie and their children Natalie Michelle and Ella Kate of Danville; mother-in-law Forrestine Driscoll of St. Johnsbury; and many close extended family members. He was predeceased by daughter Michelle Taylor. A gathering of friends and family will be held at the Sayles Funeral Tuesday evening, Nov. 1 from 6-8 p.m. concluding with a prayer service at 7:45 p.m. Memorial contributions could be directed to Kingdom Recovery Center, 297 Summer St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 82, of Jamieson Road, passed away at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Friday, October 28, 2016, following a long decline in health. Jack was born at Brightlook Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT, on November 30, 1933, son to the late Lyle Dudley and Ester Mae (Ball) Weston. He grew up on Bible Hill in St. Johnsbury Center and on September 14, 1957, he married his sweetheart Betty Potter. Jack worked at St. Johnsbury Trucking for 34 years retiring in 1990. After retiring he started a lawn mowing business. He could be seen (and thoroughly enjoying) mowing half of Danville. Jack was a friend to everyone and would be the first to stop and help a stranded motorist or a neighbor. Jack loved motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, archery, skiing, camping with the family, and his dog, Ella, that snowmobiled with him. He and Betty traveled many miles on his beloved Harley Davidson. Jack was a member of the St. Johnsbury Elks Club, Caledonia Forest and Stream, Caledonia County React and St. J. Archery Club. He was a former member of both the St. Johnsbury and Danville Fire Departments. Jack loved to swim and he was an avid bowler, but most of all he loved his family and he will be sadly missed by all of us. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty Weston of Danville and her mother Pauline H Potter, also of Danville, 4 daughters: Susan Laliberte (Mark) of W. Charleston, VT, Sharon Weston ( Bruce Grady) of Danville, Sheila Weston (Maurice Bouffard) of Danville, Shelly Marquise (Dennis) of Ryegate, 2 sisters: Lorna Minor of Terryville, CT, Mabel Morin of W. Springfield, MA, 2 sisters-in-law: Glynda Rosebrook (Edward) of Lancaster, NH, Geraldine Potter of Manchester, NH, 6 grandchildren: Andre Laliberte, Melissa Timson (Kenneth), D.J. McLaughlin, Charles T. Simonson, Jr., Benjamin Favreau, Jackson Weston, 5 great-grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. A gathering to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at the Elks Club on Western Ave in St. Johnsbury. Family will receive guests from 1:30-4PM on Saturday, November 5, 2016. A service by the Elks members will begin at 1:30. Burial will take place at a future date at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. Donations may be directed in Jack’s name to the Danville Rescue, whose members took such wonderful care of him whenever they were called. Mail to: 379 Brainard Street, Danville, VT 05828.

, age 84, of Cross Ave, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on Sunday, October 30, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. Stewart was born in East Calais, Vermont, on April 27, 1932, the youngest son of Norman George and Leona (Bullock) Smith. He grew up in Danville where he attended the one room school house on Joes Brook Road in Danville. He later graduated from the Vermont Agricultural School in Randolph, Vermont in 1949. He then enlisted in the United States Army, serving in the Korean War and in Japan. In 1952 he was honorably discharged and started his employment with the HP Hood Company in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont. While working there, he was introduced to his future wife and “Lover Duck,” Cecile M. Prevost, on a blind date on a dead end street. On September 11, 1954 they were married. They shared over 62 wonderful years, touching many lives on their journey together. After their marriage, Stewart went to work for Fairbanks Morse Scales Company for 40 years until his retirement in 1997. Stewart loved spending time with his family, gardening and hunting, especially with his son-in-law Herb and grandson, Jeffrey. Stewart is survived by his beloved wife, Cecile, three children, Norman C. Smith (Nadia S.) of Ferrisburgh, Barbara A. Ziter (Herbert J., Jr.) of Waterford, and David J. Smith (Lorie M.) of Johnson; four grandchildren, Michelle Ziter Fox, John Peter Smith, Anna Elizabeth Smith, and Jeremy Stewart Smith (Jen Fiona); two great-grandchildren, Patrick Fox and Ashley Fox, and many nieces and nephews. Stewart was pre-deceased by his grandson, Jeffrey Ziter, in 2003, and two siblings, Richard Smith and Elizabeth Keach. Stewart was a long-time and faithful member of St. John’s Parish where he served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years. He also ministered as an altar server at many funerals. Stewart was a loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all. The family would like to thank Debbie Ogden, Brenda Powers, Ashley Hoyt and Cindy Davis, who helped care for Stewart and Cecile and enabled them to stay in their home over the last year and a half. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at St. John the Evangelist Church, Winter Street in St. Johnsbury, with Rev. Fr. Bernard Gaudreau as celebrant. There will be a private burial service at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on the family on Wednesday, November 9th, from 5 to 8 PM at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Memorial Donations may be made in Stewart’s name to the Jeffrey Ziter Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Good Shepherd Catholic School, 121 Maple Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 47, of 199 Cross Ave, died at home on Sunday, October 30, 2016 from Addison’s Disease. Travis was born in Newport, VT, on September 1, 1969, son to Niles O. Gray and Doreen M. Billig. He was educated in his early years in Island Pond, VT graduating from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1987. He then attended and graduated Bryant College in Smithfield, RI in 1991. He worked in fundraising at Lyndon State College, Middlebury College, St. Michael’s College and finally at the University of Hawaii. His last work title was Senior Director of Annual Programs and Community Colleges. He lived in Honolulu, Hawaii for thirteen years. He served on the board of many non-profit organizations. As Travis’ health began to fail he moved back home to live with his mother the last sixteen months of his life. He is survived by his loving mother Doreen Billig of St. Johnsbury; brother Paul G. Gray (Kathy) and their children Allison, Sam and Luke all of Island Pond; Step-brother Kurt Billig (Elke) and their children Jasper and Kaiya all of Montreal, QB; and a special companion Jan Orgue of Honolulu, HI Travis was pre-deceased by his father Niles O. Gray in 2013, step-father Michael Billig in 2012, and sister Wendy Gray in 1987. A memorial service will be celebrated at 2 PM on Saturday, November 12, 2016, at the United Community Church (South) 1052 Main Street with Rev. Ann Hockridge officiating, followed by a gathering downstairs. There will be no calling hours and burial will be private at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ‘Wendy Gray and Travis Gray Scholarship Fund’ c/o St. Johnsbury Academy Alumni Association, 1000 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, 21, of Lyndonville died Saturday, October 22, 2016 after a courageous six year battle with cancer. Zach was born July 13, 1995, the fourth child of William and Nancy (Rexford) Hartwell. He graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 2014 and briefly attended the Community College of Vermont. He was a gifted artist and vocalist with an amazing wit and wisdom beyond his years. He was a member of both the LTS and LI choruses as well as the Vermont Children's Theatre. He sang with the Caledonia Chordsmen Barbershop Quartet. He won the LTS talent show in 8th grade with an incredible rendition of Have You Ever Seen The Rain. He was elected to go to the Vermont state choral festival in his sophomore year at LI, but cancer kept him from attending. Zach loved music. He had an amazing way of relating songs to life; always able to come up with an appropriate song or lyric that fit a given situation perfectly. His favorite group was The Beatles but when asked about his favorite song, could never come up with one. He would say he just liked music. He was a self-taught guitarist. He and his brother Tyler had started to work on original music. As an artist, Zach would spend hours on his computer creating and voicing animations including several characters loosely based on himself and his friends. He was able to post some of the animations to websites where only the best animators were allowed. Zach battled cancer for six years. He never complained. He was always happy even though so much had been taken from him. He loved his family very much and especially loved being Uncle Zachy. He looked forward to spending time with his tight circle of friends who stuck with him throughout his entire battle. Zach is survived by his Mom and Dad, Nancy and Bill Hartwell of Lyndonville (PO Box 777 05851); four brothers and sisters: Robert Hartwell of Lyndonville, William Hartwell Jr. and fiancée Angela Calkins of West Burke, Malinda Howard and husband Josh of Derby, Tyler Hartwell of Lyndonville; nieces and nephews: Willow and Rowan Hartwell, Cameron Barney and Audrey Hartwell, Elizabeth, Kaity-Jo and Joseph Zachary Howard. He is also survived by aunts and uncles: Tim and Linda Hartwell of St. Johnsbury, Debi Rexford and Ted Ismail of Wasilla, AK, Louise and Steve Harris of East Burke, Pam and David Chase of East St. Johnsbury; cousins: Tim and Christopher Hartwell, Dave, Dana and Dan Goodwin, Amber Spear, Cassi Gallagher, Kristy Walker, Kari Isham, Stephen Harris, Matt and Karl Scott; and his " Brother's from other Mothers": Mitchell Stowell, Jason Harris, Rory Bean, Michael (Markle) Durfee, Francis Lawler and Ayan Cole. Zach was predeceased by his paternal grandparents Harold and Vicky (Pond) Hartwell of East Haven and maternal grandparents Robert and Audrey (Edmunds) Rexford of Lyndonville. Visiting hours will be held in Lyndonville at the Guibord Funeral Home Thursday evening, October 27 from 5-8 p.m. Memorial services will be held in St. Johnsbury at the United Community Church, (1325 Main St.) on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 2 p.m. The Rev. Ann Hockridge, friend of the family and current Caledonia Home Health chaplain, will officiate at the service. Memorial contributions can be directed to Jazzy's Children Fund, 1506 Annis Rd., Groton VT 05046

, age 87, of 40 Avenue B, passed away at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family, on November 29, 2016. Barbara was born in St. Johnsbury, on November 18, 1929, daughter to the late Truman and Beulah (Gregory) Brewer. She was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury graduating from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1947. For many years she was a chambermaid at the Holiday Inn and then head cook at the Darling Inn until her retirement. Barbara was a member of the Lyndonville VFW. She loved to cook and was quite good at it. She enjoyed Bingo, traveling all over to play, and going to meal sites especially with friends. Barbara loved taking time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She loved family gatherings, family barbeques, dancing, chips and dip. She also loved her cats and had nine at once. She is survived by her son: Robert Dale Jenkins of St. Johnsbury; a daughter-in-law: Donna Jenkins of St. Johnsbury; a step-daughter: Barbara (Phillip) Nelson of St. Johnsbury; a step-son: Richard (Judy) Fisher of St. Johnsbury; thirteen grandchildren: Kimberly Smith, Kristina Vigeant, Larry Shumway, Justin Jenkins, Christopher Jenkins, Robyn Noyes, Shannon French, Allison Rowell, Kevin Fisher, Melissa Sumner, Tiffany Fisher, Lori Nelson and David Nelson; many great-grand and great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews; her good Bingo friends: Evelyn and Allen Thompson, Brenda and Jim Wheeler; her luncheon companions: Charlotte, Lisa, Loraine; and all her friends at the meal sites. She was predeceased by a son: Dennis K. Jenkins; a daughter: Norma Mae Shumway; a brother: Truman Brewer; three sisters: Norma Brewer, Marilyn Simons and Donna and Raymond Allard; and two former husbands: Donald Jenkins and George Fisher. Friends may call on the family from 6:00pm-8:00pm on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury. Burial will be May 5, 2017, at 3:00pm at the St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery. Friends and family are welcome to attend. Memorial donations may be made to SAD SAC (Save a dog, save a cat) c/o Caledonian Record, PO Box 8, St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819.

, 67, of Lowell, VT died peacefully surrounded by his family on November 28, 2016. Donald was born to Wilson and Geraldine (Gray) Merchant on February 28, 1948 in St. Johnsbury, VT. Many will remember Donny working at Shop & Save, Butson’s and Marty’s. He loved going to flea Markets and playing bingo. Playing cards with his family and friends was also a favorite pass time for Donny. He leaves behind a sister, Evelyn (Alan) Thompson of Lyndonville, two brothers; Kenneth Merchant of St. Johnsbury and Linwood Merchant of Lowell; a niece, Elizabeth (Randy) McClure and two great nephews, Joshua and Nicholas McClure. He was predeceased by his parents and an older brother, Lawrence Merchant.

of Lyndon passed away at the age of ninety at his home on November 19, 2016, surrounded by four generations of his family. He was born January 16, 1926 in East Barre, Vermont to Howard G. Reynolds and Margaret Mercier Reynolds. He graduated from Spaulding High School with the class of 1944 after which he enlisted in the US Navy where he served out the war on the USS Randolph. After his honorable discharge, he attended Baltimore College of Commerce in Baltimore, Maryland. On August 20, 1949 he married his high school sweetheart, Rebecca Wheatley of East Brookfield, VT who survives him. Howard went to work for Grand Union Stores in Barre and Lyndonville as manager of the meat department until he became an agent for Hopkins Insurance. A few years later he established the Reynolds Insurance Agency which he operated successfully until his retirement in 1988. Always active in the community, Howard as a school board member was instrumental in making much needed improvements to the Lyndon Corner School and in the development of the Marigold Apartments. He served on the Prudential Board of the The First Congregational Church of Lyndonville for several years and, a member of the American Legion and Past Commander of the VFW, he often worked on efforts to support our veterans, including making sure they had recreational activities including bingo. Howard was also in leadership roles for the Lyndonville Rotary Club, active in Masonic Crescent Lodge #66 and member of Mount Sinai Shriners. Predeceased by his parents, bother Russell Reynolds and nephew, Jay McPhetres Howard is survived by his sister Eloise McPhetres (Floyd), sister-in-law Jane Reynolds; children: Steven H. Reynolds (Susan) Deborah Reynolds (Joe) Patricia Ste. Marie (Barry); grandchildren Jason (Lisa), Jessica Jackson (Derrick), Nicole Peters (Scott), Chad Ste. Marie (Crystal), Bligh (Dawid), Grace (Brian) and Elizabeth (Simon), ten great grandchildren; Carson, Mason, Jayden, Logan, Giavanna, Rebecca, Hunter, Emily, Erin and Ethan and many special nephews, nieces and friends. Services will be held November 26 at 1:00 P.M. at The First Congregational Church, 52 Middle St, Lyndonville, officiated by Rev. Judi Horgan. Burial will take place at the VT Veteran’s Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, Contributions in Howard’s memory may be made to: Caledonia Home Health Care and Hospice, 161 Sherman Drive, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, The First Congregational Church of Lyndonville, P.O. Box 193, Lyndonville, VT 05851 or the Upright Steeple Society, P.O. Box 224, Lyndon, VT 05849.

, 89, of 148 Stetson Terrace, St. Johnsbury Center, VT died Monday, November 21, 2016, at The Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndonville, VT. She was born on June 10, 1927 in Addison, VT to John and Adeline (Winch) Bliss. When she was about two years old, her parents separated and Lenna was placed in an orphanage in Shelburne, VT. She lived there until the age of 16 when the owners of Vermont Transit Company, Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Thompson, hired her to assist in the care of their two young children. She lived with the family and graduated from Burlington High School. Lenna married Theodore C. Ranney on October 22, 1950 at the Thompson home in Burlington. They honeymooned at Niagara Falls and then made their home in St. Johnsbury. In 1962 they moved to their new house on Stetson Terrace. They had three daughters. Lenna was a homemaker and delighted in her daughters. They were very close all of their lives. The family spent many weekends camping at locations around the state. Lenna loved to knit, do cross-word puzzles, and had a life-long love of reading until her eyesight declined in 2016. She was an avid card player and was always ready for a game of Spades or Canasta. Lenna also enjoyed eating at restaurants with many of her friends and family. She was a Boston Red Sox fan until the end and watched their games on TV. Lenna and Ted were active CBers and charter members of Caledonia County REACT #2424 as Unit #1. They served REACT for over 31 years with Lenna holding the position of secretary and treasurer for many years. She was the glue that held the team together and helped organize and schedule team activities such as traffic control to assist local police departments at accident scenes and at parades until the team dissolved in 2004. Ted predeceased her on March 29, 2007. Lenna never learned to drive so it was very difficult for her after his death, but she was a survivor. She began using the RCT bus for trips to the mall. Lenna volunteered for LifeLine and enjoyed contacting many of the local subscribers each week to check on them and make sure their LifeLine was working. Lenna had a big heart that included many people from all walks of life. She was always calling people to see how they were feeling or just to chat. Her “sassy” attitude was always with a smile as she loved to tease and be teased. When she moved to The Pines in April 2016, the staff learned to love her. Many comments were made to the family about how her smile would make their day or she would have a story to tell that cheered them up. Despite the hardness of her early life and the years after Ted’s death, she was always a positive person and tried to find the best in everyone. Survivors include her three daughters, Donna (and Reed) Garfield, 97 Liberty Lane, Lyndonville, VT 05851; Linda (and Stephen) Burson, 349 N. 14th Street, Schoolcraft, MI 49087; and Bonnie (and George) Babcock, P.O. Box 1, Lyndon Center, VT 05850; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Lenna was predeceased by her sisters, Marjorie Howe in 1967 and Gertrude Hathaway Eckert in 2008, and her brother, Lawrence Bliss in 2015. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Christine Ranney of South Windsor, CT, and Dorothy Bliss of Essex, NY along with their families. At Lenna’s request, there will be no visiting hours or memorial services. Graveside services will be at the discretion of the family.

, 89, of 148 Stetson Terrace, St. Johnsbury Center, VT died Monday, November 21, 2016, at The Pines Rehabilitation and Health Center in Lyndonville, VT. She was born on June 10, 1927 in Addison, VT to John and Adeline (Winch) Bliss. When she was about two years old, her parents separated and Lenna was placed in an orphanage in Shelburne, VT. She lived there until the age of 16 when the owners of Vermont Transit Company, Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Thompson, hired her to assist in the care of their two young children. She lived with the family and graduated from Burlington High School. Lenna married Theodore C. Ranney on October 22, 1950 at the Thompson home in Burlington. They honeymooned at Niagara Falls and then made their home in St. Johnsbury. In 1962 they moved to their new house on Stetson Terrace. They had three daughters. Lenna was a homemaker and delighted in her daughters. They were very close all of their lives. The family spent many weekends camping at locations around the state. Lenna loved to knit, do cross-word puzzles, and had a life-long love of reading until her eyesight declined in 2016. She was an avid card player and was always ready for a game of Spades or Canasta. Lenna also enjoyed eating at restaurants with many of her friends and family. She was a Boston Red Sox fan until the end and watched their games on TV. Lenna and Ted were active CBers and charter members of Caledonia County REACT #2424 as Unit #1. They served REACT for over 31 years with Lenna holding the position of secretary and treasurer for many years. She was the glue that held the team together and helped organize and schedule team activities such as traffic control to assist local police departments at accident scenes and at parades until the team dissolved in 2004. Ted predeceased her on March 29, 2007. Lenna never learned to drive so it was very difficult for her after his death, but she was a survivor. She began using the RCT bus for trips to the mall. Lenna volunteered for LifeLine and enjoyed contacting many of the local subscribers each week to check on them and make sure their LifeLine was working. Lenna had a big heart that included many people from all walks of life. She was always calling people to see how they were feeling or just to chat. Her “sassy” attitude was always with a smile as she loved to tease and be teased. When she moved to The Pines in April 2016, the staff learned to love her. Many comments were made to the family about how her smile would make their day or she would have a story to tell that cheered them up. Despite the hardness of her early life and the years after Ted’s death, she was always a positive person and tried to find the best in everyone. Survivors include her three daughters, Donna (and Reed) Garfield, 97 Liberty Lane, Lyndonville, VT 05851; Linda (and Stephen) Burson, 349 N. 14th Street, Schoolcraft, MI 49087; and Bonnie (and George) Babcock, P.O. Box 1, Lyndon Center, VT 05850; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Lenna was predeceased by her sisters, Marjorie Howe in 1967 and Gertrude Hathaway Eckert in 2008, and her brother, Lawrence Bliss in 2015. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Christine Ranney of South Windsor, CT, and Dorothy Bliss of Essex, NY along with their families. At Lenna’s request, there will be no visiting hours or memorial services. Graveside services will be at the discretion of the family.

, 67, of 38 Lyndon Terrace, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on November 27, 2016. Merrill was born in Hackensack, NJ on March 29, 1949 to the late Merrill and Josephine (Neidhardt) Stegen. He is survived by his sister Joanne (Greg) of Wayne, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1PM on Monday, December 5, 2016, at St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury. Burial will follow at the Mount Calvary Cemetery.

of St. Johnsbury passed away Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016. Most recently she had resided at St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Center after having been a happy resident at The Canterbury Inn. She was born in Sheffield on Dec. 31, 1936, the daughter of Clarence and Emma (Taylor) Ash. Muriel graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 1954. Throughout her life she had a deep faith in her Lord; and loved to write poetry for her family and friends. She is survived by three children: Vicki Somers, James Nutter, and Wayne Nutter; 5 grandchildren and their families: Elizabeth Drinkwater, Curtis Drinkwater, Andre Somers, Stephen Nutter, and Sierra Nutter; two sisters: Marvel Kittredge and Marlene Taylor; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Clarence Ash. Funeral services will be held in at the Guibord Funeral Home Lyndonville this Sunday, Nov. 27 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Ann Hockridge officiating. Friends and family are invited to gather at the funeral home to share memories and pay their respects from 1 p.m. to the start of the service. She will be buried in May 2017 at the William Dexter Cemetery in Sheffield Memorial contributions, marked for ‘Resident Activity Fund’, could be directed to Canterbury Inn, 46 Cherry St., St. Johnsbury VT 05819.

, age 87, of Ray Avenue in Lyndonville, passed away at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, Saturday, November 26, 2016. Ray was born in Lyndon, VT, on August 11, 1929, son to the late Charles and Blanche (Davis) Brooks. He was raised and educated in Lyndonville graduating from Lyndon Institute in the Class of 1950. Ray served in the VT National Guard during the Korean War and was employed with Vermont Tap & Die/NE Tool Division as an Inspector for 38 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping and was a Jehovah Witness. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Siegrid Haase, of Lyndonville, his sons: Bruce Brooks (Ann) of FL, Robert Brooks (Vicki) of W. Burke, his daughters: Linda Bummel (Richard) of Atlanta, GA, Mary Murray (Michael) of Jericho, VT, 4 brothers: Francis Brooks of Lyndonville, Norman Brooks (Linda) of Greenville, NC, Donnie Brooks of Ayden, NC, Larry Brooks of Lyndonville, a sister: Gloria LaCourse of Lyndonville, 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Ray was predeceased by his first wife Marion in 1988 and his brother Ronnie Brooks in 2002. A Graveside Service will be held at 2PM on Friday, December 2, 2016, at the Lyndon Center Cemetery in Lyndonville. There will be no calling hours.

, age 77, of Bayley Hazen Road passed away at his home on November 28, 2016. Raymond was born in Columbus, OH, on May 24, 1939, son of the late Earl and Maryhelen (Delauder) Morton. He graduated from Ohio State University where he was a member of the Ohio State University Marching Band and received his Masters of Education from Miami University. In 1973, he married Dorothy Joeann Griffith and enjoyed 43 years of marriage with her. In addition to his career as a high school band director, Ray had an entrepreneurial spirit. Dismayed by the poor water quality for residents in the township he lived in, he started the Tate-Monroe Water Association in 1968 with a grant from Housing and Urban Development. The private non-profit company still provides water to residents of southern Clermont County, Ohio. After his retirement, he moved to Vermont, built a home for his family and enjoyed reading, woodworking, tinkering on antique VWs, and playing trumpet in local town bands. He is survived by his wife: Dorothy J. Morton of West Danville, VT; three sons: Matthew D. Morton (Julie) of Shaw Air Force Base, SC, Andrew R. Morton (Leanne) of New Haven VT, and Aaron M. Morton of West Danville, VT; and six grandchildren: Anika, Elise, Gabriel, John, Gillian, and Ainsley. He was predeceased by his parents: Earl and Maryhelen, and his grandparents: Ross and Irma Cornell. No services are planned at this time; a celebration of life ceremony will be held at the convenience of the family this coming year.

, age 81, of St. Johnsbury Center, passed away at home surrounded by her beloved family on November 29, 2016, following a long battle with Alzheimers. She was a lifelong resident of St. Johnsbury Center. Shirley was born in St. Johnsbury, VT, on April 18, 1935, daughter of the late Allen and Yvonne (Laferriere) Brigham. She was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury. In 1957, she married Walter Edward Rodgers, Jr. and began a nearly 60 year career as a homemaker, wife, mother, and a dedicated nanny to her 6 grandchildren. She enjoyed bowling, baking and cooking, visiting Old Orchard Beach, being with her family, and hunting and fishing with Walter. Shirley loved to swim and downhill ski, spending every available weekend for 42 years at camp in Victory. She is survived by her husband: Walter E. Rodgers, Jr., of St. Johnsbury Center, her son: Edward Rodgers (Kelly) of North Concord, VT, her daughters: Patty Stetson (Jeffrey) of St. Johnsbury Center, VT, and Debra Jean Rodgers of Indian Land, SC, and her sister: Rose Hill (Tom) of NC, 5 grandchildren: Christen White (Jason) of SC, Kelly Lemieux (Justin) of St. Johnsbury, Jayme Rodgers (Nick Sline) of North Concord, Jessica Chase (Ryan) of Concord, and Lizabeth Rodgers of North Concord, and 11 precious great grandchildren. She is predeceased by a granddaughter: Sarah Jean Leach Friends may call on the family from 2:00PM- 4:00PM at Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury on December 3, 2016. Burial will be private in the springtime at the Grove Cemetery in East St. Johnsbury. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, VT Chapter, 300 Cornerstone Drive, Suite 128, Williston, VT 05446

, age 87, of Cross Avenue, passed away at the Littleton Hospital in Littleton, NH, Sunday morning, November 27, 2016. Wally was born in Jeffersonville, VT, March 26, 1929, son to the late Fred and Goldie (Burnor) Fortier. He was raised in Jeffersonville graduating from Cambridge High School with the Class of 1947. As a young child Wally would ride his bicycle to the Cambridge Jct. railroad station and spend countless hours watching trains and taking in the railroader's stories. His career spanned steam engines to modern day diesel locomotives. His life was railroading and he will always be known as one of the last real railroaders. He married the former Leola Mae Loura in 1950 and shared 60 years together when she passed in 2010. Wally's childhood passion for the railroad led him to his first job at the age of 18 with the St. J & LC Railroad as a locomotive fireman shoveling coal. Seventeen years later he transferred to the Canadian Pacific Railway and he finished there after a combined forty-three years as a Brakeman and Freight Conductor retiring in 1990. He was very proud of his life-long career in railroading and of the many other activities he enjoyed including Rail Photography and Model Railroading during his retirement years. He also enjoyed snowmobiling and walking, lots of walking! Wally was a longtime member of the Passumpsic Lodge #27 Free & Accepted Masons, the Scottish Rite, the St. Johnsbury Elks Club, and a Shriner belonging to the Mt. Sinai Temple #3, along with the Mt. Sinai Arab Patrol. Wally is survived by his 3 children: Michael Fortier (Lisa Briggs) of San Antonio, TX, Sandra Mercier (Harvey Burton) of Severna Park, MD, Cynthia Wheeler (David) of St. Johnsbury; 6 grandchildren: Michael Fortier, Jr., Sheri Lyn Fortier, Katrina McGreevy, Daniel Mercier, Nathan Wheeler, and Nicholas Wheeler; and five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister: Gladys Fortier. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM, Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer St. in St. Johnsbury. The evening will begin to close with a Masonic Service at 7:30PM. Funeral Services will be held at 10AM on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery on St. Johns Street, officiated by John Sleeper.

, age 31, of Tremont Street, died Saturday, December 31, 2016 in a snowmobile accident in St. Johnsbury. Amanda was born in Haverhill, MA, on November 12, 1985, the daughter of James Dick and Kathy Nelson. She was raised and educated in Haverhill and then Raymond and Hampton, NH before moving to St. Johnsbury, VT. She worked for TD Bank as a store supervisor. Amanda was planning to marry Justin Jenkins in the summer. Amanda liked to draw and had a passion for music. She was an outdoor person particularly enjoying taking her children to play in the park. She loved being with family, playing board games, and just about anything to be a part of life. She loved teaching her daughter and stepson to cook and cooking with them. She was also involved in caring for her father. Amanda was an amazing, well-loved person. Amanda is survived by her daughter: Nevaeh Jenkins; her stepson: Jayden Jenkins; her partner of 9 years and fiancée: Justin Jenkins of St. Johnsbury; their two dogs: Copper and Harley; her father: James Kenneth Dick of Haverhill, MA; her mother: Kathy Ann Nelson and partner, Michael Mulloy, of Haverhill, MA; her soon to be mother-in-law: Donna Jenkins of St. Johnsbury; 2 brothers: Phillip Dick of NJ, and James Michael Dick and partner, Sadie Brill, of St. Johnsbury; soon to be brother-in-law: Chris Jenkins of St. Johnsbury; a great-grandmother: Florence Marciszka of Haverhill, MA; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by an uncle: Richard Lamothe; and Dennis K. Jenkins whom she thought of as a father-in-law. Friends may call on the family Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 6-8PM at Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer St., St. Johnsbury, VT. Services will be Friday, January 6, 2017 at 11AM at Sayles Funeral Home followed by a potluck reception at the Father Lively Center across the street. Burial will be in the spring at the Ayer-Hawkins (Goss Hollow) Cemetery in St. Johnsbury, VT. Memorial donations to assist the family may be made to “The Amanda Dick Memorial Fund”, c/o TD Bank, 301 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 89, of Lynwood Terrace, passed away at her home early Monday morning December 19, 2016. Iva was born in Stark, NH on June 30, 1927, daughter to the late Clyde and Emma Laura (Gagnon) Hickey. She grew up in that area graduating from Groveton High School with the Class of 1945. She married Robert B. Wood and shared 66 years together at the time of his passing on February 5, 2013. Iva worked as a machine operator at the Groveton and Gilman Paper Mills and later worked at Burndy’s in St. Johnsbury. She kept busy for several years as a newspaper inserter at the Caledonian Record. Iva was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. She kept a garden, enjoyed knitting and sewing over the years, including drapes, and bridal and formal gowns for people throughout the area. She is survived by her daughter: Jeanne Chabot and her husband, Ron, of Victor, NY, their children: Nicole Chabot-Ryan and her husband, J, of Venice, CA, Justin Chabot of Harlem, NY, her sister: Leona DeMers of Stark, NH and many nieces and nephews. She will be very fondly remembered by many friends in the area. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30AM on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at the St. John’s Church on Winter Street in St. Johnsbury with the Rev. Bernard Gaudreau as celebrant. Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in the springtime. Friends may call on the family Wednesday evening from 6-8 PM, December 21, 2016 at the Sayles Funeral Home on Summer Street. Memorial donations may be made in Iva’s name to the Santa’s Fund c/o Passumpsic Savings Bank, PO Box 38, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 or to the St. Johnsbury Health and Rehab Activities Fund, 1248 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05819.

, age 78, of Mountain View Apartments for many years, passed away at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Tuesday morning, December 27, 2016, following a very brief illness. Ken was born in Beecher Falls, VT, on October 21, 1938, son to the late Wilson Chandler and Gerealdine Lucille (Gray) Merchant. He was raised and educated in St. Johnsbury. He married Eva M. (Morgan) and shared 31 years together at the time of her passing on July 5th this past year. Ken is survived by his brother: Linwood “Peanut” Merchant of Lowell, VT, his sister: Evelyn (Alan) Thompson of Lyndonville, two step-daughters: Carol Ann Morgan and her partner, and Irma Baker and her partner Peter Godfrey, and three step-sons: Walter D. Parker and his partner Theresa Fifield, George E. Parker and wife Beatrice, and Lester J. Parker and wife Tammi, a niece: Elizabeth (Randy) McClure and two great nephews: Joshua and Nicholas McClure and many step-grand and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brothers: Lawrence Merchant & Donald Merchant. There will be no calling hours. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.

, age 75, E. St. Johnsbury, passed away at her home surrounded by her family Tuesday evening, December 20, 2016. Marcella was born on June 19, 1941, in Lunenburg, VT, daughter to Derwood and Celia Marie (Wood) Pond. She was raised in Lunenburg and married Rodney L. Lamotte on October 18, 1958. They made their home in East St. Johnsbury where she and Rod owned Rod’s Used Cars. She enjoyed running the business with him over the years and also found the time to run her own tack shop which drew from her love of horses. She was also the innkeeper at the Echo Ledge Farm Inn for several years which she very much enjoyed. Every morning at 6AM for many years she would be found at the Mooselook Restaurant with Rod for breakfast. Marcella was a faithful member of Corpus Christi Parish, and a favorite place to be for her was with the family at camp in Guildhall. By and large her biggest loves were her kids, grand and great-grandkids. Every Thursday was “Grammy Day” where the grand and great-grandkids would come over for lunch, and if you had not heard of “Grammy Day” then you obviously missed out. She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Rod Lamotte of E. St. Johnsbury, her 2 sons: Tracy Lamotte and wife, Anita, of Sheffield, VT, Mitchel Lamotte and wife, Kathy, of Beaverton, OR, 2 daughters: Nicole Wilson and husband, Shilo, of E. St. Johnsbury, Tina Hahr of Passumpsic, VT, her brother: Dale Pond and wife, Midge, of Lunenburg, VT, 21 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her aunt Anne Woods, of E. St. Johnsbury who had been caring for, and visiting her daily for the past few weeks, which was a great comfort to Marcella, Rod, and all the children and deeply appreciated. She was pre-deceased by her parents and her brother: James Pond. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM on Friday, December 30, 2016 at St. John’s Church on Winter Street in St. Johnsbury with the Rev. Bernard Gaudreau as celebrant. Burial will take place in the springtime at the Grove Cemetery in E. St. Johnsbury. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM at the Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer Street in St. Johnsbury, Thursday evening the 29th. Memorial donations may be made to Good Shepherd Catholic School – Tuition Assistance, 121 Maple Street, St. Johnsbury VT 05819 or the horseback riding program at Northeast Kingdom's Human Services, PO Box 724 Newport VT 05855, Attn. Business officer

, age 87 of Bragg Terrace, St Johnsbury, VT, formerly of Clarence St., Roxbury, MA, passed away very peacefully on Friday, December 23, 2016, with her family by her side. Mary was born in Boston, MA, on September 10, 1929, daughter to Patrick and Mary T. (Connors) Connelly. She was raised and educated in Roxbury, MA, graduating from St. Patrick’s High School. On February 19, 1955 she married Hugh J. Greenan and they shared 61 years together. She worked as a telephone operator until she and Hugh began to raise their four boys. The family moved to their home in St. Johnsbury in 1966. Mary enjoyed crocheting and knitting, cooking and vacationing in York Beach, ME. She loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren. Mary was a member of the Lyndonville chapter of TOPS, participated in school activities at Catholic Central School, and was a member of St John’s Altar Society and St. John the Evangelist Church. She is survived by her husband: Hugh J. Greenan of St. Johnsbury: four sons: Kevin and his wife Roberta of Palmetto, FL., Paul and his wife Joan of Goffstown, NH, John and his wife Debbie of Quechee, VT, and Mark and his wife Amy of St. Johnsbury; a sister: Catherine Reynolds of Brockton, MA.: and a sister in- law: Margaret Connelly of Lynn, MA; eight grandchildren: Matthew, Michael, Michelle, Mary, Kathleen, Elizabeth, Patrick, and Emma Greenan; and seven great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her parents: Patrick and Mary Connelly; her brothers: Patrick Connelly, James Connelly, Mark Connelly, and Edward Connelly: and a sister: Anne Kenney. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury, VT, on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. At Mary’s request, calling hours will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mary’s memory to Good Shepherd Catholic School, 121 Maple St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819; or the Calex Ambulance Service, 1453 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT.

passed away on Christmas Day at NVRH, St. Johnsbury, at the age of 95. She was born in Glover, VT, on January 24, 1921, daughter of Adelbert C. and Sadie W. Leland. She graduated from Barton Academy and then went on to Vermont Junior College for secretarial studies. Muriel worked for National Life for a year before returning home to Glover to marry Dr. Roy Sherburne on December 20, 1941. They shared 54 years together before his passing in 1995. She moved to Bridgton, ME, where Dr. Sherburne opened his family osteopathic medical practice. In 1949, they returned to St. Johnsbury where she assisted her husband in his medical practice on Eastern Avenue for many years. Muriel was a member of the North Congregational Church, the Eastern Star and the Arlington Home Dem Group. She enjoyed traveling, shopping and spending time with her family. She is survived by her children: Dale (Judy) Sherburne and Dawn (Russell) Lowrey; four grandchildren: Nathan Lowrey, Betsy (Shawn) Rice, James (Elizabeth) and John (Sandra) Sherburne; nine great-grandchildren: Jake, Julia, Nicholas, Eric, Sarah, Andrew, Sam, Anna and Max; and sister-in-law Anna Leland. She was pre-deceased by her parents, husband, brothers Dr. George Leland, Donald Leland, sister Marilyn Morgan and her loving companion, John Marsh. At the convenience of the family, a spring committal and burial will be held at Westlook Cemetery, Glover, VT.

, 87, of South Prospect St. in Lyndonville passed away at her home on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016 with son Steve and daughter-in-law Candy at her side. For the past year she was able to stay at home with the tender care Steve and Candy and family were able to give her. She was born in Lyndonville on Nov. 24, 1929, the daughter of Roy and Grace (Scott) Smith. She attended Lyndon Graded School and graduated from Lyndon Institute with the class of 1947. She and her husband Robert owned and operated the Town and Country Restaurant in Lyndonville, her husband Bob dying suddenly in 1981 at the age of 52. She was also predeceased by her son Richard in 2009, by her two sisters Evelyn Gibson and Marjorie Bean, and by her brother Warren Smith. Ruth especially loved cooking up a mess of food and then giving it all away to friends and family. She loved the simple things in life like working around the house, mowing the lawn and tending to her gardens. In her younger years she golfed at St. Johnsbury Country Club and enjoyed time spent fishing especially on Lake Champlain. She is survived by her son Stephen and his wife Candy of Lyndonville; 5 grandchildren: Robert, Joshua, Keri, and Stephen McNally, and Amber Bollman; 5 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. On Saturday, Jan. 7, the family would be pleased to have you stop by her home at 95 South Prospect St. in Lyndonville anytime between the hours of 1-4 in the afternoon. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in June at Woodmont Cemetery in East Burke. Memorial contributions, marked in Ruth’s memory for ‘Hospice’, could be directed to ‘Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Dr., St. Johnsbury VT 05819. The family would like to greatly thank Dr. Ready and Dr. Dobberton along with the nurses and aides at Caledonia Home Health and Hospice for their wonderful care.

, age 96, formerly of Mt. Hunger, passed away at her residence in Passumpsic, surrounded by her beloved family, Christmas night, following a period of declining health. Thelma was born and raised in Lyndon, VT on October 12, 1920, daughter to the late Andrew and Rosetta (Beck) Robinson. She married Ronald Nutting on June 14, 1943 and shared 42 years together when he passed in 1985. Thelma worked as a candy maker at Maple Grove in St. Johnsbury and after retiring worked part-time at Riverside School as secretary. In years past she liked going to the fairgrounds to watch the horse races and demo-derby. Thelma was a past member of the Lyndon First Congregational Church. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, knitting, crosswords and spending time with family; not often did she miss one of the grandkids sporting events. She is survived by her son: Robert Nutting (Shirley) of Lyndon, 2 daughters: Linda Carslile of Hempstead, TX, Rhonda Boivin Kenney (Douglas) of Lyndon and Portsmouth, RI, sister: Doris Leach of Lyndon, sisters-in-law: Carol Robinson of Passumpsic, Dorothy “Pete” Blackdar of Passumpsic, son-in-law: Henry Edward Olcott of E. St. Johnsbury, 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her son: Kenneth Nutting, 2 daughters: Florence McGill, Barbara Olcott, 2 brothers: Earl Robinson, Clayton Robinson, 3 sisters: Leis Sherburne, Evelyn Campbell, Emma Drown. Funeral Services will be held at 10AM on Thursday, December 29th, 2016 at the Guibord Funeral Home on the corner of Center and Main Streets in Lyndonville with Dot Robinson officiating. Friends may call on the family prior to services, from 9AM until the hours of the service. Burial will take place in the spring at 2PM on Friday May 12, 2017, at the Lyndon Center Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Caledonia Home Health & Hospice, 161 Sherman Dr, St Johnsbury, VT 05819. Special thanks for Thelma caregivers of the past 6 years for her care and making their house her home.

, age 94, of Hudson Drive, died unexpectedly but peacefully at her home, Christmas night after celebrating with her family. Verla was born on May 4, 1922, in Sutton, VT, daughter to the late Frederick Gould and Enid Mae (Jackman) Berry. She was raised and educated in Wheelock and remained a lifelong resident. On March 29, 1941 she married Melvin Donald Hudson and shared 34 years at the time of his passing on September 19, 1975. Verla was a homemaker who was very involved in town. She was a past member the Wheelock Community Club, the Sheffield Federated Church and Supervisor of the Checklist of which she made donuts to bring for many, many years. Verla enjoyed spending time at camp on Wheelock Mountain with family and friends, cooking and taking care of family, dancing and keeping her flower and vegetable gardens. She is survived by her 4 children: Erton Hudson (Betty) of Ocklawaha, FL, Linda Trembley of Wheelock, Clinton Hudson (Donna Goldsworthy) also of Wheelock, Brenda Davis of Lyndonville, a sister: Virginia Powers of Lyndonville, 6 grandchildren: Kevin Hudson (Leslie) of Ocala, FL, Paul Hudson of Sylmar, CA, Keith Hudson of Waterbury, CT, Chad Hudson (Amanda Brooks) of Wheelock, Katrina Valley (Joey, Sr.) of Barton, Samantha Davis(Ben Roy) of E. Burke, 8 great-grandchildren: Emma, Olivia, Luke, Kavena, Austin, Joey, Jr., Jenna, Jasmine and several nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by 2 brothers: Vernon and Frederick Berry, and 4 sisters: Viola Abbotantono, Velma Stevens, Vivian Dubois, and Bertha Mitchell. Funeral services will be held at 2PM on Friday December 30, 2016, at the Guibord Funeral Home, on the corner of Center and Main Street in Lyndonville with John Sleeper officiating. Burial will take place in the spring at 12PM May 19, 2017, at the Sulphur Springs Cemetery in Wheelock. Friends may call on the family from 6-8PM on Thursday evening the 29th at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to either the Sheffield/Wheelock Fire Department, PO Box 165, Sheffield, VT 05866, or to the Caledonia Home Health, 161 Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, VT 05816.

, age 72, of Cabot, VT, formerly of Marshfield, VT, passed away at home on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. Vivian was born in Peacham, VT, on December 7, 1944, daughter to Lawrence and Hazel (Bradley) Woodward. She was raised and educated in Peacham. She was married on July 3, 1967 and shared 49 years with Albert C. May. She spent her years keeping house and raising her children and later spending time with her grandchildren. Vivian enjoyed playing cards, cooking, yard/lawn saling, and spending time with her husband and family. She was a member of the Marshfield Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband: Albert C. May of Cabot, VT; a son: Albert L. May and his wife Sarah of Marshfield, VT; a daughter: Hazel H. May of Cabot; 3 grand-children: Alexis R. Lovely, Albert J. and Martha R. May; a brother: Leonard Woodward and his wife Ruth of Danville, VT; 2 sisters: Phyllis Burrington of Danville, VT, and Lucille Suridge of Passumpsic, VT; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents: Lawrence and Hazel Woodward; a brother and sister-in-law: Richard and Rita Woodward; a nephew: Anthony Burrington; a step-mother: Della; and a brother-in-law: George Suridge. Friends may call on the family Tuesday, January 3, 2017, from 6-8pm at Sayles Funeral Home, 525 Summer St., St. Johnsbury, VT.