, 78, of Rotonda West, Florida, died peacefully at Englewood Community Hospital on September 6, 2004, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Stinson was born to Alward Herman and Ruth (Rickaby) Fuller on November 21, 1925, in Newport. She graduated from Derby Academy in 1943 and Becker College in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 1944. She lived in Schenectady, New York, during the war years and was employed in the accounting department at General Electric. She relocated to Burlington after World War II, working at General Electric then at the University of Vermont and the Burlington Education Association. She married Hubert Elwin Witham in 1949. She was very active in her church and primary education community. From 1967 to 1968 she worked with Sister Beatrice to establish The Reach, a nonprofit volunteer-based released-inmate reintegration center, the first of its kind in Vermont. She moved to Milford, New Hampshire, in 1978 and married Russell Stark Stinson, who predeceased her in 1990. She and her husband enjoyed traveling. They were active in their church and loved to go to flea markets each summer in Hollis, New Hampshire. They moved to Englewood in 1988. She is survived by her children: Jody Karen Hoffman and her husband, Robert, of Pleasant Valley, New York, Natt Howard Witham and his wife, Terri, of Arvada, Colorado, Dean Alan Witham and his wife, Laurie, of Gardiner, New York, and Brad Ivan Witham and his partner, Gayle Russell, of Warren, Oregon; by a brother, Alward "Bud" Howard Fuller, of Vero Beach, Florida; by her sisters Marilyn Joanne Litchfield of Melbourne, Florida, and Janice Elaine Bohrer of Spokane, Washington; by a grandson, Jamie Treferen Hoffman, of Rochester, New York; and by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. All who knew her will miss her. A private memorial service and inurnment will be held later at Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southwest Florida, 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34238.

, 94, of Barton died at his home on Tuesday, August 24, 2004. Mr. Paquette was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, on November 9, 1909, the son of George and Melinda (Sicard) Paquette. He was very proud of the years that he spent as a shipbuilder during World War II for the Bethlehem Steel Company (Shipbuilding Division) at the Fore River Yard in Quincy, Massachusetts, at the Walker-Gordon Dairy in Charles River, Massachusetts, as a tire builder for U.S. Rubber in Hartford, Connecticut, and as a cook at the Waldorf Restaurant in Hartford. He served as a lister for the town of Barton and on the school board for Barton Academy and Graded School for many years. He also served on the Farmer's Home Administration and a soil conservation agency. He was a 50-plus-year member of the Grange. He owned and operated a dairy farm in Barton from 1946 until his retirement in 1972. He loved animals, nature, and especially his trees. He loved music and found great comfort and joy in music his entire life. He had a wonderful singing voice and sang often. He especially loved singing hymns in church, "Bill Bailey" (a favorite) on request at social gatherings, and in a family barbershop quartet with his sister Lillian and his two brothers, Norm and Felix, whenever they were together. He taught himself to play the coronet, harmonica, banjo, accordion, and fiddle. He played by ear. Also, he was a wonderful, tireless dancer. He was a good and gentle soul whose door was always open to friends. He liked to tell stories of his life, and did so with much warmth and humor, but he was also a good listener. He was a voracious reader, with a memory like a steel trap, and therefore was knowledgeable in many things. He loved to travel and did so for many years with his dear friend Charlie Rash. He had visited all 50 of the United States and some of Canada and Mexico. He especially treasured a trip that he took to Ireland with his daughter and granddaughter. He will be missed always by his three children: Raymond L. Paquette Jr. of Chandler, Arizona, George Paquette and his wife, Nancy, of Douglas, Wyoming, and Theresa "the Babe" Paquette of Barton; and by a "daughter-in-law," Judi Paquette of Scottsdale, Arizona. He was one of 11 children. He was predeceased by three brothers and six sisters. His only living sibling is Felix Paquette of Glenmont, New York. He is also survived by four grandchildren; by five great-grandchildren; and by many special nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Theresa Ryan, on November 1, 1950; and by their daughter Patricia and her husband, Ralph Boisvert, on December 10, 1955. There will be an open house at Mr. Paquette's home at 4255 Willoughby Lake Road in Barton on Friday, September 10. Please drop by any time from 5 p.m. on to share in a celebration of Raymond's life. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Barton on Saturday, September 11, at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at St. Paul's Cemetery. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Paquette's memory may be made to The Paget Foundation, 120 Wall Street, Suite 1602, New York, New York 10005-4001.

, 71, of West Charleston died at his home on Sunday, September 5, 2004. Mr. Holmes was born in Newport on April 4, 1933, the son of Reginald and Mary Jane "Maye" (Buck) Holmes. He spent his entire life on the family farm in West Charleston, which he took over to operate for many years. He lived there all his life. He was recently a driver for Rural Community Transportation, where he was very well liked. He was a very generous and compassionate person. He enjoyed learning about his family history and spending time with his family. He is survived by his sisters Esther M. Allen of West Charleston and Pauline Darby of Charleston; by his sister-in-law Thelma Holmes of St. Johnsbury; and by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a large extended family. He was predeceased by his brothers Roscoe A. Holmes and Hazen Holmes and his wife, Marie; by his brothers-in-law Sherman Allen Sr. and David Broe Sr.; and by a special friend of several years, Joyce Jenness. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 9, at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Funeral Home on Darling Hill Road in Newport at 2 p.m., with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday. Interment will follow at the West Charleston Cemetery.

, 61, of East Hardwick died at home after a brief illness on September 7, 2004. Mrs. Dunn was born in Stowe on January 11, 1943, a daughter of Armand and Mary (Roberts) Bouchard. She graduated from Stowe High School. She married Thomas Dunn on August 3, 1963, in Stowe. She enjoyed riding and training horses and gardening. She was a devoted grandmother. She was a member of the Caspian Grange. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; by sons Tom Dunn of Wolcott and Todd Dunn of East Hardwick; by brothers: Brad Bouchard of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Kent Bouchard of Troy, New Hampshire, Evans Bouchard of Elmore, Glenn Bouchard of Waterbury Center, and Ellis Bouchard of Springfield, Massachusetts. She is also survived by one grandchild. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, September 11, at 11 a.m., at St. Michael's Church in Greensboro Bend. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 7 to 9 p.m., at the des Groseilliers Funeral Home in Hardwick. Contributions in Mrs. Dunn's memory may be made to Caledonia Home Health, Sherman Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.

, 87, of Newport died at her home on Friday, September 3, 2004. Ms. Bronson was born in Rock Island, Quebec, the daughter of Frederick and Florence (Heard) Greenleaf. She worked as a seamstress at Newport Plastics. She was a life member of the Canadian Legion Lodge No. 5 in Stanstead, Quebec. She was also a member of the Forever Young Club in Newport. She is survived by her great-nephew Rick Davio Sr. of West Charleston; by his son Ricky Davio Jr. of Beebe, Quebec; by Ricky Davio's daughter Kayla Davio of Beebe; by her great-great-niece Pamela Monigle and her husband, E.J., of Burlington; by her niece Lorraine Niles of Newport Center; and by numerous other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters: Alma Case, Mahala Williams, and Myrtle Webb; and by her brothers Douglas Greenleaf and William Greenleaf. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.

, 73, of Newport died in Derby on Thursday, September 9, 2004. Mr. Mathieu was born in St. Odlion, Quebec, on August 24, 1931, the son of Conrad and Alexina (Cloutier) Mathieu. He worked for Indian Head Plywood and later as a carpenter. He enjoyed woodworking and making items for his family. He also enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and being with his family. He spent a year at Derby Green Nursing Home and enjoyed his time there making new friends. On August 14, 1956, he married Nancy Durgin, who survives him. He is also survived by his children: Marion Robillard and her husband, Real, of Troy, Rose Royer and her husband, Daniel, of Newport Center, Tina Matten and her husband, Alan, of Newport Center, Andre Mathieu Jr. and his wife, Laurie, of Derby, and Philip Mathieu and his wife, Sylvie, of Coventry; by his brothers Gerald Mathieu and John Guy Mathieu, both of Adamsville, Quebec; by his sisters: Yvette Labbee and her husband, Raymond, of Newport Center, Theresa Ducharme and her husband, Roger, of Adamsville, and Paulette Boucher and her friend, Giles, of Montreal, Quebec; by his grandchildren: David, Megan, Rachel, Anthony "A.J.," Robert, Jarid, Noah, Philip Jr., Nathan, Abbie, Tabitha, and Devin; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his granddaughter Charity Staples; by five brothers; and by one sister. Funeral services were held September 11 at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Interment followed at the Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Mathieu's memory may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 100 Dorset Street, Suite 4, South Burlington, Vermont 05403.

, 68, of Newport died at his home on Thursday, September 9, 2004, surrounded by his family and friends. Mr. Lamonda was born in Enosburg on July 15, 1936, the son of Felix and Doris (Turner) Lamonda. He first worked for Wayehouser in North Troy, then for Indian Head, and more recently in maintenance for the state of Vermont for many years. He loved the New York Yankees. He loved gardening, flowers, his family and friends, and movies. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Virginia (Vincent) Lamonda; by his children: Lawrence Lamonda and his wife, Lisa, of Newport, Danny Lamonda and his wife, Dianne, of Troy, Scott Lamonda and his wife, Peggy, of Newport, Ronnie Lamonda of Burlington, and Kelley Collins and her husband, Danny, of Coventry; by his grandchildren: Angie Lamonda, Scott Lamonda Jr., Justin Lamonda, Brandie Lamonda, Adam Lamonda, Amber Lamonda, Danny Collins Jr., Tyler Collins, and Dylan Collins; by his great-grandchildren: Isaac Chaput, Heidi Lamonda, Jacob Chaput, and Alexis Wood; by his stepgrandchildren: Mark Wood and Craig, Fletcher, and Colby Mathers; by his sisters: Gala Dragon and her husband, Marcel, of Enosburg Falls, Irene LaFlam of Enosburg Falls, Lucille Griggs of Brattleboro, and Bessie Riley of St. Albans; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Caroll and Richard. Funeral services were held September 13 at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Memorial Chapel in Newport with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Lamonda's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, 13 Loomis Street, Montpelier, Vermont 05602.

, 87, of Derby died in Derby on Tuesday, September 14, 2004. Mr. Stevens was born on June 25, 1917, in New Hampshire, the son of Charles and Mary Louise (Letouche) Stevens. After two years of college he served in the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of World War II. He married Melba Gibney, who predeceased him in 1976. After his retirement from General Electric in 1979, he moved to Newport Center. In the early 1980s he and his dear friend Mike Crawford owned and operated the Mill Hollow Pub in Westfield. Around that time he also married Peg Colburn, and they resided in Therrien's Trailer Park in Derby for many years. She predeceased him in 2001. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Newport Alfred Pepin Post No. 798 and American Legion North Troy Post No. 28. He enjoyed traveling, gardening (flowers and vegetables), animals, playing pool, playing cards, and helping others, as he was a general handyman. He was affectionaly known as "Uncle John" by his special family, Mike Crawford and family of Troy. He will be missed by his friends, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Henry and Charles; and by his sisters Pauline Stevens and Nellie Shedd. Funeral services were held September 18 at Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Interment followed at the Westfield Cemetery with full military honors.

, 85, of Newport died in Derby on Friday, September 3, 2004, with his wife and sons by his side. Mr. Derick was born in Noyan, Quebec, on December 27, 1918, the son of Lawrence and Elsie (Roy) Derick. He was a bus driver for Vermont Transit for 39 years. He was a lifetime member of the Newport Masonic Order Memphremagog Lodge No. 65 of Free and Accepted Masons, a lifetime member of the Newport Benevolent Protective Order of Elks No. 2155, and a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church. He enjoyed sports, especially football. He also enjoyed gardening, bowling, and fishing. He always had a great sense of humor and enjoyed a good laugh. On April 16, 1947, he married Phyllis Gray, who survives him. He is also survived by his children: Linda LaFlam of Sunrise, Florida, Debbie Greenwood and her husband, Glen, of University Park, Florida, Michael Derick and his wife, Margaret, of Newport, and Robert Derick of Newport; by eight grandchildren; by two great-granddaughters; and by one great-grandson. He was predeceased by his son David in 1966; and by his first wife, Adele Gage. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 24, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Newport at 11 a.m. with the Reverend John Keenan officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport, where a Masonic service will be held. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Derick's memory may be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to Orleans-Essex Visiting Nurses Association and Hospice, 46 Lakemont Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

, 89, of Morgan died at his home on Monday, September 20, 2004, with the love of his family around him after a battle with cancer. Mr. Ames was born in Skowhegan, Maine, on August 28, 1915, the son of Fred and Harriette (Frost) Ames. He served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of World War II. On July 5, 1939, he married Marguerite Maynard, who survives him. They lived part of their lives in Plainville, Connecticut, then moved to Morgan. He retired from Stanley Works in New Britain, Connecticut, in 1979. He loved to fish and snowmobile with his best friend, Lou Hadley. He owned and ran Ames Sharpening as a hobby. Survivors are his wife of 65 years, Marguerite Ames, of Morgan; his children: Anita Derosier of Newport, Alton Ames Jr. of St. Albans, and Arthur Ames of Bristol, Connecticut; his sister Addie Chadburn of Skowhegan; eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Fredrick and Harriette Ames; by four children; by ten brothers; by two sisters; and by his son-in-law. Funeral services were held September 22 at the Curtis-Britch Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend Roger Fletcher officiating. Interment followed at Clark Cemetery in Morgan. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Ames' memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate, P.O. Box 485, Williston, Vermont 05495; or to the American Cancer Society, Vermont Division, 13 Loomis Street, Montpelier, Vermont 05602.

, 74, of Westfield died peacefully at the Pines Rehabilitation Center in Lyndonville on September 26, 2004, surrounded by family members after a courageous and valiant struggle with cancer, which he had been battling since 1999. Mr. Meunier was born in Westfield on March 14, 1930, a son of Doriva and Eva (Benoit) Meunier. He was one of six children raised on a small farm in Westfield. He was a very hard-working individual who always provided for his family. He was a very caring and giving person, and during his later years, he devoted much of his time to helping his family. He loved spending time with and helping his children and extended family. It was not uncommon for him to show up with his work clothes and tools and help in any way that he could. When he left the farming business, he began his second career as a carpenter. Over the course of many years, he built homes throughout Vermont, including a number of log homes. Log homes, which he built with his son, Michael for 18 years, were his specialty and clearly a testament to his skill as a fine craftsman. He took great pride in his work and was always proud of his accomplishments. For many years, he and his wife, Jeannine, spent their winters at their home in Lake Worth, Florida. A true Vermonter at heart, he enjoyed the warm climate of Florida that allowed for much socializing with his family and friends. He loved bowling, playing cards, and dancing. He was not one to talk without good reason, and when he did share his thoughts, they were always of substance and merit. Over the years, family and friends often obtained knowledge and information from his heartfelt wisdom. Before entering the kingdom of Heaven, he enjoyed 53 years of marriage to his supportive and loving wife, Jeannine. He was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 2155 in Derby and the Father Meaney and Father St.Onge Knights of Columbus Council No. 7943 in Troy. He is survived by his wife, Jeannine Meunier, of Westfield; by his children: Suzanne Jaques and her husband, David, of Milton, Rachel Turgeon and her husband, Dennis, of Balston Spa, New York, Suzette Pierson and her husband, Martin, of Lake Worth, Michael Meunier and his wife, Linda, of Jay, and Laura Meunier and her friend, Maurice Laramee, of Jay; by his grandchildren: Kitina Squadrito and her husband, Mark, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, David Jaques II of Milton, Nicholas and Dawn Turgeon of Balston Spa, and Karin Pierson of Lake Worth; by his sister Aldea Kellogs of Windsor Locks, Connecticut; by brothers-in-law Roger Fournier of Newport and Donald Fournier of North Troy; and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Marcel Meunier Jr.; by two brothers, Arthur and Romeo Meunier; and by two sisters, Rose and Ella. Funeral services were held September 29 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Troy with the Reverend Jerome Mecure celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Leukemia Foundation.

, 95, formerly of East Hardwick, died Wednesday, September 22, 2004, at the Greensboro Nursing Home where he had made his home for more than three years. Mr. Isham was born May 25, 1909, in Dalton, New Hamsphire, the son of the late Harry and Mabel (Thayer) Isham. He attended Dalton public schools. He was first married to Pauline Viola Wells. He later married Barbara Basford Hall in Ocala, Florida, on November 12, 1995. In his earlier years he was employed by the Gilman Paper Company in Gilman. He later was a self-employed farmer and logger. He enjoyed fishing, dancing, visiting with friends at the Village Restaurant in Hardwick, and taking yearly trips to the Barton fair. Survivors include his wife, Barbara, of East Hardwick; six daughters: Mary Mercier of Hardwick, Rose Richardson of Berlin, Shirley Hall of Stannard, Bertha Johnson of Woodbury, Evelyn Perry of Hardwick, and Sally Gonyaw of Greensboro Bend; three sons: Rupert L. "Bill" Isham Jr. of Hardwick, Austin Isham of Waterbury, and John Isham of Hardwick; a brother, Sherman Isham, of St. Johnsbury; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his first wife, Pauline, on November 24, 1982; by a daughter, Eleanor Papineau; by four infant children; by a sister, Eleanor Hopkins; and by two brothers, Robert Isham and Richard "Dick" Isham. Graveside services were held in the Craftsbury Village Cemetery with Pastor Moses Yoder of the Hardwick Bible Baptist Church officiating.

, Civil Air Patrol, retired, 75, of Holyoke, Massachusetts, died Thursday, August 26, 2004, at home. Born in Orleans in 1929, Mr. Dawson was the son of Agnes Dawson of Orleans and the late Gerald Dawson. He graduated from Orleans High School in 1947. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1947 and retired in 1968 after 21 years of service. After retiring he joined IBM in 1968 and retired in 1984. He was wing commander with the Civil Air Patrol and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Florence, Massachusetts. He was a life member of the American Legion of Holyoke and a member of the Westover Consolidated Club. While in the service he received the World War II Occupation Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He was predeceased by his wife, Franziska (Schlager). He is survived by his mother; by one son, Karl Dawson, of Redondo, California; by his sister Lucille Cloutier of Merrimack, New Hampshire; and by the loving family of Ralphine Rainville of Holyoke. Services for Mr. Dawson will be held Saturday, October 2, at 11 a.m., at the Center Cemetery in Coventry with a time of fellowship to follow at the Orleans Federated Church.

, 89, died in Charlotte, North Carolina, September 12, 2004, at Carolinas Medical Center. She had been in declining health for the past four months. She had most recently been a resident of Sardis Oaks Nursing Home in Charlotte. She was born January 15, 1915, to Floyd Henderson and Marie Dressler Herrold in Millersburgh, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Millersburg High School in the class of 1933. On September 26, 1935, she married Owen C. "Turk" Cummings. Mrs. Cummings had moved to Waxhaw, North Carolina, to live with her daughter Elizabeth "Betsy" and son-in-law Robert V. Reynolds in 1994. She and her husband had retired to Barton in 1975. Mr. Cummings died in 1981, and Mrs. Cummings stayed in the house on Lincoln Avenue until February 1992. She then went to live in Derby with Ferial Ladak and Ed Barber and became "Noni" to Ross and Aisha Barber. This was a special two and a half years for "Mil" as she became a beloved member of the family while her daughter and son-in-law were moving and building in North Carolina. The Cummings were well-known in Barton and active in the Crystal Lake Grange. Mr. Cummings worked a while for Orleans County Council of Social Agencies, and Mrs. Cummings was active in the Barton Literary Society, the Ladies Improvement Society, Barton United Church, and the Thun Ti Christmas Society. In addition, she bowled for a number of years on the Barton candlepin league and most importantly, learned to golf. This became a passion for her, spending many days at the Orleans Country Club with friends Shirley Webster, Verna Moore, Betty Provost, and Mildred Heath. One day she even managed to survive a ride with a runaway golf cart by crashing it into a bush. While in Barton, after her husband's death, she developed a family relationship with Bob and Kathy Ketchem and their newly adopted daughter from Peru, Janna Ketchem. Also, Bill and Jude Marony watched over her during periods of medical problems by walking or running her beloved dog Meg. Her cat Maude was always a constant companion following the death of Coco. She lived 19 years in Vermont, making many friends and generally having a good time. She missed Vermont, but adapted to North Carolina, even though she missed the snow. She is survived by two daughters, Lynne M. Davis of Irwin, Pennsylvania, and Elizabeth C. Reynolds and her husband, Bob, of Waxhaw; by her sister Gladys M. Herrold of Waxhaw; by three grandchildren: John Davis and his wife, Rini, of South Park, Pennsylvania, Patrick Davis and his wife, Kathy, of North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, and Amy Hench and her husband, Daryl, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; by three great-grandchildren: Koni Hench, Kendra Hench, and Mitchel Davis. Another great-grandchild, a baby girl, is due in November. She is also survived by a special nephew, Jerry Kemp, and his wife, Bobbi, of Wexford and their children Amy and Eric. Other survivors include four nieces, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. She was predeceased by a son-in-law, Tom Davis. Services were held in Waxhaw and Monroe, North Carolina, and a funeral burial took place on September 17 in Millersburg, Pennsylvania, with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. She was blessed with a good sense of humor and many friends and will be greatly missed by all. Locally, memorials may be made to the Barton Public Library, or to the JAARS Family Library, where she volunteered, in care of Partnership Ministries, P.O. Box 248, Waxhaw, North Carolina 28173.

, 79, of Brownington died in Barton on Sunday, September 19, 2004. Mrs. Boulay was born in Holland on June 19, 1925, the daughter of Benjamin and Hazel (Bryant) Camber. She worked as a waitress in the 1970s for the Blue Bird in Newport and more recently at Cabot Creamery. She was also a volunteer for the American Red Cross and enjoyed sewing and crafts. She is survived by her son Alfred Sleep Sr. of Whitefield, New Hampshire, and his friend, Gloria, of Danville; by her grandsons Alfred Sleep Jr. of St. Johnsbury and Mike Spreadbury and his wife, Haley, of Whitefield; by her fiancé, Ed Dzindolet, of Brownington; and by her nephew Robert Camber of Holland. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerard Boulay; and by her brother Henry Camber. A memorial service will be held at Pleasantview Cemetery in Newark on Friday, October 1, at 11 a.m., with the Reverend Larry Wall officiating. Interment will follow. Should friends desire, contributions in Mrs. Boulay's memory may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 375, Barre, Vermont 05641.

, a prominent scholar of the medieval period and a prolific writer, died Saturday, September 18, 2004, at his home in Miami, Florida. Mr. Cantor taught at New York University in Manhattan from 1978 until he retired four years ago. He began life on the plains of Manitoba, Canada, the son of a Russian Jewish cattle rancher. When he was five years old, with their son's education in mind, the family moved to the city of Winnipeg. Norman's father, Max, continued in the cattle business on the ranch, north of the city. Though from an early age Norman was more inclined toward reading and thinking in the library than roping and branding steers in the mud, he was a skilled rider and did his share of work on the farm. He loved animals, and even while earning his Ph.D. at Princeton University, he would take the train home, mount up, and help his father drive the cattle to the railroad. Seeking an escape from the flat, desolate plains of midwestern Canada and what he considered a complete cultural wasteland, Norman pursued the academic and writing career for which he was uniquely suited. He graduated from the University of Manitoba in 1951, was a Rhodes scholar at Oxford, and got his Ph.D. in 1957 at Princeton, where he started teaching. He taught at Columbia University, Brandeis University, the State University of New York, and the University of Chicago before joining NYU in 1978 as dean of faculty, a post he held until 1981. Mr. Cantor wrote more than 25 books, including The Civilization of the Middle Ages, which has been in print ever since it was first published in 1963. He turned to more popular books later in his career. In the Wake of the Plague: The Black Death and the World it Made, became a New York Times bestseller after it was published in 2002. His book on Alexander the Great, finished just before his death, is scheduled for publication in 2005. Mr. Cantor is survived by his wife, Mindy Cantor, of Sag Harbor, New York; by his daughter Judy Cantor and her fiance, David, of Miami; by his son Howard Cantor and his wife, Stephan, of West Glover; by his grandson Max Cantor and his stepgrandsons Cavan and Noah Meese, all of West Glover.