Washington County, Vermont Obituaries - 1997

Brown, Foster E. "Shot", 76, of Woodbury, died Dec. 23. Born in 1922 in Marshfield, he was the son of Henry and Laura (Urban) Brown. He attended Marshfield schools. He enlisted in the Vermont State Guards in 1944 and served with the Army during WWII. In 1951, he married June Rose Powers, who predeceased him. He was involved in the granite industry for 34 years, working at Wells Lamson Quarry, the Beck & Beck Granite Co. and Cook-Watkins & Patch Granite Co., all of Barre. He retired in the early 1980's. Survivors include his companion, Hilda Allen and her grandson, Michael; two sons, David and Ronald; three daughters, Carol Alexander, Cheryl Branch and Louise; three brothers; two sisters; 12 grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Jones, Ella Calef, 108, of Barre Town, died Dec. 22. Born in 1895 in River Sioux, Iowa, she was the daughter of Myron and Rose (Moss) Calef. She came to Washington (VT) as a child, and attended school there. She graduated from Goddard Seminary in the teacher-training program and also took advanced education courses on Cape Cod. In 1918, she married Ward Jones, who died in 1983. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, Loren and Maurice; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Keenan, Anne H., 68, of Berlin, died Dec. 21. Born in 1930 in Braydon-on-Tyne, England, she was the daughter of James and Mary (Golden) Horan. She received her registered nursing degree from the Ingham Infirmary in Southsheild, England and later became a state certified mid-wife, training at the Women's Hospital in Glasgow, Scotland. In 1956, she moved to Morristown, N.J. and worked as a visiting nurse there. In 1958, she married Michael Keenan and they moved to Barre in 1972. She became a registered nurse and was a nurse with the Central Vermont Home Health Agency, a patient care coordinator at the Central Vermont Hospital in Berlin and a nursing supervisor at Heaton House in Montpelier. She was a member of St. Augustine Church in Montpelier and St. Monica Church in Barre. Survivors include her former husband; a son, Michael; three daughters, Mary Ruth Keenan, Catherine Couture and Christine Durkee; three granddaughters; two brothers; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Hudson, Dwayne P., 25, of Barre, died Dec. 20. Born in 1973 in Berlin, he was the son of Dennis and Sandra (Smith) Hudson. He attended Calais Elementary School and graduated from U-32 Jr.-Sr. High School. He graduated from Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y. with a degree in environmental engineering and received a master's degree in environmental engineering from the University of Maine at Orono. He also had taken several courses at the University of Vermont. He worked part-time for Heindel and Noyes Inc. in Burlington; also for Dufresne-Henry Inc. of Montpelier. Survivors include his father; his mother; a sister, Denise Hudson; a half-brother, Martin Hudson; maternal grandparents; paternal grandmother; aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Marsceill, Catherine M., 84, of Barre, died Nov. 30. She was born in 1914 and graduated from Williamstown High School and from the University of Vermont. In 1941, she married Francis Marsceill. She had taught in Bartlett, N.H., East Corinth and at Hardwick Academy. In 1957, she began teaching at St. Johnsbury Academy, retiring after 17 years. Survivors include her husband; four sons, Allan, James, Bradley and Wesley; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Moore, William Henry, 94, of Montpelier, died Dec. 22. born in 1904 in Barre, he was the son of Henry and Catherine (Connely) Moore. He graduated from Montpelier High School and in 1936, married Stelina Galli, who died in 1995. He was employed by Francis Murtagh Distributing Co. He later worked for the State of Vermont Highway Department, retiring in 1969. He was a member of St. Augustine's Church. Survivors include a sister, Mary Moore; a nephew, John Bianchi; other nieces and nephews. 

Hale, Beverly J., 63, of Williamstown, died Dec. 20. Born in 1935 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of Harold and Marie (Brooks) Hayward Sr. She attended schools in Chelsea. In 1952, she married Richard Avery and in 1971, she married Henry Hale. She worked at the Rock of Ages capacitor plant in Barre and also at the Barre City Hospital and Central Vermont Hospital. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Dale Avery and Richard Avery Jr.; four brothers; three sisters; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Flinn, Martha F., 73, of Northfield, died Dec. 22. Born in 1925 in Roxbury, she was the daughter of William and Ida (Martin) Flinn. She attended Roxbury schools. She worked for Northfield Hosiery several years and babysitting for family and friends. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include a brother, Andrew Flinn; three sisters, Theresa Bean, Margaret Willey and Katherine Smith; several nieces and nephews. 

Reilly, Jon L., 63, of Barre Town, died Dec. 18. Born in 1935 in Claremont, N.H., he was the son of John and Bertha (Murray) Reilly. He attended elementary school in Graniteville and graduated from Spaulding High School. He graduated from Lyndon State College and completed further studies at the University of Vermont and Plymouth (N.H.) State College. In 1965, he married Carolyn Brown. He taught elementary schools in West Berkshire, Orange, West Topsham and Waits River and later worked at Rock of Ages manufacturing plant and Rouleau Granite Co. He retired in 1997. He had been a member of the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Murray and Aaron; three daughters, Stacey Reilly McCorrson, Mary Reilly and Kimberly Reilly; a sister; three grandchildren; a cousin. 

Suitor, Winston R., 75, formerly of Williamstown, died Dec. 20. Born in 1923 in Williamstown, he was the son of Harold and Emily (Donald) Suitor. He served in the Army during WWII. He had lived in East Haven, Conn. for 42 years. He was a broadcast engineer. Survivors include his wife, Beverly (Sankey) Suitor; a son, Alan; a daughter, Sandra Suitor; two sisters; two grandchildren. 

Abair, Andrew J., Sr., 71, of Waterbury Center, died Dec. 19. Born in 1926 in Moretown, he was the son of Barney and Marion (Desnoyers) Abair. He attended schools in Duxbury. He had served in the Marine Corps during WWII. In 1948, he married Patricia Lowe, who died in 1976. In 1978, he married Ruth King, who died in 1997. He had worked as a farmer, was a deliveryman for E.W. Bailey Feed Co. and Beacon Feed and was a butcher in the central Vermont area. He owned and operated a custom slaughter and sheep shearing business, retiring in 1995. Survivors include a daughter, Cheryl Abair; three sons, James, Thomas and Andrew Jr.; two sisters; two brothers; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Loranger, Elnora, 100, of Northfield, died Dec. 20. Born in 1898, she was the daughter of Emile and Media (Furlong) White. She graduated from high school in the Brookfield area and then attended a teacher's college. In 1938, she married Eugene Loranger, who died in 1967. She taught in Brookfield and worked at a bank in New Brunswick, N.J. She also owned and operated Little House, a restaurant in Northfield. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church of Northfield. Survivors include a brother, Leon White; four nieces. 

Taplin, Theo G., 90, of Chelsea, died Dec. 18. Born in 1908 in Milford, N.H., he was the son of Charles and Mary (Laird) Taplin. The family moved to Washington when he was three years old and he attended Chelsea High School. In 1930, he married Elizabeth Durkee. He had worked at the Earl Larkin Mill and the CC camp in Proctorsville and later at Grant's Mill in Tunbridge. He moved to Calif., where he worked at Goodwin's mill and Pacific Lumber Co. He returned to Vermont and worked as a sawdust hauler and in his woodlot. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Alice Doyle and Beverly Taplin; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

LaBree, Walter M., 80, of Woodbury, died Dec. 19. Born in 1918 in Cabot, he was the son of Elmer and Belle (Foster) LaBree. He attended Cabot public schools. In 1946, he married Dorothy Evelyn McGoff, who died in 1996. He served in the Army during WWII. He was a farmer and owned a trucking business and more recently had been employed in maintenance for Hugo Meyer, the Town of Cabot and custodian at Berlin Convalescent Center. He retired in the early 1980's. Survivors include a son, Ronald; a daughter, Terri (Mrs. Lucas) Persons; a sister; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Pedrozo, George C., 95, of East Montpelier, died Nov. 20. Born in 1903 in Worcester, he was the son of Antonio Pedrozo and Adclaide (Jeronime) Pedrozo. He received his education in Worcester. In 1930, he married Gertrude Macey, who died in 1992. He owned and operated a family dairy farm in Middlesex Center and started his own real estate business in 1947. He retired in 1975. Survivors include three daughters, Esther Gillett, Christina Jones and Mary Corliss; a son, Donald; a niece and a nephew. 

Bilodeau, Gertrude L., 91, of Barre, died Dec. 16. Born in 1906, she was the daughter of Joseph and Helen LaRochelle Bilodeau. She was a graduate of Spaulding High School and from Wilfred Academy in Boston. She worked as a hairdresser in Washington, D.C. and returned to Barre to work with her mother, sister and brother. Survivors include a brother-in-law, Paul Chatot Sr.; four nephews, Lesley, Paul and Steven Chatot and Eugene Bilodeau; two nieces, Linda Sprague and Helen Lanoue; numerous grand-nieces and grandnephews. 

Salvatori, Delsie (LaValley), 77, of Barre, died Dec. 19. Born in 1921 in Bethel, she was the daughter of Edward and Magueretta (Mattote) LaValley. She moved to Barre when she was three years old and attended schools there, graduating from Spaulding High School. In 1943, she married Ignazio Salvatori, who died in 1986. She worked for National Life Insurance Co., for the State of Vermont in the Finance Division; and retired from Rock of Ages in 1986. She was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a son, Gino Salvatori; a daughter Donna Gibbs; one granddaughter; two grandsons; one great-grandson; one sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Belanger, Clara A., 92, of Montpelier, died Dec. 19. Born in 1906 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of William and Lucille (Moody) Richardson. She attended the People's Academy. In 1930, she married Arthur Belanger, who died in 1964. She was a member of St. Augustie's Church in Montpelier. Survivors include five sons, Arthur, Francis, Robert, Conrad and Renfield; three daughters, Nancy Belanger, Elizabeth Jeffrey and Donna Mullins; two sisters; a brother; 18 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. 

Magrone, Luiggi (Louis), 88, of Barre, died Dec. 23. Born in 1910 in Lorville, Wis., he was the son of Francesco and Filomena (DeSantis) Magrone. The family moved to Barre, where he attended Barre City schools and Spaulding High School. He had served in the Army and after discharge, returned to Barre where he was employed as a stone cutter for Chioldi Granite Co. and Rock of Ages Corp., retiring in 1972. Survivors include his brother, Raffaela (Ralph) Magrone; three nieces; cousins. 

Jackson, Frederick R., 59, of Randolph, died Dec. 22. Born in 1939 in Braintree, he was the son of Linwood and Marjorie (Fisher) Jackson. He attended Randolph schools and served with the Marine Corps during the Korean War and later with the Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked as a truck driver for Martin Transport Co. in Wis. and moved back to Randolph in 1996. Survivors include his son, Frederick Jackson Jr.; five brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Deane, Hope, 73, of Waterbury, died April 25. Born in 1923, she was the daughter of Jack and Ruth (Wheeler) Burbank. At birth she was adopted by Canning and Norah Hinman, who raised her. She graduated from Haverhill High School in Haverhill, Mass. and attended the University of Vermont and later graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor of science degree in social services. In 1943, she married Elmer Trefren, who died in 1944. In 1948, she married William Deane. She worked as a psychometrician for social services at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. Survivors include two sons, Gordon and Thatcher; her birth mother, Ruth Burbank; a brother; her ex-husband, William Deane; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; 11 nieces and seven nephews.

Mercier, William W. "Bill", 79, of Hardwick, died April 19. Born in 1917 in Claremont, N.H., he was the son of Emile and Florence (Anair) Mercier. He was employed as a custodian at Hardwick Elementary School for many years and was a self-employed tax consultant. He was a member of St. Norbert's Church. Survivors include two brothers, Robert and Emile; three sisters, Delores Booth, Lucille Greenway and Jeanie Draper; several nieces and nephews.

Juda, Virginia, 73, of Barre, died April 24. Born in 1924 in Barre, she was the daughter of Antonio and Virginia (Revilla) Perojo. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She moved to Connecticut in 1943, where she worked as a beautician. In 1946, she married Stanley Jude. They returned to Barre in 1948, where she worked as a baker at the Jarvis Bake Shop and was later employed as a sales clerk at Price Chopper. Her husband died in 1969. She was a member of St. Monica's Church in Barre. Survivors include twin sons, Anthony R. and S. Steven; two granddaughters; two sisters.

Sumner, Ralph W., 56, formerly of Randolph, died April 19. Born in 1941 in Randolph, he was the son of Wayne and Julia (Hunter) Sumner. He was educated in Randolph and Springfield schools. He worked for Jones and Lamson in Springfield (Conn.) and was employed by the Butler Service Group. In 1988, he married Sandra Duval. Survivors include his wife; his parents; four daughters, Kay Chase, Rae Kangas, Suzette Tinney and Nanette Sumner; 12 grandchildren; a step-daughter, Amy Driscoll; a stepson, David St. Pierre; a brother, Donald Sumner.

Lovely, Herbert F., 65, of Waterbury, died April 22. Born in 1932 in Duxbury, he was the son of Edmund and Delta (Billings) Lovely. He graduated from Waterbury High School and served in the Navy during the Korean War. In 1954, he married Dorothy Manley. He worked for Davison Furniture Co. and for the V.L. Perkins Co. Furniture Store. He later was employed at Perkins-Parker Funeral Home and more recently was employed at IBM as a maintenance engineer. He retired in 1987. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Arlene Torrey; a son, Dean; eight grandchildren; a brother; two half-sisters; a half-brother; nieces and nephews.

Hilliker, Willard R., Jr., 76, of Tunbridge, died April 21. Born in 1921 in Swanton, he was the son of Willard and Rose (Delma) Hilliker Sr. He attended schools in Swanton and was a veteran of the Army Air Force, having served in WWII and the Korean War. In 1949, he married Betty Young. He worked in the woolen mills in Hartford, Lebanon, N.H. and Bridgewater and later was a carpenter and house painter for the Connecticut Valley Corporation in Con-necticut. More recently, he was employed by Anthony Doria in South Royalton. Survivors include his wife; a brother, Robert; four sisters, Pauline LaBrie, Arlene Corey, Betty Jane Cadieux and Shirely Evans; nieces and nephews.

Robinson, Elaine E., 72, of Websterville, died April 19. Born in 1925 in Berlin, N.H., she was the daughter of Peter and Emile (Couture) Lemieux. She attended St. Monica School, graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Vermont Junior College in Montpelier. In 1946, she married Gordon Robinson, who died in 1987. She had been employed by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company in Barre, retiring in 1990. She was a member of St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville. Survivors include one son, Ira Robinson; one brother, Daniel Lemieux; one sister, Dolores Colbert; three nieces; three grand-nieces and a grand-nephew.

Reed, Percy, 90, of Brookfield, died April 20. Born in 1905 in New York, he moved to Brookfield when he was a child. He worked on several area farms and in 1969, moved to the Larry and Joyce Brassard farm. In 1995, he moved to Gifford Elder Care in Randolph.

Steward, Robert J., 57, of Plainfield, died April 18. Born in 1939 in Guilford, Maine, he was adopted at birth by Robert and Barbara (Campbell) Steward. He graduated from Guilford (Maine) High School and received a bachelor of science degree in industrial arts from Gorham (Maine) State Teachers College. In 1962, he married Lena Marstaller. In 1976, he married Janet R. Barasch. He taught industrial arts in Pittsfield and Houlton, Maine and at Hazen Union High School in Hardwick. He had grown potatoes while in Maine and continued to after moving to Vermont. In 1976, he founded R.J. Forest Products, a logging and trucking company, which he operated until his death. Survivors include his wife; daughters, Rachel Leah Steward and Aron Barbara Steward; two sons, Clinton and Staff Sgt. Walter Steward; four grandchildren; his mother.

Hebert, Hazel M., 62, of Brookfield, died April 21. Born in 1935 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Edwin and Hattie (Stevens) Sprague. She was educated in local schools. In 1951, she married Emile Hebert, who died in 1988. Survivors include a son, Roger; five daughters, Carolyn Deforge, Gloria Farrington, Susan Fahnestock, Marie Hebert and Phyllis Hussey; a sister; 16 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Confessore, Clement J., 87, of Northfield, died April 29. Born in 1909 in New York City, he was the son of Louis and Rose (Belgiamini) Confessore. In 1935, he married Diane Terilli and they lived in Northfield most of their married life. He retired from the military in 1964, serving during WWII and the Korean War. He was an ROTC instructor and later assistant superintendent of buildings and grounds at Norwich University, retiring in 1982. He belonged to St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Clement and Gary; two sisters; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Wilson, Azalea G., 94, of Montpelier, died April 27. Born in 1902 in Havelock, New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of John and Erna (Perry) Garland. She was educated in Havelock schools and graduated from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, MA. In 1928, she married George Wilson, who died in 1982. Survivors include two daughters, Diana Stone and Jacqueline Bergson; four granddaughters; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Rafuse, Marjorie A., 70, of Braintree, died April 23. Born in 1927 in Dallas, Texas, she was the daughter of Logan and Avenelle (Smith) Mundt. She graduated from St. Paul (Minn.) High School and in 1949, married Harold Rafuse. She worked at G.W. Plastics in Bethel. Survivors include her husband; one son, Craig; one daughter, Robin Gurney; a brother. 

Juda, Virginia, 73, of Barre, died April 24. Born in 1924 in Barre, she was the daughter of Antonio and Virginia (Revilla) Perojo. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1946, she married Stanley B. Juda, who died in 1969. She worked at the Jarvis Bake Shop and later at Price Chopper. She was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre. Survivors include twin sons, Anthony and Steven; two granddaughters; two sisters. 

Heath, Gladys Smith, 81, of Berlin, died April 29. Born in 1915 in Walden, she was the daughter of Murdo and Rose (LaBrecque) Smith. In 1933, she married Arthur W. Heath, who died in 1966. Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn Kreis and Paula Ennis; a son, Roger; two sisters; two half-sisters; three half-brothers; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Sanborn, Velma B., 93, of Berlin, died May 1. Born in 1904 in Barre Town, she was the daughter of Chauncey and Bertha (Beede) Bixby. She attended Barre Town School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1926, she married Melvin Wright, who died in 1954. In 1958, she married Maynard Sanborn, who died in 1980. She had been a secretary and retired from the medical records department at Kerbs Memorial Hospital in St. Albans in 1980, returning to Barre in 1983. She was a former member of the Barre Congregational Church and attended St. Albans Congregational Church. More recently, she attended the Church of Christ in South Barre. Survivors include her daughter, Elaine Ruth (Mrs. Elmer) Brown Jr.; a step-daughter, Ruth Bodreau; a step-son, Lester Sanborn; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several cousins. 

Olkin, Sylvia, 54, of Waitsfield, died April 27. Born in 1942 in New York City, she was the daughter of Meyer and Nora Klein. She was raised in Norwich, Conn. In 1965, she married Robert L. Olkin. They moved to Waitsfield in 1994. She was an author of books about pregnancy and childbirth. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Mathew and Mike; her parents; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Drown, Esther J., 90, of Sharon, died April 30. Born in 1906 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Peter and Elfrida Caroline (Theruen) Johnson. She received her early education in Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1942, she married Walter Drown, who died in 1977. She was employed by Green Mountain Power in Montpelier and was town clerk in Sharon. She was a member of Sharon Congregational Church. Survivors include a son, Thuren; three grandchildren; four great-granddaughters; nieces and nephews. 

Hallock, Susan Cald-well, 79, of Montpelier, died April 28. Born in 1917 in Troy, N.H., she was the daughter of Lucien and Lillian Caldwell. She graduated from Albany State College and taught French at the high school in Shelter Island, N.Y. In 1940, she married Franklin W. Hallock. She worked at the public library and in 1961, began teaching at Greenport (N.Y.) High School and later at Southhold (N.Y.) High School. She earned a master's degree in library science from State University of New York at Albany and was school librarian at Mattituck (N.Y.) High School, retiring in 1979. She and her husband moved to Montpelier in 1994, he died in the following year. She was a member of St. Mary's Church (Episcopal) in Northfield. Survivors include two daughters, Marjorie Seelinger and Lucille Hallock; two sons, John and Franklin; eight grandchildren. 

Dutton, Paul B., 79, of Northfield, died April 27. Born in 1917 in Northfield, he was the son of Homer and Effie (Davis) Dutton. He attended Northfield schools, graduated from Northfield High School and received an associate degree in business from Green Mountain Junior College in Poultney. In 1941, he married Irene Currier, who died in 1988. He served with the Army Air Corps during WWII. He had operated a sand and gravel pit, an excavating business, a paving firm and was president of Dog River Speedway, in Northfield. In 1953, he established D&D Concrete Co. Inc. He sold the business in 1968 and was involved in various other enterprises and business ventures. He was a member of Northfield United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Martha (Mrs. Charles) Haynes; a granddaughter; a grandson; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Smith, Everett H., 85, formerly of Berlin, died April 13. Born in 1911 in Montpelier, he was the son of George and Bertha (Crane) Smith. He graduated from Montpelier High School and attended Montpelier Seminary. In 1935, he married Rebecca MacAulay. He had been a salesman for Cross Bakery in Montpelier and later worked for Capital Candy, for Robert Doyle and for Bond Auto. After retirement in 1976, he worked part-time at Guilmette's service station in Montpelier. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Patricia (Mrs. Orton) Patch and Nancy (Mrs. Anthony) Hill; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Fortna, Trodd, 81, of Warren, died April 23. Born in 1916 in Suisun-Fairfield, CA, he was the son of Floyd and Rosa Fortna. He graduated from Stanford University with a degree in engineering and served with the Air Force during WWII. He worked as a ski school director in the Sierra-Nevada Mountains in California. In 1947, he married Lixi Redlich, who died in 1995. After coming to Vermont in 1954, he purchased the former Flanagan Farm in Moretown. Besides farming, he taught skiing at Mad River Glen S ki area. He designed and built the Golden Horse Lodge, which he operated for the next 17 years. He also taught skiing at Sugarbush. Survivors include a son, Victor; a daughter, Rosi Fortna; two grandchildren. 

Murray, Eldon A., 85, formerly of Williamstown, died May 1. Born in Northcote, Minn., he was the son of Angus and Francina (Roth) Murray. He grew up in Williamstown and graduated from Williamstown High School and from Vermont Agricultural School in Randolph. He managed the Ralston Purina Grain Store in St. Johnsbury and was warehouse supervisor for the New Hampshire Distributing Agency for 17 years. He was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church in Concord, N.H. Survivors include his wife, Florence (Baraw) Murray; a daughter, Jean Towle; a granddaughter; a sister; one niece.

Martin, Helen C., 88, of Williamstown, died May 7. Born in 1908 in Petoskey, MI, she was the daughter of Frank and Frances (Weaver) Clement. She moved to Buffalo, N.Y. in 1923 and graduated from Silver Creek (N.Y.) High School. She attended both the Eastman School of Music and Fredonia State College in New York. She earned her bachelor's degree in music education at Northwestern University in Illinois and taught music at Niagara Falls (N.Y.) High School. In 1935, she married H. Proctor Martin. They lived in Niagara Falls for 34 years, summering at Lotus Lake in Williamstown and becoming year-round resident in 1964. She and her husband and his two brothers, founded the Lotus Lake Day Camp, which is still in operation. Her husband died in 1968. She was a member of Barre Universalist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Rebecca Martin Watson and Dorothy Martin (Mrs. John) Milne; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Wyrembek, Joseph E., 51, of Waterbury, died May 3. Born in 1946 in Norfolk, VA, he was the son of Joseph and Irene (Somers) Wyrembek Sr. In 1955, he married Maggie Wiltrout, they moved to Waterbury from Wisconsin in 1996. He was a self-employed writer. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Tracey Shmik; a son, Todd Wyrembek; Kelty, Virginia B., 64, of Barre, died May 4. Born in 1933 in Toronto, Ohio, she was the daughter of Louis and Sarah (Ward) Basso. She graduated from Toronto High School. In 1952, she married John Kelty, who died in 1968. She was employed at the former Sprague Electric Co. in Barre. Survivors include a son, Patrick; four daughters, Christine (Mrs. David) Fellows, Janice (Mrs. Randy) Spaulding; Anita (Mrs. Harold) Beede and Kimberly (Mrs. Michael) Hunt; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister; two nieces and a nephew.

Thresher, Eunice G., 77, of Randolph, died May 3. Born in 1920 in Hartford, she was the daughter of Harold and Gertrude (Davis) Swafford. She was educated in Randolph schools. In 1944, she married James Thresher, who died in 1993. Survivors include one son, James; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Lane, George H., 73, formerly of Northfield, died May 2. Born in 1924 in Milford, N.H., he was the son of Rev. George and Susan (Chase) Lane. He graduated from Torrington (Ct.) High School and from Amherst College with a degree in physics. He served with the Army during WWII and following discharge, returned and continued his education, receiving a master's degree in physics from Yale University and a doctoral degree in physics from the University of Connecticut. He was an associate professor of physics at Franklin and Marshal College in Lancaster, PA, and moved to Northfield in 1960 become a professor of physics at Norwich University. He retired in 1992. He was a member of United Church of Northfield. Survivors include two daughters, Louise Lane Kafka and Cynthia Gause; a brother; three sisters; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces and nephews.

Bly, Beach E., 92, formerly of Montpelier, died April 21 in Florida. Born in 1904 in Canada, he was the son of Lillian Beach Bly and John Bly. He grew up in Derby Line, where he received his education and graduated from Newport High School and from Norwich University with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. In 1928, he married Heather Carins. He retired as assistant chief engineer with the Vermont Transportation Department. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Barbara Day and Elizabeth FitzPatrick; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister.

Knoerl, Jane F., 71, of Adamant, died May 5. Born in 1926 in Buffalo, she was the daughter of Henry and Rose (Koster) Pernick. She graduated from St. Mary's Nursing School in N.Y. and worked as a registered nurse at St. Mary's Hospital, Emergency Hospital and Mercy Hospital, retiring in 1986. She was a member of Our Lady Help of Christians Church in Buffalo. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Shirley Cane, Cathy Theobald and Patricia Johnson; five grandchildren; a sister; 11 nieces and 18 nephews.

Pratt, Lillian D., 86, of Barre Town, died May 4. Born in 1910 in East Hardwick, she was the daughter of Arthur and Mae Alice (Squires) Domey. She attended schools in East Hardwick and graduated from Lyndon Institute and from Lyndon State Teachers College. She later attended the College of St. Rose, Russell Sage College and Skidmore College, all in New York; and the University of Vermont. In 1934, she married Robert Pratt, who died in 1972. She taught elementary school in several Vermont communities including the former South Barre School. Her memberships included St. Peter's Catholic Church in N.Y. and St. Monica Church in Barre. Survivors include her daughter, Janice (Mrs. Lawrence) Abbiati; three granddaughters; seven great-grandchildren; a sister.

Benecke, Beverlee A., 73, formerly of Barre, died April 5. Born in 1923 in Barre, she was the daughter of Ralph and Esther (Rooney) Lawliss Sr. She received her early education in St. Monica School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1961, she married William Benecke. They have lived in Oregon for the past 35 years. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Kay Shanley and Robin Anderson; two sons, Douglas and Raymond Aldrich; a brother; a sister; her mother; an aunt; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Bassett, Iona M., 75, of Marshfield, died May 4. Born in 1922 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Bert and Carrie (Cassidy) Shatney. She attended schools in Cabot. In 1940, she married Kenneth Bassett, who died in 1974. They farmed in Marshfield and she cooked at Goddard College and operated Iona's Pizza Shop in Plainfield. She attended Grace United Methodist Church in Plainfield. Survivors include three daughters, Carolyn Sayers, Geraldine Gilman and Greta Sayers; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Pavone, Ronald J., 46, of Bethel, died May 5. Born in 1951 in Alexandria, VA, he was the son of Lewis and Jan (Swiger) Pavone. He received his early education there and graduated from Groveton High School in Alexandria. He received a bachelor's degree from Indiana University at South Bend. In 1982, he married Mary Eiben Reiser, they moved to Bethel in 1987. He worked at Vermont Castings. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Tina Pavone; his parents; a brother; two sisters.

Kadric, Samir, 22, of Waterbury, died May 5. Born in 1975 in Loznica, Serbia, he was the son of Fikret and Dzehva Kadric. He attended grammar schools and technical school in Loznica and was unable to complete his education due to the war in Bosnia. He came to the United States in 1996 and began working at Cabot Creamery Cooperative. In 1996, he married Christine Tundik who was awaiting clearance to join him. Survivors include his wife; his parents; a sister; a brother; two uncles; his grandparents; aunts and uncles.

Neilson, Margaret A., 78, formerly of Barre, died May 6. Born in 1918 in Barre, she was the daughter of Charles and Algena (Badger) Fortier. In 1936, she married William Neilson, who died in 1991. She and her husband owned and operated the Northfield Candy Kitchen, retiring in 1971. She was a member of Christ the King Parish. Survivors include two daughters, Janet (Neilson) Chambers and Carmen (Revilla) Abascal; five grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; two sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Henson, Muriel M., 77, of Walden, died April 30. Born in 1919 in New Britain, Ct., she was the daughter of Knut Erik Bror and Victoria M. (Witz) Peterson. She attended public school in Connecticut and graduated from Hillhouse High School there. In 1946, she married Richard Henson, who died in 1950. In early 1960s, she moved to Walden and attended the University of New Hampshire, earning an associate degree. She was librarian at Jeudevine Memorial Library in Hardwick for 28 years, retiring in 1995. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Connecticut and later was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include one daughter, Cheryl (Mrs. John) Ramsay; three step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Prevost, Peter J., 45, of Montpelier, died May 5. Born in 1951 in Montpelier, he was the son of Wayne and Gertrude (Sweeney) Prevost. He attended St. Michael's Graded School, St. Michael's High School and Montpelier High School. Most recently he worked at Cabot Hoisery, Quality Market and was a carrier for The WORLD newspaper. Survivors include his wife, Anna, whom he married in 1989; his former wife, Cheryl Wood, whom he married in 1969; and their children, Peter II, Michelle Tremblay and Jodi Bell; three grandchildren; his parents; five brothers; five sisters; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Creed, Irma E., 83, of Northfield, died May 2. Born in 1913 in Northfield, she was the daughter of James and Sarah (Smith) Creed. She graduated from Northfield High School. She had worked at Norwich University, retiring in 1978. She was a member of the United Church of Northfield. Survivors include three nieces and a nephew.

Winship, William L., 83, of Marshfield, died May 5. Born in 1914 in Hartford, Conn., he was the son of Harold and Pauline (Wilson) Winship. He graduated from Trinity College. In 1939, he married Shirley Hodge. He served with the Army during WWII. He was employed as statistician for the State of Connecticut, and moved to Vermont following retirement. Survivors include his wife; a sister, Judith Winship; two granddaughters; a great-granddaughter.

Russell, Mary Sassi, 88, of Barre, died May 8. Born in 1908 in Carrara, Italy, she was the daughter of Marco Stori and Josephine (Martelli) Storti. Her first husband, Marco Sassi, predeceased her. She later married Howard Clunes Russell. While in Barre, she owned and operated Mario's Restaurant. Survivors include her husband; a son, Charles Sassi; a brother; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; five nephews and a niece.

Sibley, George F., 91, of East Montpelier, died May 2. Born in 1836 in East Montpelier, he was the son of Roy and Alice (Foster) Sibley. He attended school in East Montpelier and graduated from Goddard Seminary in Barre. He had been a farmer and served as selectman in East Montpelier, as school com-missioner and cemetery commis-sioner. He was a director and treasurer of Washington Electric Co-op and represented East Montpelier in the Legislature. In 1929, he married Margaret Cory, who died in 1973. Survivors include two sons, Edwin and George Jr.; two grandsons.

Fish, Vivian H., 72, of Berlin, died May 5. Born in 1924 in Walden, she was the daughter of Jewett and Edna (Kittredge) Laird. She attended elementary school in Walden and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1953, she married G. Roy Fish. They managed the Wayside Restaurant and later operated Roy's Snack Bar. Mr. Fish died in 1987. Survivors include her daughter, Lila Codling; two grandchildren; three great-grandsons; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Poor, Florence C., 78, of Williamstown, died May 7. Born in 1919 in Hartford, Ct., she was the daughter of Harry and Eva (Crosby) Potter. She received her early education in Glastonbury, Ct. and graduated from high school there. She graduated from Colby Junior College in N.H. and later from Worcester (Mass.) City Hospital Laboratory School. In 1947, she married Sheldon Poor, who died in 1979. She had been lab technician in several hospitals and in 1970, moved to Barre and was employed at Woolworth Department Store until retirement. In 1986, she moved to Williamstown, where she was a member of Williamstown Congregational Church. Survivors include three sons, Daniel, Timothy and Edmond; three grandchildren; several cousins.

Michaud, Walter J., 67, formerly of Hardwick, died April 28. Born in 1929 in Littleton, N.H., most of his youth was spent in Hardwick. In 1955, he married Theresa Ferland. They moved to Connecticut and he worked in the construction industry. He was a veteran of the Army, having served during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Natalie Michaud; and relatives in the Hardwick area.

Fionda, Kathryn A., 42, of Northfield, died May 15. Born in 1954 in Plainfield, N.J., she was the daughter of Edward and Jeannette (Johnson) O'Connor. She graduated from Union Catholic Girls High School in New Jersey, earned a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Dayton in Ohio and a master's degree in education from the University of Vermont. She was a drug and alcohol counselor for Northfield and other area schools and had been employed by the state of Vermont's Parent's Assistance Line. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. She had been married to Christopher Fionda. Survivors include a daughter, Laura; two sons, Edward and Thomas; her father; a brother; two sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Gates, Mary B., 72, of Wolcott, died May 15. Born in 1925 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Charles and Eva (Robbins) Burbank. In 1958, she married Eugene Gates, who died in 1985. She was employed by Vermont Electric Co-op in Johnson, retiring in the late 1980s. After that she was tax collector in Wolcott. She attended Wolcott Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, William Patch; two daughters, Patricia (Mrs. George) Ste. Marie and Brenda (Mrs. John) Hurlburt; a sister; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. 

MacMartin, Andrew D., 42, of Northfield, died May 14. Born in 1955 in Northfield, he was the son of James and Louise (Shutler) MacMartin. He graduated from Northfield High School and attended Johnson State College. In 1991, he married Roxana Chacon Solares. He worked at both Northfield and Washington electric departments, at Lawson Granite Co. and more recently, at De Felice's Sandwich Shop in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; a son, Jamie; three brothers; three sisters; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. 

Demers, Mary A., 87, of Barre, died May 13. Born in 1909 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Henry and Mary (Abaire) Duprey. She attended the former Holy Ghost Convent School in Graniteville. She was employed as a domestic in Montpelier in earlier years. In 1940, she married Rheal J. Demers, who died in January, 1997. They founded Demers Repair Shop, retiring in 1972. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two sons, Dennis and Edmond; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Markham, Caroline R., 72, of Montpelier, died May 14. Born in 1924 in Essex, she was the daughter of Claude and Rita (Wimble) Wimble. She attended schools in Waitsfield. In 1945, she married Richard Markham, who died in 1990. She was a member of the Jehovah's Witness Church. Survivors include two sons, Larry and Randall; two daughters, Laurel Markham and Sherry Markham; three brothers; one sister. 

Bevins, Jason P., 28, formerly of Burlington, died May 7. Born in 1969 in Burlington, he was the son of Larry and Jane (Colacci) Bevins. He graduated from Choctawhatchee High School in Fort Walton Beach, FL. He was a club promoter in the Orlando area. Survivors include his father and stepmother, Larry and Julie Bevins Sr. of Barre; his mother and stepfather, Myron and Jane Phillips of Florida; four brothers, Larry Jr., Brian, Ronald and Jeremy; three sisters, Margaret Rice, Tina Yates and Amanda; paternal grandmother; maternal grandparents; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Rajaniemi, Gaile E., 79, of Northfield, died May 9. Born in 1917 in Dexter, Maine, she was the daughter of William and Gaile (Redmond) Small. In 1952, she married Earle Gordon, who died in 1972. Survivors include a son, William Aaskov; a sister; a niece and a nephew. 

Sponholz, Louise E., 92, of Montpelier, died May 15. Born in 1904 in Glen Arms, Ill., she was the daughter of William and Margaret (Schuler) Hamm. Most of her youth and early adult life was spent in Cleveland, Ohio. She was an accomplished dancer and dance studio instructor and she and her husband owned and operated a general construction firm in Ohio. After the death of her husband, she lived with her son, Andrew and family in Montpelier and was admitted to Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center in 1995. She was a communicant of St. Augustine Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two sons, George and Andrew; a daughter, Alyce Crawford; a sister; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. 

Aja, A. Teresa, 93, of Barre, died May 15. Born in 1904 in Santander, Spain, she was the daughter of Eusebio and Consuelo (de la Hoz) Malanda. She came to the U.S. when she was 14. In 1961, she married Higinio Aja, who died in 1963. She had been employed at the Formica Plant and at Sprague Electric. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include three daughters, Encarnation "Connie" (Mrs. Wesley) Norris, Aurora "Dot" (Mrs. Albert) Borne and Consuelo (Mrs. Bernard) Hebert; four sons, Gabino, Dr. E. Joseph, Dr. Joaquin and Jesus Aja; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. 

Ferris, Eunice H., 66, of Moretown, died recently. Born in 1930 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Frank and Kathleen (Robbins) Holden and attended Montpelier schools. In 1949, she married Albert Ferris, who died in 1988. She worked for the Moretown school system and served as town clerk, on the selectboard and as a library trustee. Survivors include one son, Terry; two daughters, Vickie and Robin; four grandchildren one sister. 

Andreoletti, Brian C., 56, of Middlesex, died May 15. Born in 1940 in South Ryegate, he was the son of Carlo and Helena (Provost) Andreoletti. He graduated from South Ryegate High School and later attended Tilton (N.H.) Academy and Hobart College in N.Y. He worked as a sales and marketing representative, most recently for the Lifeline Foundation of Vermont in Morrisville. In 1986, he married Cheryl Monti Bordas. Survivors include his wife; a step-son, Jason; his mother; a brother. 

Bradley, Juliette, 64, formerly of Randolph, died May 15. Born in 1932 in Irasburg, she was the daughter of Norbert and Olive (McGee) Lord. She was educated in Pittsfield, MA and Whitcomb High School in Bethel. In 1952 she married Frank Bradley. She worked at Van Raalte Co., G.W. Plastics, Randolph High School cafeteria, Merrimaid, Valley Bowl and Waterbury Plastics. She was a member of Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Church in Randolph. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Richard, Gary and Randy; a daughter, Penny Maxfield; a sister; two brothers; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Morrison, Flora M., 75, of Barre, died May 15. Born in 1922 in Lebanon, N.H., she was the daughter of Joseph and Gertrude (Morse) Boucher. She attended schools in Lower Cabot and graduated from St. Michael's High School in Montpelier. In 1943, she married Edmund R. Morrison Sr., who died in 1994. Survivors include one daughter, Benita (Mrs. Donald) Nunn; two sons, Edmund and Joseph; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Dudley, Roger L., 69, of South Washington, died May 11. Born in 1927 in Guilford, Conn., he was the son of Herbert and Elna (Coulter) Dudley. He attended schools in Guilford. He moved to Vermont in 1967 and worked at Chelsea Creamery, Letter Granite Co. and Cetrangelo Granite Co. He also raised game birds and various breeds of poultry, attending many shows and fairs. In 1946, he married Dorothy Bell. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Guilford (Conn.). Survivors include his wife; two sons, Hoard and Richard; a daughter, Linda Doyle; his mother; a sister; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
	
LaRouche, Jean Rene, 65, of South Barre, died May 19. Born in 1931 in Barre, he was the son of Jean Rene and Eva (Dumas) LaRouche. He attended St. Monica School and graduated from Spaulding High School. He had worked for the family business, J.R. LaRouche Custom Printing Shop and later at the Barre Times Argus. He served in the Army during the Korean War and in 1956, married Lucille Groleau. He served with the Barre City Fire Department's Call Force and was fire chief of Barre Town Fire Department from 1981 until retiring in 1995. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Sylvia Charron; two sons, David and Leo; eight grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Wild, Joan M., 71, of Orange, died May 20. Born in 1925 in London, England, she was the daughter of Thomas and Jane (Godfrey) Gill. She attended schools in England. In 1945, she married George Wild Sr., who died in 1993. Survivors include two sons, George Jr. and David; a daughter, Jean Edson; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers; a sister; nieces and nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. 

Barcomb, Lawrence, 82, of Randolph, died May 14. Born in 1915 in Randolph, he was the son of Moses and Albertine (Masse) Barcomb. He attended schools in Vermont and Massachusetts and served in the military during WWII. He farmed, worked as a blacksmith, owned a lawn mower shop and worked as a welder, retiring in 1971 to farming. His wife, Virginia Fish Barcomb, died in 1994. Survivors include two sons, Danny and Jerry; a sister; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Ironside, Velma E., 79, formerly of Barre, died May 15. Born in 1917 in Graniteville, she was the daughter of Alexander and Evalyn Ewen. She attended Barre City schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She went into nursing training, but it was interrupted by the War. In 1944, she married Ernest Ironside, who died in 1990. She was a telephone operator and worked at Barre City hospital as a switchboard operator. She continued working there in the purchasing department; her last position was that of accounts payable clerk. She retired from Central Vermont Medical Center in 1995. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Hastings; a brother; a niece; grandnieces and grandnephews; cousins. 

Chambers, Robert W., 61, of Northfield, died May 17. Born in 1935 in Springfield, Mass., he was the son of Samuel and Elsa (Gill) Chambers. He attended schools in East Longmeadow, Mass. and graduated from American International College. He served with the Navy from 1953 to 1961. He had worked for WJOY Radio Station in Burlington, was assistant editor for the Vermont Catholic Tribune and editor of the University of Vermont Alumni Magazine and UVM publications. He also worked in Windsor area schools as a counselor. Survivors include a sister, Dorothy (Mrs. John) Morral; a brother, Samuel Chambers; a niece and a nephew. 

Gillam, Walter H., 93, of Waterbury, died May 18. Born in 1903 in Rutland, he was the son of Herbert and Elizabeth (Trombley) Gillam. He graduated from Rutland High School and Bliss Engineering School in Washington, D.C. In 1926 he married Beulah Kirby, who died in 1993. He moved to Waterbury and was assigned to the Burlington management office to help with the change-over from manual to dial operations. He became staff supervisor. After retirement, he worked as a spare technical operator for radio station WDEV. He belonged to the Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, David and Thomas; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Lovely, Edmond F., 79, of Montpelier, died May 17. Born in 1918 in St. Albans, he was the son of Edmund and Zurah (Lemnah) Lovely. He attended Waterbury High School. He worked as a machinist in Hartford, Conn., during WWII. He returned to Waterbury and worked for the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1979. He was a member of the St. Andrew's Catholic Church of Waterbury and St. Augustine Church of Montpelier. In 1950, he married Mary Laviolette. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Sandra Cooper; two sons, Phillip and John; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Miller, Josephine A., 52, of Bethel, died May 16. Born in 1945 in Hanover, N.H., she was the daughter of Manuel and Lucille (Shurtleff) Miller. She was educated in Bethel schools and graduated from Whitcomb High School. She was a member of Miller Memorial United Methodist Church. Survivors include her twin sisters, Helen Miller; a brother, David Miller; aunts and cousins. 

Geake, Reginald E., 70, formerly of Williamstown, died May 18. Born in 1926 in Williamstown, he was the son of Edward and Minnie (Ratell) Geake. He received his early education in Barre and was nominated for a candidate to West Point in 1945. He served with the Army during the Korean War. He attended the University of Connecticut and St. Louis University and received an engineering degree from Northrop Aeronautical Institute in Hawthorne, CA. He worked at Edwards Air Force Base in CA. and at the aerospace program at Cape Canaveral, FL. He also worked at Rocketdyne Corp. He left the aerospace industry and returned to Vermont and owned and operated Mary's Market and Strout Realty, retiring in 1983. Survivors include a son, Dennis; two daughters, Regina Rebich and Sheila Bordeau; his mother; two brothers; a sister; his former wife, Hazel Parker Geake; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Mathews, Ernest D., formerly of Barre, died May 27 in Eustis, FL. He was born in Chelsea and worked as a motor vehicle inspector for the state of Vermont. He lived in Barre until 1976, when he moved to Eustis, FL. Survivors include his wife, Rose Mathews; two daughters, Sandra Cherepow and Susan Hanson; a sister; four grandchildren. 

Emmons, John F., 83, formerly of Montpelier, died April 26. Born in 1914 in Montpelier, he was the son of Louis and Frances (Keon) Emmons. He attended St. Michael's Graded School, graduated from St. Michael's High School and attended City College in New York City. He served in the South Pacific during WWII. He was a manufacturer's representative in the granite industry for 60 years. He was a member of St. Petronville Church in Glen Ellyn, Ill. Survivors include his wife, Mary (Traynor) Emmons; two sons, John and Frank; four daughters, Margaret Sents, Susan Hoffman, Kathleen Mullane and Maureen Kawka; 17 grandchildren; two sisters. 

Sherman, Robert, 70, formerly of Montpelier, died May 19. Born in 1926 in Montpelier, he was the son of Elton and May (Freeman) Sherman. He attended Montpelier schools and served with the Navy during WWII. In 1957, he moved to Wisconsin where he was employed as a truck driver. Survivors include his wife, Arline Sherman; four daughters, Charmaine Duehring, Robin Staffin, Pauline Phillips and Laura Sherman; his mother; two brothers; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Fiske, Eveleen P., 81, of Duxbury, died May 22. Born in 1915 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Johnston and Helen (Murray) Owens. She graduated from Burlington High School. In 1936, she married Fremont Fiske, who died April 1 of this year. She taught piano, violin, trumpet, guitar and organ. Survivors include two sons, Paul and Dwight; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Rice, Arabelle, 93, formerly of East Barre, died May 21. Born in 1903 in East Barre, she was the daughter of William and Lilla (Brooks) Blanchard. She graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1940, she married Theron Rice, who died in 1966. She taught in Barre Town and Hartford and was a teaching principal at Quechee Elementary School. She retired in 1971. Survivors include a stepson, Coy Rice; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two nieces, Phyllis Paquet and Olive Vermette.

Arnholm, Charles A., 79, of Barre, died May 25. Born in 1917 in Barre, he was the son of Charles A. and Nellie (Lascore) Arnholm. He attended Barre City schools and Spaulding High School. In 1940, he married Rachel Nichols. He provided school bus transportation in Barre Town before the consolidated school was built. He also owned and operated Arnholm's Body and Frame Shop and sold used cars on the Barre-Montpelier Road. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Tanis Olson and Christina Barnard; a foster daughter, Irene Morrill; four grandchildren; one brother; two sisters; a foster sister; one nephew; three nieces. 

Stackpole, Leona W., 91, of Montpelier, died May 28. Born in 1906 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Benjamin G. and Jennie (Lewis) Warren. She attended public schools in Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School, Richardson Business School and from Montpelier Seminary. In 1926, she married Frank E. Stackpole, who died in 1963. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She had been employed at E.W. Bailey & Co., at Union Mutual Insurance and at National Life Insurance Co. She was a secretary and receptionist until her retirement in 1978. Survivors include a sister, Gladys Premo; a cousin; nieces and nephews. 

Millard, William H., 46, formerly of North Montpelier and Hardwick, died May 18. Born in 1951 in Hardwick, he was the son of William and Alice (Lawson) Millard. He received his early education in Hardwick and graduated from Montpelier High School. He attended college in Lawrence, Mass. and then enlisted in the Marine Corps. He earned a criminology degree from Metro University. In 1970, he married Jean Gallison. He drove truck for McClain Western Co. in Colorado and was a Colorado state trooper and member of the Colorado Highway Patrol. Survivors include his parents; a daughter, Stefanie (Mrs. Jeffrey) Salli; a son, Martin; two sisters; aunts and uncles; two nieces; and cousins. 

Macy, Arnold E., 57, of Barre, died May 23. Born in 1939 in Northfield, he was the son of Ernest and Lila (Hall) Macy. He attended schools in Northfield and served a tour of duty with the Army. Survivors include five sisters, Bernice Kimball, Ruth Jones, Doris Roberts, Elizabeth Kolinich and Phyllis Shambo; a cousin; nieces and nephews. 

Morey, Arthur P., Jr., 59, of East Montpelier, died May 26. Born in 1937 in Chelsea, he was the son of Arthur P. and Flossie (Dumont) Morey. He attended Chelsea Elementary School and Chelsea High School and served with the Navy during the Korean War. In 1972, he married Marilyn L. Roberts. He was employed by Allen Lumber Co. in Montpelier and at the former Sprague Electric plant in Barre. He was also employed by the Tex-Fax Co. and Wal-Mart, both in Houston, Texas. He returned to Vermont in 1996 living in East Montpelier. Survivors include his wife; a son, Bruce; a daughter, Bonnie Morey; a stepson, Sidney Nelson; a step-daughter, Sharon Martin; three sisters; an aunt and uncle; seven grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Churchill, Nelson C., 63, formerly of Royalton, died May 19. Born in 1934 in Royalton, he was the son of Walter and Gladys (English) Churchill. He attended schools in Royalton. He worked for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Corp. in Hartford, Conn., prior to serving with the Army. Most of his working years were spent as a carpenter, employed by Green Mountain Box in White River Junction and for several road construction companies. He retired in 1975. In 1977, he married Susan C. Cattanach. They moved to Fort Myers Beach, Fla., 18 years ago. Survivors include his wife; his mother; two sons, Nelson Jr. and Daniel; a daughter, Lorinda Allen; two stepsons, Robert Vesper and William Vesper Jr.; four brothers; two sisters; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Ashley, Alma M., 66, of Waterbury, died May 23. Born in 1931 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Collins) Lamson. She was a graduate of Waterbury High School. She had worked as a housekeeper for the former Waterbury Inn and later as a waitress at several central Vermont restaurants, a nurse's aid at the former Boudreau Nursing Home in Moretown and a housekeeper at the Holiday Inn in Waterbury. She retired from the Vermont State Hospital in 1989 as a psychiatric technician. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Charles, Howard and James; nine grandchildren; four sisters; seven brothers; several nieces and nephews. 

Hurry, Elsie M., 90, of Barre Town, died May 26. Born in 1907 in Essex Junction, she was the daughter of Louis and Mary (LaPan) Bruya. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1934, she married Wendell Hurry, who died in 1983. She retired in 1969 from the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, where she was supervisor in the licensing department. She was member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a niece, Kathryn Canton Watson; a grandniece; two grandnephews. 

Lyons, David E., Sr., 64, of Orange, died May 27. Born in 1932 in Manchester, N.H., he was the son of William and Abigail (Tucker) Lyons. He received his early education in St. John's School in Concord, N.H. and graduated from St. John High School. He received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from New England College in Henniker, N.H. and served with the Air Force during the Korean War. In 1962, he married Sandra McKay. He was employed as a civil engineer by the Vermont Department of Transportation and a volunteer of the Barre Town Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; two sons, David Jr. and Dan; two daughters, Kathy Norkeveck and Pam Town; four grandsons; his mother; three brothers; two sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Biondi, Dario J., 81, formerly of Barre, died May 21. Born in 1915 in Barre, he was the son of Frank and Maria (Reffi) Biondi. He received his early education in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He served with the Army during WWII. He was employed at Hamilton Standard Division of United Technologies Corp. in Windsor Locks, Conn. Survivors include his wife, Beverly (Shepard) Locklin; a son, Michael; a stepson, Gary Locklin; three daughters, Frances Davidson, Nancy Biondi and Sandra Biondi; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a sister; three nieces and a nephew. 

Nerney, Francis J., 74, formerly of Websterville, died May 29. Born in 1922 in Websterville, he was the son of Thomas and Mary Ellen (O'Connor) Nerney. He attended local schools before moving to Connecticut. He graduated from Hartford High School (Conn.). In 1946, he returned to Vermont and married Toni Sarri, who died in 1973. He was office manager at the former Fred R. Holden Appliance Co. in Barre and later for Burbank Douglas Corp. of Portland, Maine. While living in the area, he was a member of St. Sylvester Parish. Survivors include two nieces, Patty Sharon and Elaine Williams; six nephews, Herbert and Thomas Armstrong; Thomas, Peter, Edward and William Nerney. 

Jerry, Vernal E., Sr., 76, of Barre, died May 25. Born in 1921 in Orange, he was the son of Bert and Elizabeth (Machia) Jerry. He attended schools in Orange and worked at Perry Auto in Barre. He worked at Boulevard Gardens and in 1986, became self-employed as a stone mason, retiring in 1991. In 1951, he married Beverly Canton. Survivors include his wife; a son, Vernal Jr.; a daughter, Judy Jerry; a brother; a sister; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Carpenter, Thelma M., 85, of Washington, died May 31. Born in 1911 in Washington, she was the daughter of Delmar and Irene (Flint) Carpenter. She attended graded school in Washington and Spaulding High School. She was town clerk and treasurer in Washington, retiring in 1983. She had been involved with the Washington Baptist Church and later with the Independent Gospel Church. She had represented the town of Washington in the Vermont Legislature from 1961-64. Survivors include several cousins and friends. 

Plagge, Gertrude, 94, formerly of Brookline, Mass. and more recently a resident of Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center, died May 29. Born in 1903 in Switzerland, she was the daughter of John and Rosina (Grose) Schwarz. In 1930, she married Auguste Plagge, who died in 1996. She worked in the local school system of Brookline (MA), from which she retired and was a member of the Methodist Church there. Survivors include two sons, Raymond and Peter; five grandchildren. 

Nelson, Bessie I., of Montpelier, died May 31. Born in 1912 in Springfield, Mass., she was the daughter of Arthur and Rebecca (Owen) Page. She came to Vermont in 1914 and attended schools in Hyde Park and Johnson. In 1935, she married Arthur Nelson, who died in 1961. She was a licensed practical nurse at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1977. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, Phillip; a daughter, Laura Hulbert; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two brothers; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Aiken, Bernard L., 85, of Barre Town, died June 4. Born in 1912 in Barre, he was the son of Lee and Grace (Hines) Aiken. He grew up and attended schools in Washington. He was employed as a polisher in the granite industry. In 1937, he married Dorothy Downing. They operated Aiken's Market on Washington Street from 1956 until 1966. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Lawrence and Douglas; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Wackernagel, Frederick, 85, of Montpelier, died May 30. Born in 1911, in Allentown, PA, he was the son of Rev. Frederick and Emily (Wisegarver) Wackernagel Jr. He received his education in PA and graduated from Wittenberg College in Ohio with a degree in journalism. He was an ambulance driver with the American Field Service during WWII. In 1949, he married Ingrid Williams. He was editor and journalist with the Associated Press in New York City and in public relations with W.R. Grace and Company, also of New York City. He was a member of the Christ Church (Episcopal). Survivors include his wife; a son, Frederick III; a daughter, Elin Wackernagel-Slotten; four grandchildren; two sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Stafford, Pauline, 95, of Montpelier, died June 5. Born in 1902 in Orleans, she was the daughter of Amos and Ivy (Sweeney) Parlin. She graduated from high school in Island Pond and from the University of Vermont. In 1927, she married Dwight Stafford, who died in 1983. Survivors include a daughter, Cynthia (Mrs. Wallace) MacDonald; a grandson; nieces and nephews. 

Merrill, Priscilla, 71, of Berlin, died June 3. Born in 1926 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Charles and Doris (Colby) Canning. She attended st. Johnsbury schools and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy and later from Wilfred Academy of Cosmetology in Boston. In 1947, she married Deane P. Merrill. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Susan (Mrs. Charles) Keeler, Joanne (Mrs. Preston) Gilbert and Donna (Mrs. Donald) Cimorelli; six grandchildren. 

Larsen, John K., 71, of Montpelier, died June 1. Born in 1926 in Woodlynee, N.J., he was the son of John and Gorghild (Monsen) Larsen. He attended schools in New Jersey, received a bachelor's degree and master's degree in engineering from Yale University. He served with the Navy during the Korean War. In 1950, he married Dorothy E. Simons. He was a licensed professional engineer in Connecticut, retiring in 1993 and moving to Montpelier. He was a member of the First Church of Christ in Woodbridge, CT. Survivors include his wife; a son, James; a daughter, Karen Sadek; a granddaughter; three brothers. 

Pugh, Albert, 74, formerly of Plainfield, died June 2. He was the son of Bert and Frances Pugh, a native of Port Heron, MI and graduated from Port Huron High School. He earned a bachelor of science degree at Goddard College and received a master's degree and doctorate degree in education from Michigan State University. In 1985, he retired from Radford University in Virginia as a professor emeritus. He was a member of Grace Church (Episcopal) of Radford (VA). Survivors include his wife, Anthea (Goodridge) Pugh; two daughters, Christy Bane and Leslie McNiece; a son, Spencer; a brother; six grandchildren; a step-grandchild; nieces, nephews and other relatives in central Vermont. 

Strong, Laurence W., 85, of Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center, died May 29. Born in 1912 in Amityville, N.Y., he was the son of Charles and Frances (Wicks) Strong. He received his early education in Amityville, graduated from Amityville High School and studied horticulture at Cornell University. In 1939, he married Phoebe Angliss, who died in 1987. He was employed in the field of horticulture and retired to Florida in 1974. He had served in the Air Force during WWII. Survivors include a daughter, Linda (Mrs. Jeffrey) Cueto; a grandson; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Randall, Asa C., 76, formerly of Northfield Falls, died June 1 in Port Charlotte, FL. Born in 1921 in Cambridge, he was the son of Col. Dan Randall and Gertrude Randall. He had lived in Montpelier and Northfield Falls, before moving to Florida a year ago. He was employed by Green Mountain Power Corp. and treasurer of the Green Mountain Power Company Credit Union, an organization he founded. He served with the 897th Signal Corps and Army Air Corps. Survivors include his wife, Julia; four sons, Timothy, John, Asa and David; two daughters, Eva Ann and Linda Melendy; two brothers; four sisters; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Laprade, Lucille, 63, of Barre, died June 2. Born in 1934 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Leo and Rose (Marceau) Morel. She was educated in St. Monica School and attended Spaulding High School. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband, Wilfred Laprade; two daughter, Debra Ricer and Lorena Laprade; five grandchildren; her mother; two brothers; four sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Lavigne, Verna L., 91, formerly of Barre, died May 30. Born in 1906 in Grand Rapids, MI, she was the daughter of Glenn and Nellie (Cilley) Clough. She attended schools in Grand Rapids and later moved to Detroit. In 1923, she married Horace Lavigne. They moved to Barre in 1935. She studied hairdressing in New York City and worked with her husband at Verna's Beauty Salon in Barre until 1980. Mr. Lavigne died in 1980 and she moved back to Grand Rapids in 1983. She was a former member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a cousin, Faye Schultheiss; several second cousins; nieces and nephews. 

Burke, Blanche E., 92, of Montpelier, died June 4. Born in 1905 in Wilton, Maine, she was the daughter of Ernest and Dora (Green) Gould. She and her husband, Earl, moved to Montpelier from Bangor, Maine. Mr. Burke died in 1988. Survivors include a daughter, Dorothy Bean; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. 

Potter, Harold S., 86, formerly of Wolcott, died June 5. Born in 1910 in Wolcott, he was the son of Bert and Ethel (Pike) Potter. He graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1935, he married Pauline Willey. He had a long career in law enforcement, serving in the Vermont Highway Patrol and as chief of police in Rutland. He attended FBI Academy, graduating in 1943 and becoming an investigator for the National Auto Theft Bureau. He was fire investigator for the Vermont State Police, sheriff of Washington County and was employed by the state of Vermont as executive director of Vermont Law Enforcement Training Council. He retired in 1975. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Northfield. Survivors include his wife; two sons, David and Randall; two sisters; a brother; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Christiansen, Joyce, 78, of East Montpelier, died June 6. Born in 1919 in East Topsham, she was the daughter of Fred and Mary (Butterfield) Rowland. She received her early education in East Corinth and graduated from Bradford Academy and from Lyndon Normal School. In 1942, she married Stanley Lee Christiansen. She taught elementary school in Williamstown, Brookfield, Vershire, East Montpelier Center. She returned to college and obtained a bachelor's degree from Goddard College. She retired in 1984. She was a member of the Old Brick Church. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Stanley, Kristen and Andrew; nine grandchildren. 

Withrow, Doris Lindgren, 86, of Brookfield, died June 6. Born in 1910 in Concord, she was the daughter of Hugo and Clara (Johnson) Lindgren. She attended Concord schools and graduated from Concord High School. In 1935, she married John L. Withrow, who died in 1974. She had worked at the Fork Shop Restaurant until 1986 and was employed by Concord Electric Co. as office manager until her retirement. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Randolph. Survivors include two daughters, Cynthia Dunn and Jacalin Wilder; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a niece and two nephews. 

Calcagni, Mary B., 94, formerly of Barre, died June 8. Born in Carrara, Italy in 1902, she was the daughter of Napoleon and Adela (Padroni) Benedini. The family moved to South Ryegate in 1921. In 1924, she married Adolfo Calcagni, who died in 1963. She worked as a seamstress at Barre City Hospital and later at Central Vermont Medical Center. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Alfred; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a stepbrother; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Johnson, Victor H., 90, of Northfield, died June 5. Born in 1906 in Salamanca, N.Y., he was the son of Victor and Jennie (Prusinowski) Johnson. He was educated in Buffalo schools and received degrees from the University of New York at Buffalo and the University of Michigan. He served as head librarian at Norwich University. He served in the Army Air Force during WWII. In 1941, he married Margory Zeilman, who died in 1982. The Johnsons were active in outdoor activities and hiked the entire Long Trail of Vermont and climbed all the peaks of New England. 

Abramovich, Jeanette, 74, of East Montpelier, died June 5. She was born in 1922 in Syracuse, N.Y. In 1946, she married Francis G. Abramovich, who died in 1996. They moved to East Montpelier in 1986. Survivors include a son, Fran Abramovich; two grandsons. 

Pelkey, Yvonne G., 61, of Waterbury, died June 9. Born in 1936, she was the daughter of Frank and Louise (Shangraw) Grenon. She graduated from Spaulding High School and Community College of Vermont. In 1961, she married Max Pelkey. She was a secretary in the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, retiring in 1995. She was a member of St. Andrew's Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Elaine Pelkey and Karen Love; two sons, Charles and Kenneth; four grandchildren; her stepmother, Annette Grenon; a sister; two step-brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Newland, Ralph N., Sr., 52, of Tunbridge, died June 7. Born in 1944 in Sheffield, he was the son of Augustus and Cecile (Snelling) Newland. He attended schools there. He was a self-employed logger and trucker. He also worked as a gardener. In 1963, he married Ardell Bailey. They had both worked at Tunbridge World's Fair for the past nine years. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Wanda Lee Lawrence; a son, Ralph Jr.; four grandchildren; four adopted grandchildren; six brothers; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Turner, Charles A., 59, of East Barre, died June 8. Born in 1938 in Barre, he was the son of Roy and Clarabelle Turner. He was educated in St. Johnsbury Academy and was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He was most recently employed as a volunteer for Central Vermont Transportation Agency, Wheels. He had operated the Evergreen Auto Body Shop in South Barre. Survivors include his parents; two sons, Roy and Andrew; a daughter, Regina Turner; three grandchildren. 

Pierson, Phyllis F., 61, of Barre, died June 7. Born in 1935 in Holland, Vt., she was the daughter of Elmer and Dorothy (Swett) Todd. She graduated from Newport High School. In 1955, she married Arthur H. Pierson. She was employed as a secretary and monument order clerk by Cook, Watkins & Patch Co., Columbo Granite Co. and Lawson Granite Co., until the time of her death. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; her mother; two sons, Arthur and Jeffrey; two daughters, Donna Murphy and Lisa Pierson; four grandchildren; three brothers; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Warner, Leonard J., Jr., 64, formerly of Orange, died June 6. Born in Springfield, Mass., he was son of Leonard Warner Sr. and Mary (Howard) Warner. He lived most of his life in Westfield (MA) and graduated from Westfield High School. He continued his education at Cheshire Academy and attended Cornell University and Bates College. He served with the U.S. Army in Alaska. He was president of Warner Supply Co. in Westfield, and of Warner-Turner Supply Co. in Barre, retiring in 1995. Survivors include his wife, Madeline (Sawyer) Warner; four daughters, Beth Burns, Anne Killman, Kate Warner and Peg Warner; three sons, Leonard, Paul and Stephen; a brother; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Martin, Delia R., 79, of Montpelier, died Feb. 8. Born in 1918 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Emilio and Victoria (Caccicio) Molinari. She attended schools in Montpelier and was employed at Heaton Hospital in the housekeeping and dietary departments. In 1944, she married Eugene Martin Sr., who is deceased. Survivors include six sisters, Nettie Caccicio, Sylvia Johnson, Diane Morse, Olga Martin, Norma Macia and Irene Atkinson; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Morse, Emma M., 85, of Waterbury, died June 11. Born in 1911 in Huntington, she was the daughter of Charles and Bertha (Haskins) Dwire. In 1931, she married Col. Rex W. Morse, who died in 1956. They had operated Morse's Taxi Service in Waterbury. They raised two nephews, David and Donald Morse. Survivors include three sisters, Vasta Crozzoli, Margaret Smail and Marion Gokey; nieces and nephews. 

Harrington, Vera W., 97, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 28 in St. Petersburg, FL. She was born in Barre and attended the University of Vermont earning her bachelor's degree from Springfield (Mass.) College. She and her husband, Guy E. Harrington, lived in St. Petersburg, FL, where she attended the Congregational Church. Mr. Harrington died last year and a son Stanford Harrington, is also deceased. Survivors include three grandchildren, Barbara Harrington LaFerier, Sara Harrington and David Harrington; four great-grandchildren. 

Sanders, Barbara E., 73, of Northfield, died June 9. Born in 1923 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Rufus and Minnie (Drown) Colgan. She received her early education in East Roxbury schools and graduated from Northfield High School. In 1943, she married Burton Sanders. She was employed at Northfield Wood Products and was police dispatcher for Northfield. She was also employed at Norwich University retiring in the mid-1980s. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Charles and Rockland; three daughters, Diane (Mrs. Allen) Chamberlin, Stacy Sanders and Trudy Jo (Mrs. Leslie) Daniels; three brothers; a sister; 13 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Lowery, Madeline Moore, 91, of Upper Websterville, died June 9. Born in Websterville in 1905, she was the daughter of John and Annie (Wark) Moore. She attended Websterville schools. In 1955, she married Gilbert Lowery, who died in 1968. She was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) and worked for the Vermont Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired. Survivors include three cousins, Louise Savage, Erlene Gilken and Arlene Smith; and more distant relatives. 

Warren, Donald P., 63, of Montpelier, died June 9. Born in 1934 in Montpelier, he was the son of Andrew and Helen (Ducker) Warren. He attended graded school and graduated from Montpelier High School. He served with the Air Force. In 1955, he married Judith Gibson. He was a salesman for Victor Manufacturing and Distributors of Hartford, Conn. and was employed as a branch manager for Pyrofax Gas Co. in Barre and South Windsor, Conn. and superintendent of Capital City Gas Co. in Montpelier. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Montpelier. He had served with the Montpelier, South Windsor (Conn.) and Elmore fire departments. Survivors include his wife; two children, Steve and Valerie Warren Belanger; five grandchildren; a brother; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Conant, Doris Sargent, 78, of Randolph Center, died June 10. Born in 1918 in Randolph, she was the daughter of William Wales Sargent and Lydia (Bagley) Sargent. She attended Braintree and Randolph schools. In 1936, she married Edward W. Conant. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Randolph Center. Survivors include her husband; a son, E. Gordon; a daughter, Romona Strange; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. 

Darling, Richard E., 65, formerly of Montpelier, died June 11. Born in Montpelier, he was the son of Dwight and Ruth (Ingraham) Darling. He was a graduate of Concord Commercial College. He served with both the Army and Air Force and after discharge worked for Woodsville (N.H.) Water and Light, Bancroft Products in Concord, the Renaissance Center for the Treatment of Alcoholism in Proctorsville (Vt.), and at Belknap-Merrimack Manpower Corp. He was a former lay minister of Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Sara (Sally) (Girard) Darling; a son, Richard; a daughter, Paula R. Russell; six grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

P rron, Victor L., 74, of Greensboro, died June 11. Born in 1922 in Greensboro, he was the son of Oscar and Annonica (Cliche) Perron. He spent his entire life in Greensboro. He was employed as a contractor. He was a communicant of St. Michael's Church and was a veteran of WWII. Survivors include his wife, Laurette Renaud Perron, whom he married in 1953; a son, Robert; a daughter, Alice Perron; a brother; a sister; a grandson and granddaughter; cousins. 

Sabin, James, Sr., 79, formerly of Waterbury and Barre, died June 11. Born in 1918 in Waterbury, he was the son of Dr. Henry W. and Tenie (Fisher) Sabin. He attended schools in Waterbury, graduating from the former Waterbury High School. He was a member of the Waterbury Fire Department and the Waterbury School Board. He most recently worked for the State in the Vocational Rehabilitation Center. He was a member of Wesley Methodist Church in Waterbury and later, Hedding United Methodist Church in Barre. He was first married to Alberta Carpenter and later to Nancy Preston. Survivors include five daughters, Margaret Ann Anderson, Patricia Helen Sabin, Rebecca Sue Cantwell, Pauline Mary Sabin and Pamela Jane Merchant; a son, James Jr.; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; four stepchildren; three brothers; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Duquid, John E., 85, formerly of Barre, died June 8. He was born and brought up in Barre, the son of Mary (Lillie) and John Duquid. He attended local graded schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. Survivors include his wife, Helen; five children; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; a sister. 

West, Louis J., 59, of Barre and formerly of Williamstown, died June 11. Born in 1937 in Barre Town, he was the son of Freddie and Helen (Eldridge) West. He attended schools in Calais and Barre. In 1958, he married Marjorie Poulin. He worked in delivery and did carpet installation for Lash Furniture Co. and Hooker's Wayside Furniture. He later became self-employed, retiring in 1993 and moving to Florida. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Brian, Robert and Richard; a daughter, Robin West; seven grandchildren. 

Reagan, Douglas M., 57, of Moretown, died June 10. Born in 1939 in Moretown, he was the son of Ruth (Cutler) and Merrill Reagan. He attended Moretown schools. In 1960, he married Sandra Caslani. He had worked at the M&R Store in Waitsfield and later purchased the business. He later owned and operated Mr. D's convenience store in Moretown, was employed by Petco as supervisor of mini-mart stores and more recently, he owned and operated the Petco store in Moretown, now known as Moretown General Store. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Kirk and Bradley; a granddaughter; his mother; a sister; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

McFarland, Hester, M., 96, of Berlin, died June 6. Born in 1901 in New Harbor, Maine, she lived there most of her life, graduating from New Harbor High School. In 1921, she married Arthur McFarland, who died in 1975. Survivors include here daughter, Neva Gove; a granddaughter; a grandson; and a great-great-grandson. 

Rogers, Helen Dunphy, 92, of Montpelier, died June 5. Born in 1904 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., she was the daughter of Michael and Margaret (Hayes) Dunphy. She graduated from Saratoga Springs High School and Skidmore College. She taught school in Saratoga Springs and the Albany City school district, retiring in 1974. She came to Vermont in 1982 and was a member of St. Edward's Roman Catholic Church in Williamstown. Survivors include a son, Michael; two daughters, Rita Whitney and Mary Belle Isle; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Her husband Francis Rogers, died in 1967. 

West, Freddie, 84, of Barre, died June 9. Born in 1913 in Barre Town, he was the son of Fred and Addie (LaFlower) West. His wife, Helen Eldridge West, died in 1950. He worked area farms and granite manufacturers and later for Clayton Carr Salvage and Scrap Metal in Northfield. Survivors include his son, Louis; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. 

Aubuchon, Beryl A., formerly of Montpelier, died June 7. She lived in Montpelier until 1960, moving to Massachusetts. Survivors include her husband, Leon; two sons, Paul and Brian; a daughter, Lisa; six brothers; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Giallombardo, Joseph, 75, of Barre, died June 15. Born in 1922 in Pittsburgh, MA, he was the son of Joseph and Sara (Campagno) Giallombardo. He graduated from Mars (PA) High School and received a degree in history from Norwich University. He served with the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was employed as a livestock inspector for the Animal Health Division of the United States government. In 1951, he married Barbara Lou Alexander. He was a member of the Berlin Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Glenn and Eric; three grandsons; a sister; two nephews and a niece. 

Frost, Beverly A., 62, of Groton, died June 15. Born in Newbury in 1934, she was the daughter of Everett and Ethel (Philbrick) Dickey. She was employed as a cafeteria assistant at Oxbow High School in Bradford. Survivors include her husband, Newell L. Frost; a son, Jack; three daughters, Sandra Hatch, Gail Griffith and Vicki Darby; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Brooks, Ruth A., 99, of Warren, died June 15. Born in 1897 in Warren, she was the daughter of George and Julia (Miller) Robinson. She attended schools in Warren and Northfield and graduated from Lyndon Institute. In 1918, she married Ernest Brooks, who died in 1984. She taught school in Warren for a short time and later worked on the family dairy farm. She was town treasurer in Warren for 14 years, for town auditor and was a member of Warren United Church. Survivors include eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Dickinson, Arden H., 36, of Worcester, died June 14. Born in Stugart, Germany, he was the son of Herman and Maria (Alten) Dickinson. He attended schools in Worcester and U-32 Highs School. He was a self-employed carpenter, working with A&D Roofing and Siding and also for Ed Barslow Insulation. He was a member of the Montpelier Jehovah Witnesses. Survivors include his mother; his step-father, Vernan Hayford; a brother, Wayne; five sisters, Carolyn Dickinson, Linda Lee Ruckman, Patricia Lawson, Christine Masonek and Klara Dickinson; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Townsend, William H., 86, of Bethel, died June 19. Born in Bethel in 1910, he was the son of Charles and Queenie (Harlow) Townsend. He was educated in Bethel schools and was a logger for Dan and Buster Stoddard. He later worked at Clive Alcorn's mill in Gaysville. Survivors include a brother, Dwight; a sister, Mildred Butterfield; several nieces and nephews. 

Garbeck, Albert, 73, formerly of Montpelier, died June 11. Born in 1923 in Reeseville, W. VA., he was the son of Victor and Mary (Sarson) Garback. The family moved to Montpelier, where he received his early education and graduated from Montpelier High School. He earned an associate degree from Bentley College, studied accounting at Bryant and Stratton Business School in Boston and served with the Army during WWII. He worked for George J. Dorfman accounting firm in New York and later was secretary and treasurer of the B. Williams DeLia Construction Co., also in New York. Most recently he was consulting accountant for Pearl Leather and Finishing Co., of Johnstown, N.Y. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church. Survivors include his wife, Esther (Dobey) Garback, whom he married in 1943; two daughters, Karen Garback and Kim Garback Diaz; three brothers; a sister; a granddaughter; nieces and nephews. 

Metcalf, Charles A., 62, of Plainfield, died June 18. Born in 1934 in Troy, he was the son of Glen and Marion (Flint) Metcalf. He graduated from Plainfield High School and the Vermont Agricultural School in Randolph and Lyndon Teachers College. In 1969, he married Nancy Orton. He was first employed as a lab technician in Boston and later worked in the granite industry until his retirement. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. He lived with Melinda Vieux of Plainfield. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Chaloux; a son, Douglas; two grandchildren; two sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Curtis, Katie R., 101, of Montpelier, died June 17. Born in 1895 in Rochester, N.Y., she was the daughter of Horace and Eliza (Dunbar) Cole. She graduated from Rochester High School. In 1916, she married Leon Curtis, who died in 1973. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. A son, Kenneth, is deceased. 

Lowry, Sidney M., 88, of Marshfield, died June 5. Born in Cookshire, Quebec, he was the son of Joseph and Annie (Matthew) Lowry. He came to Vermont as a young boy and spent most of his life farming and logging with draft horses. He also bred registered Belgian draft horses, managed a flock of 50 sheep and raised hogs, poultry, goats, dogs and cats. His first wife, Bertha Humphrey Lowry is deceased. Survivors include his wife, Ruth (Agar) Lowry; four daughters, Natalie Beaton, Linda Lou Lowry, Dawn Lowry and Robin Clements; a granddaughter and a grandson. 

Whitney, Sylvia V., 81, of Tunbridge, died June 18. Born in 1916 in Kirby, she was the daughter of Earl and Adelaide (Bennett) Hodgdon. She attended schools in Kirby and East Burke. In 1951, she married Warren Whitney, who died in 1996. She had worked at the Forrest Poultry Outlet in South Royalton and retired from HEB Manufacturing Co. in Chelsea. She had also worked as a domestic in the central Vermont area. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. 

Thomas, Marilla A., 66, of East Montpelier, died June 15. Born in 1931 in Barre, she was the daughter of Roy G. and Marion (Martin) Lilley. She received her early education in Calais and graduated from Plainfield High School. In 1950, she married Robert Thomas. She worked in various departments for the state of Vermont, and was most recently employed by International Coins and Currency. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Deborah (Mrs. Normand) Desrochers and Trudy Thomas; a son, Martin; nine grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Hill, Wilfred G., 75, of Hardwick, died June 13. Born in 1922 in Hardwick, he was the son of Arthur and Alma (Bedard) Hill. He attended Hardwick public schools. He served with the Army during WWII. After the war, he returned to Hardwick where he owned and operated Hill's Taxi Service. In 1949, he married Lorraine Fournier. They moved to California, where he worked for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Co. They returned to Hardwick in the early 1960s, where he and his wife owned and operated Hill's Diner and later Hill's Men and Boys Shop. He retired in 1979. He was a member of St. Norbert's Catholic Church. Survivors include; his wife; two sons, James and Robert; his mother; six grandchildren; two sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Porter, Mabel F., 93, of Montpelier, died June 13. Born in 1903 in Charlemont, MA, she was the daughter of James and Julia (Estey) Ellis. She was educated in Amherst, MA. In 1925, she married Raymond L. Porter, who died in 1976. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, Leonard; five grandchildren. 

Parry, Annetta F., 84, of Northfield, died June 12. Born in 1913 in Windsor, she was the daughter of Herbert and Mary (Webster) Freeman. She graduated from Northfield High School and later attended the former Montpelier Seminary and was employed as a nurse at Gifford Memorial Hospital. She retired in the mid-1960s. In 1933, she married Clayton Carr, who died in 1960. In 1963, she married E. Lloyd Parry, who died in 1965. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Northfield. Survivors include a sons, Aaron Carr; two daughters, Ruth Ann Marshall and Cheryl (Mrs. Warner) White; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Kelly, Stanley R., 78, of Walden, died June 16. Born in 1918 in Manitoba, Canada, he was the son of Stanley Victor and Gertrude (Sage) Kelly. He served with the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII. He and his wife, Dorothy Runde Kelly, moved to Walden in 1981, following retirement from the employment with the City of Milford, Conn. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Kathleen Karen Coderre; a sister; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. 

Holland, George J., 75, of Moretown, died June 17. Born in 1922 in Attleboro, Mass., he was the son of Harry and Jessie (Holden) Holland. He served with the Army during WWII. In 1946, he married Genevieve Santor. He was employed by St. Francis R.S. Inc. in Attleboro (Mass.), retiring in 1985 and moving to Moretown. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Wayne; a daughter, Rose Marie Santagata; four grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Vance, Dorothy M., 91, formerly of Montpelier, died June 10. Born in 1905 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Herbert and Sadie (Dawson) Shores. She graduated from Spaulding High School. Her husband, Alden, died in 1985. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury. Survivors include five children, Lois Prescott, Francis Chamberlin, Kenneth Chamberlin, Stanley Chamberlin and Marilla Elder; 15 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Her first husband, Dale Chamberlin is deceased.

Howard, Paul M., 81, of Randolph, died July 2. Born in 1916 in East Randolph, he was the son of Frank and Florence (Terry) Howard. He was educated in Braintree and Randolph schools. In 1938, he married Beatrice M. Bowen, who died in 1990. He worked for College View Dairy in Northfield, Tewksbury Power Co. in Windsor and E.I. Claflin and Sons. He also worked for Sprague Dairy and at RodCo and Miller Ready Mix Concrete, both in Randolph. Survivors include a son, Ronald; two granddaughters; two great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Cappetta, William J., 47, of Plainfield, died June 25. Born in 1950 in New Haven, Ct., he was the son of William and Marie (Cahill) Cappetta. He lived in Hamden, Conn., before moving to Vermont. He graduated from Quinnipiac College in Connecticut as a certified physician's assistant. He worked for Central Vermont Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Lorraine Wasilewski Cappetta; his mother; one brother. 

Allen, Harold, 92, formerly of Rochester, N.H., died June 20. Mr. Allen made his home with a niece, Ann Lindner in Waterbury Center, prior to admission to Woodridge Nursing Home. Survivors include a sister, Mildred Allen; a brother, Kenneth Allen; seven nieces and a nephew. 

Hulbert, Mary L., 81, of East Montpelier, died June 26. Born in 1915 in Bergen, Norway, she was the daughter of Sven and Amanda (Monger) Svenson. In 1943, she married Lloyd Hulbert. They lived in East Montpelier since 1986. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Barbara Robertson and Gurly Niewood; a son, Lloyd Jr.; a sister; eight grandchildren. 

Colvin, Mary, 70, of Barre, died June 26. Born in 1926, she was the daughter of Harry and Etta (Sharkey) Brown. She was educated in Arlington school system and received her college education in Albany, N.Y., where she studied business. Survivors include two brothers. 

Jones, Ruth P., 91, of Montpelier, died April 12. Born in 1905, she was the daughter of Perley and Grace (Ware) Pike. Her first husband, Robert Keniston, whom she married in 1920, died previously. In 1938, she married Harry C. Jones, who is also deceased. She was a registered nurse and had owned and operated Jones' Rest Home in Montpelier for many years. Survivors include a daughter, Madeline Keniston O'Brien; a brother; a sister; half-brothers and half-sisters; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Henderson, Sylvia S., 82, formerly of Cabot, died June 19. She was the daughter of Angus and Bessie Smith. She received her early education in Cabot and graduated from the Goddard School for Girls. She attended nurses' training at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City and graduated from Barre City Hospital's Nurses Training School. She worked at Barre City Hospital and at Grossman Hospital in San Diego, CA. She retired in 1978. In 1940, she married Samuel Henderson. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Pamela Robinson; three sons, Douglas, Craig and Alan; three grandsons; two granddaughters; a great-grandson; two sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Davis, Brenda L., 52, of Montpelier, died recently. Born in 1945 in Barre, she was the daughter of Howard and Bernice (Sweeney) McQueen. She received her education at St. Michael's Graded School and St. Michael's High School. In 1962, she married Charles H. Davis. She worked for several years at Zayre's Department Store and later at Ames Department Store. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Brenda Davis; a son, Charles; two granddaughters; two sisters; nieces, nephews and aunts. 

French, Angela R., 91, of Barre, died June 21. Born in 1905 in Cupids, Newfoundland, Canada, she was the daughter of Patrick and Ellen (Breen) Hayes. She graduated from Cupids High School. In 1931, she married John J. French, who died in 1959. They had made their home in Little Neck, N.Y. She had been employed at the New York Telephone Co., the Mohonk Resort, the H.L. Green Department Store in Hempstead, N.Y. and St. Mary's School in Manhasset, N.Y. She moved to Vermont after her husband's death. She was a member of St. Monica Church in Barre. Survivors include a son, Clifford; a daughter, Ellen Daniels; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. 

Phillips, James L., 77, of Montpelier, died June 21. Born in 1920 in Greenfield, Mass., he was the son of Louis and Stella (Alexander) Phillips. He graduated from Rutland High School and was employed at Rutland News for 40 years, retiring in 1978. He served in the U.S. Signal Corps during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Barbara J. (McNeil) Phillips; a daughter, Donna Phillips; a son, Thomas; two brothers; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Gibson, Joan Myers, of Waterbury, died June 15. She was the daughter of Amy (Goodheart) and Hymen Myers and wife of Stewart Gibson. Following graduation from the University of Vermont, she moved to California where she worked at McGraw-Hill Publishing Co. and studied at UCLA for her master's degree in television production. She moved to Vermont and was hired by Castleton State College to plan, develop and implement the college's first curriculum in television production. Survivors include her husband; her mother; three step-children, Mary Truax, William Gibson and Lucia Burke; five step-grandchildren. 

Barber, Irene, 83, formerly of Montpelier, died June 17. Born in 1913 in West Newbury, she was the daughter of Percy and Velma Fearon. She was educated in Woodsville, N.H. and was employed as a telephone operator there. She worked at the McLellan Stores and Green Mountain Mutual Insurance Co., both in Montpelier and at Granite Mutual Insurance Co. in Barre. She moved to Arizona in 1992. Her husband, Clarence, is deceased. Survivors include a daughter, Alison Williams; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Lacroix, Robert L., 56, of Plainfield, died June 22. Born in 1941 in Sanbornton, N.H., he was the son of Elwin and Dorothy (McKay) Smith. He lived in Barre and Montana before moving to Plainfield last year. He had worked for the City of Barre as a truck driver and was a self-employed logger in Montana. Survivors include his companion, Sheila Guillette; a son, Robert; a daughter, Cathy Van Dyke; two grandsons; two brothers; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Gates, Evelyn M., 90, of Royalton, died June 25. Born in 1906 in Barton, she was the daughter of Dean and Eva (Carruth) Clark. She attended schools in Barton and West Burke. In 1932, she married Virgil B. Gates, who died in 1973. They had owned and operated Locust Cabins in East Randolph, before moving to Royalton. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Royalton. Survivors include a son, Fred; three daughters, Madeline Stariknok, Marguerite Caron and Shirley Spittle; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Acebo, Richard, 71, of Barre, died recently. Born in 1926 in Barre, he was the son of Fermin and Elvira Acebo. He attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Navy, serving during WWII. In 1949, he married Betty Beams. He retired from the Celenta and Bianchi Granite Co. in Barre in 1989. He was a member of St. Monica's Parish. Survivors include his wife; a son, Charles; a daughter, Vickie Acebo-Carns; three grandchildren; a sister; four brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Matheson, Shirley Bero, 94, formerly of Northfield Falls, died June 23. Born in 1903 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Joseph and Jane (Reed) Bero. She attended schools in Northfield. In 1930, she married George Malcolm Matheson, who died in 1969. She moved to South Carolina in 1990, to be near her son. Survivors include her son, George; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews

Devenger, Larry R., 52, of Hardwick, died June 17. Born in 1944 in Long Beach, CA, he was the son of Ralph and Helene (Pelletier) Devenger. He attended graded schools in Hardwick, Connecticut, Virginia and New Hampshire, graduating from Rogers High School in Newport, R.I. He served with the Navy. In 1971, he married Eunice McKinistry. He had worked for Sam Daniels Manufacturing in Hardwick and had managed Kentucky Fried Chicken in the Burlington, Barre and Brattleboro locations. He later worked for Anderson Concrete, the Vermont State Hospital, ran a delivery route for Burlington Foreign Auto Parts and more recently was employed by Perry Oil, retiring in 1985. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Glen and Bruce; a daughter, Samantha Devenger; his father; four grandchildren; four brothers; four sisters; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Gibbs, Helen E., 80, formerly of Chelsea, died June 27. Born in 1917 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of Ralph and Gladys (Glidden) Sanborn. She was educated in Chelsea schools. In 1935, she married Paul Gibbs. She lived in Springfield since 1938. Survivors include her husband; a son, Paul Jr.; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Messer, Helen Friot, 80, of Barre, died June 27. Born in 1917 in Barre, she was the daughter of George and Alice (Allen) Brigham. She received her early education in Barre and Montpelier, graduated from Montpelier High School and received nursing certification from Wayne School of Nursing in Chicago, ILL. In 1935, she married Herbert H. Friot. They owned and operated Capital Nursing Home and Capitol Manor. Mr. Friot is deceased. In 1972, she married Richard Messer. She worked at the Eastern Start Nursing Home in Randolph. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church of Barre. Survivors include two sons, Edwin Friot and Richard Friot; four grandsons; two granddaughters; a half-sister; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Terranova, Mary A., 84, of Barre, died June 26. Born in 1912 in Bordia, Switzerland, she was the daughter of Serafino and Maria (DeCarlo) Ferrati. The family moved to Barre in 1918, where she attended school. She lived in Manchester and Hartford, Conn., where she was employed as an apartment building manager. She later lived in Albany, N.Y., and returned to Barre in 1973. She was a member of St. Monica Parish. Her husband, Pasquale Terranova, died in 1957. Survivors include a daughter, Cynthia Capagli; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. 

Salls, Archibald B., 77, of Hardwick, died June 28. Born in 1919 in Cabot, he was the son of Clarance and Teresa (Tousaint) Salls. He had lived in New Hampshire before returning to Hardwick in 1982. He retired from the New Hampshire Highway Department. His first wife, Dorothy Mae Dwyer Salls, is deceased. Survivors include his wife, Alice (Chapman) Salls; seven sons, Gene, Cecil, Keith, Vaughn, Darryl and Terry; three daughters, Bonnie Kalacinski, Melodye Marsh and Kaye Allen; a stepson, Ralph Chapman; four stepdaughters, June Allen, Dale Robb, Linda Wilson and Denise Stars; one brother; two sisters; 50 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. 

Tenney, George B., 86, formerly of South Royalton, died June 28. Born in 1911 in South Royalton, he was the son of James Edward and Nellie (Smith) Tenney. He was educated in Hartford and Royalton schools and graduated from South Royalton High School. In 1933, he married Elgie M. Sleeper, who died in 1983. He was a rural letter carrier for the South Royalton Post Office. After retirement, he moved to East Charleston. Survivors include two sons, Harold and Howard; two daughters, Gail Kingsbury and Phyllis Mudgett; one sister; 19 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. 

Reeves, George J., 55, of Lower Websterville, died June 30. Born in 1942 in Plattsburgh, N.H., he was the son of Howard and Mary (Harris) Reeves. He attended schools in Plattsburgh and graduated from Our Lady of Victory High School. In 1961, he married Isabelle Sherman. He was a house painter and for the past 30 years, worked for Rouleau Granite Co. in Barre. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Lisa Commo and Jessica Commo; a granddaughter; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Speaks, Madeline Badeau, 55, of Barre, died recently. Born in 1941 in Lac Megantic, Quebec, she was the daughter of Philorum and Delvina (Jacques) Badeau. She attended elementary school in Canada, St. Monica School in Barre and Spaulding High School. She was formerly of Norwich, Conn., where she was employed as a nurses aide. Her husband, William R. Boyce, is deceased. Survivors include two sons, Brian and Roger; a daughter, Rhonda (Mrs. Francis) Tash Jr.; two grandchildren; her mother; 10 brothers; four sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Earle, Jared A., 14, of Cabot, died June 29. Born in 1983 in Frankfurt, Germany, he was the son of Floyd R. and Donna (Firkey) Earle. He would have entered his freshman year at Cabot High School in the fall. One of his favorite pastimes was playing basketball. Survivors include his parents; maternal grandparents, Harold and Dorothy Firkey; maternal great-grandmothers, Rita Firkey and Charlotte Manning; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Ingoldsby, Elisabeth, 87, of Northfield, died June 27. Born in 1909 in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of Oscar and Marion (Case) Lang. She attended schools in Jersey City and Rollins College in Winter Park, FL. She had lived in N.J. for 38 years and was assistant librarian at the Englewood Public Library. She had lived in Northfield since 1980 and was a summer resident of Tunbridge. She was a member of St. Mary's Church (Episcopal). Survivors include her husband, Francis Ingoldsby; two daughters, Joan Brown and Elisabeth M. Ingoldsby; two sons, Francis Jr. and Roger; five grandchildren. 

McGranaghan, Clifton, 75, of Barre Town, died July 3. Born in 1922 in Corinth, he was the son of Joseph and Florence (Parker) McGranaghan. He received his education in Corinth and served with the Army during WWII. He had worked for various construction companies, and more recently was a scrap metal dealer and hauler. Survivors include his daughter, Susan Willis; two sons, Richard and Roger White; several grandchildren; a sister; a half-brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Good, Sister Helen, 88, formerly of Barre, died July 2. Born in 1908 in Barre, she was the daughter of Lackey and Nora (Murphy) Good. She was educated in Barre City schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She graduated from Trinity College with a degree in English and received a master's in counseling from Boston University. She entered the Sisters of Mercy of Vermont in 1927 and professed her vows in 1930. She taught at Cathedral Grammar School and Cathedral High School in Burlington, Marian High School in Barre and St. Mary's in Middlebury. Survivors include her sisters in religion, Sisters of Mercy of Vermont; a sister, Sister Aileen Good. 

McNamara, Dorothy, 88, of Northfield, died July 2. Born in 1908 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Charles and Nellie (Hassett) McNamara. She graduated from Northfield High School and later from the University of Vermont. She was a teacher in Berlin, attended the Albany Business School and went to work for the Selective Service. She joined the Internal Revenue Service, working as an auditor for almost 40 years, retiring in 1973. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Northfield. Survivors include a brother, Wilson McNamara; a sister, Maxine McNamara; five nephews; four nieces; 16 great-nieces and nephews. 

Lamb, James G., 62, formerly of Randolph, died June 30. Born in 1935 in Randolph, he was the son of Frank and Nettie (Chamberlin) Lamb. He received his early education in Randolph, graduated from Randolph High School and from Alexian Brothers Hospital School of Nursing in Chicago, ILL. He was a career Army nurse, retiring as a Lt. Col. He attended the Incarnate Word College in Texas, the University of Hawaii and Tripler Army Nursing Corps School of Anesthesia. He and his wife, Addie (Flint) Lamb, moved to Texas in 1985. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Arlene Libby; a brother; two grandchildren. 

Hutchinson, Arlene D., 76, of Washington, died July 1. Born in 1920 in West Topsham, she was the daughter of Calvin and Hazel (Wood) Colby. She attended schools in West Topsham and Bradford Academy. In 1937, she married Delmer Hutchinson. She was a parent, homemaker and grandparent and was active in the local and school community. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Janice Brooks and Lois Manning; two sons, Calvin and Jay; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; two sisters; her step-mother, Ida Colby; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Geake, Kenneth W., 67, of Barre Town, died July 1. Born in 1929 in Williamstown, he was the son of Edward and Minnie (Ratell) Geake. He attended Williamstown Elementary School and Spaulding High School and obtained a GED while in the Army. He graduated from Coyne Electrical School in Boston. He was employed at the Vermont Agency of Transportation traffic shop, retiring in 1986. In 1949, he married Barbara Banks. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a son, Michael; two daughters, Barbara Carey and Katherine Hiteshew; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a brother; a sister; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Salls, Erwin H., 79, of Greensboro, died June 30. Born in 1918 in Hardwick, he was the son of Edward and Clara (Philbrook) Salls. He attended public schools in Campton, N.H. and Greensboro. He served with the Army during WWII. He was employed by the town of Greensboro until 1951. In 1948, he married Wilfred Chaloux. They bought a farm in North Greensboro. Survivors include his wife; six children, Linda Dimick, Leona Pike, Rose Bothfield, Erwin Salls Jr., Wilfred Salls and Edward Salls; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three brothers; two sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Hibbard, Geraldine G., 88, formerly of Montpelier, died July 7. Born in 1908 in East Milton, Mass., she was the daughter of Jesse and Margaret (Fraser) Gosse. She graduated from Commerce High School in Springfield, Mass. and Westfield (Mass.) Normal School. She taught elementary school in Feeding Hills, Mass. Her husband, James Hibbard, died in 1964. She lived in Montpelier for almost 50 years where she was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. She was a Red Cross volunteer and a volunteer at Central Vermont Hospital. Survivors include a son, J. Lawrence Hibbard; a daughter, Margaret Miller; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a niece and several cousins. 

Duling, Martin J., 85, formerly of Montpelier, died July 8. He owned and operated a painting contracting business in Montpelier and was a member of St. Augustine Church. He had lived in North Concord for the last 12 years, and was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury. He and his wife, Hattie (Coutermarsh), were foster grandparents for several area children with the Futures Unlimited program at Northeast Kingdom Mental Health in St. Johnsbury. His wife died in 1996. Survivors include a daughter, Norene (Mrs. John) Emerick; five stepchildren, Theresa Arusiewicz, Anna Marie Spaulding, Deanna Coutermarsh, Ernest Coutermarsh and Delores Coutermarsh; one granddaughter; two great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren. 

Hamel, Ralph E., 88, of Barre, died July 7. Born in 1908 in Marshfield, he was the son of Edward and Melvina (Thurston) Hamel. He attended schools in Richmond, Quebec. In 1931, he married Mary Emond. He had been in the granite business, was employed by Fred George as a truck driver and later was a self-employed truck driver, retiring in 1970. He served in the Army. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Ronald, Ralph and Gary; two daughters, Maxine (Mrs. Richard) Baldwin and Barbara Norman; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four sisters; one brother. 

Bouchard, Keven, 43, of Stowe, died June 22. Born in 1954, he was the son of Reba (Raymond) and Stewart Bouchard Sr. He was a design engineer for Boeing Aircraft in Everett, WA and a former employee of IBM in Essex Junction. Survivors include two brothers, Stewart Jr. and Jody; a nephew and two nieces. 

Valle, Fruto J., 80, of Barre, died July 7. Born in 1916 in Bethel, he was the son of Victoriano and Jennie (Rossi) Valle. His family moved to Barre in 1927. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Army, having been an infantry paratrooper with the 11th Airborne Division. In 1946, he returned to Barre and was manager at Barre Wholesale Grocery, later became a partner of C&C Clothing and then worked for Walker Motors for 37 years. In 1942, he married Helen Mary Mulcahy, who died in 1957. In 1960, he married Lucy M. Moore, who died in January,1997. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his son, Thomas Sr.; two daughters, Anne Figelman and Patricia Denison; seven grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; an aunt. 

Houde, Kenneth W., 52, of Barre, died July 8. Born in 1944 in Framingham, MA, he was the son of Frank and Blanche Houde. He attended schools in Framingham. In 1996, he married Sandra Lumbra. They moved to Barre July 3. Mr. Houde has been disabled for the past six years. He is survived by his wife. 

Barton, Justin C., 69, of Randolph, died July 10. Born in 1927 in Scranton, PA, he was the son of Stuart and Marjorie (Smith) Barton. He was educated in Maryland and New York schools, Boston College and graduated from Boston Law School. He had been a practicing attorney in Massachusetts until 1989. In 1951, he married Evelyn Green. He moved to Randolph in 1990. He was a ski instructor at Suicide Six in Woodstock, served as section manager of the American Radio Relay League and taught line dancing on the Vermont Technical College campus. Memberships included Sts. Donation and Rogation Church in Randolph. He was a Navy veteran of WWII. Survivors include his wife; a son, Justin Jr.; five daughters, Ann Marie Barton Sullivan, Mary Barton Rau, Susan Barton Bunker, Carol Barton and Eileen Barton; six grandchildren. 

Rollins, Dorothy G., 84 of Randolph, died July 10. Born in 1912, she was the daughter of Charles and Maude (Landon) Gabree. She was educated in Milton schools. In 1934, she married Frank Rollins, who died in 1965. Survivors include a son, Arthur; a daughter, Caroline Brown; three sisters; two grandchildren. 

Little, William E., 83, of Williamstown, died July 9. Born in 1913 in Richford, he was the son of Richard and Ethel (Currier) Little. He attended schools in Richford and worked at the former Swett-Cummings Furniture Co. there. He came to Barre in 1931 and was employed at the former Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and later at Sprague Electric Co. His first wife, Abbie Myott Little, is deceased. In 1952, he married Emma Pickett, who died in 1991. He was a member of the Williamstown United Federated Church. Survivors include a stepson, Drew Pickett; a step-daughter, Melba Young; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; cousins. 

Schroeder, Agnes, 92, of Berlin, died July 11. Born in 1905 in Medford, Mass., she was the daughter of Stephen and Catherine (Driscoll) Grimley. She was educated in West Medford schools and graduated from Medford High School. IN 1949, she married Joseph Neville, who died in 1949. In 1964, she married William Christian (Firpo) Schroeder, who is also deceased. She had worked for the Western Union Telegraph Co. in Boston until her retirement in the 1970s. While living in Medford, she was a member of St. James Catholic Church. Survivors include a sister, Eleanor M. Kane; two nieces, Eleanor Madison and Deborah Meier; a nephew, Walter V. Kane. 

Smith, Earl C., 83, of Randolph, died July 9. Born in 1914 in Mohawk, N.Y., he was the son of Frank and Irene (Banton) Smith. He was educated in New York schools and graduated from Van Hornsville (N.Y.) High School. He had farmed in New York and later was employed as a postal clerk in Mohawk, retiring in 1976. In 1937, he married Elizabeth J. Mehring. They moved to Randolph in 1991. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Richard and David; two daughters, Barbara Brown Mead and Edith Vorce Palmer; two brothers; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. 

Bascom, Perry B., 73, of Greensboro and Dacula, GA, died July 7. Born in Bound Brook, N.J., he was the son of Perry and Katherine (Bagnall) Bascom. He attended Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine and served in the Navy. He was a retired radio broadcast executive. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn (Dawson) Bascom; a daughter, Janet Wheeler; a son, Alan; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Goodrich, Mary Jean, 63, formerly of Montpelier, died July 4. Born in 1934 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Emery Henry Roberts and Ida (Provencher) Roberts. She was educated in Montpelier and Essex Junction schools. She had been a cashier for Green Mountain Power Corp., retiring in 1995. Survivors include three sons, Kenneth, Christopher and Robert; three daughters, Diana Blow, Cindy Hamlin and Pamela Russell; eight grandchildren; her fiance, George Racine III; six brothers and one sister; nieces and nephews. 

Miles, Beverly E., 69, formerly of Montpelier, died July 6. Born in 1928 in Charlestown, she was the daughter of Clyde and Florence (Kimball) Rich. She was adopted by an aunt, Mabel Kimbal and her husband, James Mayette. She graduated from Montpelier High School and Vermont Junior College. In 1955, she married Wayne L. Miles. They lived all over the world while Mr. Miles was in the Air Force and moved to Montpelier in 1975. She was employed as a secretary by the Johnson Artesian Well Co. in Montpelier. They had lived in Lebanon since 1993. Survivors include her husband; a son, James; a daughter, Sherri Miles; two grandchildren; a brother; two sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Boudreau, Agatha E., 83, of Barre, died July 4. Born in 1913 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Ludger and Georgianna (Bussiere) Gosselin. She attended schools in St. Johnsbury. In 1941, she married Hector J. Boudreau, who died in 1983. In 1967, she began working at the J.J. Newberry Store. She was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include one son, Norman; a daughter, Susan (Mrs. Douglas) Spaulding; four grandchildren; a sister.

Dalley, Cathleen A., 70, of Moretown, died July 15. Born in 1927 in Fayston, she was the daughter of Albert and Edythe (Brothers) LaVanway Sr. She graduated from Waitsfield High School. In 1946, she married James E. Dalley Sr. She spent her life as a homemaker and parent and was a member of the South Duxbury Church. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Lori Collins; three sons, James Jr. , Gary and Mike; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters; four brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Davis, Barbara, 82, of Randolph, died July 11. Born in 1914 in East Brookfield, she was the daughter of Arthur J. and Bessie (Kendall) Wheatley. She graduated from Randolph High School and Johnson Normal School and taught in Randolph. In 1934, she married Erwin H. Davis, who died in 1975. She taught piano and played with several orchestras and was church organist. Prior to retirement in 1976, she worked at the Gary Home and Rahabilitation, the Sheltered Workshop and the Fish & Game Department, all in Montpelier, and at the Perkins School in Lancaster, MA. Survivors include three daughters, Joan Moran, Linda Nissl and Patricia Bradshaw; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. 

Harrington, Elizabeth, 94, of Northfield, died July 10. Born in 1903 in Royalton, she was the daughter of Don C. and Nettie (Luce) Gifford. She attended schools in East Bethel and Brookfield, graduated from Randolph High School and attended Randolph Normal School. She taught elementary school for more than 45 years, having taught in Randolph, Randolph Center and East Randolph, Brookfield and East Brookfield. She retired in 1968. In 1923, she married Edward Harrington, who died in 1979. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Royalton. Survivors include two sons, Gifford and Dean; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a niece. 

Currier, Mary Jane, 71, of Barre, died July 13. Born in 1925 in Buffalo, N.Y., she was the daughter of Edward and Christina (Frank) O'Connell. She attended schools in Buffalo. In 1950, she married Elmer Currier, who died in 1968. Survivors include a son, Leander; three grandchildren; three brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Comi, P. Edward, 95, formerly of Montpelier, died July 3. Born in 1902 in Montpelier. He attended schools in Vermont and lived in Massachusetts from 1940 to 1960. He invented the "rear shutter" for the commercial motion picture projector in 1929. He was co-owner and co-founder of New England's first drive-in theater in Mass. He was a musician, touring throughout Vermont, New England and Canada. He settled in Massachusetts where he established his own business, Massachusetts Theater Equipment Co. His wife, Mary (Morizzi) Comi, is deceased. Survivors include his children, Paul, Alfred and Diane; cousins. 

Morrison, Wesley H., 78, of Groton, died July 13. Born in 1919, he was the son of George and Lila (Eaton) Morrison. He was a stonecutter at Hutchins and Perreault Granite Co. in East Barre. His first wife, Lillian (Darling) Morrison, died in 1955. Survivors include his wife, Pearl (Phelps) Morrison; two daughters, Shelley Lauzon and Sharon Stumpf; four sons, Colin, David, Robert and Typer; 21 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister; several cousins. 

LaFaille, Clara A., 96, of Barre, died July 15. Born in 1900 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Thomas and Anna (Poulin) LaPoint. She attended Holy Ghost School in Graniteville. In 1927, she married Aime LaFaille, who died in 1962. She was a member of St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville and St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Theresa (Mrs. Donald) Tyler; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Yax, James F., 45, of Vershire, died July 14. Born in 1952 in Mount Clemens, MI, he was the son of Louis and Emma Yax. He attended schools in Mount Clemens and served in the Army in Vietnam. He worked as a welder and moved to Vermont in the 1980s. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include a daughter, Kathryn Yax; a brother; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Gillespie, Aurora D., 79, of Northfield Falls, died July 15. Born in 1918 in Quincy, Mass., she was the daughter of Dennis and Marcelina (Fernandez) Diego. She graduated from Northfield High School and attended Bay Path Institute in Hartford, Conn. In 1942, she married Robert Gillespie, who died in 1962. They purchased McGrattan Fuel Co. in Northfield and operated it as Gillespie Fuels. After her husband's death, she continued to operate the business, retiring in 1984. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Karen (Mrs. Reed) Korrow and Marianne (Mrs. Donald) Davidson; two sisters; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

DeCoste, Agnes, 87, of South Royalton, died July 15. Born in 1910 in South Royalton, she was the daughter of Joseph and Louella (Tenney) DeCoste. She grew up in Derry, N.H. and later graduated from South Royalton High School. She was employed as a secretary in Boston and later worked for Van Raalte Corp in Randolph, G.W. Plastics in Bethel and retired from Petco Oil Co. in South Royalton. Survivors include a niece, Pam Salls; two nephews, Tim Renehan and Sean Renehan. 

Godin, Jean A., 66, of Moretown, died July 12. Born in 1930 in Morrisville, he was the son of Annette (Bouchard) and Theophile Godin. He attended schools in Stowe and served with the Air Force and the Marines during the Korean War. He farmed for several years and later was employed by Palisades Landfill in Moretown as a heavy equipment operator, retiring in 1993. Survivors include his wife; his mother; two daughters, Kimberly Godin and Serena Godin; two sisters; four brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Magoon, Flindy E., 79, of Barre, died July 13. Born in 1918 in Norwood, Mass., she was the daughter of Albert and Katie Mae (Smith) Norton. She attended schools in Norwood, Barton, Brookfield and Barre. In 1935, she married Edgar Magoon, who died in 1990. They had owned and operated a farm in Berlin on Bible Hill Road. Survivors include two sons, Edgar Jr. and Eugene; two daughters, Ruth Gagnon and Linda Lane; 20 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

McSorley, Maureen M., 91, formerly of Barre, died July 17. Born in 1906 in Barre, she was the daughter of William and Katherine (Murphy) McLean. The family moved to Montpelier in 1908. She graduated from Mount St. Mary's Academy in Burlington and attended Kimball Secretarial School in Lowell, Mass. In 1929, she married Thomas F. McSorley, who predeceased her. She was an accomplished pianist and taught piano lessons. She also was an artist. Survivors include a daughter, Patricia A. O'Brien; a son, Brian; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Magoon, Irene J., 59, of Williamstown, died July 18. Born in 1938 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Clyde and Florence (Grover) Parker. She went to elementary schools in Brookfield and Graniteville and later attended Williamstown High School. She was a painter and paper hanger by trade and also worked as a cook. In 1961, she married Edgar S. Magoon Jr. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Robert Salter III, Duncan Salter and Edgar Magoon III; three daughters, Gayla Perreault, Teresa Fanton and Cheryl Curtis; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five brothers; two sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Ingellis, Lena B. (Bruno) McGoff, 81, formerly of Montpelier, died May 31. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of George and Virginia (Depasquale) Bruno. She had lived in Bristol, Conn., since 1942 and was employed as head housekeeper at Carpenter Construction Co. and for Topper and Griggs in Plainville, retiring in 1975. She also sold cosmetics for the Mary Kay Co. She was a member of St. Anthony Church. Survivors include a son, Michael; two daughters, Patricia Thompson and Mary Scholl; three brothers; a sister; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Pitkin, Allen, 91, of Montpelier, died July 15. Born in 1906 in Montpelier, he was the son of Frank and Margaret (Sabin) Pitkin. He attended Montpelier schools, graduating from Montpelier High School. He served with the Army during WWII. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1966 as a mail carrier. He continued to work for Montpelier High School in the hot lunch program. He was a member of Christ Church (Episcopal). Survivors include three cousins, Raymond Sabin, Richard Sabin and Kenneth Sabin; two nephews. 

Mayo, Hannah L., 4, of Hardwick, died recently. Born in 1993 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Dwayne and Andrea (Magoon) Mayo. She was a member of St. Norbert's Parish and was enrolled in Joyce LeCours Day Care. Survivors include her parents; her paternal grandparents, David and Judy Mayo; aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Palacio, Frank J., 86, of Barre, died July 18. Born in 1910 in Arudy, France, he was the son of Manuel and Emilia (Anso) Palacio. His family moved to Lynch, KY, where he received his early education. He graduated from Columbia University with a degree in economics and later from the New York Stock Exchange Institute. He worked on Wall Street at the New York Stock Exchange. In 1930, he married Carmen Labrana, who died in 1995. He was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves, and served in the military police. In 1949, he and his brother, Robert Corey, opened Camp Meade Motor Court in Middlesex. Survivors include a brother, Ramon; two nieces. 

Gallison, Doris W., 76, of South Woodbury, died July 17. Born in 1920 in South Woodbury, she was the daughter of Raymond and Bernice (Angell) Wheeler. She received her early education in North Montpelier and Plainfield schools and graduated from Plainfield High School and from Vermont Junior College. In 1945, she married Robert McKnight Gallison. She worked at the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles and later at the dietary department at Goddard College. Survivors include her husband; a son, Lynn; a daughter, Jean Millard; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Rattee, Flora E., of Bethel, died July 15. Born in Middletown, Conn., she was the daughter of Harry and Edith (Grace) Emmette. She graduated from Middletown High School and received her nursing education at attending classes at night. She worked for Standard Knapp Corp. in Portland, Conn. and at Coblet Lodge Nursing Home, also in Conn. In 1979, she married Arnold Rattee. Survivors include her husband; a son, Terry; three daughters, Donna Bianchi, Suzanne Dufford and Grechel Auger; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. 

Finnie, John, 77, formerly of Barre, died July 17. Born in 1920 in Barre, he was the son of Edward and Evelyn (Duncan) Finnie. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Army, stationed in England. In 1964, he married Margaret Derocher. He worked for Green Mountain Power Corp. as a lineman and later as foreman. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; a sister, Evelyn Johnson; three brothers, George, Thomas and James; an aunt; nieces and nephews. 

Cameron, Alfred R., 85, formerly of East Barre, died July 14. Born in 1911 in East Barre, he was the son of Alexander and Eva Ann (Owen) Cameron. He attended East Barre School. In 1937, he married Cesarina Magni. They had lived in Charlestown, N.H. for more than 50 years. He worked as a machinist at Fellows Gear Shapers, retiring in 1973. He was a member of Charlestown Congregational Church and former member of the East Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Gary; a brother; three sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Hull, Alton R., 67, of Calais, died July 16. Born in 1929 in Colchester, he was the son of George and Pearl (Kellette) Hull. He attended elementary schools in East Montpelier, graduated from St. Michael's High School and from Vermont Technical College. In 1952, he married Katherine Rudd. He served with the Navy during WWII and worked in the granite industry for 45 years as a stone cutter and sandblaster at Houle-Giudici Granite Company. Survivors include his wife; a son, Greg; three grandchildren; three brothers; four sisters. 

Haupt, Richard E., 59, formerly of Randolph, died July 12. Born in 1937 in Randolph, he was the son of Herman and Mildred (Flint) Haupt. He attended schools in Essex Junction and Florida. He worked at Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf before leaving for New Orleans in May. Survivors include his wife, Patricia (Charbonneau) Haupt; a son, Charles; a sister; many nieces and nephews. 

Quinn, Julie M., 37, of Northfield, died July 13. Born in 1960 in Barre, she was the daughter of George and Marie (Farnham) Goodrich Jr. She graduated from Northfield High School and in 1980, married John Quinn Jr. She and her husband purchased the Nantanna Pub, which they operated for two years and then she was employed at Blue Cross/Blue Shield in Berlin. Survivors include her husband; a son, John III; a daughter, Carly; her father; her mother and stepfather, Marie and Edward Eaton; two brothers; three sisters; a half-brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Masterson, George B., 77, of East Randolph, died July 12. Born in 1920 in Lincoln, he was the son of Milo and Jennie (Benedict) Masterson. He was educated in Lincoln and East Middlebury elementary schools and Middlebury High School. He worked for Rossi Construction Co. of Connecticut and retired in 1988 as maintenance foreman for the state of Vermont. In 1950, he married Hilda Morrill. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Michael, Danle and Jeffrey; a sister; five grandchildren. 

Nichols, Laura, 89, of Barre, died July 11. Born in 1907 in Barre, she was the daughter of Battista and Francessa Comolli. She attended Barre schools. In 1932, she married Robert Nichols, who die din 1971. She was employed at Peerless Knitting Mill and at the former Heaton House in Montpelier. Survivors include two nieces, Lillian Sullivan and Sandra Lightholder; a nephew, Richard Gariboldi.


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Miscellaneous Washington County, Vermont Obituaries - 1997

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Wilber, George A., 85, of Northfield, died July 19. Born in 1911 in Sidney, N.Y., he was the son of Chester and Lean (Fergesen) Wilber. He attended schools in Glens Falls, N.Y. In 1937, he married Norma Berry. He served with the Army from 1944-46 and worked in the granite industry in Northfield and later in Barre. He retired in 1979. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Judith (Mrs. James) Hill and Jane Wilber; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Stridsberg, Lonnie J., 25, of Duxbury, died July 20. Born in 1972 in Berlin, he was the son of Leslie Stridsberg and Cindy Griffith. He graduated from Harwood Union High School in Duxbury. Following graduation, he was involved in an automobile accident and had been disabled since. Survivors include his mother and her husband Ira Sollace; his father and his wife, Norma; paternal grandfather; maternal grandmother; one sister; one brother; two step-brothers; nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins. 

Quinlan, Frederick M., 75, of Barre, died July 21. He was born in Barre but had lived in Kensington, Conn., for 32 years. He served in the Navy during WWII. He had been employed by the Fafnir Bearing Co. in Connecticut, retiring in 1987. Survivors include his wife, Joyce (Howe) Quinlan; two daughters, Eileen (Mrs. Irwin) Lentchner and Debra (Mrs. Robert) Narus; a sister; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Sibson, Howard W., 77, formerly of Barre, died July 24. Born in 1919 in Boston, he was the son of George and Beatrice (Perks) Sibson. He attended Spaulding High School and graduated from Elberton High School in Georgia. He attended various trade schools in Barre. He worked for Grearson and Lane Granite Company before moving to Portsmouth, N.H. He operated the Sibson Memorial Company in Portsmouth and served as president and treasurer until he died. Survivors include his wife; Olivia F. (Duranleau) Sibson; a daughter, Sandra Johna Sibson Patterson; and a niece. 

McNaulty, Annie J., 87, of Hardwick, died July 23. Born in 1909 in Worcester, she was the daughter of Irwin Elmer and Minnie (Laundry) Jacobs. She attended Middlesex schools. In 1928, she married Gardner Francis McNaulty, who died in 1974. She worked in the Montpelier as a domestic and was custodian of Middlesex Village School and municipal building and was a clerk at Horton Smith's store in Middlesex. She later moved to Hardwick and was employed at Chapin's Rest Home in East Calais. Survivors include a daughter, Alberta McNaulty; five sons, Francis, Arnold, Harold, Robert and William; 19 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Trombley, Deva E., 93, formerly of Williamstown, died July 18. Born in Williamstown, she was the daughter of John and Lena (Rodney) Blanchard. She worked at Fishman's store in Barre, before moving to New Hampshire where she later worked at the Woolworth and J.C. Penney stores. She was the widow of Eraldo Mancinia, who died in 1938 and of Paul E. Trombley, who died in 1969. Survivors include a son, Angelo John; two step-sons, Preston and Paul Trombley; a step-daughter, Patricia Tessier; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Abbott, Douglas K., 26, of Cabot, died recently. Born in 1971 in Hardwick, he was the son of Nelson and Grace (Prue) Abbott. He attended Cabot public schools. He served in the Navy and after discharge, returned to Vermont and worked at the Vermont State Hospital, Sterling Institute and Bombardier Corp. Survivors include his father and his wife, Yolanda; his mother and her companion, John Cookson; a brother, Daniel Sr.; paternal grandparents; maternal grandparents; several aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Ciliberti, Elena T., 88, of Montpelier, died July 23. Born in 1909 in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of William and Nellie (Terry) Tunnard. She attended Lincoln High School and New Jersey State Normal School. In 1938, she married Ercole Ciliberti, who died in 1995. She was an elementary school teacher in the Jersey City public schools and at St. John's Roman Catholic School in N.J. She and her husband moved to Montpelier eight years ago. Survivors include a sons, Edward; a daughter, Eileen (Mrs. Theodore) vonWallmenich; four grandchildren. 

Noury, Antonio J., 55, of Williamstown, died July 22. Born in 1942 in Barre, he was the son of Joseph and Eliza (LaValley) Noury. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Marion High School. He was employed at the Grand Union, retiring in 1995. In 1962, he married Pauline Beede. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Linda (Mrs. Patrick) Harrington; four sons, Kendon, Edward, Joseph and James; six grandchildren; five sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Lindsay, Helena P., 94, of Montpelier, died July 21. Born in 1903, she was the daughter of J. Wilfred and Della (Hale) Pembroke. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She completed nurses training at St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing in Brighton, Mass. She had worked for the Visiting Public Health Nurse program. In 1933, she married Dr. W. Douglas Lindsay, who died in 1975. Survivors include three daughters, Susan Youker, Ann Lindsay and Joan Lindsay; one son, Douglas; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Boudro, DesNeiges B., 91, of Randolph, died July 22. Born in 1905 in Stoke Center, Quebec, she was the daughter of James and Olivine (Poirier) Belanger. She attended schools in Manchester, N.H. and Brookfield. In 1928, she married Joseph Boudro, who died in 1967. She had worked for the Randolph Furniture Co. and Van Raalte, both in Randolph. Later she was a caregiver in Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire and Connecticut. She was a member of Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Catholic Church in Randolph. Survivors include a son, Donald; three daughters, Madeleine Wheeler, Loraine Boudro and Thelma Tibbets; a stepson, Leo Boudro; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Andrews, Ruth G., 97, formerly of Plainfield, died July 18. Born in 1899, she was the daughter of Ward and Maude (Winchenbach) Grafton. She graduated from Thomaston schools and secretarial school in Rockland, Maine. In 1922, she married Edward Andrews, who died in 1967. They had moved to Plainfield in 1923, where she was a member of Grace Methodist Church. After her husband's death, she moved to Maine to be near her family. Survivors include two sons, Edward and Paul; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter. 

Sturgeon, Loella M., 81, of Berlin, died July 24. Born in 1916 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of John and Julia (Williams) Beard. She attended Brookfield schools and was a member of the Brookfield Congregational Church. Survivors include three sisters, Alyce Patterson, Ruth Mengel and Esther Walker; a brother, Julian Beard; many nieces and nephews.

Stevenson, Hazel May, 89, of Calais, died June 9. Born in 1908 in Salt Lake City, UT, she was the daughter of Henry and Millie (Love) Stutz. Her childhood was spent in Utah, Idaho and California. She had lived in Wasco, CA and worked as a legal secretary, moving to Calais in the 1960s. She was deputy court administrator and deputy clerk of the Supreme Court, until retirement. Survivors include her daughters, Lissa Stevenson and Karen Sceales; her sons, N. Edward Stevenson and Allen Stevenson; 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. 

Templeton, Neal G., 71, formerly of Northfield, died July 31. Born in 1925 in Northfield, he was the son of Neal and Alice (McKinstry) Templeton. He attended schools in Northfield and in Springfield, MA, where he graduated from high school. He later attended the Naval V12 School at Tufts University in Boston, Naval Officers School at Northwestern University of Chicago and Advance Line Officers School in Miami, FL. He served with the Navy during WWII. In 1947, he married Arlene Livendale. He was vice president at First Vermont Bank and Trust Co. in Brattleboro, where he had lived since 1955. He retired in 1982. He was a member of the Centre Congregational Church in Brattleboro. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Susan Templeton and Nancy Lynn; a sister; four grandchildren; one great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Colbeth, Ira E., 67, of East Hardwick, died July 31. Born in 1930 in Cabot, he was the son of Edson and Florando (Smith) Colbeth. He had lived in East Hardwick with Martha Keough and her husband, Rodney. He worked for Pelletier Lumber, Mastercraft in Greensboro bend, Pratt and Read in Morrisville and Whiskers Restaurant in Stowe. He retired in 1990. He had been married to Betty Lebarron. Survivors include two sons, Robert and Bruce; two daughters, Mary and Rose; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Martineau, Flora M., 64, of Barre Town, died Aug. 1. Born in 1933 in Barre, she was the daughter of Richard and Anna (Blais) Messier. She attended school in West Topsham and graduated from Spaulding High School. She was employed at National Life Insurance Co. before moving to Connecticut, where she worked as a nurse's aide. She moved back to Barre and married Raoul Martineau. They owned and operated a farm. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, Mark; three daughters, Rita Martineau, Marielle McKay and Diane Clough; a sister; a granddaughter. 

Greenough, Esther, 92, of Northfield, died July 30. Born in in 1905 in Chicago, Ill., she was the daughter of Garfield and Alice (Jacobson) Fellman. She was educated in Clinton, Iowa and graduated as a registered nurse from St. Luke's Hospital School of Nursing in Iowa City. She married Col. Robert Greenough, they moved to Northfield in 1949. Her husband died in 1962. She had been employed at the Green Mountain Clinic in Northfield. Survivors include a son, Kent; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Bashaw, Henry V., 65, of Marshfield, died July 31. Born in 1932 in Marshfield, he was the son of Henry and Madine (Shaw) Bashaw. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was employed in the telephone industry, retiring from GT&E. He had been a member and chief of the Cabot Fire Department and co-founder of the Cabot Ambulance Squad and former member of the Cabot Board of Selectmen. Survivors include his wife, Louise Nunn Duke Bashaw; his former wife, Eunice Bashaw; a daughter, Wendy Barnett; a son, Michael; a step-daughter, Darlene Rouleau; two stepsons, Ronald and Stephen Duke; a brother; two grandchildren; four step-grandchildren. 

Micheli, Giulia, 90, of Barre, died July 26. Born in 1907 in Spezia, Italy, she was the daughter of Pietro and Caroline (Ianni) Serafini. In 1928, she married Amerigo Micheli, who died in 1949. She was a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Gloria Moore; a grandson; a great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews. 

Eldredge, James E., 73, of Waterbury, died July 28. Born in 1923 in Montpelier, he was the son of Edward and Mildred (Breen) Eldredge. He graduated from Waterbury High School and attended Wentworth Institute in Boston. He served with the Vermont State Guard during WWII. In 1945, he married Barbara Baird. He owned and operated the Eldredge Co. Bobbin Millin Waterbury and later became a manufacturer of Weatherwood and pre-stained siding. He was a member of Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Jane Grace and Pamela Chevalier; a son Edward; two granddaughters; two grandsons; three great-granddaughters; two cousins. 

Granger, Mildred C., 87, of Waterbury, died July 26. Born in 1910 in Concord, she was the daughter of Albert and Ada (Boutwell) Currier. In 1942, she married Carl M. Granger, who died in 1987. Survivors include a daughter, Joyce Marshall; two sons, Carl and Richard; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Davidson, Muriel, 79, of South Ryegate, died Aug. 8. Born in 1918 in South Ryegate, she was the daughter of John and Annie (Stephen) MacKinnon. She graduated from Woodsville High School. She was the co-owner with her husband, Clyde R. Davidson who died in 1994, of the C.R. Davidson Granite Co. in South Ryegate. She was a member of the South Ryegate Presbyterian Church and the Lake Wales Presbyterian Church. Survivors include one sister, Madine MacKinnon; two step-daughters, Mrs. Louise Doe and Mrs. Priscilla Mason; three step-sons, John, Robert and Paul Davidson; several step-grandchildren. 

Donahue, Roger F., 36, of Sharon, died Aug. 5. Born in 1960 in Hanover, N.H., he was the son of Harold and Sarah (Gibson) Donahue. He attended Sharon Graded School and graduated from South Royalton High School. He was employed at Split Ballbearing in Lebanon, N.H. and later became a self-employed carpenter working in the central Vermont area. Since 1989, he worked for Trumbull Nelson Construction Co. Inc., in Hanover and had his own woodworking ship. In 1993, he married Sandra Cahoon. He was assistant chief of the Sharon Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; his mother; three step-daughters, Patricia Cahoon, Jessica Carregal and Ann Sargent; two brothers; three sisters; three step-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Howe, Robert K., 65, of Montpelier, died Aug. 4. He was the son of Luman and Dorothy (Hallett) Howe and attended Montpelier schools, graduating from Kimball Union Academy in Meredith, N.H. and from Colby College in Maine. He was employed as a banker in New York City, retiring in 1989. Survivors include his sisters, Priscilla Triebs and Carol Schlank; five nieces and four nephews. 

Robinson, Vaile G., 62, of Calais, died Aug. 9. Born in 1935 in Montpelier, he was the son of Gregory and Glee (Nelson) Robinson. He graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the Navy. In 1959, he married Rena Chainey. He was employed by Walker Motors and later with New England Life Insurance Co., New York Life Insurance Co. and with Midland Life Insurance Co. He recently became semi-retired. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Kim Robinson, Kathy Rubalcaba, Kelly Robinson and Karlyn Robinson; two sons, Timothy and Thomas; 11 grandchildren; a brother; a niece and nephew; many cousins. 

Bartlett, Clarence J., 63, of Randolph, died Aug. 4. Born in Barre in 1934, he was the son of Clarence and Robena (Shortt) Bartlett. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He had served with the Army. He was a self-employed carpenter, handyman and a farmer. Survivors include four sisters, Christine Bigelow, Nancy Wellman, Brenda Harvey and Linda Larivee; a brother, Conrad Bartlett; many nieces and nephews. 

Ainsworth, Harriette, 85, of South Woodbury, died Aug. 1. Born in 1912 in Evanston, ILL., she was the daughter of Joel Dubois Hunter and Beatrice Wigmore Hunter. She graduated from Bryn Mawr College and Northwestern University Medical School and practiced pediatric medicine in Massachusetts during the 1940s. In 1943, she married Paul Kuntz. In 1969, she married Gerald Ainsworth, they farmed in South Woodbury until his death in 1986. Survivors include four children, Sarah Dilworth, Joel Kuntz, Timothy Kuntz and Susan Sawyer; six grandchildren; one brother. 

Haupt, Geneva A., 79, of Randolph, died Aug. 3. Born in 1918 in Landaff, N.H., she was the daughter of Harry and Agnes (Townsend) Morse. She received her early education in Barnard and Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. In 1937, she married Walter Haupt, who died in 1994. She had worked as a nurse's aide at the Eastern Star Home (now the Joselyn House) in Randolph and part-time for several other Randolph businesses. She was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Waldo and Cathryn Fitzgerald; three grandsons; many nieces and nephews. 

Gilbert, Christina Darling, 87, formerly of Barre and Williamstown, died Aug. 3. Born in 1909 in McIndoe Falls, she was the daughter of William and Evalona (Scott) Darling. She attended McIndoes Academy, graduated from Woodsville (N.H.) High School and received her teaching degree from Plymouth Normal School. In 1932, she married Alan Gilbert, who died in 1970. She taught in the West Barnet school system and the New Boston (N.H.) school system. She also substituted in the Barre school system and later worked at the former Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and Sprague Electric Co. She attended the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a son, Alan Jr.; a daughter, Elaine Gilbert Bennett; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. 

Olich, Nora E., 72, of Montpelier, died Aug. 2. Born in 1925 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Clarence and Edith (Damon) Straw. She received her early education in Waitsfield and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1944, she married Harvey Olich. She was Washington County Probate Judge for 33 years. Survivors include her husband; a son, Gary; two grandsons; a sister; four brothers. 

Dow, Bernol S., 71, formerly of Waterbury, died Aug. 3. Born in 1926 in Waterbury, he was the son of Leslie and Marion (Kennedy) Dow. He graduated from Waterbury High School. In 1948, he married Dorothy Richards. He was a laboratory technician at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., retiring in 1982. He was a member of the Waterbury Center Community Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Gary; a daughter, Elaine Beck; two brothers; two sisters; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Azur, Nellie B., 91, of Montpelier, died Aug. 6. Born in 1905 in Wadi Qannoubine, Lebanon, she was the daughter of Gabriel and Anna (Goleb) Handy. She came to this country in 1920. In 1924, she married Thomas Azur, who died in 1937. She was a communicant of St. Augustine Church. She was employed at Cross Bakery and at the Main Street School lunch program, retiring at age 74. Survivors include three daughters, Nancy (Mrs. Gerald) Willey, Patricia Azur and Ann-Marie Azur; a son, Thomas; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchildren; one sister; two brothers; many nieces and nephews. 

Carlisle, Linda L., 53, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 9. Born in 1944 in Springfield, she spent her early years in Barre and later graduated from Vergennes High School. She had been employed as a store clerk in Barre. Survivors include her daughter, Debbie Stillwell; her son, Lyle Newell; a sister; four brothers; two grandchildren. 

Burnham, Grace E., 74, of Berlin, died Aug. 3. Born in 1923 in Fayston, she was the daughter of James and Urie (Pratt) McCullough. She married Horace Burnham in 1939. She attended the United Church of Marshfield and had been a resident of Marshfield. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Welston and Meldon; a sister; a grandson; a great-grandson and a great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews.

Dunleavy, Claire B., 86, of Barre, died Aug. 14. Born in 1910 in Barre, she was the daughter of James and Annie (Sullivan) Bennett. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She was secretary to the president of Rock of Ages Corp. from 1927 to 1938. In 1937, she married Dr. Thomas Dunleavy, who died in 1990. She belonged to St. Monica Church and was a volunteer at the Central Vermont Hospital Gift Shop. Survivors include four daughters, Ann Dunleavy Gannon, Martha Pellegrini, Catherine LeClerc and Mary Jo Dunleavy; 10 grandchildren; three nephews and two nieces. 

Gregoire, Donald L., 66, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 9. Born in 1931 in Barre, he was the son of Ernest and Leona (Bisson) Gregoire. He graduated from St. Michael's High School and served with the Air Force during the Korean War. In 1957, he married Beebe Callahan. He was employed as maintenance and property manager at the Racquet's Edge in Essex Jct. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Marianne Nealy, Laurie Gilbert and Barbara Gregoire; a son, James; four grandchildren; a brother; two sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Giudici, Marie F., 65, of Barre Town, died Aug. 14. Born in 1932 in Barre, she was the daughter of Richard and Helen (Archambault) Fernandez. She attended Barre City schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1949, she married Frank Giudici. She was a volunteer at the Central Vermont Hospital Gift Shop and a former Brownie Scout leader and Cub Scout den mother. Survivors include her husband; one son, Frank; two daughters, Brenda Plungis and Gina Giudici-Oakes; four grandchildren; an aunt. 

Richotte, Dorothy J., 72, of Hardwick, died Aug. 12. Born in 1924 in Newark, N.J., she was the daughter of Edward and Lottie (Barry) Theurich. She graduated from Milford (PA) High School. In 1944, she married Raymond Richotte. She had been employed at Royal Typewriter Co. and later at Travelers Insurance Co., both in Hartford, CT, retiring in 1988. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Nancy Ann Martyn; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Grandbois, Marie B., 89, of Barre, died Aug. 12. Born in 1907 in Stoke Center, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Arthur and Roseanna (Marcoux) Gingras. She attended schools in Canada. In 1925, she married Albert F. Grandbois, who died in 1984. They had moved to Barre in 1955. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two daughters, Yolande Valliere Gould and Riette Laperle; three sons, Laurent, Guy and Andre; 22 grandchildren; several great; a great-great-grandchild; a half-brother; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Pierce, Henrietta F., 92, of Montpelier, died Aug. 14. Born in 1905 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Frank Doying and May (Inez) Doying. She graduated from Waterbury High School. In 1928, she married Robert Pierce, who died in 1979. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Donald and William; a daughter, May Chapin; a brother; 19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren. 

Little, Margaret E., 78, of Williamstown, died Aug. 12. Born in 1918 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Charles and Ethel (DeFreest) Riddel. She graduated from Williamstown High School and from the University of Vermont with a degree in elementary education. She was a teacher in South Royalton. In 1942, she married C. Fabian Little, who died in 1995. She had also worked for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Co. and at Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant. She and her husband also owned and operated a farm in Williamstown. Survivors include a sister, Harriette Wilson; a brother, Carl Riddell; nieces and nephews. 

Sweet, Leon W., 67, formerly of Waterbury, died Aug. 9. Born in 1939 in Bennington, he was the son of Leon and Agnes (Monat) Sweet Sr. He retired from the Air Force after serving as first sergeant of the Civil Engineering Squadron of Eielson Air Force Base. He also was a camp director of the Young Adult Conservation Corps and later was safety officer and employee development specialist, retiring in 1981. Survivors include his wife, Drenna Sweet; a son, Mark Sweet; a daughter, Alyson; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Mason, Catherine H., 64, of Waterbury, died Aug. 10. Born in 1932 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of George and Hazel (Foss) Howland. She graduated from Waterbury High School and attended Bay Path College in Mass. In 1952, she married Charles Mason. She was employed as a secretary by the state of Vermont and helped her husband in the operation of the family business, Mason Insurance and Real Estate Co. in Waterbury. She was a member of St. Andrew's Church. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Michael, David and Steve; a daughter, Lynn Mason; 11 grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; her step-mother Alice Howland; three brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Dolan, Carlton J., 75, of Plainfield, died Aug. 9. Born in 1922 in Brookfield, he was the son of Charles and Luna (Annis) Dolan. He graduated from Northfield High School and served with the Marines during WWII. In 1949, he married Albertine Rich. He retired in 1987 from Green Mountain Power Corp. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Jeffrey and James; two sisters; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Denison, Arthur R., 45, formerly of Randolph, died Aug. 11. Born in 1952 in Randolph, he was the son of Wendell and Emma (Green) Denison Sr. He attended schools in Chelsea and Windsor. He had worked on his parents' farm, a farm in Windsor and for Bartlett Tree Service. He also drove an oil truck, worked as a mechanic, at Stratton Mountain Ski and Summer Resort, at East Hill Manufacturing Co. and most recently at Ascutney Mountain Resort in Brownsville. Survivors include his mother; two brothers, Wayne and Wendell Jr.; a sister, Cindy Coburn; an adopted brother, Donald Tallman; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Nichols, Muriel S., 85, of Hardwick, died Aug. 11. Born in 1911 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Elwin Hersey and Laura (Dix) Slayton. She attended public schools in Danville and Barre and graduated from Hardwick Academy. She also attended Johnson Normal School and later graduated from Gadue's School of Cosmetology in Burlington. She owned and operated Muriel Beauty Shop in St. Johnsbury and Hardwick for more than 65 years. She was a member of the North Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury. Survivors include a daughter, Joanna Ryan; a sister; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Berry, Elisabeth M., 86, of Randolph, died Aug. 10. Born in 1911 in Cambridge, she was the daughter of Arthur and Louelle (Harvey) Mandigo. She was educated in Johnson, Island Pond, Sheldon, St. Albans and graduated from Randolph High School. She also graduated from the University of Vermont Medical School, did her internship and residency at Ellis Hospital in N.Y. and moved to South Royalton, where she purchased the practice of Dr. Harwood. She later opened a private practice in Randolph, retiring in 1985. She was a member of the United Church of Randolph and the United Church of Christ in Hanover, N.H. In 1942, she married Rev. Kenneth Berry, who died in 1987. Survivors include a brother, Melvin Mandigo; cousins. 

Bigelow, Corene B., 70, of Williamstown, died Aug. 9. Born in 1926 in Whitinsville, Mass., she was the daughter of Milford and Lillian (Rogers) Bigelow. She attended schools in Massachusetts. She had been employed by the Draper Corporation in Mass. and by the Home Health Agency in that area. In 1984, she moved to Northfield and later to Williamstown. She worked for Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, retiring earlier this year. Survivors include her daughter, Lillian Brintnall; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; two brothers; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Wilson, Theron E., 83, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 9. Born in 1914 in Barre, he was the son of Roy and Maude (Joy) Wilson. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He had been employed by Jackson Dairy as a delivery man and also worked for Taft Construction Co. In 1936, he married Evelyn Lavigne, they later divorced. In 1960, he married Leona Baldwin, who died in 1995. He was affiliated with the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Janice Jones; two step-daughters, Gloria Kinney and Beverly Burbank; a stepson, Robert Willey; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild; many step-grandchildren. 

Edson, June, 82, of Montpelier, died Aug. 9. Born in 1914 in New York City, she was the daughter of Jessie Clay (Shannon) and Harold Bready Weaver. She was self-educated and operated the Bennington College Nursery and Kindergarten. She also taught at Goddard College, retiring in 1980. She had been married to Don Romero and later married Gregory Edson. Survivors include two daughters, Donna Romero and Anneke Edson; two grandchildren. 

Fisher, Rosena F., 73, formerly of Northfield, died Aug. 10. Born in 1924 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Anthony and Olive (Leonard) Barbera. She graduated from Waterbury High School and attended nurses training at Barre City Hospital. In 1960, she married David Fisher. She was a licensed practical nurse at the Vermont State Hospital and also worked at Heaton Hospital, DeGoesbriand Rehab Ctr. and Berlin Health and Rehab. Ctr. Most recently, she worked at the Joyal School in Waterbury in vocational rehabilitation. She retired in 1989. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Penny Burnell, Pam Desaults and June Bailey; a son, Michael Russell and several grandchildren. 

Carlisle, Linda L., 53, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 9. Born in 1944 in Springfield, she spent her early years in Barre and later graduated from Vergennes High School. She had been employed as a store clerk in Barre and was actively involved with the church. Survivors include her daughter, Debbie Stillwell; her son, Lyle Newell; a sister; four brothers; two grandchildren. 

Thresher, Doris M., 88, of Montpelier, died Aug. 10. Born in 1908 in Woodbury, she was the daughter of Grant and Cynthia (Cilley) Fair. She graduated from Montpelier Seminary in the teacher training program and taught elementary school in Worcester. Her husband, Harold Thresher, died in 1980. She was a member of Roxbury Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Marjory (Mrs. Terry) Hosking; two grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Jackson, Louisa R., 97, formerly of Montpelier, died Aug. 9. Born in 1899 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of William and Catherine (Buchanan) Hoare. She graduated from Montpelier High School and in 1926, married Archie Jackson, who died in 1970. She was a member of St. Paul Church (Episcopal) in Burlington. Survivors include four daughters, Crystal Gillespie, Joyce Walworth, Catherine Scribner and Mary Atkins; 12 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; four sisters; a brother; many nieces and nephews. 

Robinson, Vaile G., 62, of Calais, died Aug. 9. Born in 1935 in Montpelier, he was the son of Gregory and Glee (Nelson) Robinson. He graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the Navy. In 1959, he married Rena Chainey. He was employed by Walker Motors and later with New England Life Insurance Co., New York Life Insurance Co. and Midland Life Insurance Co. He recently became semi-retired. He was a born again Christian. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Kim Robinson, Kathy Rubalcaba, Kelly Robinson and Karlyn Robinson; two sons, Timothy and Thomas; 11 grandchildren; a brother; a nieces and a nephew; many cousins.

Martineau, Germaine P., 89, of Barre, died Aug. 16. Born in 1908 in St. Malo, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Joseph and Marie Elizabeth (Hebert) Perras. In 1928, she married Egide Martineau and in 1931, became an United States citizen. She was a cook at the Hilltop Restaurant and for Gus' Restaurant. She was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include three children, Elphege Martineau, Monda Thresher and Leo Martineau; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Her husband is deceased. 

Jacobs, Thelma E., 76, of Randolph, died Aug. 18. Born in 1921 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of Fred and Dora (Churchill) Morse. She was educated in Duxbury and Waterbury and at Montpelier Seminary. In 1944, she married Roy Jacob, who died in 1962. She was employed by the Van Raalte Corp. in Randolph and retired from the Waterbury Company. She was also an assistant teacher at the Justin Morgan Christian School. Survivors include a son, Donald; a daughter, Raylene Jacobs; a brother; two sisters; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. 

Kingsbury, Clayton J., 76, formerly of Plainfield/Waitsfield, died Aug. 11. Born in 1921 in Plainfield, he was the son of George and Hattie (Martin) Kingsbury. He graduated from Waitsfield High School and Randolph Agricultural School. He was a staff sergeant during WWII. He was a postmaster in Waitsfield for 20 years, retiring to Kissimmee, FL in 1977. He was a member of the Federated Church in Waitsfield. Survivors include his wife, Anamarie "Billie" Kingsbury; four daughters, Nancy Kingsbury, Sherry Clifford, Sylvia Chapman and Judith Corey; one son, David; three brothers; 11 grandchildren; nieces and nephews. His first wife, Carolyn (Joslyn) Kingsbury, predeceased him. 

Martin, Katherine J., 70, formerly of Cabot, died Aug. 17. Born in 1927 in Cabot, she was the daughter of William and Anna (Akerstrom) Martin. She was associated with the Marshall Center, now Lake Champlain Community Services in St. Albans. Survivors include two sisters, Beverly Chapman and Virginia McDougal; two brothers, Weston Martin and William Martin; several nieces and nephews. 

Newhall, Nella, 97, formerly of East Montpelier, died Aug. 16. Born in 1900 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Olin and Susie (Davis) Tillotson. She graduated from Montpelier Seminary and taught school in Middlesex and Shady Rill. In 1926, she married Chester Newhall. She was a homemaker and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Burlington. Survivors include a son, David; three daughters, Susan McCroubie, Donna Larrow and Ann Newhall; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. 

Swenor, Anita B., 72, formerly of Washington, died Aug. 16. Born in 1925, she was the daughter of Edgar and Hazel (Sherman) Denison. she attended schools in Washington and Tunbridge and Thetford Academy. In 1954, she married Henry Swenor. She aided her husband in the operation of a dairy farm, known as Swenor Brothers Farm. Mr. Swenor died in 1992. 

Karnedy, John G., 90, of Barre, died Aug. 19. Born in 1907 in Barre, he was the son of George and Maria (Maniatty) Karkanedes. He graduated from Rindge Technical High School in Cambridge, Mass. and attended the University of Massachusetts. In 1930, he married Evon Morrison. He was manager of the Barre Grand Union store and later district manager of 21 Grand Union stores in Vermont and New York. In 1943, he began working for National Life Insurance Co. of Vermont and rejoined the company after serving in the Army during WWII. He retired in 1972. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; a son, George Kennedy; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Kimmerly, Mildred, 81, of Northfield, died Aug. 18. Born in 1915 in Manhasset, N.Y., she was the daughter of William and Ada (Hutchings) Thorp. In 1950, she married Jack Kimmerly. She had been a salesperson at Lord and Taylor in New York, moving to Northfield in the 1970s. Her husband died in 1993. Survivors include a sister, Charlotte Osgood; nieces and nephews. 

Donahue, Sarah G., 75, of Sharon, died Aug. 19. Born in 1921 in Sharon, she was the daughter of John and Mary (Noyes) Gibson. She attended Sharon Elementary School, graduated from South Royalton High School and the University of Vermont and Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital School of Laboratory Technology. She was a laboratory technologist at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover. She was later employed as a waitress at Brooksie's Restaurant in Sharon. In 1945, she married Harold Donahue, who died in 1987. She was a member of Sharon Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, Earl and Robert; three daughters, Mary Donahue, Linda Rikert and Patricia Donahue; seven grandchildren; a great-grandson; and an aunt. 

LaPan, James E., 63, of Cabot, died Aug. 18. Born in 1933 in Calais, he was the son of Nelson and Marion (Shatney) LaPan. He spent most of his life in the Cabot and Marshfield area, where he was a self-employed logger. Survivors include two sons, Alan and Harry; two daughters, Sally LaPan and Nancy LaPan; several brothers and sisters; nine grandchildren. 

Cary, Sally C., 84, of Barre Town, died Aug. 18. Born in 1913 in Fairfield, Conn., she was the daughter of George and Lena (Campbell) Cornwall. She graduated from Roger Ludlow High School and from Russell Sage College. She was employed in the General Accounting Office in Washington D.C. and at Roger Ludlow High School. In 1939, she married Richard Cary. She worked in the medical offices of doctors John Woodruff and Frank Woodruff and Dr. George Lucchina. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, David; a daughter, Susan (Mrs. George) Beers; a granddaughter; a brother; two nieces. 

Russell, Dorothy O., 85, of Montpelier, died Aug. 19. Born in 1912 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of Arthur and Ella Merwede. She graduated from Bogota (N.J.) High School. In 1936, she married William E. Russell, who died in 1987. She worked at the Children's Store and was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include a daughter, Eileen Gidney; two sons, Edward and William; four grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Tubbs, Frederick B., III, 44, formerly of East Montpelier, died Aug. 20. Born in 1953 in Gainesvile, FL, he was the son of Frederick B. and Margaret (Ross) Tubbs. He attended Oneonta (N.Y.) High School, graduated from Bethlehem Central High School in NY. and from Earlham College in Indiana. He taught school at U-32 H.S. and was a physics lab instructor at Norwich University. He moved to Hartland in 1992 and was most recently employed by Creare Inc. of Hanover as a scientific research technician. He belonged to the First Congregational Church in Hartland. Survivors include his parents; a daughter, Erin Decker; a brother; two sisters; a former companion, Kathleen Decker; nieces and nephews. 

Nolte, Eve-Angeline R., infant daughter of James Stuart Nolte and Penelope Rice Nolte, died at birth on Aug. 21. Grandparents are Nancy and F. Stuart Nolte of CO and Faye and Arthur B. Rice of N.Y. 

Barnett, William B., 81, of Williamstown, died Aug. 21. Born in 1916 in Walden, he was the son of William and Julia (Paine) Barnett. He is survived by relatives in the Cabot area. 

McCullough, Etvi E., 88, of Royalton, died Aug. 21. Born in 1909 in Enfield, N.H., she was the daughter of August and Mary (Knuttunen) Haikara. She attended schools in Bethel and graduated from Whitcomb High School. In 1927, she married James McCullough, who died in 1988. They had farmed in Bethel and Royalton before establishing McCullough's Quick-Stop in Randolph. She was a member of Miller Memorial United Methodist Church in Bethel. Survivors include four sons, James, Willo, Frank and David; three daughters, Mary Vance, Sophia Taylor and Judith Sanders; two brothers; a sister; 29 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Bernasconi, Yole M., 82, of Montpelier, died Aug. 21. Born in 1915 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Peter and Enrica (Butti) Bernasconi. She graduated from Montpelier High School and was a secretary at the Montpelier-Wells River Railroad and at the St. Johnsbury and Lamoille Railroad. She was a member of St. Augustine church. Survivors include her twin sister, Liana Bernasconi; three cousins. 

Jones, Sandra J., 54, of Berlin, died Aug. 20. Born in 1943 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of Meridan and Mildred (Farnsworth) Grandfield. She attended schools in Moretown. In 1961, she married Elwin Jones. She helped her husband in the excavating business in Waitsfield and was also employed in the cafeteria at Harwood Union High School. They moved to Berlin in 1988. She worked at National Life Insurance Co., for Rowan Court Health and Rehab. Center and more recently was employed in customer services at Ames Department Store. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Karen Mann; a son, Rodney; two grandchildren; four brothers; four sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

LaFountain, Forrest P., 76, of Worcester, died Aug. 17. Born in 1921 in Barre, he was the son of Edward and Elizabeth (Oueor) LaFountain. He attended Barre schools and served in the Army during WWII. IN 1942, he married Lena LaVigne, who died in 1992. He worked in the granite industry and most recently was employed at Chioldi Granite co., retiring in 1982. Survivors include a daughter, Diana Frantz; two grandsons; three great-granddaughters; four brothers; four sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Corey, Esther M., 91, of Barre, died Aug. 15. Born in 1906 in Champaign, Ill., she was the daughter of George and Louise Schneucke. She attended school in Champaign and Greenville, ILL. and worked as beautician there. In 1931, she married Deep Corey. She spent her life as a homemaker, parent and grandparent and was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; five sons, George, Gardner, Geoffrey, Edward and Gary; two daughters, Helen Gross and Patricia Sellitto; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Andrus, Alton E., 82, of Wolcott, died Aug. 16. Born in 1915 in Wolcott, he was the son of Ernest and Gertrude (Allen) Andrus. He was educated in Wolcott public schools and later employed by Prunier Motors of Morrisville, retiring in 1980. In 1940, he married Mario Noreen Bohanon, who died in 1995. He was affiliated with the Advent Christian Church in Morrisville. Survivors include a son, Everett; two daughters, Lynda Sweetser and JoAnn Tallman; a brother; a sister; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Smith, Elizabeth C., 81, of Randolph, died Aug. 16. Born in 1916 in Utica, N.Y., she was the daughter of Richard and Louisa (Harris) Mehring. She graduated from Van Hornsville (N.Y.) High School. In 1937, she married Earl Smith, who died July 9, of this year. She was employed by Kwik Kut Manufacturing Co. in N.Y., retiring in 1976. Survivors include two sons, Richard and David; two daughters, Barbara Brown Mead and Edith Vorce Palmer; a brother; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. 

Arnaiz, Charles V., 74, of Williamstown, died Aug. 15. Born in 1923 in Williamstown, he was the son of Juan and Amparo (Canales) Arnaiz. He received his early education in Williamstown schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was an Army medic during WWII and after discharge, was a lumper and crane operator in the granite industry, first employed by Rock of Ages Corp., then at South Barre Granite and later at Cook, Watkins & Patch Co., retiring in 1984. He belonged to the Williamstown Federated Church. Survivors include a daughter, Lori Arnaiz Carbonell; a grandchild; four sisters; nieces and nephews.

Hurley, Elizabeth U., 87, of Northfield, died Aug. 24. Born in 1910 in Mount Lebanon, Nazareth, she was the daughter of Blous and Yansonia (Sarkis) Union. The family immigrated to Ellis Island and later moved to Montpelier and then Northfield. She graduated from Northfield High School. In 1944, she married Paul Donahue Hurley, who died in 1964. The Hurleys had farmed in Plainfield and later operated a trucking business. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Cornelia Tucker, Paulina Bean and Mary Higgins; a brother; a sister; seven grandchildren; a great-grandson; two nieces. 

Brown, Edgar V., 77, of North Wolcott, died Aug. 23. Born in 1920 in Cabot, he was the son of Claude and Lila (Lawson) Brown. He served in the Navy during WWII and married Elsie Butler in 1942. He was a logger and worked with the maintenance crew of the Mount Mansfield Corp., retiring in 1982. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Ronald and Larry; two daughters, Barbara Reed and Janet Boomhower; a brother; a sister; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. 

Sweetser, Roger, 78, of Sharon, died Aug. 22. Born in 1919 in Readfield, Maine, he was the son of Howard and Lora (Hutchins) Sweetser. He graduated from high school in Malden, Mass. In 1940, he married Marion Walker. He was an electrical engineer at Raytheon Manufacturing in Mass. He retired in 1981 and moved to Sharon and became a member of Sharon Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Donald and Kenneth; five daughters, Jean Clark, Judi Kehoe, Pamela Middleton, Marjorie Thomas and Loraine Kelley; a brother; a sister; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and a cousin. 

Lewis, Ella S., 97, of Bethel, died Aug. 23. Born in Hallsquarry, Maine, she was the daughter of George and Isabella (Hartwell) Sturk. She graduated from Whitcomb High School in Bethel. In 1921, she married Maurice Wyllie, who died in 1935. In 1938, she married Frank Lewis, who died in 1951. She worked at Van Raalte Co. in Randolph and at Fyles and Rice Plywood Co. in Bethel. She was a member of the United Church in Bethel. Survivors include a daughter, Joyce Wyllie; a son, George; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; a nephew and grandnephews. 

Holcomb, Annie R., 74, of Barre, died Aug. 23. Born in 1922 in Errol, N.H., she was the daughter of Willard and Benjamin Hall and Annie Ludelle (Heath) Hall. She attended West Topsham School and graduated from Goddard Seminary in Barre. She was married to Irving Moulton. In 1955, she married Howard Holcomb. She operated the West Topsham Inn before returning to Barre. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Barre. Survivors include a son, Charles Holcomb; a stepdaughter, Betty Ann Rodriquez; two stepsons, Irving Howard Moulton Jr. and Warren Bruce Moulton; 10 grandchildren; two brothers; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Pilette, Evelyn B., 89, of Barre, died Aug. 24. Born in 1908 in Ste. Ephrem, Quebec, she was the daughter of Olivier and Roseanna (Duval) Fluet. She attended schools in Canada and was later employed as a teacher and a secretary. In 1934, she married Louis Pilette, who died in 1992. She was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include three daughters, Estelle Tanguay, Claire Thibodeau and Laurette Cade; three sons, Wilfred, Ronald and Marcel; 18 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Sicely, Darell J., Jr., 20, died Aug. 22. Born in 1977 in Berlin, he was the son of Darell Sicely Sr. and Brenda J. Searles. He lived with his step-grandmother, Loretta Poulin of Waterbury. He graduated from Harwood Union High School and had worked at Harrington Hams in Richmond, at Rhino Foods of Burlington and at Mad River Glen Ski Area in Fayston. He was recently employed at Ben & Jerry's in Waterbury. Survivors include his father; a daughter, Brenda Sicely; a son, Dylan; four sisters; four brothers; two step-brothers; his step-mother; his grandparents; a great-grandfather; his step-grandmother; step-great-grandmother; nieces and nephews. 

Anthony, Janet, 58, of Worcester, died Aug. 24. Born in 1939 in England, she was the daughter of Harry and Marie (Newton) Anthony. He moved to the United States in 1963 and worked as a librarian at Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, MD. she earned a medical degree from the University of Maryland and served a residency in family practice at York Hospital in PA. She moved to Vermont in 1977 and was employed as an emergency and primary care physician at the Central Vermont Medical Center. Survivors include a brother, Robert Anthony; her life partner, Elizabeth Turner; a niece and two nephews. 

Scott, Hazel M., 92, of Hardwick, died Aug. 24. Born in 1905 in Somerville, MA, she was the daughter of Harry and Valma (Abbott) Wilmarth. She moved to Hardwick when she was 15 years old. She was employed at West's Department Store and owned and operated Jerry's Diner in Hardwick. She was also employed at Howard Johnson's in Berlin. Survivors include five sons, Frank, Ormel, Kenneth, James and Bruce; two daughters, Esther Fontaine and Freda Morrison; 46 grandchildren; 87 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren. 

Stefanazzi, Elsie E., 87, of Barre, died Aug. 25. Born in 1910 in Groton, she was the daughter of John and Flora (Cassidy) Nutter. She attended schools in Groton and Piermont, N.H. In 1934, she married Eugene Stefanazzi, who died in 1978. She was a hairdresser and a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Paul; a daughter, Lynda (Mrs. Christopher) Wagner; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Farnham, Beverly J., 61, formerly of Northfield, died Aug. 24. Born in 1935 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Roland Jarvis and Josephine (Johnson) Jarvis. She was a member of the Assembly of God in Glen Alpine, N.C., where she recently resided. Survivors include her husband, Geary Kenneth Farnham; two sons, Lorne and Bradford; one brother; three sisters; two grandchildren. 

Seivwright, Harry R., 77, of Montpelier, died Aug. 26. Born in Montpelier, he was the son of George Seivwright and Isabella Reid. He graduated from Montpelier High School and attended the University of Vermont. He served in the Vermont National Guard. He worked at National Life Insurance Co., retiring in 1979 as vice president of administration. In 1947, he married Patricia Donahue. He was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife; one son, George; a brother; one niece and two nephews. 

O'Brien, Madeline M., 95, of Montpelier, died Dec. 1. Born in 1901 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Serafino and Rose (Pianfetti) Massucco. She graduated from Montpelier High School and from Smith College. In 1930, she married William O'Brien. She was an executive secretary at Vermont Mutual Insurance Co., retiring in 1975. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include a son, W. Michael; two daughters, Patricia Swanson and Rosemary Bennett; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. 

Stillings, Morton K., 86, of Montpelier, died Aug. 25. Born in 1911 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, he was the son of George and Edith (Snow) Stillings. He attended private and public schools in the eastern United States and graduated from Rutland Business College. In 1938, he married Evelyn Pitts, who died in 1991. He served with the Army Air Corps during WWII. He worked for the state of Vermont in the Department of Taxes, the secretary of state's office and in the Fish and Wildlife Department, retiring in 1978. He was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, Steven; three grandchildren; his companion, Sylvia Willoughby. 

Smith, Rev. John C., Jr., 94, of Greensboro, died Aug. 26. Born in 1902 in Buffalo, N.Y., he was the son of John and Albertina (Harris) Smith. He graduated from Colgate University and Union Theological Seminary. He served parishes in St. Johnsbury and Hardwick before beginning a career in interdenominational relations. He retired in 1969. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth; two sons, Norman and Neil; a daughter, Naomi; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Harlan, John D., 75, of Bethel, died Aug. 27. Born in 1922 in Butler, PA, he was the son of Harold and Mary (DeNormandie) Harlan. He graduated from New Castle (PA) High School, attended Pennsylvania State University and received a master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He served in the Army during WWII and in 1946, married Nancy Rorabaugh. He was an engineer with Eastern Airlines in Miami, FL, retiring in 1984. He moved to Bethel in 1990. He was a member of the United Church in Randolph. Survivors include his wife; two sons, John Jr. and Merrill; a brother; a sister; two grandchildren. 

Malpere, Arthur C., 27, of Northfield, died Aug. 25. Born in 1970 in Morristown, N.J., he was the son of Stephen and Joyce (Lockhart) Malpere. He graduated from high school in Merritt Island, FL and from Norwich University with a degree in political science. He was studying for his master's degree. He was a lieutenant in the Marine Corps and served in Cuba and other bases in the U.S. He served with the Second Marine Division in the Adriatic aboard the Marine amphibious ship Kearsage. He was assistant director of admissions at Norwich Univerisity and attended St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. In 1995, he married Heidi M. (Krause) DuChene. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Gerald DuChene-Malpere and Michael Malpere; his mother; two brothers; a sister; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. 

Shatney, Ray E., 94, of East Calais, died Aug. 26. Born in 1902 in Woodbury, he was the son of Eugene and Hattie (Parker) Shatney. He attended schools in Woodbury. In 1926, he married Ivis May Hart, who died in 1982. He owned and operated Shatney's Garage until 1949. He later worked at Wells Lamson Quarry in Websterville and reopened Shatney's Garage and operated it until retirement in the 1970s. He was a member of the Woodbury Fire Department. Survivors include his daughter, Muriel (Mrs. William) Hudson; a step-brother; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Goad, John W., 63, of Barre, died Aug. 27. Born in 1934 in Albany, he was the son of James and Avis (Shedd) Goad. He attended schools in Albany and later attended an automobile mechanic school in Connecticut. He was married to Patricia Clark, they later divorced. He had been a transmission and auto mechanic in the Burlington area and had worked at Appleby's Garage in Hardwick. More recently, he was employed as supervisor at Kirby House in Waterbury, retiring in 1996. Survivors include his companion, Betty McLaughlin; four sons, Ted, Todd, Timothy and Thomas; a daughter, Tammy Ricard; four grandchildren; three sisters; one brother; nieces and nephews. 

Peterson, Irene Cooley, 89, formerly of Middlesex/Montpelier, died Aug. 29. Born in 1907 in Middlesex, she was the daughter of Frank and Gertrude (Cutler) Cooley. She graduated from Montpelier High School. IN 1928, she married Clifton Peterson, who died in 1988. She worked at National Life Insurance of Vermont and the Farwell Store in Montpelier. She also worked with the Vermont Agriculture Department, where she retired. She was a member of the Unitarian Church. Survivors include two two daughters, Janet (Mrs. Alfred Durkee and Jean (Mrs. Jerry) Durkee; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Viens, Philip Richard, 63, of Northfield, died Aug. 21. Born in Northfield, he had lived in the Kansas City area since 1969, where he was employed as a salesman for several companies. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. His wife Joyce Hunt Viens, is previously deceased. Survivors include three sons, Philip, John and James; three daughters, Theresa Viens, Denise Clanahan and Mary J. Kinman; a brother; three sisters; six grandchildren. 

Safford, Esther C., 88, formerly of Randolph, died Aug. 28. Born in 1909 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Forrest and Mayme Murray Cram. She graduated from Williamstown High School. In 1933, she married Floyd Safford, who died in 1984. She had worked for Warner Brothers Manufacturing Co. in Malone, N.Y. and the Head Start program for 10 years. She also worked for the Franklin County Department of Social Services. She was a member of Chasm Falls Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Connie Brown; two sons, F. Norman Safford and Terry Safford; four grandchildren; one step-granddaughter and three great-grandchildren.

Perry, Esther, of Cabot and Acton, Mass., died Sept. 2. She and her husband Joseph, moved to Cabot where she enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens, and snowmobiling. Flowers may be sent in her memory to Emerson Hospital, Hospice Program, ORNAC, Concord, Mass. 01742. 

Bean, Richard F., 82, of Randoph Center, died Sept. 2. Born in 1915 in Burlington, he was the son of Fred and Amelia (Dickel) Bean. His family moved to Randolph in 1917, where he was educated. He operated a dairy farm until retiring in 1987. He also drove a school bus, operated a rubbish route and was a carpenter for Menard Brothers and Kenneth Manning. In 1940, he married Glenora Somerville. Survivors include his wife; a son, Richard Jr.; seven daughters, Margaret Brown, Barbara Comette, Geraldine English, Deborah Jarvis, Vicki Cook, Rita Hull and Brenda Fullam; 18 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. 

Carminati, William B., 57, of Williamstown, died Sept. 2. Born in 1940 in Barre, he was the son of Michaele and Frances (Bartlett) Carminati. He attended Williamstown Elementary School and graduated from Williamstown High School. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. In 1965, he married Beverly Jenkins. He worked for the state of Vermont in the Purchasing, Central Stores and Postal System Department, retiring in 1985. Survivors include his wife; a step-daughter, Jana Jenkins; three grandchildren; four brothers; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

LaChance, William J., 97, of Bethel, died Aug. 31. Born in 1900 in Quebec, he was the son of Ezak and Cecelia LaChance. He attended schools in Canada, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Calvalry during WWI. In 1922, he married Doris Oliver, who died in 1976. Survivors include a daughter, Cecelia Cyr; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Breer, Wilbur Sr., 73, of Plainfield, died Sept. 3. Born in 1924 in Stowe, he was the son of Harold and Alice (Bean) Breer. He attended East Montpelier School and served in the Army during the Japanese Occupation. In 1950, he married Helen Peck, who died in 1967. In the 1960s, he and his brother Wayne, established Breer Brothers Inc. He retired in 1989. In 1986, he married Celia (Gray) Winters. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Elizabeth Emmons and Viola Breer; seven sons, Wilbur Jr., John, Scott, James, Donald, Harold and Steven; a step-daughter, Elizabeth Perreault; three step-sons, Matthew, Steven and Paul Winters; 32 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Lane, Mary R., 72, of Berlin, died Aug. 29. Born in 1925 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Grover and Jesse (Campbell) Wood. She was self-employed. Survivors include a son, Dennis Lane; two daughters, Sandra Goodwin and Rosemary Hebert; two brothers; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. 

Niles, Ellen G., 78, of Montpelier, died Aug. 29. Born in 1919 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Leo and Emma (Morway) Gauthier. She was educated in Montpelier schools. In 1939, she married Raymond Seeley, who later died. In 1956, she married Maurice Niles, who is also deceased. She was a nurses aide and worked at Friet Nursing Home and also provided private nursing care. Survivors include a son, Raymond Seeley Jr.; nieces and nephews. 

Christie, Arlene H., 69, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 29. Born in 1927 in Barre, she was the daughter of Richard and Helen (Stacey) White. She attended St. Monica's School and graduated from Spaulding High School. She received her nursing degree from University of Vermont and later earned a bachelor of science degree in education. In 1948, she married Allan R. Christie. They had lived in Barre, South Barre and Orange and for the past year in Littleton, N.H. She worked as a nurse at Barre Town Elementary School and later at U-32 School in East Montpelier. She had been a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Reid and Mark; four grandchildren; a great-grandson; her step-father, Roy Gregoire; a sister, Dolores Cook. 

Bettis, Ruth M., 77, of Randolph, died Sept. 3. Born in 1920 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Donald and Evelyn (Trask) Salter. She graduated from Randolph High School. In 1938, she married Maurice Bettis, who died in 1988. Survivors include three sons, Donald, Gary and John; two brothers; 10 grandchildren; a great-grandson; nieces and nephews. 

Larrabee, Charles L., 32, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 2. Born in 1964 in Barre, he was the son of Ernest and Irene (Laurendeau) Larrabee. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He worked as an installer of awnings, window blinds and window film for Elmore Associates in Manchester, Conn. Survivors include his parents; a brother, Ernest Jr.; maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Davis; uncles, aunts and cousins. 

Fowler, Kenneth W., 87, of Adamant, died Aug. 29. Born in 1910 in Calais, he attended schools there. In 1937, he married Doris fisher. He was a self-employed produce farmer and a member of the Adamant Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Lilla Fowler; a son, Frederick Fowler; a brother; seven grandchildren. 

Deuso, Lila F., 60, of Montpelier, died Sept. 3. Born in 1936 in Montgomery, she was the daughter of Arthur and Hildred (Lumbra) Kennett. She graduated from Enosburg Falls High School and moved to Montpelier and worked as a secretary for several state agencies and private companies. In 1957, she married Girdon Deuso. They moved to Hyde Park, where she worked at Franklin-Lamoille Bank and Cusson's Bakery. In 1985, she moved back to Montpelier. Survivors include a daughter, Gail Deuso; a son, Gregg; her former husband; a sister; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Lavigne, Mariah H., infant daughter of Anthony and Michelle Lynn (Hayward) Lavigne, died Aug. 30. Survivors include her parents; a sister, Kyley; maternal grandparents, Helen Eldred and Harold Hayward Jr.; paternal grandparents, Jeannette and Ernest Lavigne Sr.; uncles, aunts and cousins. 

Sherman, Helen G., 83, of Duxbury, died Sept. 3. Born in 1913 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Herbert and Isabell (Haskins) Farnsworth. She attended schools in Waitsfield. In 1940, she married Kenneth Sherman Sr., who died in 1968. She had worked as a private housekeeper and as a chef and was later employed as housekeeper for Windy Wood Farm in Barre. She retired in 1981. Survivors include five daughters, Shirley Clark, Mavis Emmons, Diana Richardson, Isabelle Reeves and Carol DeForge; two sons, John Sr. and Kenneth Jr.; 30 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; four sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

LaBombard, Harold, of Calais, died Sept. 1. Born in 1916 in Isle La Motte, he was the son of Charles and Amelia (Jarvis) LaBombard. He attended schools in Isle La Motte. In 1978, he married June Stata. He worked for the IBM Corp. in Raleigh, N.C., retiring in 1978. He had lived in East Calais with his daughter, since June. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Dianne tanner; Deborah Haskins; three step-daughters, Molly Comeau, Patricia Helfrich and Susan Bacon; a stepson, Steven Strata; three grandchildren; three great-grandsons; nieces and nephews.

LaChance, William J., 97, of Bethel, died Aug. 31. Born in 1900 in Quebec, he was the son of Ezak and Cecelia LaChance. He attended schools in Canada, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Calvalry during WWI. In 1922, he married Doris Oliver, who died in 1976. Survivors include a daughter, Cecelia Cyr; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Dugan, Jill M., 11 mos. old, died Aug. 9 after an extended illness. She was the daughter of Donald and Premila Bartlett Dugan of N.C. Survivors include her parents; her sister, Romi Boccaccio and brother Daniel Dugan; her paternal grandparents, Connie and Charlotte Dugan; her maternal grandparents, Norman and Lenora Larkin of Williamstown and Andrew and Karen Bartlett of Conn.; a great-grandmother, Esther Lasell of Williamstown. 

Imperiale, Verna C., 74, of Lower Graniteville, died Sept. 12. Born in 1923 in Lower Graniteville, she was the daughter of John and Blanche (Morrison) Campbell. She attended school in Lower Graniteville and graduated from Spaulding High School. She worked at National Life Insurance Co. for more than 30 years and was a member of the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. She was married to Myer Imperiale, who is deceased. Survivors include two daughters, Martha Imperiale and Joan Kay Imperiale; four sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Barnett, William Densmore, 81, of Williamstown, died Agu. 21. Born in 1916 in Walden, he was the son of William and Julia (Paine) Barnett. He is survived by a daughter, Rebecca (Barnett) Bressette; two grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Kiser, Ruth B., 77, of Barre, died Sept. 11. Born in 1919 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Jason and Hallie (Templeton) Bailey. She attended Montpelier City schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She later attended the former Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. She was a licensed practical nurse at the former Heaton Hospital and McFarland House. She also did private duty nursing. She later worked as a crossing guard and parking meter maid for the City of Barre. She was first married to George Andrus, they divorced. In 1957, she married Clarence Kink Kiser, who died in 1969. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Sally and Marilyn; a son, Robert; a stepson, Perry Kiser; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Espinoza, Santos Elvira, 40, died Sept. 7. Born in 1957 in Corpus Christi, Texas, she was the daughter of Jose and Herminia (Trevino) Espinoza. She attended Texas schools and graduated from Corpus Christi High School. She served with the U.S. Air Force. She was married to Michael Blancard. Survivors include her parents; brothers; sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Blanchard, Ross, 8, and Rene Marie, 4, of Randolph, died Sept. 7. Born in 1989 in Mass., Ross was the son of Michael and S. Elivra (Espinoza) Blanchard. He attended Randolph Village School and was a member of Linda Gaidys' third grade class. He was outgoing, very artistic and loved drawing, painting and rock collecting. He also enjoyed gardening. Rene Marie was born in 1993 also in Mass., and was the daughter of Michael and S. Elvira (Espinoza) Blancard. She attended the Randolph Montessori School and was a member of Carmen VandeGriek's class. She enjoyed dolls, playing dress-up and putting on make-up. She also enjoyed gardening. Survivors include their father; paternal grandparents, Mary Lee Dumas and Kenneth Blancard; maternal grandparents, Jose and Herminia Espinoza; a maternal great-grandmother; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Kovacs, Jane B., 82, of Berlin, died Sept. 6. Born in 1915 in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of Michael and Pauline Sawicki. She moved to Vermont in 1992 to be near her daughter. Survivors include her daughter, Gloroa Askew; a sister, Mildred Drake; three grandchildren. 

Hatch, Meriden P., 84, of Barre, died Sept. 9. Born in 1913 in Berlin, she was the daughter of Henry and Jessie (Jackson) Perrin. She attended Barre City schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She attended Gifford Hospital School of Nursing in Randolph. In 1935, she married Samuel Hatch, who died in 1975. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include four daughters, Marleen Roy, Marjorie Fisher, Madelane Christensen and Geraldine Hawkins; two stepsons, Benjamin Hatch and Stanley Hatch; 24 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; several cousins. 

Russell, Victoria, 71, of Barre, died Sept. 10. Born in 1925 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Archie and Nina (Gusha) Russell. She attended schools in Woodbury and worked at the former Vermont Tomato Pak Co. in Barre. In 1946, she married Alexander Renfrew. Survivors include her companion, Harvey Austin; two sons, Tony and Allen; three daughters, Nena Renfrew, Ella Santamore and Tina Chateauvert; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Massucco, Domenico M., 79, of Barre, died Sept. 6. Born in 1918 in Montpelier, he was the son of James and Angelina (Chiaravalli) Massucco. He attended schools in Barre and Burlington. He worked at the former rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and Sprague Electric Company. He retired in 1983. In 1951, he married Thalma McKay, who died in 1991. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include a son, James; three grandchildren. 

Green, Michael L., Sr., 47, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 12. Born in 1949 in Montpelier, he was the son of Merrill and Beverly (Sweetswer) Green Sr. He was self-employed and worked in the plumbing and heating business. Survivors include his wife, Barbara (Gooley) Green; a son, Michael Jr.; three daughters, Tracy, Tammy and Jamie; his father; two brothers; five sisters; four grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Murray, Rodman A., 59, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 4. Born in Montpelier, he was the son of Chauncey and Agnes (Smith) Murray. He served with the Air Force. He was an instructor for the Massachusetts Department of Corrections in Concord. Survivors include his wife, Donna Martell Murray; a daughter, Stacey Lyons; one son, David; three brothers; 10 grandchildren. 

Fowler, Kenneth W., 87, of Adamant, died Sept. 5. Born in 1910 in Calais, he attended schools there. In 1937, he married Doris Fisher. He was a self-employed produce farmer and a member of the Adamant Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Lilla Fowler; a son, Frederick; seven grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; a brother. 

Nelson, Pearl, 80, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 10. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of George and Blanche (Doying) Ladd. She was educated in Lebanon and Hanover (N.H.) schools. In 1933, she married Everett Nelson, who died in 1985. She was employed at the Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover. The Nelsons moved to St. Petersburg, FL, where she was a ward clerk at the Palms of Pasadena Hospital. She retired in 1980. Survivors include a sister, Maxine Duffey; an uncle; nieces and nephews. 

Kabrich, Joyce Bishop, 69, formerly of Washington, died Sept. 3 at her home in Skiatook, OK. Born in 1927 in Washington, she was the daughter of Theodore and Dorothy (Rushford) Bishop. She attended Washington Village School and graduated from Spaulding High School. She moved to Washington, D.C., where she was employed by the Department of Justice. She married Delmar Kabrich, who died in 1981. Survivors include a daughter, Judith Lochte; two sons, Keith and Bruce; five grandchildren; her mother; three sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Sanborn, Eugene R. "Butch", Sr., 59, died Sept. 10. Born in 1938 in Stowe, he was the son of Cecil and Blanche (Preston) Sanborn. He had been married to Nancy (McDougal) Sanborn and in 1978, married Doris Belanger Sanborn. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He owned and operated Sanborn's Amoco Service Station in Morrisville and was more recently employed by Walker Imports in Barre. Survivors include his wife; four children, Kathy Jean Wright, Eugene Sanborn, Robert Meservey and Patricia Meservey; seven grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Grimard, Aurore J., 86, of Graniteville, died Sept. 10. Born in 1910 in St. Malo, Quebec, she was the daughter of Ernest and Angelina (Desmarais) Roy. She attended schools in Stanstead, Quebec. She was married to Alphonse Grimard in 1934, who died in 1994. They had moved to Graniteville in 1937. She spent her life as a homemaker, wife and parent and was a member of St. Sylvester Parish. Survivors include two sons, Marvel Joseph Grimard and Rene O. Grimard; two daughters, Lucille Grimard and Anna Mary LaCount; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. 

Ferrari, Aureo N., 83, of Barre Town, died Sept. 10. Born in 1913 in Barre, he was the son of Giuseppe and Carolina (Viscontini) Ferrari. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Army. In 1942, he married Phyllis E. Seger. He and the late Arthur Brown, operated the Central Cab Co. in Barre. He was a clerk at the Vermont State Liquor Store, retiring in 1968. Survivors include his wife; a brother, Enzo Ferrari; several nieces and nephews. 

Hazelton, Harold, 87, of Northfield Falls, died Sept. 6. Born in 1909 in Northfield, he was the son of Ray and Anna (Grover) Hazelton. He graduated from Northfield High School and was a member of the Army National Guard. During WWII, he was an aircraft mechanic for the Navy. He worked for the Farnham automobile dealership in Barre and Montpelier and for Bean Chevrolet in Northfield. He later operated his own machine shop in Northfield, known as the P&H Shop. He retired in the mid-1970s. Survivors include a son, Peter; a daughter, Bonnie (Mrs. Christopher) Oakman; a sister; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Plunket, Thomas J., 57, of Montpelier, died Sept. 7. born in 1940 in Kingston, N.Y., he was the son of Thomas and Edna (Schuppin) Plunket. He attended Kingston City schools and graduated from Oakwood School in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. He attended Norwich University in Northfield and Carroll College in Wisconsin, where he obtained a bachelor of science degree in psychology. In 1965, he married Nancy Finch. He was employed by the State of Vermont, working for the Corrections Department in St. Albans and the Highway Department in Montpelier. He was with the Mental Health Department, was in personnel and more recently was a housing specialist. Survivors include his parents; his wife; two sons, Thomas and Benjamin; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Tattersall, Dorothy M., 81, of Randolph, died Sept. 10. Born in 1916, she was the daughter of Jerry and Bessie (Cady) Eastman. She was educated in Etna and Hanover, N.H. schools. In 1947, she married Albert Tatersall, who died in March. She was a housekeeper in the Lebanon, N.H. area. Survivors include her daughter, Alberta Rose; two grandchildren; a great-grandson. 

Redmond, Brian Edward, 17, of Montpelier, died Sept. 7. Born in 1980 in Berlin, he was the son of Mark and Dorothy (Bunning) Redmond. He was a junior at Montpelier High School and attended the Barre Area Vocational Center at Spaulding High School, enrolled in the culinary arts program. He was employed at M&M Redemption Center and at Fiddleheads restaurant. He was a member of the Montpelier High School soccer and hockey teams. Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Mark and David; his maternal grandmother, Virginia Bunning; his paternal grandparents, Mark and Maria Redmond; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Therrien, Edward J., Jr., 39, of Bethel, died Sept. 9. Born in 1958 in Barre, he was the son of Edward and Louise (Purinton) Therrien. He graduated from Westfield (Mass.) Vocational School, majoring in electronics. He was married to Linda Deroin, they later divorced. He operated Country Computing in Bethel. Survivors include a daughter, Kimberly Therrien; his mother; two brothers; three sisters. 

Pilbin, Agatha Parnigoni, 85, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 5. Born in 1911 in Iron Mountain, MI, she was the daughter of Rev. Herbert and Pearl (Kinney) Campbell. She graduated from the former Montpelier Seminary and later attended Boston University and Gifford Hospital School of Nursing in Randolph. In 1932, she married Ego Parnigoni, who died in 1978. In 1985, she married Ronald Pilbin, who died in 1988. She was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church and was active in the North Barre Community Church and Chapel. Survivors include her sons, Dr. Richard Parnigoni and David Parnigoni; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Jarvis, Norma C., 57, of Bethel, died Sept. 9. Born in 1940 in White Plains, N.Y., she was the daughter of Charles and Eva (Hatzmann) Mele. She received her early education in White Plains and graduated from Sleepy Hollow High School in Tarrytown, N.Y. She was a telephone operator in earlier years. In 1969, she married Warren T. Jarvis. Survivors include her husband; a son, William; three sisters; nieces and nephews.

LaChance, William J., 97, of Bethel, died Aug. 31. Born in 1900 in Quebec, he was the son of Ezak and Cecelia LaChance. He attended schools in Canada, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Calvalry during WWI. In 1922, he married Doris Oliver, who died in 1976. Survivors include a daughter, Cecelia Cyr; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Dugan, Jill M., 11 mos. old, died Aug. 9 after an extended illness. She was the daughter of Donald and Premila Bartlett Dugan of N.C. Survivors include her parents; her sister, Romi Boccaccio and brother Daniel Dugan; her paternal grandparents, Connie and Charlotte Dugan; her maternal grandparents, Norman and Lenora Larkin of Williamstown and Andrew and Karen Bartlett of Conn.; a great-grandmother, Esther Lasell of Williamstown. 

Imperiale, Verna C., 74, of Lower Graniteville, died Sept. 12. Born in 1923 in Lower Graniteville, she was the daughter of John and Blanche (Morrison) Campbell. She attended school in Lower Graniteville and graduated from Spaulding High School. She worked at National Life Insurance Co. for more than 30 years and was a member of the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. She was married to Myer Imperiale, who is deceased. Survivors include two daughters, Martha Imperiale and Joan Kay Imperiale; four sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Barnett, William Densmore, 81, of Williamstown, died Agu. 21. Born in 1916 in Walden, he was the son of William and Julia (Paine) Barnett. He is survived by a daughter, Rebecca (Barnett) Bressette; two grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Kiser, Ruth B., 77, of Barre, died Sept. 11. Born in 1919 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Jason and Hallie (Templeton) Bailey. She attended Montpelier City schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She later attended the former Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. She was a licensed practical nurse at the former Heaton Hospital and McFarland House. She also did private duty nursing. She later worked as a crossing guard and parking meter maid for the City of Barre. She was first married to George Andrus, they divorced. In 1957, she married Clarence Kink Kiser, who died in 1969. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Sally and Marilyn; a son, Robert; a stepson, Perry Kiser; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Espinoza, Santos Elvira, 40, died Sept. 7. Born in 1957 in Corpus Christi, Texas, she was the daughter of Jose and Herminia (Trevino) Espinoza. She attended Texas schools and graduated from Corpus Christi High School. She served with the U.S. Air Force. She was married to Michael Blancard. Survivors include her parents; brothers; sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Blanchard, Ross, 8, and Rene Marie, 4, of Randolph, died Sept. 7. Born in 1989 in Mass., Ross was the son of Michael and S. Elivra (Espinoza) Blanchard. He attended Randolph Village School and was a member of Linda Gaidys' third grade class. He was outgoing, very artistic and loved drawing, painting and rock collecting. He also enjoyed gardening. Rene Marie was born in 1993 also in Mass., and was the daughter of Michael and S. Elvira (Espinoza) Blancard. She attended the Randolph Montessori School and was a member of Carmen VandeGriek's class. She enjoyed dolls, playing dress-up and putting on make-up. She also enjoyed gardening. Survivors include their father; paternal grandparents, Mary Lee Dumas and Kenneth Blancard; maternal grandparents, Jose and Herminia Espinoza; a maternal great-grandmother; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Kovacs, Jane B., 82, of Berlin, died Sept. 6. Born in 1915 in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of Michael and Pauline Sawicki. She moved to Vermont in 1992 to be near her daughter. Survivors include her daughter, Gloroa Askew; a sister, Mildred Drake; three grandchildren. 

Hatch, Meriden P., 84, of Barre, died Sept. 9. Born in 1913 in Berlin, she was the daughter of Henry and Jessie (Jackson) Perrin. She attended Barre City schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She attended Gifford Hospital School of Nursing in Randolph. In 1935, she married Samuel Hatch, who died in 1975. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include four daughters, Marleen Roy, Marjorie Fisher, Madelane Christensen and Geraldine Hawkins; two stepsons, Benjamin Hatch and Stanley Hatch; 24 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; several cousins. 

Russell, Victoria, 71, of Barre, died Sept. 10. Born in 1925 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Archie and Nina (Gusha) Russell. She attended schools in Woodbury and worked at the former Vermont Tomato Pak Co. in Barre. In 1946, she married Alexander Renfrew. Survivors include her companion, Harvey Austin; two sons, Tony and Allen; three daughters, Nena Renfrew, Ella Santamore and Tina Chateauvert; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Massucco, Domenico M., 79, of Barre, died Sept. 6. Born in 1918 in Montpelier, he was the son of James and Angelina (Chiaravalli) Massucco. He attended schools in Barre and Burlington. He worked at the former rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and Sprague Electric Company. He retired in 1983. In 1951, he married Thalma McKay, who died in 1991. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include a son, James; three grandchildren. 

Green, Michael L., Sr., 47, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 12. Born in 1949 in Montpelier, he was the son of Merrill and Beverly (Sweetswer) Green Sr. He was self-employed and worked in the plumbing and heating business. Survivors include his wife, Barbara (Gooley) Green; a son, Michael Jr.; three daughters, Tracy, Tammy and Jamie; his father; two brothers; five sisters; four grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Murray, Rodman A., 59, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 4. Born in Montpelier, he was the son of Chauncey and Agnes (Smith) Murray. He served with the Air Force. He was an instructor for the Massachusetts Department of Corrections in Concord. Survivors include his wife, Donna Martell Murray; a daughter, Stacey Lyons; one son, David; three brothers; 10 grandchildren. 

Fowler, Kenneth W., 87, of Adamant, died Sept. 5. Born in 1910 in Calais, he attended schools there. In 1937, he married Doris Fisher. He was a self-employed produce farmer and a member of the Adamant Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Lilla Fowler; a son, Frederick; seven grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two step great-grandchildren; a brother. 

Nelson, Pearl, 80, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 10. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of George and Blanche (Doying) Ladd. She was educated in Lebanon and Hanover (N.H.) schools. In 1933, she married Everett Nelson, who died in 1985. She was employed at the Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover. The Nelsons moved to St. Petersburg, FL, where she was a ward clerk at the Palms of Pasadena Hospital. She retired in 1980. Survivors include a sister, Maxine Duffey; an uncle; nieces and nephews. 

Kabrich, Joyce Bishop, 69, formerly of Washington, died Sept. 3 at her home in Skiatook, OK. Born in 1927 in Washington, she was the daughter of Theodore and Dorothy (Rushford) Bishop. She attended Washington Village School and graduated from Spaulding High School. She moved to Washington, D.C., where she was employed by the Department of Justice. She married Delmar Kabrich, who died in 1981. Survivors include a daughter, Judith Lochte; two sons, Keith and Bruce; five grandchildren; her mother; three sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Sanborn, Eugene R. "Butch", Sr., 59, died Sept. 10. Born in 1938 in Stowe, he was the son of Cecil and Blanche (Preston) Sanborn. He had been married to Nancy (McDougal) Sanborn and in 1978, married Doris Belanger Sanborn. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He owned and operated Sanborn's Amoco Service Station in Morrisville and was more recently employed by Walker Imports in Barre. Survivors include his wife; four children, Kathy Jean Wright, Eugene Sanborn, Robert Meservey and Patricia Meservey; seven grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Grimard, Aurore J., 86, of Graniteville, died Sept. 10. Born in 1910 in St. Malo, Quebec, she was the daughter of Ernest and Angelina (Desmarais) Roy. She attended schools in Stanstead, Quebec. She was married to Alphonse Grimard in 1934, who died in 1994. They had moved to Graniteville in 1937. She spent her life as a homemaker, wife and parent and was a member of St. Sylvester Parish. Survivors include two sons, Marvel Joseph Grimard and Rene O. Grimard; two daughters, Lucille Grimard and Anna Mary LaCount; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. 

Ferrari, Aureo N., 83, of Barre Town, died Sept. 10. Born in 1913 in Barre, he was the son of Giuseppe and Carolina (Viscontini) Ferrari. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Army. In 1942, he married Phyllis E. Seger. He and the late Arthur Brown, operated the Central Cab Co. in Barre. He was a clerk at the Vermont State Liquor Store, retiring in 1968. Survivors include his wife; a brother, Enzo Ferrari; several nieces and nephews. 

Hazelton, Harold, 87, of Northfield Falls, died Sept. 6. Born in 1909 in Northfield, he was the son of Ray and Anna (Grover) Hazelton. He graduated from Northfield High School and was a member of the Army National Guard. During WWII, he was an aircraft mechanic for the Navy. He worked for the Farnham automobile dealership in Barre and Montpelier and for Bean Chevrolet in Northfield. He later operated his own machine shop in Northfield, known as the P&H Shop. He retired in the mid-1970s. Survivors include a son, Peter; a daughter, Bonnie (Mrs. Christopher) Oakman; a sister; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Plunket, Thomas J., 57, of Montpelier, died Sept. 7. born in 1940 in Kingston, N.Y., he was the son of Thomas and Edna (Schuppin) Plunket. He attended Kingston City schools and graduated from Oakwood School in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. He attended Norwich University in Northfield and Carroll College in Wisconsin, where he obtained a bachelor of science degree in psychology. In 1965, he married Nancy Finch. He was employed by the State of Vermont, working for the Corrections Department in St. Albans and the Highway Department in Montpelier. He was with the Mental Health Department, was in personnel and more recently was a housing specialist. Survivors include his parents; his wife; two sons, Thomas and Benjamin; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Tattersall, Dorothy M., 81, of Randolph, died Sept. 10. Born in 1916, she was the daughter of Jerry and Bessie (Cady) Eastman. She was educated in Etna and Hanover, N.H. schools. In 1947, she married Albert Tatersall, who died in March. She was a housekeeper in the Lebanon, N.H. area. Survivors include her daughter, Alberta Rose; two grandchildren; a great-grandson. 

Redmond, Brian Edward, 17, of Montpelier, died Sept. 7. Born in 1980 in Berlin, he was the son of Mark and Dorothy (Bunning) Redmond. He was a junior at Montpelier High School and attended the Barre Area Vocational Center at Spaulding High School, enrolled in the culinary arts program. He was employed at M&M Redemption Center and at Fiddleheads restaurant. He was a member of the Montpelier High School soccer and hockey teams. Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Mark and David; his maternal grandmother, Virginia Bunning; his paternal grandparents, Mark and Maria Redmond; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Therrien, Edward J., Jr., 39, of Bethel, died Sept. 9. Born in 1958 in Barre, he was the son of Edward and Louise (Purinton) Therrien. He graduated from Westfield (Mass.) Vocational School, majoring in electronics. He was married to Linda Deroin, they later divorced. He operated Country Computing in Bethel. Survivors include a daughter, Kimberly Therrien; his mother; two brothers; three sisters. 

Pilbin, Agatha Parnigoni, 85, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 5. Born in 1911 in Iron Mountain, MI, she was the daughter of Rev. Herbert and Pearl (Kinney) Campbell. She graduated from the former Montpelier Seminary and later attended Boston University and Gifford Hospital School of Nursing in Randolph. In 1932, she married Ego Parnigoni, who died in 1978. In 1985, she married Ronald Pilbin, who died in 1988. She was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church and was active in the North Barre Community Church and Chapel. Survivors include her sons, Dr. Richard Parnigoni and David Parnigoni; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Pembroke, Howard M., 86, of Montpelier, died Sept. 22. He was the son of James and Della (Hale) Pembroke. He attended St. Michael's Graded School and St. Michael's High School. In 1929, he married Marjorie Orcutt, who died in 1955. He and his brother owned and operated a farm and later he worked for the Marvin-Cooley Dairy and for Booth Brothers, retiring in 1968. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include three daughters, Patricia Percy, Elizabeth Boisvert and Virginia Garand; two sons, Edward and Steven; 30 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Culver, Ida E., 67, of North Duxbury, died Sept. 22. Born in 1930 in Bedford, Quebec, she was the daughter of Edward and Eva (Bushey) Raymond. She attended Waterbury High School. In 1956, she married Harold Culver, who died in 1978. Survivors include two daughters, Charlene Laforest and Marlene Culver; three grandsons; a sister; three brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Calderara, Warnitta, 99, of Barre, died Sept. 19. Born in 1897 in Barre, she was the daughter of Edwin and Catherine (Weymouth) Veale. She attended Barre City elementary schools and Spaulding High School. In 1920, she married Charles Calderara, who died in 1960. She had been a dental hygienist for Dr. Howard Reid. Survivors include a nephew, Wayne Calderara; grandnieces and grandnephews; cousins. 

Eldred, Alan E., 66, of Williamstown, died Sept. 22. Born in 1931 in Bakersfield, he was the son of Ernest and Helen (Longley) Eldred. He attended schools in Bakersfield and Burlington and served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1953, he married Nathalie Sue Batchelor. He had been employed by the state of Vermont as a child support enforcement specialist, retiring in 1966. Survivors include his former wife; his mother; a daughter, Marcia (Mrs. John) Bayle; a son, Jerry; four grandchildren; a sister; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Maxfield, Morris H., 86, of Barre, died Sept. 24. Born in 1911 in Barre, he was the son of Harland and Laura (Kidder) Maxfield. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School and attended the University of Vermont. In 1941, he married Louise Dodge. He served with the Army during WWII. He began working for the U.S. Post Office in Barre in the 1930s, retiring in 1967. He was employed by the Vermont Highway Department from 1967 to 1973 and later in the materials laboratory and also worked in the parts department of Houle Auto and as a delivery man for Modern Printing. He was a member of the Barre Universalist Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Whitney and Terry; seven grandchildren. 

Lawliss, Pearl E., 94, of Montpelier, died Sept. 23. Born in 1903 in Greenfield, Mass., she was the daughter of Anthony and Evelyn (Clough) Conway. She attended schools in Athol, Mass., moving to Vermont when she was 18. In 1933, she married Victor Lawless, who died in 1962. Survivors include a son, Robert; a daughter, Elodia Putnam; six grandchildren; a step-sister. 

Brown, David A., 38, of Barre, died Sept. 20. Born in 1959 in Barre, he was the son of Alexander and Doris (Lefebvre) Brown Jr. He attended Ward 5 and Brook Street schools, graduated from Spaulding High School and attended New Hampshire College. He worked at Harry's Department Store in Berlin and at the time of his death was operations manager at Ames Department Store in Berlin. Survivors include his father; a brother, Terry Boyer; a sister, Leslie McBride; nieces and nephews. 

Daige, Gloria J., 70, formerly of Greensboro and Cabot and more recently of Eden, died Sept. 20. Born in 1927 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Earl and Gertrude (Bohannon) Grassett. She attended public schools in Randolph and Morrisville and graduated from Greensboro High School and from Johnson State College with a degree in elementary education. In 1946, she married Stewart Daige. She was a teacher at Johnson Elementary School, retiring in the 1970s. She was a member of Greensboro Bend United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, Stephen; a daughter, Kelly Daige; two grandchildren; a brother; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

DeGoosh, Ellsworth J., 73, of Barre, died Sept. 19. Born in 1924 in Lyme, N.H., he was the son of Howard and Nettie (Pushee) DeGoosh. He attended Lyme Elementary School and Orford (N.H.) High School. He served in the Navy during WWII. He had been a salesman for Swift Meatpacking Co. and later owned and operated a dairy farm in Johnson. He was a member of Lyme (N.H.) Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, Eileen Perkins and Anita DeGoosh; five brothers; six sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Patch, Warren I., 82, of Northfield, died Sept. 20. Born in 1915 in Elgin, ILL, he was the son of Wayne and Harriett (Gussman) Patch. He worked at the Fairbanks Foundry in St. Johnsbury and owned and operated Atlas Foundry in Concord. He had been a former resident of Peacham and attended Peacham Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife, Ruth (Erskine) Capron Patch; two sons, Richard and Wayne; two daughters, Arlene Thresher and Patricia Capron; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren. 

Adams, Hazell S., 84, of South Randolph, died Sept. 22. Born in 1913 in Barre, she was the daughter of Edward and Florence (Durkee) Brown. She was educated in Brookfield and Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. She was married to Clifford Sawyer, who died in 1957. In 1965, she married Wallace Adams, who died in 1993. She was a supervisor for Van Raalte Corp. and for a glove manufacturer in South Royalton. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ in Randolph. Survivors include a daughter, Lora Barrett; two sons, Raymond and Roland; two step-daughters, Audrey Ward and Arlene Conant; three stepsons, William, Donald and Martin Adams; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren and 20 step-great-grandchildren. 

Perry, Bernard H., 77, of Hardwick, died Sept. 21. Born in 1920 in Hardwick, he was the son of Peter and Hazel (Downing) Perry. He attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1944, he married Ruby Myrtle Hopkins. He was a stonecutter at Cook, Watkins and Patch in Barre, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include his wife; a son, David; two daughters, Diann Ross and Susan Limoge; three grandchildren; three brothers; a sister; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Gagne, Michel M., 90, of Barre, died Sept. 26. Born in 1907 in Bromptonville, Quebec, he was the son of Jean Gagne and Clara Pellerin. He attended the Richmond School and Danville College. He moved to Barre in 1929 and in 1936, married Therese Cloutier. He was employed as a granite finisher. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Fernande Henson, Diane Button and Louise Dodge; five sons, Robert, Ronald, Michael, Paul and John Peter; 26 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Scribner, Frieda B., 73, of Calais, died Sept. 20. Born in 1924 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of John and Louise (Bancroft) Badger. She graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1946, she married C. Franklin Scribner, who died in 1980. She worked on the family farm and was a member of Calais Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Bouchard and Diane Scribner; a son, Charles; two grandsons; a brother; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Cano, Louis H., 80, formerly of Montpelier and more recently of Concord, N.H., died Sept. 23. Born in 1916 in Santander, Spain, he was the son of Jacinto and Nieves (Aja) Cano. He graduated from Montpelier High School. He was manager and supervisor of A&P Grocery Store in New England, retiring as manager of the A&P Store in Concord, N.H. He was a member of St. Peter's Church in Concord. Survivors include three sisters, Vicenta Bordas, Concha Buzzi and M. Nieves Bond; two brothers, Victor and his twin, Stephen; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

O'Gara, Jerry E., 50, of Randolph, died Sept. 25. Born in 1947 in Arcadia, CA, she was the daughter of Theodore and Mildred (Bramin) Duval. She was educated in California schools and Yuba College in CA. In 1967, she married Patrick O'Gara. She worked in a nursing home and later became a religious education teacher and a school librarian. Research of her genealogy, brought her to Randolph, where her father had lived. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Christopher, Ian and Ryan; a brother.

French, Ruth A., 100, of Barre, died Sept. 25. Born in 1897 in Vinal Haven, Maine, she was the daughter of Harry and Gertrude (Smith) McIntosh. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1917, she married John Anderson, who died in 1956. They owned Anderson Brothers Trucking Co. In 1972, she married Noble French, who died in 1988. She had been the first female postal carrier employed by the Barre Post Office and later worked at Homer Fitts Co. and at Gray's Department Store. Survivors include three sons, John, Robert and George; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Haskins, Trevor A., infant son of Peter and Teresa (Fuller) Haskins, died Oct. 2. He was born June 27. Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Dylan and Michael; paternal grandparents, Jerry Haskins Sr. and Kathy Haskins; maternal grandmother, Susan Askew; paternal great-grandparents, Wayne Haskins Sr. and Doris Dolloff; maternal great-grandmother, Ellen May; aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Howard, Wayland F., 74, of Waterbury, died Sept. 26. Born in 1923 in Randolph, he was the son of Frank and Florence (Terry) Howard. He was educated in Randolph schools and served in the Army Air Corp. In 1948, he married Geraldine Bowen. He worked for several construction companies including the M.F. Woodard Construction Co. Survivors include three sons, Malcolm, Scott and Bruce; two daughters, Penelope Lessard and Priscilla LaPerle; 18 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Macchi, Dario A., 87, of Northfield and Barre, died Sept. 25. Born in 1909 in Northfield, he was the son of Emil and Maria (Vanetti) Macchi. He attended Barre schools, graduated from Spaulding High School and Pratt Institute. He worked at Voorhes, Walker, Foley and Smith in New York as an architectural engineer until he retired. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Fern Macchi; several cousins. 

Goodridge, Donly C., Sr., 72, of Craftsbury Common, died Sept. 30. Born in 1925 in Marshfield, he was the son of Euri Gilbert and Beatrice Mae (Spencer) Goodridge. He grew up in Plainfield, graduated from Plainfield High School and attended the University of Vermont. He served with the Navy Seabees during WWII. In 1946, he married D. Avis Hampp. He operated a farm in Craftsbury Common and was also an AI technician. He retired in 1965 from farming, and worked for Munson Earth Moving, retiring in 1983. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Jean Bezio, Susan Richarson and Carol Grondin; three sons, Donly Jr., Gilbert and Kevin; 10 grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Mosher, Richard K., 44, of Barre Town, died Oct. 2. He served in the Navy and later with the Naval Reserve. He was a self-employed artist and framer. Survivors include his wife, Nancy; two daughters, Katherine and Merideth. 

Duquette, Leward E., 83, of Northfield, died Oct. 3. Born in 1914 in Altona, N.Y., he was the son of Eugene and Priscilla (Luchia) Duquette. He was educated in Northfield schools and served in the Army during WWII. In 1948, he married Bernice Donahue. He was employed at Northfield Woolen Mills and then at Norwich University, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. Survivors include his wife; his brother, Herbert; his sister, Clarissy Kramer; a half-sister, Pauline Quick; two nieces and two nephews. 

Roberts, Helene N., 62, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 23. Born in 1935 in Barre, she was the daughter of Henri and Noella Bienvenue. She grew up in Barre and attended Barre schools. In 1956, she married Lawrence Roberts. They moved to Montgomery, AL, where they owned and operated a frame shop. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Ruth Ann Roberts and Renee Baker; a son, Robin; four grandchildren; a sister; a brother; nephews. 

Bouchard, Marion L., 82, of Northfield Falls, died Oct. 3. Born in 1914 in Berlin, she was the daughter of Joseph and Eva (LaValley) DeLary. She graduated from Montpelier Seminary School and earned an associate degree in education from the University of Vermont. In 1937, she married Armand Bouchard. She taught schools in Alburg but lived most of her live in the Northfield area. She was a member of the St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Northfield. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Paul, Pierre and Allain; three daughters, Anne Chase, Rachel Bouchard and Lucy Alburger; one brother; one sister; 29 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren. 

Ford, Dorothy L., 83, of Bethel, died Oct. 1. Born in 1914 in Royalton, she was the daughter of Wilfred and Hattie (Rogers) LaRocque. She was educated in Bethel schools. She worked at Fyles and Rice Plywood Corp. in Bethel and at the Van Raalte Co. in Randolph. In 1929, she married Wilton Ford, who died in 1988. Survivors include three sons, Fay, Kenneth and Clifford; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Wilcox, Ila L., 90, of Randolph, died Oct. 2. Born in 1907 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Irving and Mary (Abbott) Newton. She received her early education in the Brookfield school system and graduated from Randolph High School. In 1926, she married Richard Wilcox, who died in 1996. They farmed the Gaylord Homestead in Brookfield before moving to Williamstown. They had lived in Randolph since 1964. Survivors include two sons, Gordon and Robert; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren. 

Curtis, George D., 92, of Bethel, died Sept. 27. Born in 1904 in Danby, he was the son of Walter and Maude (Winship) Curtis. He graduated from Lincoln Academy in New Castle, Maine. He worked for Central Vermont Public Service Corp. and operated the CVPS power plant in Bethel. In 1935, he married Lillian Fregosi, who died in 1985. Survivors include two sons, George and Michael; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. 

Sell, Edna V., 89, of Montpelier, died Oct. 1. Born in 1908 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Gustaf and Christina (Olson) Wennerstrand. She graduated from Goddard Seminary and in 1931, married Lester Sell. She returned to Montpelier 10 years ago. Her husband is deceased. Survivors include a sister, Lillian Pierce; nieces and nephews. 

Drinkwine, John A., 15, of Northfield, died Sept. 30. Born in 1982 in Randolph, he was the son of John and Rosa ((Manning) Drinkwine. He was a freshman at Northfield High School. Survivors include his father; his mother; three brothers, Samuel Drinkwine, Isaac Drinkwine and Micah Drinkwine; two step-sisters, Brittany Benoir and Christina Benoir; paternal grandfather; maternal grandmother; several aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Herbert, Thomas L., 73, formerly of Waterbury, died Aug. 30. Born in 1924 in Waterbury, he was the son of Richard and Minnie (Brown) Herbert. He graduated from Waterbury High School and attended the University of Vermont. He served with the Army during WWII. He was employed by Rock of Ages and later by Hertz in Conn. He moved to New York after he retired. In 1946, he married Frances Hurley, who died in 1995. Survivors include a daughter, Jodee Ellingsworth; three grandchildren; four sisters. 

Paul, Mary, 91, formerly of Northfield, died Sept. 27. Born in 1906 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Filippo and Angelina (Rigante) Giacomini. She graduated from Waterbury High School and in 1939, married Henry Paul. She worked for several years at Comollies Store in Waterbury and as a switchboard operator for the town of Waterbury and the Vermont State Hospital. They moved to Springfield, where she was a member of St. Mary's Church. Her husband died in 1990. Survivors include a daughter, Sandra J. Paul; two sons, Remo and Robert; two grandchildren; a sister. 

Gomez, Bernard, 67, formerly of Hardwick, died Sept. 28. Born in 1930 in Hardwick, he was the son of Bernard and Mary (Carpenter) Gomez. He was a livestock dealer and owned Sheffield Stables in Sheffield, Mass. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Survivors include two sons, Daniel and Aaron; two daughters, Angela Wingard and Jessica Gomez; two stepsons, Douglas and Glen Kimple; two step-daughters, Linda Kimple Blais and Nanette Schrag; three grandchildren; 12 step-grandchildren; five sisters; three brothers.

Jerry, Donald W., 78, of Williamstown, died Oct. 4. Born in 1919 in Northfield, he was the son of Wilbur and Celina (Duffany) Jerry. He attended schools in Northfield. In 1945, he married Ellen Aseltine. He worked at Northfield Wood Products and Ethan Allen Inc., retiring in 1991. He was a member of St. Edward's Church of Williamstown and a former member of St. John the Evangelist Church of Northfield. Survivors include his wife; a son, Donald; three daughters, Lorraine Beudette, Pamela Herres and Donna Powell; a brother; three sisters; six grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Marsh, Marion C., 88, of Barre, died Oct. 3. Born in 1909 in Orange, she was the daughter of George and Nettie (Flanders) Nelson. She attended elementary school in Orange, graduated from Spaulding High School and from teacher training at Bay Path Institute. She taught business courses in Canaan and at Barton Academy. In 1944, she married Kenneth Marsh, who died in 1981. She was a member of Orange Center Church and Bethany United Church of Christ, Congregational in Montpelier. Survivors include a daughter, Sherrie (Mrs. Craig) MacIntyre; nieces and nephews. 

Hull, Evatte L., 67, of Barnard, died Oct. 5. Born in 1930 in Roxbury, she was the daughter of Fred and Elmire (Nadeau) Dickinson. She was educated in Roxbury schools and graduated from Randolph High School. In 1953, she married Eldon Hull, who died in 1991. She worked at the Van Raalte Co. in Randolph. Survivors include four sons, Gary, Bruce, Stuart and Jay; a daughter, Kelly Bowen; four sisters; 11 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews. 

Pike, Almont, 78, of Northfield Falls, died Oct. 4. Born in Burlington, he was the son of Perley Sr. and Sadie (Reed) Pike. He graduated from high school in Orleans. In 1942, he married Ruby Gates. He served in the Army during WWII. He worked as highway plans and reproduction supervisor for the Vermont Highway Department, retiring in 1978. He was a member of Northfield Falls Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Paul and Gordon; two daughters, Virginia Webber and Nancy (Mrs. Ronald) Fassett; two sisters; a half-sister; eight grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Spaulding, Herbert C., 75, of Waitsfield, died Oct. 3. Born in 1922 in Colchester, he was the son of Carroll and Bessie (Long) Spaulding Sr. He graduated from schools in Starksboro. He moved to Connecticut and worked at General Building Supply Co. in East Hartford and for Brand-Rex in Willimantic. He retired in 1984 and moved to Waitsfield. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Dorothy Spaulding; one niece and nephews. 

Guth, Dorothy J., 70, of East Hardwick, died Oct. 3. Born in 1927 in Yonkers, N.Y., she was the daughter of Theodore Lewis and Esther (Guldbrandson) Daley. She attended public schools in N.Y. She married Thomas Leonard Guth, who died in 1966. She had worked as a social service director in N.Y., retiring in 1977 and moving to East Hardwick. She was a member of the Greensboro Bend United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Daniel; three daughters, Susan Gunter, Diane MacDonald and Elaine Luther; a brother; a sister; 10 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Peake, Gertrude, 82, of Hardwick, died Oct. 6. Born in 1914 in North Troy, she was the daughter of Bertrand and Annie (Lee) Tracy. She attended public schools in Newport Center and Coventry and graduated from Brightlook Hospital School of Nursing. In 1940, she married Rupert W. Peake. She had worked at the former Hardwick Hospital and East Hardwick Nursing Home. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include her husband; a son, Wendell; a daughter Carolyn Andrus; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. 

Dindo, Olive M., 73, of Barre Town, died Oct. 4. Born in 1914 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Gabriel and Mildred (Holbrook) Gomez. She attended schools in Bethel. In 1946, she married Joseph Dindo, who died in Feb. 19. She was a waitress at the Venetian Restaurant, the Montpelier Elks Club and the Country House Restaurant. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include four sons, John, Charles, Robert and Michael; a daughter, Deborah Linehan; 11 grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Kennerson, Michael S., 39, formerly of Northfield, died Oct. 3. Born in 1957 in Kittery, Maine, he was the son of William and Teresa (Willey) Kennerson. He received his early education in Vermont and graduated from Northfield High School. He was a house painter and had owned and operated M&C Painting in DeLand, FL. He had recently moved to Nashua, N.H., where he was a member of the United Methodist Church. He had served in the Army. Survivors include his parents; his partner, Carol (Peterson) Kennerson; two sisters, Charlene McCarney and Terry Alexander; a brother, William Kennerson Jr.; six nieces; two nephews; aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Lezko, Barbara D., 74, of South Barre, died Oct. 5. Born in 1923 in Roxbury, she was the daughter of Frank and Irene (Fisk) Dickinson. She graduated from Williamstown High School and Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. She had served in the Army Nurse Corps. In 1948, she married Stanley Lezko, who died in 1984. She worked at Barre City Hospital and later for Barre Area Visiting Nurse Association. Survivors include a son, Edward; two daughters, Martha Lezko and Vicki Cassell; three grandchildren; a sister; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Shea, Helen E., 75, of Barre, died Oct. 4. Born in 1921 in Websterville, she was the daughter of John and Eliza (Ross) MacAuley. She attended school in Lower Websterville. In 1953, she married William Shea. She was a homemaker and had worked at the Times Argus. She attended the Church of the Good Shepherd, Episcopal in Barre. Survivors include her husband; a son, David; a granddaughter; three sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Smith, Margaret F., 80, of Barre, died Oct. 4. Born in 1917 in Barre, the daughter of John and Margaret Ann (Murray) Shea. She received her early education in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1937, she married Douglas L. Smith, who died in 1994. She was a nursery school teacher and later a secretary for the State of Vermont Agriculture Department, retiring in 1979. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include three daughters, Janice Bernasconi, Maryann Huang and Kathleen Boudreau; a son, Lawrence; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Pannes, Ernestine, 90, of Worcester, died Oct. 7. Born in 1907 in Overton, NB, she was the daughter of Ernest and Anna (Brownell) Dunaway. She attended schools in Nebraska and graduated from the University of Chicago. She also studied at Columbia University and received a doctorate degree in human relations from New York University. In 1927, she married Harry Bingham. They later divorced. In 1946, she married Hilgard Pannes, who died in 1983. She taught at Columbia University, in Peru and at a high school in Connecticut. She was also a professor at Goddard College. Survivors include a daughter, Leslie Bingham Williams; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Twiss, Grace S., 92, of Barre, died Oct. 6. Born in 1905 in Pomfret, she was the daughter of Robert and Alice (Leach) Seaver. She attended elementary schools in Quechee and Hartford and graduated from Hartford High School. In 1924, she married Alden Twiss, who died in 1967. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Robert and Carl; two daughters, Joyce Duff and Alice McEdward; a step-son, Glenn Twiss; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Edson, Dora M., 77, of Graniteville, died Oct. 6. Born in 1920 in Purvis, MS, she was the daughter of Pearl (Grantham) Ira Overstreet. She attended schools in Mississippi. In 1943, she married Julius Edson, they moved to Graniteville in 1946. She was a homemaker and a member of New Life Worship Center. Survivors include her husband; two sons, James and Charles; two daughters, Wanda (Mrs. Antonio) Grenier; Linda (Mrs. David) Blow; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Hutchins, Helen F., 74, of Plainfield, died Oct. 6. Born in 1923 in Dante, VA, she was the daughter of Proctor and Odie (Foster) Conley. She attended schools in Hamlin, VA. Her first husband, Mark Page, died during the Korean War. In 1961, she married Lawrence Hutchins. She was a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church of Plainfield. Survivors include her husband; four daughters, Debbie Hutchins, Polly Bartee, Barbara Davis and Sandra Shusda; four step-sons, Michael, Daryle, Bryce and Bradley; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Robb, Nora G., 97, of Hardwick, died Oct. 6. Born in 1900 in East Albany, she was the daughter of Edward and Catherine (Waters) Gallagher. She taught school in Hardwick for 40 years, retiring in 1967. She was a communicant of St. Norbert's Church. Her husband, William Robb, died in 1985. Survivors include two sons, John and William; two daughters, Clare Cowell and Barbara Whalen; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. 

Bethmann, Hans G., 61, of Warren, died Oct. 8. Born in 1935 in Amaan, Jordan, he was the son of Erich and Zora (Kaludjerski) Bethmann. He graduated from Takoma Academy in Maryland and attended the University of Maryland. In 1956, he married Janina Auzins. He was employed as an engineer by C&P Telephone Co. in Washington, D.C., retiring in 1990. He returned to Warren in August. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Monica Bethmann; a son, Michael; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Amerio, Pasquale L., 68, of Waterbury, died Oct. 9. Born in 1929 in South Poultney, he was the son of Peter Sr. and Mary (Zappone) Amerio. He graduated from Fair Haven High School and from Concord College with a degree in computer science. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He had been employed by various slate quarries in the Fair Haven and Poultney area. He and his brothers founded Amerio Brothers Slate Co. He also worked for National Life Insurance Co., retiring in 1988. Survivors include his wife, Mary (Durkee) Amerio; three daughters, Katherine St. Louis, Susan Amerio and Brenda Amerio; four sisters; four brothers; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Sabens, Gilbert D., 61, of South Barre, died Oct. 8. Born in 1936 in Barre, he was the son of Archie and Gertrude (Covey) Sabens. He was educated in Northfield schools. In 1959, he married Helen Therrien. He was employed at several area granite manufacturing plants as a finish stonecutter. He served with the Army National Guard. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Gregory and Christopher; two daughters, Monique Perry and Melissa Sevigny; six grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Grenier, Francois H., 79, of Barre, died Oct. 8. Born in 1917 in Piopolis, Quebec, he was the son of Alphonse Grenier and Malvina Giguere. In 1941, he married Jeannette Coulombe, who is deceased. In 1961, he married Irma Chouinard. He moved to Barre in 1960 and was employed in the granite industry, retiring in 1983. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include five children, Francois (Mrs. Merile) Guillette, Suzanne Grenier, Carole (Mrs. William) Root, Pierre Grenier, Alain Grenier; two sisters; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. 

Goslant, Alice M., 84, of Plainfield, died Oct. 7. Born in 1913 in Washington, she was the daughter of George and Lillian (Taylor) Lyford. She attended schools in Chelsea. In 1930, she married Rupert Gosland, who died in 1990. She was a seamstress for many years and also sold Avon products and was assistant librarian at Cutler Memorial Library. She later was a postal clerk at the Plainfield Post Office until her retirement. Survivors include a son, James; a daughter, Bernice Youngblood; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-granddaughters; six brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Willey, Beverly C., 70, formerly of Hardwick, died Oct. 7. Born in 1927 in Barton, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kimball. She lived in the Hardwick area for more than 50 years, moving to Lyndonville two years ago. Her husband, Clayton Willey, died Oct. 7. They had operated a family farm and she worked at Concord Manufacturing and the East Hardwick Nursing Home. Survivors include six sons, Frank, Kervin, Roy, Richard, Dennis and Larry; two daughters, Linda Dickey and Beverly Gilman; two sisters; 16 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. 

Provost, Jacqueline, 61, of Montpelier, died Oct. 3. Born in 1936 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Joseph and Bernadette Couture. She grew up in Barre and graduated from St. Michael's High School. In 1959, she married Richard Provost. She was director of religious education for St. Augustine Parish. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Norwich University in 1992 and a master's in psychology from Norwich University in 1995. She worked as a rehabilitation counselor for Champlain Drug and Alcohol Services. Survivors include her husband; five sons, Steve, Paul, Jeff, David and Jonathan; six grandchildren; four brothers; one sister. 

Rogers, Phyllis A., 44, of Randolph, died Oct. 3. Born in 1953 in Barnard, she was the daughter of William and Alice (Frink) Rogers. She attended schools in Barnard and graduated from Woodstock High School. She was most recently employed as an inspector at Vermont Sports Co. in Randolph. Survivors include her mother; two sisters, Roberta Rogers and Marsha Withington; four brothers, George, Robert, Michael and Richard.

Ackerman, Scott H., 83, of Tunbridge, died Oct. 11. Born in 1913 in Chelsea, he was the son of Harley and Nellie (Luce) Ackerman. He attended District 11 School in Chelsea, graduated from Chelsea High School and from Bay Path Institute in Mass., majoring in accounting. In 1936, he married Flora Gray, who died in 1987. They had owned and operated a dairy farm in Tunbridge and he also worked for Frank Gilman. He retired in 1978 from farming. Survivors include five sons, Dale, Richard, Fred, Roger and William; a brother; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. 

Carrier, Stanley E., 49, of Sharon, died Oct. 12. Born in 1948 in South Royalton, he was the son of Francis and Clarabelle (Haskins) Carrier. He attended school in South Royalton and South Tunbridge. He had been employed by the Atlantic Diner in Royalton and later at Brooksie's Restaurant in Sharon. He was a member of the United Church, Federated of South Royalton. Survivors include two sisters, Margaret Carrier and Beverley Swasey; two brothers, Douglas and Gary; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. 

Blandin, Dawson Edwin, 45, formerly of Vershire and more recently of Plattsburgh, N.Y., died Oct. 10. Born in 1951 in Vershire, he was the son of Woodrow and Vera (Smith) Blandin Sr. He attended elementary school in Vershire and graduated from Thetford Academy. he was a custodian at Dartmouth College and at the Vincent S. Jerry Co. He later worked at Georgia Pacific paper mill and Northern Sanitation Inc., both in Plattsburgh, N.Y. In 1971, he married Darlene M. Covey. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jennifer Blandin; a son, Jamie Blandin; his mother; three brothers; two sisters; two granddaughters; nieces and nephews. 

Belisle, Delia M., 75, of Barre, died Oct. 10. Born in 1922 in Barre, she was the daughter of Emery and Juoia May (Rabideau) Landry. She received her early education at St. Monica School and was a member of St. Monica Church. In 1939, she married Morris Belisle, who died in 1995. She was a senior draftsman at IBM, until she retired. Survivors include three sons, Morris Jr., Robert and Dennis; two daughters, Donna Hoyt and Doris Meilleur; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; many nieces and nephews. 

Aldrich, Maurice, 84, of East Barre, died Oct. 12. Born in 1913 in Lyndonville, he was the son of Perley and Jennie (Phillips) Aldrich. He attended Lyndonville Elementary School and graduated from Montpelier High School. He served in the Army Air Force. In 1945, he married Shirley Smith. He worked at the Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and Sprague Electric Co., retiring in 1978. He was a member of East Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Alan; a grandson; two sisters; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Campbell, Robert L., 14, of Barre, died Oct. 11. Born in 1983 in Berlin, he was the son of Thomas Biship and Darlene (Fontaine) Campbell. He attended Barre City Elementary School and was a freshman at Spaulding High School. Survivors include his mother and step-father, Darlene and George Campbell Jr.; his father and step-mother, Thomas and Sherry Bishop; five brothers; four sisters; grandparents; great-grandparents; aunts, uncles, cousins; a niece; two nephews. 

Luce, Edith N., 78, of Chelsea, died Oct. 13. Born in 1918 in Brookfield, she was the daughter of Fred and Mildred (Cutler) Keyes. She attended schools in Brookfield and Spaulding High School. In 1939, she married Harold Luce. She was Sunday School teacher at Brookfield Congregational Church and was also assistant town clerk. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Donna (Mrs. Fred) Weston, Martha (Mrs. Lawrence) Pickett and Cynthia (Mrs. Glenn) Manning; three sons, Russell, Clayton and Kevin; a brother; a sister; 19 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a niece and cousins. 

Carr, Ray, 79, of Berlin, died Oct. 11. Born in 1918 in Volpe, Belarus, she was the daughter of Bernard and Marsha (Goldner) Soroka. She was a member of Hadassah ORT, Beth Jacob Synagogue and Ohavi Zedek Synagogue. Survivors include her husband, Robert Carr; a son, Harvey; two daughters, Linda Sherback and Julianne Sherback; a stepson, Allan Carr; a step-daughter, Carol Grausz; three brothers; seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Pregent, Alice J., 68, formerly of Northfield, and more recently of Randolph, died Oct. 14. Born in 1928 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Clarence and Ruby (Gushea) Jones. She attended Northfield schools. In 1951, she married Elmer Lewis Pregent, who died in 1971. She worked at Fernandez Market in Northfield and was a home care provider for several years and a foster parent. Survivors include five sons, Robert, Raymond, Richard, Edward and Michael; a brother; a sister; 15 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; 12 foster children. 

Lyman, Thomas, 81, formerly of Barre and more recently of Westwood, Mass., died Oct. 2. Born in 1916 in North Hampton, Mass., he was the son of Don and Anna (Graves) Lyman. He was educated in East Hampton schools, attended Williston Academy and graduated from the University of Massachusetts. He received a master's degree from Boston University. He served as a pilot with the Army Air Corps. He moved to Barre in 1946 and taught at Lincoln School, moving to Westwood (Mass.) in 1957 and summering in Greensboro. He was a member of Islington Community Church. Survivors include his wife, Ellen Priscilla Lyman; a son, Thomas; a daughter, Jean Phillips; four grandchildren. 

Lang, Shaun K., 56, of Worcester, died Oct. 12. Born in 1940 in Rochester, she was the daughter of G. Milton and Phyllis (Clook) Kirby. She received her early education in Rochester, graduated from Rochester High School and received a bachelor of arts degree in education from the University of Vermont. In 1962, she married Thomas Lang. She was an English teacher in Richmond and a supervising teacher in the Chapter I remedial reading program in the East Montpelier and Worcester schools. She was recently employed in the Reading Recovery Program at Rumney Memorial School in Middlesex and Calais Graded School. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Melissa Lang and Julia Lang; a son, Roderick Lang; her parents. 

Gilbert, Dale H., 70, of Northfield, died Oct. 6. Born in 1927 in West Charleston, he was the son of Fred and Rose (Nichols) Gilbert. He attended Northfield schools. He served in the Navy during WWII. He was a truck driver for area granite sheds and later for Maxham Supply Co. in Worcester. He retired in the late 1980s. Survivors include his daughter, Charmaine Dailey; a stepson, Jeffrey Thurston; a brother; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Fordham, William, 74, of Barre, died Oct. 15. Born in 1923 in Berlin, he was the son of Orville and Alice (Legacy) Fordham. He attended schools in Berlin and Quechee. He served in the Navy during WWII. He and his first wife, Evelyn Sweeney, were divorced. In 1991, he married Rosina Kane, who died in 1994. He worked as a fruit picker and farm laborer in Florida. Survivors include a son, Rex; two stepsons, Kenneth and Emery Kane; a daughter, Louise Aldrich; three stepdaughters, Alice McManus, Mary Tabor and Hilda Burgess; several grandchildren; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Grout, Katharine I., 89, of Barre Town, died Oct. 15. Born in 1908 in Warren, she was the daughter of John and Bessie (Fuller) Neill. She attended Jones Brook School in Moretown. In 1933, she married Max L. Grout, who died in 1976. She was employed at Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and at Malden Mills. She was a member of the Barre Universalist Church and a former member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include four sons, Marvin, Harold, Mark and Fred; two daughters, Bessie Clinton and Beulah Lanpher; 25 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. 

MacKenzie, Catherine I., 72, of Berlin, died Oct. 14. Born in 1925 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Alba and Bertha (Aller) Bowen. She graduated from Peoples Academy. In 1947, she married Edgar Byam Sr. In 1984, she married James D. MacKenzie, who died in 1986. She had worked at the Pavilion Hotel in Montpelier, the Vermont College food services and for Marriot Food Services at Norwich University. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Jerome Byam and Edgar Byam Jr.; a daughter, Esther Fisk; four step-daughters, Jane MacKensie, Jo-Anne Hoblit, Judith Peters and Janice Galonka; fives stepsons, Joseph MacKenzie, James MacKenzie Jr., John MacKenzie and Jerry MacKenzie; a brother; a half-sister; 22 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

McCafferty, Isabel B., 92, of Waterbury, died Oct. 12. Born in 1905 in Butler, PA, she was the daughter of Edson and Harriet (Cross) Byers. She was educated in Butler schools and she was a member of the Faith Presbyterian Church. In 1926, she married Herbert McCafferty, who died in 1985. They moved to Waterbury in 1971, where she was a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. She had worked at Williams Jewelry Store in Butler (PA). Survivors include a daughter, Janice McWilliams; a son, H. Donn McCafferty; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Bresette, Thressa L., 76, of Washington, died Oct. 14. Born in 1920 in Groton, she was the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Graham) McQueen. She attended Westville Elementary School in Groton and graduated from Groton High School and Lyndon Teachers College. In 1945, she married Wayne Bressette. She was an elementary school teacher in North Ryegate, Orange and in Washington. She was also assistant postal clerk at the Washington Post Office and served as town auditor. She attended Washington Universalist Church. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Graham, Joseph and Brent; four grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Parks, Gerald A., 64, formerly of Barre, and more recently of Waupaca, WI, died Oct. 13. Born in Barre, he was the son of Ralph and Vera (Colombo) Parks. He was educated in Barre schools. Survivors include a brother, Roger Parks; an aunt and uncles, nieces and nephews. 

Fournier, Jeannie L., 89, of Upper Graniteville, died Oct. 16. Born in 1908 in Barre, she was the daughter of Alexander and Mary (Machechie) Smith. She attended elementary school in Barre and graduated from the former Goddard Seminary. She worked at the Barre Steam Laundry and in 1931, married Conrad J. Fournier, who died in 1974. She was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include two sons, Roland and Robert; a daughter, Claire (Mrs. Norman) LaPerle; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Hinman, Richard V., 79, of Northfield, died Oct. 16. Born in 1917 in New Rochelle, N.Y., he was the son of Chauncey and Hazel (Norton) Hinman. He attended schools in New Rochelle. In 1938, he married Ethel Neilsen, who died in 1986. He served with the Navy during WWII and was vice president of sales for American Mineral Spirits Corp. of Murray Hill, N.J. and became vice president of sales for Vermont Weather Board Corp. in Wolcott, retiring in the mid 1970s. Survivors include two sons, Richard and Brian; a daughter, Penny Lawder; 10 grandchildren. 

Bocash, Janice L., 37, of East Hardwick, died Oct. 16. Born in 1960 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Maynard and Dorothy (Hooker) Douse. She graduated from Hazen Union High School. Survivors include her husband, James Bocash; two children, Jamie and Joshua; her mother and stepfather, Dorothy and Everett Pearson; a brother; three sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Smith, Rena E., 96, of Moretown, died Oct. 16. Born in 1901 in Bolton, she was the daughter of Samuel Lacillade and Mary Young Lacillade. In 1920, she married Leo J. Smith, who died in 1967. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church in Moretown. She worked as a seamstress. Survivors include a son, Lawrence; a daughter, Alice Perry; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; 20 nieces and eight nephews. 

LaValley, Mildred E., 82, of Northfield, died recently. Born in 1914 in Enosburg Falls, she was the daughter of William and Mary (Bocash) Ryea. She attended Enosburg Falls schools. In 1935, she married Frank LaValley, who died in 1981. She worked at the Northfield Woolen Mills and at Rabbit Hollow Knitting Mill, retiring in 1985. She was a member of St. John's Church. Survivors include two sons, Roderick and Robert; a daughter, Lena (Mrs. Langdon) Cummings; two sisters; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

McEnany, Ethel, 93, of Barre, died Oct. 22. Born in 1903 in Fairfield, she was the daughter of George and Addie (Kittell) Safford. She attended schools in Sheldon. In 1923, she married Horton McEnancy. In 1931, she married John Bjorn, who died in 1965. She remarried Horton McEnany in 1968. In earlier years, she was employed at the Sheldon Post Office, W.C. Marsh General Store, T.C. Jennison General Store, Gordon Burt General Store and Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant in Barre. She attended Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include two brothers, Hollis Safford and Wayne Safford; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Davis, Raymond W., 79, formerly of Randolph, and more recently of Connecticut, died Oct. 20. Born in 1918 in Randolph, he was the son of Raymond and Abbie (Davis) Davis. He attended schools in Randolph and graduated from Vermont Agricultural School. In 1948, he married Margaret McCurdy, who died in 1989. He was employed as a housepainter and worked at Pratt and Whitney Corp. Survivors include a son, Gordon; a daughter, Janet Simmons; three brothers; two sisters; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Laird, Nathalie Gertrude, 83, of East Hardwick, died Oct. 22. Born in 1914 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Arthur and Valda (Smith) Kibbee. She attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1939, she married Wilford Lynn Laird. they owned and operated a farm in Greensboro and in 1967 sold it and moved to East Hardwick. She was moved to Genesis Elder Care in Morrisville in 1995. Survivors include a daughter, Valda Laird; a son, Ernest Laird; two grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Turner, Albert J., 69, of Waitsfield, died Oct. 23. Born in 1928 in Montpelier, he was the son of Kenneth and Eleanor (van Deusen) Turner. The family moved to Waitsfield, where he graduated from high school. He also graduated from Vermont School of Agriculture in Randolph Center. In 1949, he married Marion Cota. He and his father owned and operated Simplicity Farm on Route 100. He was a member of the Federated Church of Waitsfield. Survivors include his wife; five sons, Paul, Lawrence, Kenneth, Douglas and Edward; a daughter, Elaine Turner; 10 grandchildren; an aunt; an uncle; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Rogers, Leona F., 100, of Randolph, died Oct.22. Born in 1897 in Randolph, she was the daughter of James and Jennie (Butterfield) Lee. She was educated in Randolph schools. In 1912, she married Daniel A. Rogers, who died in 1957. They owned and operated Rogers Corner Grocery in Randolph for several years. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include five daughters, Pauline Richards, Mildred Cheney, Theresa Fullam, Doris Ladd and Irene Tabor; a brother; 16 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren. 

Filion, Irene, 84, of Barre, died Oct. 23. Born in 1912 in St. Hubert, Quebec, she was the daughter of Augustin and Desilda (Blais) Cote. The family moved to Derby Line, Vt. that same year. She attended schools in Rock Island, Quebec and came to Graniteville in 1926. She worked at Heaton Hospital and in 1945, married Bernard LeMay, who died in 1965. She worked as a bookkeeper for Granite Memorial Shop and as a secretary for the Granite Cutters Association when she retired. In 1970, she married Armand Filion, who died in 1988. She was a member of st. Monica Church. Survivors include a sister, Leona Marcotte; several nieces and nephews. 

Gross, Marion R., 73, of Northfield, died Oct. 20. Born in 1924 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Lawson and Florence (Willey) Ingalls. She graduated from Northfield High School and in 1945, married John H. Gorss. They owned and operated John Gross Trucking and Excavating Co. in Northfield. Survivors include her husband; a son, Scott; a daughter, Patricia Wiggett; a grandson; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Lawrence, Dorothy A., 89, of Barre, died Oct. 21. Born in 1908 in Barre, she was the daughter of Ira and Bess (Averill) Lawrence. She attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. She worked as a secretary at Cook and Watkins and Patch Granite Co., retiring in 1974. She later worked as a secretary at South End Granite Polishing Co. She was affiliated with the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a sister, Leona Lawrence; a niece; two nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. 

Merchant, David H., 61, of Barre, died Oct. 28. Born in 1935 in Burlington, he was the son of Edwin Hayes and Victoria (Santamore-Merchant) Morse. He was employed by Eastern Magnesium Talc Co. for many years and later as a blaster at Perrini Construction. He retired due to ill health. He served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1969, he married Ruby Rexford. Survivors include two sons, Michael and Steven; three step-sons, Douglas Baker, Carl Baker and Anthony Baker; two brothers; five step-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Dindo, Ruth C., 73, of Barre, died Oct. 21. Born in 1924 in Barre, she was the daughter of Erwin and Clara (Nugent) Hoyt. She attended schools in Williamstown, North Montpelier and Plainfield High School. In 1945, she married Charles Root. In 1957, she married Howard Dindo, who died in 1975. She worked as a waitress at Hilltop Restaurant. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include three sons, William Root, Mark Dindo and Matthew Dindo; two step-daughters, Linda St. John and Nancy Slade; a stepson, Howard Dindo Jr.; 14 grandchildren; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Nicolino, Ronald A., 52, of Barre, died Oct. 21. Born in 1945 in Barre, he was the son of Libero and Pace (Cardini) Nicolino. He attended Barre city elementary schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He served with the Army during the Vietnam War. He was married to Cynthia Gable, they later divorced. He later married Debra Lajeunesse, they also divorced. He was most recently employed at LaCroix Memorial Co. in Barre. Survivors include a daughter, Rhonna Gable; a son, Richard; a brother; two sisters; two aunts; nieces and nephews. 

Rogers, Edward, 81, formerly of Cabot, and more recently of Florida, died Oct. 24. Born in 1916 in Burlington, he was the son of Earl and Mary (Cassiday) Rogers. He worked at Cross Baking Co. in Montpelier, retiring in 1978 and moving to Florida. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Rogers; two daughters, Bette O'Connor and Sara Joyal; a son, Douglas Rogers; a sister; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren. 

Gilbert, Taylor A., infant son of Gregory and Amy (Merrill) Gilbert, died Oct. 16. He was born Oct. 15 in Burlington. Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Dustin and Jonathan; his paternal grandparents, George and Mary Gilbert and maternal grandparents, Michael and Carol Merrill; several great-grandparents; an uncle and an aunt; and cousins. 

Bartlett, Laura A., 87, of Barre, died Oct. 18. Born in 1909 in Barre, she was the daughter of Charles and Nettie (Sanborn) Abbiati. She graduated from Spaulding High School and later from a two-year teachers' program. She had worked in the housekeeping department of the Barre City Hospital and later was supervisor of housekeeping at Central Vermont Hospital in Berlin. She retired in 1974. She was first married to William R. Bartlett, they later divorced. In 1942, she married William R. Bartlett, who died in September. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church of Plainfield and affiliated with the United Church of Woodbury. Survivors include a son, Roscoe; four grandsons; two granddaughters; several great-grandchildren; two nieces. 

Barr, Eddio, 93, of Hardwick, died Oct. 19. Born in 1904 in Hardwick, he was the son of Eddio Sr. and Josephine (Comolli) Barr. He graduated from Hardwick Academy. he was one of the first members of the Vermont Highway Patrol, stationed in St. Johnsbury. Later, he and his brother Aquonaldo, owned and operated Barr's Better Beverages in Hardwick. He was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. His wife, Marjorie (Fraser) Barr, died in 1995. Survivors include three cousins, Aldo Bai, Libra McAllister and Martin Calcagni. 

Montgomery, Arleen L., 82, formerly of Orange, died Oct. 18. Born in 1915 in Roxbury, she was the daughter of Arthur and Eva (Lamica) Perry. She attended Roxbury Elementary School and Northfield High School and graduated from Windsor High School. She was first married to David Owen. In 1958, she married Robert E. Montgomery. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Veronica Armstrong and Lorine Petrochko; two sons, Arthur and Frank; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. 

Radigan, Liselotte M., 85, of Montpelier, died Oct. 14. Born in 1912 in Kuestrin, Germany, she was the daughter of Gustav and Minna (Garbe) Gabriel. She was employed in the governor's office in Montpelier and owned and operated Liselotte Boutique and Imports Store in Montpelier. Her husband, Harold Radigan, died in 1987. Survivors include a sister, Ursula Woitschach. 

Wallis, Marion B., 94, of Moretown, died Oct. 19. Born in 1903 in Moretown, she was the daughter of John and Alice (Turner) Bisbee. She graduated from Waitsfield High School and from Boston University with a degree in music, voice and piano. In 1928, she married Clifford M. Wallis. They moved to Columbia, MO, where she was a member and former president of the Fortnightly Women's club and active with the League of Women Voters. She retired to Moretown in 1972 and was active in the South Duxbury Church. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Anne Bull; a son, George; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Kessler, James E., 66, of Randolph Center, died Oct. 23. Born in 1931 in New York, N.Y., he was the son of William and Matilde (Scaggiari) Kessler. He attended schools in Indiana and graduated from George Rogers Clark High School in Hammond, IN. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He continued his education, earned a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University in Indiana and a master's degree in the same subject from New York University. He also studied mathematics in post-doctoral work at Rutgers University in New Jersey. In 1958, he married Lorraine Czech. He was an electrical engineer for AT&T Bell Laboratories in N.J., retiring in 1984. The Kesslers moved to Randolph Center, where he served as an associate professor of electrical engineering at Vermont Technical College. He was a communicant at Saints Donatian & Rogatian Catholic Church in Randolph. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Michael, John and Thomas; his mother; two brothers; a sister; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Raimon-Wilson, Ruth Amsden, 64, formerly of East Hardwick and more recently of California, died Oct. 22. Born in 1933 in East Hardwick, she was the daughter of Clarence and Helen Conley Reed Amsden. She graduated from Woodstock High School and received her bachelor of science degree in child development from the New York State School of Human Ecology and received a master's degree in the same field from Cornell University. She was a researcher in child development at Cornell and played a role in the establishment of Head Start. She also pursued both a professional and personal interest in intergenerational connections, working to unite children and elders. Survivors include her husband, Ronny Porras; five children, Daniel, Raimon, Martha, David and Jon; her father; a brother; a sister; three grandchildren; two nieces and three nephews.

Mascitti, Blanche P., 76, of East Montpelier, died Oct. 29. Born in 1921 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Clair and Lucy (Sweetser) Phillips. She attended North Barre School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1941, she married Paul I. Mascitti. She was employed as a cashier in Montgomery Wards in Barre and later in the inspections department of the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles. She retired in 1984. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Pauline Lee; two sons, Paul and John; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Demingway, Almon, 100, of Montpelier, died Oct. 27. Born in 1897 in Franklin, he was the son of George and Emily (Messier) Demingway. He was educated in Franklin schools and served with the Army during WWII. In 1919, he married Lila Mayo, who died in 1923. In 1928, he married Mary Rose Fournier. They owned and operated a farm in Worcester for 47 years. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Marjorie LaMountain and Barbara Rueda; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; several nieces and nephews. 

Bartlett, Howard L., 76, of Plainfield, died Oct. 14. Born in 1920 in Plainfield, he was the son of Clem and Maude (Batchelder) Bartlett. He graduated from Plainfield High School and attended Rittners School of Floral Design in Boston, Mass. He served with the Army Air Force during WWII. He owned and operated a florist business at his home and was also employed as a bookkeeper by Goddard College and Plainfield area businesses. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. Survivors include three nieces, Anita Richardson, Janet Foster and Nan Fowler; three nephews, Kenneth Fowler, Bruce Bartlett and David Fowler; many cousins. 

Anthony, Myrtle, 93, of Montpelier, died Oct. 28. Born in 1904 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Daniel and Martha (Walker) Royce. She was employed at Montpelier Steam Laundry and later for Malnati's Dry Cleaning in Barre. In 1927, she married Leo Anthony, who died in 1989. Survivors include a son, Philip; a daughter, Irene Garrow; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Lamphear, Harold E., 71, formerly of Walden and Cabot, died Oct. 29. Born in 1926 in Walden, he was the son of Harold and Mabel (Barnett) Lamphear Sr. He owned and operated several farms in the Cabot and Walden areas before he retired. He had served with the Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Tina (Gervais) Lamphear; six sons, Harold, William, Matthew, Jeff, Joseph and Sean; four daughters, Catherine Machia, Jean LaFromboise, Gail Prim and Janice Keithen; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; three brothers; seven sisters. 

Lamore, Gene W., 57, formerly of Northfield, died Oct. 27 in West Palm Beach, Fla. Born in 1940 in Montgomery, he was the son of Anthsime Lamore and Florence Pudvah. He had lived in Northfield prior to moving to Florida. He had operated several gas stations and recently owned and operated Barney's Junkyard in Florida. Survivors include his wife, Dawna (Aronson) Lamore; two sons, Randall and Mathew; a daughter, Alanna Whittmore; six brothers and sisters; six granddaughters. 

Sayers, Edward R., 47, of Barre Town, died Oct. 24. Born in 1950 in Woodsville, N.H., he was the son of Raymond and Evelyn (Wheelock) Sayers. He attended schools in the central Vermont area and was employed as a stone cutter for several area granite manufacturers. He was more recently employed as a computer machinist. In 1976, he married Judy Potvin. Survivors include his wife; three sons, James, Christopher and Edward Jr.; four daughters, Amber Page, Sonya Sayers, Corina Sayers and Jennifer Sayers; three grandsons; his mother and step-mother; a brother; three step-brothers; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Paye, Ruth V., 47, formerly of Barre, died Oct. 26. Born in 1950 in Barre, she was the daughter of Alfred and Isabelle (Edson) Rutledge. She attended schools in Haverhill, N.H. In 1967, she married Rodney Paye. She had been employed at P&H Truckstop. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Donna Rainey, Paula Grant and Heather Paye; a son, Chad; seven grandchildren; three sisters; two brothers; several nieces and nephews. 

Austin, Julia Belle, 92, of Barre, died Oct. 25. Born in 1905 in Stamford, N.Y., she was the daughter of William and Grace (Marks) Austin. She graduated from high school in Margaretville, N.Y. and from Middlebury College. She pursued graduate studies at the University of Massachusetts, Wellesley College, Tufts University, William and Mary, the University of Vermont, American Academy in Rome and the Vergillian School in Cumae, Italy. She began her teaching career in Cornwall and taught for a year in Rochester. From 1929 to 1944, she taught in Northfield, Mass. She taught at Spaulding High School from 1944 to 1970, when she retired. She was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Barbara (Mrs. Amos A.) Austin; one nephew; grandnieces; grandnephews; and cousins. 

Thurber, George D., 90, of Orange, died Oct. 25. Born in 1907 in West Brattleboro, he was the son of Edward and Maude (Donaldson) Thurber. In 1910, his family moved to Saskatchewan, Canada, and he attended schools there. He moved to Orange in 1951 and in 1952, married Mamie McCarthy Brooks, who died in 1990. He farmed in Orange until his retirement in 1987. He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the Army. Survivors include his companion, Dorothy Hutchins; a stepson, Charles Brooks; a nephew; two nieces; grandnieces and grandnephews. 

Blom, Dorothy B., 83, of Williamstown, died Oct. 29. Survivors include her daughter, Carolyn and son-in-law William Werneke; a son, Kenneth; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews., Harding, Wendell O., 83, of Montpelier, died Oct. 24. Born in 1914 in East Fairfield, he was the son of Sidney and Maude Harding. He graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy, graduated from Dartmouth College with a bachelor's degree, earned a master's degree from the University of Vermont and continued pre-doctoral studies at Columbia University and Assumption College. In 1940, he married Dorothy Brown. He began his career at Lamoille Central Academy in Hyde Park, then taught at Brandon High School, served as principal at Waitsfield High School and master at the Hill School in Pottstown, Pa. He later became dean of Vermont College and then guidance counselor at Spaulding High School. He belonged to Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Jay R. Harding; a daughter, Wendy Lynn; two grandsons; two granddaughters. 

Richardson, Calvin J., 95, of Barre, died Oct. 27. Born in 1902 in Worcester, he was the son of Charlie and Ella (Getchell) Richardson. He attended schools in Worcester. He was a self-taught handyman and worked on his grandfather's farm in Worcester and other area farms. He was also a logger and board sawyer. Survivors include four sisters, Madge Chaffee, Helen Clough, Ruth Pecor and Nellie Cody; nieces, nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews.

Palmer, Vernal P., 67, of Tunbridge, died Nov. 4. Born in 1930 in Detroit, MI, he was the son of Paul Barney and Clara Belle (Hutchinson) Palmer. The family moved to Middlesex in the early 30s and he and his sister moved to East Randolph to live with John and Elsie Whitney Rogers. They moved to Tunbridge with the Rogers' family in 1940. He attended schools in Randolph, East Randolph and Tunbridge and served with the Army during the Korean War. In 1962, he married Lorraine Conradson. He was employed by A.H. Magalsky of Tunbridge, Darcier's Saw Mill in Chelsea and did tractor and logging work. He then was a carpenter for Maurice Clark of So. Royalton and later he and Craig Chapman established the Palmer & Chapman concrete foundation company. He and his son owned and operated Palmer & Son Foundations and he raised pigs with his daughter. Survivors include his wife; a son, Joseph; a daughter, Shelley Barnaby; five grandchildren; two sisters; a half-sister; two foster sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

White, Roger J., 71, formerly of Marshfield and more recently of Waynesville, N.C., died Nov. 1. Born in 1926 Enfield, CT, he was the son of Sylvester and Emma (Landry) White. He was a Navy veteran of WWII. He and his wife, Patricia Bremner White, owned and operated the Marsh-Plain Motel in Marshfield from 1972 to 1983, moving to North Carolina in 1984. He was also an electrician. Survivors include his wife; his daughter, Martha Keating; two sons, Andrew and Roger; a stepson, Donald Mersereau; a sister; two brothers; six grandchildren. 

LaFrancis, Edwin L., 64, of Chelsea, died Oct. 31. Born in 1933 in Chelsea, he was the son of Everett and Bernice (Flint) LaFrancis. He attended school in Chelsea and graduated from Chelsea High School. In earlier years, he worked at the Ford Poultry Co. in Royalton, the Holstein Friesjan Association and Bartlett Tree Experts, both of Brattleboro. He served with the Air Force during the Korean War and the Vietnam era. He worked for the Postal Service at the Barre City Post Office, retiring in 1994. In 1963, he married Florence Joan Chivers. They lived in Barre for 20 years and moved to Chelsea in 1994. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Michelle LaFrancis; two brothers; two sisters; an aunt; nieces and nephews. 

Corbett, Ruth R., 87, of Waterbury, died Nov. 1. Born in 1910 in Danville, she was the daughter of David and Emily (Green) Corbett. She attended schools in St. Johnsbury and Burlington. She was employed as a housekeeper for the O'Brien family in Burlington and for the past 49 years, made her home with Vera Hanks in Waterbury, where she also worked as a domestic. 

Hamblin, Catherine M., 67, of Montpelier, died Oct. 31. Born in 1930 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of William Moore and Florence (Jerd) Moore. She attended schools in Montpelier. She had been employed as a cook for several area restaurants including the former Miss Montpelier Diner, Wayside, Brown Derby, Stockyard Inn in Montpelier, Henry's Diner in Burlington and the Wagon Wheel in Groton. In 1947, she married Harold Lamphear Jr. In 1965, she married Andrew Hamblin, who died in 1978. Mr. Lamphear died in 1997. Survivors include three daughters, Catherine Machia, Jean LaFromboise and Gail Prim; three sons, Harold, William and Matthew; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister; three brothers; an aunt; several nieces and nephews. 

Cook, Marjorie B., 79, of Marshfield, died Oct. 31. Born in 1918 in Barton, she was the daughter of Edwin and Bertha (Place) Parker. She had been employed by the Vermont State Hospital and was a homemaker. In 1940, she married Arthur Cook. She was a member of the Marshfield United Church. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Edwin, David and Bruce; one daughter, Carla Burns; a sister; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. 

Murray, James G., III, 68, formerly of Barre and more recently of Springfield, died Oct. 31. Born in 1929 in Barre, he was the son of James Murray II and Dorothy Bressett Murray. He was educated in Barre City schools. He was employed by the Vermont Marble quarries. Survivors include his wife, Myrtle Wheeler Murray; three sons, Jeffrey, James and Ronald; four daughters, Kathleen Goodrich, Christine Murray, Pamela Murray and Lori Wright; a half brother; a sister; 10 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Walker, Edward H., Sr., 87, of Berlin, died Oct. 31. Born in 1909 in Bridgeport, Conn., he was the son of Clarence and Pearl Walden (Hayden) Walker. He graduated from the University of Maine at Orono with a forestry degree and received a master's in forestry from Yale University. He served with the Army during WWII. In 1935, he married Dorothy Moore, who died in 1991. They moved to Vermont in 1947 and he accepted the position of county forester and later became northern district forester for the Vermont Forestry Department, from which he retired. He was active in the Berlin Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Barrett; a son, Edward Walker Jr.; a sister; a cousin; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Mack, George L. Sr., 71, of South Walden, died Nov. 2. Born in 1926 in Plainfield, N.J., he was the son of George and Mabel (Love) Mack. He served with the Navy during WWII and founded Middlesex Tool Company, a machine and fabrication shop in New Jersey. He retired in 1982. Survivors include a sons, George; two daughters, Beverly Conway and Laurie Mack-Warden; a half-sister; seven grandchildren; his companion, Susan McLean; a nephew. 

Montgomery, Burton P., 79, of East Brookfield, died Nov. 3. Born in 1917 in Randolph, he was the son of Erwin and Nellie (Bird) Montgomery. He attended schools in Randolph, East Brookfield and Vermont Agricultural College in Randolph Center. He also completed correspondence studies in agriculture from Lasalle University. In 1941, he married Florence Gilmore. They lived on the family farm in Montgomery and in addition to farming, he tended a garden, hauled milk, raised poultry, logged and did beekeeping. He sold the farm in 1969, and he and his brother, Jack, managed a logging operation. He also sold real estate for Peterson Realty of Burlington. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Theresa Coutts, Marguerite Montgomery and Judith Prive; two brothers; a sister; 10 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Williams, Walter L., 73, of Randolph, died Nov. 2. Born in 1924 in Atlanta, GA, he was the son of Willie and Viola (Mangum) Williams. He married Velma Dikens and they moved to Tunbridge in 1970. He was a long-haul truck driver, driving for the Teamsters in New England. Mrs. Williams died in 1993. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. Survivors include an aunt and several nieces and nephews. 

Livingston, Freeda I., 87, of Waitsfield, died Nov. 3. Born in 1910 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Perley and Mabel (Durgey) Bonnette. She received her education in Waitsfield schools. In 1950, she married Sterling Livingston, who died in 1994. She was a housekeeper and operated her brother's service station during WWII. She later became a homemaker. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. 

Cheney, Margaret W., 91, formerly of Barre, and more recently of Springfield, Mass., died Nov. 2. She was born in Aberdeen, Scotland and lived in Barre before moving to Springfield. She was a sales clerk at the Homer Fitts Company, retiring in 1971. Survivors include a daughter, Dorothy Fountain; a brother; a granddaughter and two great-grandchildren. 

Biggs, Frank L., 69, of Barre, died Nov. 1. Born in 1927 in Barre, he was the son of James and Lucy (Wells) Biggs. He attended Barre schools, graduating from Spaulding High School. He joined the Army and served in the European Theater of Operations. He then enrolled at Babson College in Boston, Mass., graduating with a bachelor of science degree in business administration and worked at the former Watdron-Shield Granite Co. in Barre, a family-owned business. He began work for Smith, Whitcomb and Cook Co. in 1960, retiring in 1986. In 1962, he married Laura Fracassi. He was a member of the Air Force Reserve and the Vermont Air National Guard and was affiliated with the Church of Good Shepherd (Episcopal) of Barre. Survivors include their son, Paul Lewis Biggs; three children from a previous marriage, Bruce, Kevin and Donna Biggs; two stepsons, Douglas and Brian Gingras; a stepdaughter, Leslie Gingras Capitano; 10 grandchildren; several step-grandchildren; a sister. 

Carr, Phillips W., Sr., 71, of Tunbridge, died Nov. 1. Born in 1926 in Waterbury, he was the son of Elmer and Ruth (Wescott) Carr. He attended elementary schools in Connecticut and New York and attended Thomaston (Ct.) High School. In 1950, he and his family moved to Tunbridge. In 1961, he married Dorothy Pray Ives. He was employed at Waterbury Plastics in Randolph, retiring in 1989. Survivors include his wife; two children, Sylvia Chandler and Phillips Carr Jr.; four stepchildren, Edith Heath, Barbara Ives, Denis Ives and Bruce Ives; a granddaughter;10 step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Libercent, Norma E., 70, of South Woodbury, died Nov. 1. Born in 1927 in East Barre, she was the daughter of Alonzo and Catherine (Maclaine) Taplin. She received her early education in East Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. She graduated from Sheldon Academy of Beauty Culture in Burlington and was manager of the Beauty Bar in Barre. In 1951, she married Paul Libercent. She owned and operated Paula's Beauty Shop for 19 years. She was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Church. Survivors include her husband; four daughters, Paula Libercent, Pamela Hammond, Pattie Libercent and Penny Libercent; a brother; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Donald, Robert E., 70, of Calais, died Nov. 11. Born in 1927 in Topsham, he was the son of Robert and Marion (King) Donald Sr. He attended Topsham schools and served with the Navy Seabees during WWII. He was employed by Lilly Fuels in Montpelier and later by S.T. Griswold Co. in Williston. In 1947, he married Joan Bruce. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Lucinda Webster and Linda Taylor; a son, Harold Donald; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four sisters; one brother. 

Betchelder, Everett J., 58, of Groton, died Nov. 4. Born in 1939 in Burke Hollow, he was the son of Harold and Beatrice (Hackett) Batchelder. He was employed at Rock of Ages, retiring due to ill health. He also served with the Vermont National Guard. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Morris Batchelder; two daughters, Barbara White and Beatrice Parker; a son, James; five grandchildren; three brothers; two sisters; an aunt; an uncle; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Schaefer, Howard R., 73, of Montpelier, died Nov. 11. Born in 1924 in Randolph, he was the son of Ernest and Christine (Iltgen) Schaefer. He graduated from Montpelier High School. He managed his father's farm and was employed by Allen Lumber Co. In recent years, he was a self-employed finish carpenter. In 1946, he married Beverly Mae Coppins. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Martha Jane Vickers; a son, Douglas; two sisters; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Bryant, Edith P., 69, of Hardwick, died Nov. 8. Born in 1928 in Barnet, she was the daughter of Archie and Inez (Sheldon) Donaghy. She attended public schools in Hardwick. She was first married to Eugene Langford and later to LeRoy Bryant. She was a homemaker. Survivors include a son, Dennis Jr.; six grandchildren; a great-grandson; two brothers; a sister; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Bly, Heather C., formerly of Montpelier, died Nov. 5 in Hudson, Fla. She lived in Montpelier before moving to Florida in 1994 and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Her husband, E. Beach Bly, died in April. Survivors include two daughters, Barbara Day and Elizabeth Fitzpatrick; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. 

Taylor, Harold E., 85, of Williamstown, died Nov. 13. Born in 1912 in East Montpelier, he was the son of William and Margaret (LaRow) Taylor. he received his early education in Brookfield East Hill School. In 1935, he married Sadie Alexander. He worked at the Goodrich Dairy in Northfield and later for the State of Vermont Highway Department. He and his wife also owned and operated the Alexander farm for many years. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jean Fisher; a son, David; four granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Delude, Michelle M., 14, of Northfield, died Nov. 14. Born in 1983 in Berlin, she was the daughter of Francis and Donna (Poulen) Delude. She was a freshman at Northfield High School and was a member of varsity hockey cheerleading squad. She played softball and was a member of the junior varsity soccer team and the Students Helping Improve Northfield's Enthusiasm (SHINE) peer leadership group. She was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include her custodial guardian and cousin, Toni Lawrence; her father, Francis Delude; a sister, Danielle Delude; a grandmother, Lila Poulen; a half-brother, Matthew Cummings; several aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Parry, Arthur J., 72, of Barre, died Nov. 14. Born in 1924 in Barre, he was the son of Arthur and Lillian (Gonyo) Parry Sr. He attended Barre schools. In 1944, he married Louise Griffith. He served with the Marine Corps from 1942-49. He had been employed at the F.D. Ladd Co. in Barre, at Cross Bakery in Montpelier and was also a sandblaster for several area granite manufacturers. He and his wife owned and operated Twin City Memorials on the Barre-Montpelier Road. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Bonnie Valadez; two sons, Arthur III and Bert; three brothers; one sister; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Hayward, Lela J., 91, of Marshfield, died Nov. 11. Born in 1906 in Marshfield, she was the daughter of Richard and Jennie (Carpenter) Annis. She grew up in Groton. Her husband, George B. Hayward, is deceased. Survivors include nieces and nephews. 

Barry, Mabel A., 89, of Brookfield, died Nov. 12. Born in 1908 in Enid, OK, she was the daughter of Karl and Mary Jane (Thompson) Arnold. She graduated from Enid High School and from law school in Washington, D.C. In 1944, she married William F. Barry, who died in 1983. They lived in Arlington, Va., where she practiced law, retiring in 1977. She had lived with her son in Brookfield since 1995. She had been a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Arlington, VA. Survivors include her son, William; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Owen, David H., 89, of Randolph, died Nov. 13. Born in 1908 in Bethel, he was the son of Herbert and Bertha (Derby) Owen. He was educated in Randolph and Bethel Gilead schools. In 1935, he married Irene Perry, they divorced. He later married Dorothy Dow, who died in 1960. He married Gladys Martell, who died in 1976. He worked at the Savage Mill and the Randall Mill and later owned and operated a dairy farm. He also worked as a carpenter, paper hanger. Survivors include a son, Arthur; a daughter, Veronica Armstrong; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. 

Demingware, Cora, 95, of Moretown, died Nov. 13. Born in 1902 in St. Albans Bay, she was the daughter of Henry Richard and Delia (Belliveau) Richards. She attended schools in St. Albans Bay. In 1924, she married Ernest Demingware, who died in 1980. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include a son, Wilson; a daughter Eva Barrows; 15 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Magoon, Vesta K., 99, of Hardwick, died Nov. 9. Born in 1898, she was the daughter of Clarence and Ellen (Knapp) Knapp. She attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1956, she married Walter Oliver Magoon, who died in 1967. She worked at Granite Trust Co. and remained there through the mergers of Hardwick Savings Bank and the Granite Trust Co. She also worked for Barcomb Motors as bookkeeper, retiring in 1974. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include cousins, George Webster, Dorothy Webster, Phyllis Mecurio and Pearl Webster. 

Malas, Hilda H., 86, of Barre, died Nov. 2. Born in 1911 in East Ryegate, she was the daughter of Ray and Maude (Simonds) Hayes. She lived most of her life in Groveton, N.H. and graduated from the Houle Beauty Academy in Manchester, N.H. She owned and operated the Little Dutch Beauty Shoppe in Groveton. She and her mother also operated a rooming house. She had lived with her daughter, Charay Malas in Chelsea before moving to Rowan Court Nursing Home. She was a local news correspondent for the Berlin (N.H.) Reporter, St. Johnsbury Caledonia Record and the Lancaster (N.H.) Democrat. She wrote "Hilda's Handy Household Hints." She cared for many animals and donations may be made in her name to the Central Vermont Humane Society, PO Box 687, Montpelier, Vt. 05602. Survivors include her daughter, Charay Malas. 

Sayah, Leo E., 91, of Williamstown, died Nov. 10. Born in 1906 in Orange, he was the son of Wilford and Josephine (Blow) Sayah. He attended Orange school. In 1938, he married Aline LaPerle, who died in 1993. He worked in road maintenance on town roads for the town of Orange and later owned and operated a farm in Williamstown until he retired. He was a member of St. Edward's Church in Williamstown. Survivors include three daughters, Rita (Mrs. Clyde) Bedell, Cecile Sayah and Alice (Mrs. Alphonse) LaRocque; a son, Leo; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Shepard, Harold A., 90, of Berlin, died Nov. 9. Born in 1907 in Berlin, he was the son of Emanuel and Charlotte (St. John) Shepard. He received his education in Berlin. He had served in the Army during WWI. In 1937, he married Alda Bertelli. He owned and operated Shepard Moving Co., retiring in the later 1970s. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include his wife; a sister, Ruth Bishop; a brother, Carl; several nieces and nephews. 

West, Richard R., 66, of Duxbury, died Nov. 11. Born in 1930 in Waterbury, he was the son of Herbert and Goldie (Hill) West. He graduated from Waterbury High School. In 1954, he married Henrietta Sherman, who died in 1990. He was a stonecutter, worked in maintenance at the Vermont State Hospital and worked for IBM, retiring in 1992. He served with the Waterbury Army National Guard Unit. Survivors include a daughter, Susan West; a son, Herbert; three grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Darling, Basil A., 84, formerly of Barre, East Barnet and St. Johnsbury, died Nov. 6 in North Haverill, N.H. He was born in 1912 in Barre, the son of Harley and Della (LaFleur) Darling. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was employed as operator of the Comerford Dam in East Barnet. Survivors include his wife, Jean (Flynn) Darling; four sons, Greg, Chris, Gary and Matthew; eight grandchildren.

Fernandez, Doris C., 75, of Montpelier, died Nov. 17. Born in 1922 in Middlesex, she was the daughter of Charles and Dora (Barlow) Cooney Sr. She attended Middlesex Grade School and Montpelier High School. In 1941, she married Louis Fernandez, who died in 1989. They owned and operated Fernandez Market until 1988. Survivors include a daughter, Louise Fernandez; a son, Phillip Fernandez; two grandchildren; four sisters; a brother; her stepfather; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Peakes, Margaret T., 87, formerly of Montpelier, died Nov. 17. Born in St. Austel, Cornwall, England, she moved to Springfield, Mass. at age five. She attended Bryant and Stratton Secretarial School. In 1940, she married Robert Peakes. She was secretary to the post exchange officer at Columbia Air Base in S.C., while her husband was stationed there. They moved to Montpelier where she worked as an interior decorator. She also worked as an interior decorator for National Life Insurance Co. and later became assistant director of the sales promotion division. After she retired, she owned and operated a Christmas Barn in Moretown until moving to Brewster, Mass. in 1978. Survivors include her husband; nieces and nephews. 

Conti, Reno J., 79, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 13. He graduated from the University of Vermont and George Washington University and was a veteran of the Air Force, serving in the European Theater. He was employed as chief of the Congressional Research Department of the Library of Congress. Survivors include his wife, Katherine E. Conti; two daughters, Terri Conti and Eleanor Conti; a sister; a brother; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild. 

Reynolds, Helen H., 91, of East Montpelier, died Nov. 15. Born in 1906 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Leon and Anna (Reed) Hart. She attended schools in Brookfield. In 1924, she married Harold Reynolds, who died in 1962. She worked at Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant in Barre, retiring in 1982. Survivors include two grandsons, Randy Reynolds and Daniel Reynolds; two great-granddaughters; nieces and nephews. 

Fitts, Doris M., 73, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 15. Born in 1924 in Barre, she was the daughter of Robert and Ruth (Milne) Paterson. She attended Barre City elementary schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1946, she married H. Wendell Fitts. She was a sales clerk at Homer Fitts Company, which was owned by her husband. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church and attended St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center, Fla., where they retired to. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Wendy Marcotte; five sons, Donald, David, Stephen, Robbie and Scott; 11 grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Feierabend, Margaret, 86, formerly of Tunbridge, died Nov. 19. Born in Little Rock, Ark., she was the daughter of Corley Gee Price and Ethel Woods Price. She graduated from Vassar College and received a master's degree from Albany State Teacher's College. In 1935, she married William Herold Feierabend, who died in 1990. She was a teacher in Red Hook, N.H. Survivors include three daughters, Carol Feierabend, Dale Schrader and Joan Feierabend; seven grandchildren. 

Sweet, Frank R., 76, of Waterbury, died Nov. 18. Born in 1921 in Middlesex, he was the son of Raymond and Ethel (Chipman) Sweet. He attended schools in Middlesex. He worked for Central Vermont Railroad for several years and later was a farmer and logger in the Waterbury area. He retired in 1982. Survivors include his longtime companion, Eva Richardson; a daughter, Gloria Santamore; seven grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Parizo, Ruby E., 79, of Waterbury, died Nov. 18. Born in 1918 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Charles and Evelena (Dubie) Pelkey. She attended schools in Duxbury. In 1935, she married Raymond Parizo, who died in 1965. She worked at Pratt and Whitney Corp. in Conn., during WWII and later at National Clothespin Co. in Montpelier, retiring in 1984. She was a member of St. Andrew's Church in Waterbury. Survivors include a brother, Max Pelkey; nieces and nephews. 

LeMay, Alice M., 92, of Montpelier, died Nov. 18. Born in 1904 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Adelord and Eva (LeMay) LeMay. She received her early education at St. Michael's Grade School and graduated from Montpelier High School. She worked at National Life Insurance Company and following retirement, was a receptionist and bookkeeper at St. Augustine Rectory. She was a member of St. Augustine Parish. Survivors include two sisters, Florida Pinard and Helen Dell; many nieces and nephews. 

Pratt, Leonard L., 83, of Waterbury, died Nov. 19. Born in 1914 in Underhill, he was the son of Peter and Elsie (Butler) Pratt. He attended schools in Underhill. In 1935, he married Clara Abare. He was a lathe operator at Pilgrim Plywood Co., worked at Demerritt Co. and at the Stoneware Co. in Stowe. He retired from Gallagher Lumber in 1974. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Elizabeth Kling; a son, Hollis Pratt; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. 

Michaelis, Gerri, 40, of Marshfield, died Nov. 18. Born in 1957 in Camden, N.J., she was the daughter of Gerard and Barbara (Meldrum) Schlindwein. She graduated from Cinnaminson, N.J. high school and in 1988, married Mark Michaelis. She was a personnel assistant with the Rural Development Agency of the USDA in Montpelier. She was a member of Sacred Heart Parish in N.J. and the North American Martyrs Church in Marshfield. Survivors include her husband; her father; three sisters, Barbara Zimmermann, Patty Schlindwein and Peggy Engleman; two brothers, Paul Schlindwein and Larry Schlindwein; many nieces and nephews. 

Martin, Arnold, 60, formerly of Woodbury and more recently of Arkansas, died Nov. 13. Born in 1937 in Woodbury, he was the son of Harold and Phoebe (Shedd) Martin Sr. He attended Woodbury School and served with the Army. He had been employed at Ralston Purina Co. in St. Johnsbury and later owned and operated a garage in Walden and was an auctioneer. He also worked for White Pass Railroad in Alaska and operated a tractor-trailer business, before becoming physically disabled. Survivors include, Bonnie; two sons, Arnold Jr. and Greg; two daughters, Deborah Walsh and Lisa Martin; a sister; two brothers; an aunt; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Rossi, L. Kevin, 42, of Montpelier, died Nov. 17. Born in 1955 in Barre, he was the son of Lawrence and Nelda (Giannoni) Rossi. He attended Berlin Elementary School, graduated from U-32 High School and attended Johnson State College. He later attended the University of Wyoming. He was employed as a carpenter. Survivors include his wife, Sheri (Jerd) Rossi; his parents; a son, Zachary; a daughter, Elisabeth; a brother; a sister; a niece; a nephew; aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Duffy, Richard W., 63, of Waterbury Center, died Nov. 19. Born in 1934 in Waterville, he was the son of Richard and Hilda (Patterson) Duffy. He attended schools in Waterville and Jeffersonville. In 1953, he married Joan C. Gibbs. He was an electrician for G.W. Electrical Service in Waterbury, retiring in 1996. Survivors include his wife; his mother; two sons, Alan and Ryan; a grandson; three granddaughters; a great-granddaughter; two sisters; two brothers; an aunt; nieces and nephews. 

Marshall, Emma B., 63, of Waterbury Center, died Nov. 14. Born in 1933 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of Clair and Sophy (Ravelin) Forkey. She attended Duxbury Corner School and graduated from Waterbury High School. In 1955, she married Milo Marshall, who died in 1992. She was employed in the research department of the Vermont State Hospital and worked with her husband in the family-owned business, Milo Marshall Excavation. She also owned and operated The Spinning Wheel in Waterbury Center. Survivors include a son, Dennis; two grandchildren; her father; a sister; nieces and nephews. 

Day, Alvin W., Sr., 69, of Williamstown, died Nov. 15. Born in 1928 in Brookfield, he was the son of John and Esther (Tabor) Day. He attended elementary school in Randolph and graduated from Williamstown High School. He was employed by the State of Vermont Department of Employment Security. He served with the Air Force during the Korean War. In 1953, he married Joyce Brookshire. Survivors include his wife; his mother; three sons, Alvin Jr., Stephen and J. Gregg; two grandsons; three brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Kendall, Roland E., 69, of Randolph, died Nov. 15. Born in 1928 in Braintree, he was the son of Robert and Rena (Keach) Kendall. He was educated in Braintree and graduated from Randolph High School. He was a lineman for Central Vermont Public Service Corp. in Randolph, retiring in 1989. Survivors include his wife, Irene Rood Kendall, whom he married in 1950; three daughters, Janel Barut, Jeannine gay and Julie Williams; two brothers; six grandchildren. 

Lesure, Carole A., 57, of Montpelier, died Nov. 14. Born in 1940 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Virginia Gilbert. She was adopted by Elmer and Ethel (Davis) Bigelow shortly after. She grew up in Berlin and later in Montpelier, where she attended schools. In 1957, she married William Robinson, who died in 1968. In 1992, she married John "Jack" Lesure. She had lived in Northfield and worked at Norwich University before retiring in 1992. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Marilyn Robinson; two sons, Jerried Robinson and Terry White; six grandchildren; her birth mother; several brothers and sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Codling, Cresswell A., 60, of Marshfield, died Nov. 20. Born in 1937 in East Montpelier, he was the son of Dorothy (Willey) and Cresswell Codling. He attended elementary school in Marshfield and graduated from Marshfield High School. In 1957, he married Ellen Welch. He was a self-employed plumber and electrician. He was a member of the Plainfield Volunteer Fire Department and a current member of the Board of Selectmen for the town of Marshfield. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a daughter, Sarah Terhune; two sons, Cresswell and Timothy; eight grandchildren; a brother; two sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Fitch, George Harvey, 82, of East Montpelier, died Nov. 23. Born in 1915 in East Montpelier, he was the son of Clarence and Francis Mary (Harvey) Fitch. He attended school in East Montpelier and graduated from the Vermont Agricultural School in Randolph. He was a self-employed dairy farmer and a longtime member of Agway. He was director of the Adamant Co-op and Adamant Credit Union, was a 4-H leader and served as a lister for the Town of East Montpelier. He was a school board director and was currently a cemetery commissioner. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Barbara Helene Cassavoy Fitch; one daughter, Kathleen Doner; one son, Bruce; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. 

Halonski, Pauline, 63, of Waterbury, died Nov. 20. Born in 1934 in Brandon, she was the daughter of Alfred and Helen (Rogers) Pearce. She attended schools in Warren. She worked at Mehuron's Grocery Store in Irasville and later was a housekeeper in the central Vermont area. She had been married to Manley Blaisdell and later Robert Halonski. Survivors include a son, Terry Pearce Sr.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; four sisters; six brothers; nieces and nephews. 

LeMay, Monique R., 84, of Montpelier, died Nov. 21. Born in 1912 in St. Alexis, Quebec, she was the daughter of John and Bernadette (Turcotte) LeMay. She received her education in Canada. She had been employed as a private housekeeper in Montpelier and later worked at Heaton House as a nurse's aide. She retired in 1979. She was a member of St. Augustine's Church. Survivors include her brother, Robert J. LeMay; a niece, Judy LeMay; and a nephew, Bernard Dufresne.

Phelps, Olan K., 54, of Wolcott, died Nov. 28. Born in 1943 in Wolcott, he was the son of Burton and Dorothy (Grant) Phelps. He attended public schools in Wolcott and Peoples Academy. In 1964, he married Ruth Cleveland. He and his wife owned and operated Phelps Trucking in Wolcott. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Ronda Lang and Robin Flood; four brothers, Edward, Lloyd, Roland and Dale; five sisters, Lillian Byrns, Luella Gomez, Dorothy Graves, Clover Towne and Carmelita Belisle; five grandchildren; two aunts; two uncles; several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

DeForge, Dorothy F., 86, of Barre, died Nov. 25. Born in 1911 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of John and Florence (Cadett) Johnson. She attended schools in Montpelier. In 1929, she married Wilfred DeForge, who died in 1965. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include seven daughters, Joan Fitzgerald, Florence Morris, Betty Paul, Mary Cannon, Ramona David, Shirley Klug and Arlene Roach; two sons, Rodney and Charles; 27 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews. 

Noelk, Victor H., 74, of Graniteville, died Nov. 27. Born in 1923 in Tupper Lake, N.Y., he was the son of Victor and Mildred (Thomas) Noelk. He attended schools in Conifer, N.Y. and graduated from Tupper Lake High School. He served with the Army during WWII. In 1947, he married Helen Joan Edwards. They moved to Barre in 1968 and to Graniteville in 1993. He worked for the L.B. Smith Co. of Barre, retiring in 1968 as manager. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Douglas, Bradford and Curtis; a daughter, Molly (Mrs. Jon) Bucci; three grandchildren; a brother; an aunt; a niece and a nephew. 

Weston, Alvin J., 88, of Middlesex, died Nov. 27. Born in 1909 in Duxbury, he was the son of William and Maud (Page) Weston. He attended schools in Huntington. He farmed and had been employed as a lumberman and a milk route driver, retiring in 1960. In 1933, he married Lila Longley. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Winston Sr. and Frederick; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; several cousins. 

Geary, Gwendoline M., 91, of Barre Town, died Nov. 22. Born in 1906 in Falmouth, England, she was the daughter of Edmund and Emily (Scoble) Penhallurick. She moved to Danbury, Connecticut in 1930. She married Glenfield Geary and they moved to South Barre in 1972. He died in 1979. She was employed as a check inspector for Sprague Electric Co. in North Adams, Mass. Survivors include a daughter, Helen (Mrs. George) Schwarzer; a son, Richard; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. 

Elmer, Herbert E., 78, of Graniteville, died Nov. 26. Born in 1919 in St. Albans, he was the son of Herbert and Eva (LeFebvre) Elmer. He attended school in Orange. During WWII, he served with the Army. In 1941, he married Claire Benoit. He and his wife owned and operated Benoit's Store in Lower Graniteville. He later worked for L.D. Hutchins Insulation Co. of Barre, from which he retired. He attended St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville. Survivors include his wife; a son, Herbert; a daughter, Sandra (Mrs. Douglas) Compo; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; many nieces and nephews. 

Upham, Mariah L., infant daughter of Greg and Penny (Hill) Upham, died Nov. 26. She was born Nov. 8. Survivors include her parents; her paternal grandmother, Florence Upham; her maternal grandparents, Alfred and Anna Hill; a stepbrother, Kevin Upham; many aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Pellon, Blanche E., 83, of Berlin, died Nov. 23. Born in 1914 in Worcester, she was the daughter of Charlie and Florence (Brown) Philbin. She grew up in the Worcester and Calais area. She was first married to Leon Wheeler and later to Raymond Pellon. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband; a son, Edward; a daughter, Florence Dickinson; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Bryan, Hortense G., 94, of Montpelier, died Nov. 24. Born in 1903 in Pinar del Rio, Cuba, she was the daughter of Lorenzo and Evangelina (Sanchez) Gomez. She moved to Key West, FL, and attended schools there. In 1933, she married Stuart Bryan, who died in 1985. They had moved to Montpelier, where she was known for her oil paintings. She was a member of St. Augustine Parish. Survivors include three sons, Robert, Stuart Jr. and Richard; a sister; a brother; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Giroux, Adelina L., 95, formerly of Randolph, died Nov. 23. Born in 1902 in East Hereford, Quebec, she was the daughter of Moise and Rosa (Duranleau) Riendeau. She was educated in Canada. In 1920, she married Oscar Giroux, who died in 1971. They operated a farm in Rochester Hollow. She had lived in R.I. since 1996. Survivors include two sons, Armand and Paul; a daughter, Sister Aline Giroux; a brother; three sisters; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; more than 100 nieces and nephews. 

Cain, Josephine L., 82, of Barre, died Nov. 22. Born in 1915 in Olean, N.Y., she was the daughter of Edward and Rose (Swart) O'Shaughnessy. She graduated from Olean High School and Westbrook Commercial Academy in N.Y. She had been employed at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. for several years. In 1943, she married Oscar Cain, who died in 1991. They moved to Barre in 1956 and she worked for the State of Vermont Council on Aging before she retired. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a son, Michael Cain; a daughter, Karen Cain; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Ingersoll, Richard L., 51, of Berlin, died Dec. 2. Born in 1946 in Montpelier, he was the son of Charles and Beryl (Briggs) Ingersoll. He received his early education in Montpelier, graduated from Montpelier High School and attended Bentley College in Waltham, Mass. In 1967, he married Diana Dodson. He was a civil engineer employed by Knight Engineering Consulting in Williston. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jennifer Leigh Ingersoll; a sister; several cousins. 

Drury, Robert H., 64, of Northfield, died Nov. 29. Born in 1932 in Barre, he was the son of William and Edith (Stevens) Drury. He attended Barre schools. He served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1956, he married Joan Partlow. He was a stonecutter, having worked for Rock of Ages Corp. and Montpelier Granite Works, and retiring in 1992. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Douglas, David and Daniel; three daughters, Deborah Croteau, Denise Mercadante and Daphney Williams; two brothers; three sisters; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews. 

Russell, Howard C., 90, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 2. Born in 1906 in Barre, he was the son of William Walker Russell and Ida May (Cluness) Russell. Prior to retirement, he was a federal bank examiner working for the United States Government. His wife, Mary Storti Sassi Russell, died in May of this year. He had been a member of Barre Congregational Church and was a Navy veteran of WWII. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Russell; a stepson, Charles Sassi; eight step-grandchildren; 15 step-great-grandchildren. 

Blais, Leo J., 66, of Barre, died Dec. 1. Born in 1931 in Barre, he was the son of Arthur and Louise (Stacy) Blais. He attended Ayers Street and Lincoln schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. IN 1952, he married Earlene Shannon. He served with the Army National guard and while on active duty, he served two tours in Vietnam. He was first employed by Sealtest Ice cream Co. of Barre and later as a draftsman for Buttura & Son Granite Co. and North Barre Granite Co. He later became bookkeeper for Twin City Sandblast and was employed at Timber Village in Quechee. Survivors include his wife; a son, Dr. Mark Blais; three daughters, Sheila Duranleau, Lynn Blais and Shannon Blais; eight grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Abbott, William R., Jr., 74, formerly of Calais, died Nov. 30. Born in 1923 in East Calais, he was the son of William and Helen (Gray) Abbott. He attended schools in East Calais and Cabot. He served in the Army with the 101st Airborne Division during WWII. In 1950, he married Patricia H. (Smith) Abbott. He worked at Cone Blanchard Machine Tool Co., retiring in 1986. Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael; three daughters, Debra Kelly, Donna Dougher and Kathleen O'Neill; two brothers; a sister; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Peck, Harold A., 84, of Williamstown, died Nov. 30. Born in 1913 in East Montpelier, he was the son of Addison and Mamie (Felix) Peck. He attended the Plainfield School. In 1939, he married Violet E. Bernier. He was a truck driver for many years for the Ray Churchill Trucking Co., a granite transfer company, from which he retired. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Shirley J. Barnhill and Sandra E. Field; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Ward, Francis X., 92, of Berlin, died Dec. 3. Born in 1905 in New York City, he was the son of John and Anna (Kerrigan) Ward. In 1923, he married Irene Carroll. They bought a farm in East Calais in 1955. She died in 1993. He worked at Consolidated Edison Electric Co. and had served in the New York City Police Department prior to moving to Vermont. Survivors include a son, the Rev. Donald Ward; two daughters, Rosemary Barrow and Dorothy Connolly; 12 grandchildren; 10 grat-grandchildren. 

Nailer, Leila L., 88, of Barre, died Dec. 4. Born in 1909 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of Merton and Stella (Richards) Cochran. She had lived most of her live in Groveton, N.H., where she graduated from Groveton High School. She moved to Barre in 1972. She had worked for New England Telephone as an operator and also a route carrier for the St. Johnsbury Caledonia Record. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church in Grovetown and attended St. Monica Church in Barre. Survivors include nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Aller, Freda E., 76, of Barre, died Dec. 4. Born in 1920 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Fred and Ila (Reynolds) Perry. In 1969, she married George Aller. She was predeceased by her husband, a brother, Raymond and three sisters, Agnes McNally, Hazel Hill and Gertrude Currier. 

Carpenter, Gary D., 46, of Barre, died Dec. 5. Born in 1950 in Fort Leavenworth, KS, he was the son of Paul and Mildred (Beede) Carpenter. He attended schools in Germany before coming to Barre in 1963. He attended Spaulding High School and was later employed in the Berlin Corner Cemetery and a number of local pizza shops. Survivors include his father and mother; a brother, Douglas Carpenter; four sisters, Tina Carpenter, Jacqueline Matheson, Nancy Beer and Paula Casablanca; aunts, uncles, several nieces and nephews. 

Spellman, Helen B., 75, of East Calais, died Nov. 29. Born in 1922 in Cambridge, Mass., she was the daughter of Leslie and Irene (Merrill) Rogers. She spent much of youth in Barre. She was a registered nurse, having graduated from the Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. she served in the army Nursing Corps during WWII. She married Raymond Spellman. She attended the Calais-Woodbury Parish. Survivors include three sisters, Lorraine Cate, Hazel Cate and Francis Rogers; nieces and nephews., Lashua, Robert R., 73, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 2. Born in 1924 in Williston, he was the son of Raymond and Marguerite (Bell) Lashua. In 1945, he married Margery Fletcher. He served with the Navy during WWII. He worked at Staples Granite Co. and for Colombo Granite Co., retiring after 30 years of service. Survivors include his wife; two sons, David and Peter; four granddaughters; two nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. 

Alzaga, Pilar, 86, of Barre, died Dec. 1. Born in 1911 in Santander, Spain, she was the daughter of Jose and Soledad (Olavarri) Sancibrian. She came to the United States at age three and settled in Barre, where she attended schools. In 1930, she married Rudolfo Alzaga. They operated Alzaga's Market on South Main Street in Barre. Mr. Alzaga died in 1975. Survivors include a son, Rudolph; two daughters, Irene Alzaga and Louise McGibney; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Tremblay, J. Edgar, 77, of Waitsfield, died Dec. 2. Born in 1920 in Bellows Falls, he was the son of Thomas and Maria (Simard) Tremblay. He was educated in Middlebury and served with the Navy during WWII. In 1952, he married Sally J. Wimble. He operated a farm and founded the VerdMont Trailer Park and converted the farmhouse into a ski lodge, operating it for 12 years. He later became employed at Bisbee Hardware and then established Tremblay Plumbing and Heating, which he operated for 32 years. He was a member of Our Ladey of Snows Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Rita Viens; a son, Thomas; three grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; a great-grandson; four sisters; five brothers; many nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Young, Wayne A., 72, of South Royalton, died Nov. 28. Born in 1924 in Randolph, he was the son of Martin and Mildred (Corse) Young. He attended school in Tunbridge. In 1943, he married Mary E. Eddy. He operated his own business, W.A. Young's Body Shop and was a member of the Rescue Squad and the South Royalton Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Martha Ann Ponder, Bertha Ardell Kissinger and Kathleen Ellen French; four grandchildren; a step-grandson; two brothers; tow sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Heath, Charlotte Russell, 73, formerly of St. Johnsbury and Montpelier died on Dec. 13. Born in 1924 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Merton Russell and Ruth Ann Snelling. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy. In 1943, she married Philip Heath, who died in 1990. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury Center and later the First Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include her two daughters, Ruth Ann Bean and Charlene (Sherry) Giguere; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a niece. 

Taylor, Bruce A., 47, of Barre, died Dec. 4. Born in 1950 in Montpelier, he was the son of Horace and Jean (Lyon) Taylor. He graduated from Montpelier High School. He had worked as a chef and kitchen manager in Montpelier, Stowe and Waterbury, retiring in 1990 due to ill health. In 1992, he married Sandra Broadwell. Survivors include his wife; his mother; three stepdaughters, Denise Tracy, Michele Dunbar and Renee Trace; eight grandchildren; a brother; a half-brother; two aunts; nieces and nephews. 

LeRoy, Robert A., 71, of Montpelier, died Dec. 7. Born in 1926 in Barre, he was the son of Milford and Cleora (Wilfore) LeRoy. He served in the Navy during WWII and was a transportation technician with the Vermont Highway Department, retiring in 1991. In 1991, he married Betty Mureta Gauthier. Survivors include his wife; several nieces and nephews. 

Horton, Laura E., 90, formerly of Plainfield, died Dec. 7. Born in 1906 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Eugene and Bessie (Dutton) Putnam. She received her education in East Barnet and Cabot schools. In 1949, she married Larry Horton. She was employed as a pastry chef as various restaurants and worked as a cook at Vermont College in Montpelier. Survivors include a son, Stephen; a granddaughter. 

Bissell, Gladys M., 94, of Warren, died Dec. 7. Born in 1903 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Deane and Gertrude (Jones) Fassett. She graduated from Randolph High School and Randolph Normal School. In 1922, she married Charles W. Bissell, who is deceased. She taught elementary school in Brookfield, Beanville and North Fayston and was a substitute in the Warren school system. She also worked as a mail carrier and served as town auditor in Warren. She also cooked at Camp Downer and at Maple Leaf Nursing Home in Essex Center. Survivors include two daughters, Muriel Griffin and Marion Snow; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Buck, Ted, Jr., 47, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 6. Born in 1950 in Barre, he was the son of Theodore and Margery (Geach) Buck. He graduated from North Country High School and Lyndon State College. He had been personnel director at Newport Plastics Corp. and Columbia Plywood and later at Sprague Electric Co. in Barre. He was appointed by Gov. Kunin as director of job training for the state of Vermont. He moved to Washington, D.C. and at the time of his death was senior vice president of Lee, Hecht and Harrison. Survivors include his wife, Gladys Buck; two sons, Devin and Nathan; two sisters. 

Hernandez, Jose E., 59, of Berlin, died Dec. 4. Born in Arizona, he was the son of Jose and Abedonia (Espinoza) Hernandez. He attended Phoenix area schools. He worked for Arizona Sand & Rock Co. and moved to Vermont, where he worked at Cooley & Son Paving. For the past several years he operated Salsa by Joe and operated a vending truck that provided Mexican foods. He was also an accomplished artist. Survivors include his wife; his mother; two sons, Fernando and Benny; four daughters, Carla Nieto, Linda Hernandez, Cathy Agular and Donna Sholtz; two brothers; one sister; two stepsons, Thomas Farnsworth and Sky Phillips; two daughters, Yolanda Slothower and Molly Farr; 26 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. 

Jones, Ruth M., 70, of Warren, died Dec. 7. Born in 1927 in Rutland, she was the daughter of Francis and Ruth (Bean) LaPine. She graduated from Pittsford High School and Castleton State College with a degree in education. In 1950, she married Robert Jones, who died in 1989. She was a teacher at Warren and Fayston elementary schools. Later she worked for the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles and the Vermont Department of Taxes. Survivors include two sons, James and John; a sister; three brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Edgecomb, Muriel L., 85, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 28. Born in 1912 in New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of Charles and Carrie (Wetherby) Vandergrift. She attended elementary school in Dover, N.H. and graduated from Berwick Academy in Berwick, Maine. She also graduated from the Henrietta D. Goodall Hospital School of Nursing. In 1935, she married Marshaman Edgecomb, who died in 1996. She was a registered nurse and supervisor at Barre City Hospital and also in Sanford, Maine and Dover, N.H. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include a son, Terrance; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother; a sister; a niece and a nephew. 

DeForge, Wilson T., 85, of Graniteville, died Dec. 5. Born in 1912 in Barre, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank DeForge. He attended schools in Barre. He served with the Army during WWII and was employed at LaCross Memorials and later at Comolli Granite Co., retiring in 1978. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include a close friend, Rachel Pelkey; nieces and nephews. 

Friot, Ritchie E., 26, of Middlesex, died Dec. 5. Born in 1971 in Berlin, he was the son of Richard and Ruth (Sinclair) Friot. He received his early education in Montpelier and attended Montpelier High School. He enjoyed listening and talking on citizens band radio. 

Cota, Jesse A., 81, of Warren, died Dec. 6. Born in 1916 in Fayston, he was the son of Frederick and Cynthia (Adams) Cota. He attended schools in Fayston and Waitsfield. In 1944, he married Elaine Larrow. He worked with the Civil Conservation Corps and later served with the National Guard and the Army. He was employed at Tucker Hill Lodge in Fayston. He owned and operated Cota Construction and also worked for the US Postal Service. He was a member of Warren United Church. Survivors include his wife; and nieces and nephews. 

Sole, Hazel T., 82, of Barre, died Dec. 6. Born in 1915 in Graylin, CO, she was the daughter of Theodore and Marie (Nielsen) Thygesen. She attended schools in Graylin and South Barre. She worked at Vermont Plastics Co. and later at the Maple Museum. Her first husband, George Stortz, predeceased her. In 1942, she married Wilfred Sole, who died in 1989. Survivors include a daughter, Mae Marie Paloadore; a granddaughter; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Johnson, Arlene S., 76, formerly of Brookfield, died Dec. 9. Born in 1921 in Wareham, Mass., she was the daughter of Ralph and Alva (Keyes) Washburn. She attended schools in Carver, Mass. She married John E. Johnson, who died in 1988. Survivors include six sons, Ronald, Richard, Glenn, Darrell, Gerald and Marshall; 14 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother. 

Priest, Stanley R., 71, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 5. He served in the Army during WWII and was retired from employment as a sheet metal worker in Grafton, Mass. Survivors include his wife, Jean (Middleton) Priest. 

Hanson, Edward R., 64, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 9. Born in 1933 in Milwaukee, WI, he was the son of Eldon and Isabel (Roberts) Hanson. He attended elementary school in Wisconsin and graduated from St. John's Military Academy in Wisconsin. He later received a degree in paralegal studies from Woodbury College in Montpelier, graduated from the Adult Degree Program at Vermont College of Norwich University with a bachelor's degree and was pursuing a master's degree at Vermont College. He served with the Army during the Korean War. In 1956, he married Nancy Wilson. They moved to East Montpelier in 1992. He was an industrial engineer and later was employed as a machine tools salesman for Barcorp Inc. of Plattsburgh. He was a former member of Trinity Church (Episcopal) in Plattsburgh and a member of the Church of Good Shepherd (Episcopal) in Barre. Survivors include his wife; a son, Carl; a daughter, Karen Hanson; an aunt and cousins. 

Lentini, Monica A., 84, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 11. Born in 1913 in Shenendoah, Iowa, she was the daughter of Antonio and Anita (Gaballoni) Frontini. She received her early education in Barre, graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Goddard Seminary. She was a teller and bookkeeper at the Barre Opera House and for Central Vermont Railroad in New York City. She returned to Barre in 1946 and worked at Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant. In 1939 she married Vincent Lentini, who died in 1996. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a son, Gary; two grandchildren. 

Whittemore, David B., 46, of Waterbury, died Dec. 10. Born in 1951 in Montpelier, he was the son of Clyde and Eleanor (Jangraw) Whittemore Sr. He graduated from Harwood Union High and received a degree in physical education from Johnson State College. He was an interior/exterior house painter, founding Village Decorating in Waterbury. He was recently employed in hazardous waste removal by Environmental Hazards Management Inc. in Williston. Survivors include his wife; a son, Ian; four sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews. 

Montgomery, Arline L., 93, of Berlin, died Dec. 11. Born in 1904 in Enosburg Falls, she was the daughter of Bernard and Mary (Roddy) Lavery. She graduated from Burlington High School and later from Burlington Business College. She had been employed as a secretary. She married Raymond Montgomery, who died in 1976. She was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Church in East Barre. Survivors include two daughters, Joyce Solomon Pittsley and Jo Ann Stockbridge; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. 

Alexander, Margaret D., 86, formerly of Randolph, died Dec. 12. Born in 1911, she was the daughter of Joan and Florence (Gisborne) DuBois. She was educated in Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School and La Salle College. She worked as a secretary for the State of Vermont Highway Department and later for the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Department at Norwich University. In 1965, she married Clifton J. Alexander. Survivors include her husband and a nephew.

Witham, Laurence G., 82, of Barre, died Dec. 15. Born in 1915 in Worcester, he was the son of Bert and Eva (Ormsbee) Witham. He received his early education in Worcester schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1937, he married Eloise McCullough. In 1950, he married Catherine Ridley, she died in 1986. He worked for the Civil Conservation Corps in the central Vermont area and later for Jenison Tree Service. He later was a bookkeeper for Churchill Trucking Co., retiring in 1980. He served with the Army during WWII. Survivors include three daughters, Eva Morse, Elaine Sue Mason and Patricia Witham; a son, Michale Sr.; two sisters; three brothers; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Heath, Charlotte R., 73, of Montpelier, died Dec. 13. Born in 1924 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Merton and Ruth Ann (Snelling) Russell. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy. In 1943, she married Philip Quentin Heath, who died in 1990. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury and later the First Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two daughters, Ruth Ann Bean and Charlene Giguere; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a niece. 

Partlow, Donald H., 68, of Northfield, died Dec. 17. Born in 1929 in Northfield, he was the son of Henry and Marion (Duprey) Partlow. He attended schools in Northfield. He served in the Navy during the Korean War also in the Army in Germany from 1953-57. He worked in the granite industry, retiring in the early 1970s from Colombo Granite Co. in Barre. Survivors include his wife; his mother, Marion Koering; three sons, Charles, Thomas and Henry; three daughters, Donna Wilson, Nancy Messier and Barbara Davis; 14 grandchildren; a brother; a sister; many nieces and nephews. 

Bartlett, Zepherine J., 93, formerly of Waterbury, died Oct. 20. Born in 1904, she was the daughter of Charles and Dr. Flora (Shepherd) Jones. He graduated from the Palmer Chiropractic School in Davenport, Iowa. She had been in chiropractic practice with her mother in Waterbury and also practiced in Montpelier until 1977, when she moved to California. Two husbands, Bill Bartlett and Lesley Smith, predeceased her. Survivors include a daughter, Joy (Bartlett) Tedrow; two grandsons. 

Hough, Clifton H., 57, of Barre, died Dec. 18. Born in 1940 in Burlington, he was the son of Henry and Cornie (Abare) Hough. He attended Waterbury High School and later served in the Marine Corps. In 1961, he married Polly Loomis. He worked in the construction business and as a heavy equipment operator in the central Vermont area. He was recently employed by GSB Excavation of Orange, until he retired due to ill health. Survivors include his wife; his mother; three daughters, Sonya Cote, Melissa Persons and Bonnie Hough; four sons, Clifton II, David, Scott and Steven; 15 grandchildren; two sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Bell, Blanche B., 90, of Barre, died Dec. 12. Born in 1907 in Fayston, she was the daughter of Harry and Mabel (Spencer) Brown. She attended schools in Fayston. In 1940, she married Loren J. Bell, who died in 1956. She attended Thompson School of Nursing in Brattleboro after her husband died and worked as a licensed practical nurse at Barre City Hospital. Survivors include a stepdaughter, Dorothy Keelan; two sisters; several nieces and nephews. 

Blanchard, Perry W., 53, of West Brookfield, died Dec. 16. Born in 1944 in Randolph, he was the son of Francis and Axie (Norman) Blanchard. He was educated in East Briantree schools. He farmed for several years and recently raised beef cattle and operated a dairy farm. In 1969, he married Patricia Boutwell, they later divorced. Survivors include two sons, Bruce and Chris; a daughter, Tonya Blanchard; a brother; a sister; six grandchildren. 

Doran, Michael P., 43, of Waterbury, died Dec. 15. Born in 1954 in Newport, he was the son of Stephen and Lena (Lahue) Doran. He attended Harwood Union High School and later served with the Navy. In 1996, he married Sonya Fee. He was employed in the maintenance department at the federal building in Burlington and later for Eagle Oil Co. in Waterbury. He was a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church, and the Waterbury Ambulance and Village Volunteer Fire Department. 

Willette, James E., 58, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 14. Born in Barre, he was the son of Homer and Ceclia (Dumas) Willette. He graduated from Northfield High School and from Albany Business College. He was employed by the New York State Office of General Services as director of the Federal/State Surplus Personal Property and Fleet Administration. He was vice president of John D. Wendell Cadillac in Albany, N.Y. for 20 years. He was a communicant of Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Latham. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Mary (Westphal) Willette; three daughters, Lesley Willette, Jodine MacAulay and Jacquelyn Dizon; three grandchildren; a sister; two brothers; several nieces and nephews. 

Gosselin, Steven J., 31, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 13. Born in 1966 in Barre, he was the son of Lawrence and Marielle (Roy) Gosselin. He attended St. Monica School, graduated from Spaulding High School and Champlain College. He was a cold drink sales manager for Coca Cola Co. of Barre. In 1991, he married Michelle Moran. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jessica Gosselin; a son, Joshua Gosselin; his father and stepmother; his mother; three brothers; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Washburn, Randall P., 81, of Bethel, died Dec. 13. Born in 1916 in Bethel, he was the son of Cecil and Edna (Luce) Washburn. He was educated in Bethel. He farmed for many years on the Camp Brook Road. In 1937, he married Addie Luce, who died in 1984. Survivors include four sons, James, John, Lloyd and Cecil; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. 

LaPoint, Larry Gene, 47, formerly of St. Johnsbury, died Dec. 18. Born in 1950 in St. Johnsbury, he was the son of Avery and Ruth (Stuart) LaPoint. He attended Cabot schools and graduated from Cabot High School. He was a veteran of the Army, having served a tour in Vietnam. He was an auto mechanic and had worked for Foster Motors in Middlebury. In 1975, he married Gloria McCarty. He was a member of the Vermont Army National Guard. Survivors include his mother; three sisters, Sandra Ducharme, Teri Lawrence and Sheila Michaud; two brothers, Gordon and Gary; nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins.
	
Gayer, Dorothy Z., 81, formerly of South Woodbury, died Dec. 5. She was born in Damascus, Ohio, the daughter of John Carl and Florence Christine (Delis) Zimmerman. She was educated in Ohio, graduating from Oberlin College, receiving her Librarian's Degree at the University of Michigan. In 1937, she married H. Kenneth Gayer. She served as a professional librarian in St. Louis, MO, Bloomfield, Conn. and most recently in the Washington, D.C. public library. In 1978, she retired with her husband to their farm in Woodbury. She was a member of the Unitarian Church in Montpelier. Her husband died in 1991 and she moved to Falmouth, Maine in 1993. Survivors include four sons, Alan, Gordon, David and Peer; one daughter, Janey Gayer Hall; one brother; 23 grandchildren.
Kurz, Eva J., 91, of Cabot, died Dec. 13. Born in 1905 in Manchester, N.H., she was the daughter of Charles Blakey and Edith (Caldwell) Blakey. She attended school in Barre Town. In 1921, she married Thomas Mose Cerasoli, they later divorced. In 1943, she married Roman Kurz. She and her husband owned and operated C&K Cheese manufacturing firm in Cabot until his death in 1953. Survivors include her son, Thomas; three daughters, Helen Wald, Virginia Barnett and Marion Griggs; 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Full, William A., 78, of Randolph, died Dec. 16. Born in 1918 in Lynn, Mass., he was the son of William and Mabel (Farnum) Full. He was educated in the public schools in Marblehead, Mass. He graduated from Massachusetts Nautical School and worked as a second and third mate for several steamship companies. He served in the Navy during World War II and later was a Naval Reserve officer. In 1943, he married Arlene Lockwood and moved to Randolph in 1987. He worked as a plant superintendent and vice president for Robert F. Lewis Inc., a book binding company in Mass. and later in Woodstock. He retired in 1983. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Elaine Lawson, Cynthia Pawlek and Rebecca Maker; two brothers; two sisters; six grandchildren.

Ferris, Cyrus Y., Jr., 75, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 14. Born in 1921 in Newton, Mass., he was the son of Cyrus Yale and Gretchen (Salsich) Ferris. He attended Tabor Academy and later received a BS from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He served with the Navy during WWII. He graduated from MIT and worked with the Great Northern Paper Co. in Maine. He came to Vermont in 1950 and worked as chief engineer at Rock of Ages Corp. and in 1966 became owner and president of New England Label Co., retiring in 1988. In 1974, he married Marguerite Hayes Ward. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Tikhon and Cyrus III; one daughter, Dale Ferris Phillips; seven grandchildren; three brothers; one sister; six nieces and seven nephews. 

Partlow, Helen E., 76, of Northfield, died Dec. 18. Born in 1920 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Albert and Avis (King) Dales. She graduated from Randolph High School. In 1946, she married Francis William Partlow, who died in 1988. She worked for the Nantanna Woolen Mill in Northfield, retiring in 1967. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra (Mrs. Roger) Davis; two sisters; two granddaughters and several nieces and nephews.

Tomasi, Andrew A., 91, of Montpelier, died Dec. 18. Born in 1905 in Montpelier, he was the son of Bartholomew and Martherita (Contratto) Tomasi. He attended St. Michael's School and graduated from Montpelier High School and from New York University. He worked for the American Red Cross. In 1950, he married Margarete Eifler, who died in 1991. He served with the Army during WWII. Survivors include a brother, Dr. Ernest Tomasi, MD; a sister, Marguerite Tomasi, RN; several nieces and nephews. 

Walbridge, J. Lawrence, 79, of Williamstown, died Dec. 15. Born in 1917 in Williamstown, he was the son of J. Orville and Marion (Lasell) Walbridge. He attended public schools in Williamstown and graduated from Williamstown High School. In 1940, he married Lila May Briggs. He worked in construction and concrete con-tracting and maintained a masters electrician license. He worked for Lacillade Lumber for over 50 years. He was a member of the United Federated Church of Williamstown. He served on the Williamstown School Board and owned and operated the Williamstown Village water system. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Irene Walbridge, Louise (Mrs. Francis) Mier and Christine (Mrs. Richard) Sonenblum; one son, Jim; six grandchildren. 

Joy, Lois, 77, of Graniteville, died Dec. 15. Born in 1919 in Stowe, she was the daughter of Willard and Ruth (Glover) Tyler Sr. She was educated in Moretown, graduated from Waterbury High School and attended Johnson College. In 1938, she married Raymond Joy, who died in 1983. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Graniteville. She volunteered for the Central Vermont Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop and had served as an assistant Girl Scout leader. Survivors include one daughter, Marjorie Holmes; a granddaughter, Kathleen Murtagh; three brothers; 11 nieces and nephews.

Tifft, Eleanor J., 69, formerly of Waitsfield, died Dec. 15. Born in 1927 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of George and Luna (Nelson) Brothers. She attended school in Waitsfield and in 1945 married Charles M. Tifft Jr. She was employed as a chambermaid in a number of motels. Survivors include her husband; one son, Robert; one daughter, Brenda King; three sisters; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; an aunt; an uncles; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Hood, James W. Sr., 80, of Middlesex, died Dec. 14. Born in 1916 in East Topsham, he was the son of George and Grace (Davenport) Hood. He attended school in East Topsham. In 1940, he married M. Eva Cassavaw. He was a presser at Brown Dry Cleaners and Howe Dry Cleaners and later worked at the former Heaton Hospital and at Central Vermont Hospital in Berlin. He retired in 1978. Survivors include his wife; five daughters, Mary Hood Alexander, Darla Morissette, Janice Hood, Sylvia LeBourveau and Robin Hood Whitehouse; one son, James Jr.; 11 grandchildren; one sister; one brother.

Lund, Mary E., 76, of Middlesex, died Dec. 11. Born in 1920 in Corinth, she was the daughter of George and Dama (George) Miller. She was educated in East Corinth and Bradford Academy. She had worked at the Vermont Pak Tomato Company in Barre, at G.W. Plastics in Montpelier and at Danco in Danielson, Conn. Survivors include two sons, Thomas and Richard; two daughters, Margaret Willey and Elizabeth Hodge; two brothers; one sister; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Chamberlin, Laura M., 79, of Northfield, died Dec. 20. Born in 1917 in Norwood, Mass., she was the daughter of Michael and Margaret (Knaus) Verderber. She graduated from Norwood High School and earned her teaching degree at Keene Normal Teacher's College in Keene, N.H. In 1943, she married Mahlon George Chamberlin, who died in 1991. She taught in Northfield, Riverton, Montpelier and Northfield, retiring in the late 1960s. Her memberships included the Northfield United Methodist Church. Survivors include two brothers, Edward Verderber and Arthur Verderber; a step daughter-in-law, Shirley Chamberlin; one niece, Margaret Stanton; two nephews, Edward and Phillip Verderber; nine step-grandchildren.

Davis, Chester I., 70, formerly of Washington, died Dec. 12. Born in 1926 in Washington, he was the son of Charles and Margaret (Tucker) Davis. He attended Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Army, serving during WWII. He had worked at the former Humphreys Refrigeration Company and the Capitol Plumbing and Heating Company, retiring in 1992. Survivors include a son, Stephen; a daughter, Debra Davis Timberlake; two granddaughters; two step-grandsons; two sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Fournier, Marie, 89, of Hardwick, died Dec. 21. Born in 1907 in St. Justine, Quebec, she was the daughter of Joseph and Marie (Ruel) Charboneau. In 1927, she married Edward Fournier, who died in 1986. She and her husband operated a farm in East Hardwick until 1959 and then moved to Hardwick. She was a member of the Court of St. Varonica Catholic Daughters of America and the St. John the Baptist Society and a communicant of St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick. Survivors include two sons, Andre Fournier and Roland Fournier; one daughter, Rollande Utter; one sister; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren.

Muennink, Benjamin G., 79, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 22. Born in 1917 in Hondo, Texas, he was the son of Folkert and Annie (Hardt) Muennink. He attended schools in the Hondo area and graduated from Harlendale High School in San Antonio, Texas. He served with the Army during WWII. In 1942, he married Isabel (Wilder) Kearney. They moved to Montpelier after his discharge; she died in 1959. He worked as a finish cutter in the granite industry, retiring in 1977. In 1964, he married Bertha (Cannon) Hall. Survivors include his wife; two step-sons Joseph Kearney and Roger Hall; four step-daughters, Beverly Fisher, Virginia Robinson, Janice Fifield and Patricia Russell; three sisters; 12 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Thomas, Eldon A., 85, of Montpelier, died Dec. 23. Born in 1911 in Middlesex, he was the son of Orville and Minnie (Berno) Thomas. He attended schools in Middlesex. In 1941 he married Martha Gidney, who died in 1988. He retired from National Life Insurance Company in 1973. He had served in the Vermont National Guard and was a member of the Montpelier Unitarian Church. Survivors include one sister, Avis Barnes; one brother, Warren Thomas; several nieces and nephews. 

Sundberg, Stella Monica, 83, of Montpelier, died Dec. 20. Born in 1913 in Hamilton, Scotland, she was the daughter of Saimos and Michelina Ruta. She was a graduate of St. Mary's School of Nursing in Brooklyn, N.Y. and worked as a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital in Scranton, PA, until retirement. She attended St. John's Lutheran Church in Pittson, PA. She was married to Captain Gustave Sundberg, who died in 1992. Survivors include her daughter, June; two sons, Gustave and Thor; grandchildren.

Aspesi, Elsa Cecchini, 81, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 22. Born in 1915 in Barre, she was the daughter of Silvio and Pia (Fasoli) Cecchini. She attended schools in Barre and Spaulding High School. She worked at Woolworth's and later at Cecchini's Grocery. In 1940, she married Marco (Gus) Aspesi, who died in 1983. Survivors include a son, Marco; one grandson; two sisters; one brother; one niece and several nephews. 

Ross, Harley H., 81, of Middlesex, died Dec. 22. Born in 1915 in PA, he was the son of Morton Alexander Ross and Mary Elizabeth Wilcox. He grew up in PA and later married Gladys E. VanderWyden. He served with the Army Air Force during WWII. After the war, he began a career as an accountant. He and his wife moved to Castleton after his retirement and recently moved to Middlesex. Survivors include his wife; sons, Ronald, David and Dennis; one daughter, Kate; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers; one sister. 

Bruce, George A. Jr., 74, of Randolph, died Dec. 21. Born in 1922 in Randolph, he was the son of George and Glenna (Cushman) Bruce Sr. He attended Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. He served in the Army during WWII. He was a linotype operator most of his life, working for the Herald in Randolph, Garth Blow Printing in Barre and at Beacon Printing in Randolph, retiring in 1992. Survivors include two sisters, Dorothy Havey and Winsome Mason; many nieces and nephews.

Bisson, Lucy, 92, of South Barre, died Dec. 22. Born in 1904 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Joseph and Melvina (Bishop) DeCoteau. She attended schools in Williamstown. In 1921, she married Edmond Bisson, who died in 1971. She was a member of the St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include three sons, Donald, David and James; three daughters, Thelma LaRochelle, Barbara (Mrs. Albert) Fraser and Patricia (Mrs. Alfred) Lavoie; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Compagna, Georgia D., 60, of Worcester, died Dec. 21. Born in 1936 in Manchester, N.H., she was the daughter of Clarence and Mildred (Steward) Downes. She received her education in the Manchester school system and graduated from Central High School. She later graduated from Nasson College in Springvale, Maine. She was a mail carrier in New Hampshire and in Morrisville. In 1972, she married Robert Compagna and they owned and operated the family farm. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Wayne Jr. and Matthew; two daughters, Deborah Tallman and Bobbi Compagna; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Griffith, Marguerite R., 74, formerly of Waterbury, died Dec. 18. Born in 1922 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Harold and Myrtle (Tatro) Eastman. She worked at Cellucord Manufacturing in Richmond and at the Medical Center. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Church. Survivors include her daughter, Sharon Irish; two sons, Gary and Donald Jr.; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Allen, Marion O., 97, of Bradford, died Dec. 21. Born in 1899 in Southborough, Mass., she was the daughter of Major Aaron and Sadie (Fisher) Hosmer. She was a self-employed business owner in Massachusetts. In 1926, she married Carleton Allen, who died in 1967. She was a member of the First Church of Marlborough. Survivors include one son, Norman; a daughter-in-law, Beverly Allen; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grand-children; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Slayton, Estella A., 70, of Hardwick, died Dec. 22. Born in 1926 in Greensboro, she was the daughter of Irving and Elnora (Wheeler) Hull. She attended Greensboro public school and graduated from Greensboro High School. In 1946, she married Roger Lee Slayton. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. She had been assistant librarian at Judevine Memorial Library in Hardwick. Survivors include two sons, Edward and Robert; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters; one niece.

Ruggles, Elaine Parsons, of Montpelier, died Dec. 20. She was born and spent her early years in Marblehead, Mass., the daughter of Eben and Elinor Mattson Parsons. She graduated from the Oak Grove Preparatory School in Maine and earned a bachelor of arts degree in economics from Connecticut College in New London, Conn. In 1949, she married Daniel Ruggles III. She was chairman of the Community Concert Association, director of volunteers of the Red Cross, served on the board of trustees of the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Survivors include her husband; one sister, Estelle Parsons Zimroth; two nieces; one nephew; cousins.

Hotchkiss, Frances, 83, of Chelsea, died Dec. 21. Born in 1913 in Addison, MI, she was the daughter of Ralph and Helen (Anderson) Cherry. She graduated from Michigan State University. She received her masters in Speech Pathology at Southern Connecticut State University. She joined the faculty there and operated the student speech clinic. In 1943, she married Alex C. Hotchkiss. They moved to Chelsea in 1980, following retirement. Survivors include her husband; one son, George; two daughters, Janet Letitia Scheidel and Catherine Dee Hotchkiss. 

Rouleau, Marcel H., 64, of Barre Town, died Dec. 27. Born in 1932 in Montpelier, he was the son of Rudolphe and Jeannette (Goudreau) Rouleau. He attended St. Monica Elementary School and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving with the 9th Infantry Regiment of the 2nd Infantry Division. He joined his father and brothers in the operation and management of the Rouleau Granite Company in Barre. He left active management in 1977, due to health reasons. He was currently on the board of directors. In 1957, he married Marlynn Giacherio. He was a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Lynn Ann Routhier; three sons, Randy, Brad and Greg; 12 grandchildren; four brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Remick, Paul W., 86, of Calais, died Dec. 24. Born in 1910 in Waterford, he was the son of Harry and Marie (Weber) Remick. He attended school in Waterford. In 1936 he married Bertha May Jimmo, who died in 1964. In 1969, he married Enna Morey. He owned and operated an auto repair shop in Claremont, N.H. Moved to Calais in 1969 and was employed by Bailey Brothers until retirement in 1977. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Anne Grimm; two sons, David and Larry; three stepdaughters, Gaie St. John, Bonnie Holmquest and Rosemary Oswald; one sister; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

Makela, Ella D., 81, of Barre, died Dec. 24. Born in 1915 in South Paris, Maine, she was the daughter of John and Mary Houtari Komulainen. She attended South Paris schools. She had been employed as a fancy stitcher in the shoe shops in Massachusetts and Biddeford, Maine. Survivors include one son, Emil Whitman; two daughters, Patricia Tucker and Pamela Shorey; a stepson, William Barker; a stepdaughter, Lynn Saunders; two brothers; three sisters; 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Cochran, Raymond C., 89, of Orange, died Dec. 22. Born in 1907 in St. Albans, he was the son of Silas and Bessie (Eisenhart) Cochran. He attended schools in St. Albans. He was employed by the Central Vermont Railroad in St. Albans. He came to Barre in 1928 where he was employed at Railroad Express, retiring in 1956. He also operated Ray's Glass Shop and a commercial vegetable and gladiola garden. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps, serving in WWII. In 1928, he married Evelyn Gilcris. In 1950, he married Alice Cecchini, who died in 1977. Survivors include his companion, Ruth Holmes; three sons, Silas (Bob), Donald and Kenneth; one daughter, Eleanor (Mrs. Robert) Beede; two step-daughters, Priscilla (Mrs. Wendell) Therrien and Pauline (Mrs. Donald) Smedy; one stepson, Richard Cecchini; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Flood, Albert G., 69, of East Barre, died Dec. 26. Born in 1927, he was the son of Gordon and Rose (Meachem) Flood. He attended schools in Fletcher. He was an Army veteran, having served in WWII. In 1949, he married Leola Flanders. He worked at Carl & Seavers Tire Co., retiring in 1968 due to ill health. He was also an auctioneer in the central Vermont area and a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Sandra (Mrs. John) Cushing and Patricia (Mrs. Kevin) Kelley; five sons, Danny, Steve, Kenneth, Richard and Darryl; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

DeMartino, Rina C., 87, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 8. Born in 1909 in Barre, she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary Polli Calderari. She attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. She moved to Greenwich, Conn. in 1928 and was employed as a legal secretary. She married Al DeMartino, who died in 1988. Survivors include a daughter, Sandra Kiesel; a son, Richard DeMartino; a brother; six grandchildren.

McAdam, George C., 75, formerly of Hardwick and Morrisville, died Dec. 24. Born in 1921 in Hardwick, he was the son of Frederick and Alice (Rockwell) McAdam. He attended schools in Hardwick and was employed by the former Atlas Plywood Co. in Morrisville. Survivors include two brotehrs, Harold and Howard; several nieces and nephews. 

Reynolds, Harold S., Sr., 74, of Waterbury, died Dec. 27. Born in 1922 in Waterbury, he was the son of Alson and Julie (Gifford) Reynolds. He attended schools in Waterbury and later served with the Army during WWII. In 1944, he married Thelma Clark. He worked in Waterbury for the former Pilgram Plywood Co. and in 1954, moved to Mass., where he was employed by Kimberly-Clark. He retired in 1984 and returned to Vermont. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Susan Klein, Carolyn Morris and Jean Bonavitacola; two sons, Harold Jr. and Bruce; five sisters; one brother; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Craig, Bertha M., 90, of Barre, died Dec. 23. Born in 1906 in Lachine, Quebec, she was the daughter of Frederick Alexander and Isabelle Janet (Shiells) Craig. Her family moved to Websterville, where she attended school. She was employed as a housekeeper in Barre and Montpelier and later in Connecticut, before returning to Barre in 1986. She attended the Presbyterian Church. Survivors include two nephews, Richard and Laurence Craig; a cousin, Arthur McEwing; grandnieces and grandnephews.

Aja, Manuel, of Barre, died Dec. 28. Born in Montpelier, he was the son of Jose and Maria (Aja) Aja. He attended schools in Montpelier and later in Barre. He had been employed at the Waldron-Shields Granite Company in Barre and was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include a sister, Teresa Aja Goyette; a brother, Joseph Aja; nieces and nephews. 
Shonio, Evelyn A., 92, formerly of Worcester, died Dec. 31. Born in 1904 in Calais, she was the daughter of George and Mae (Leno) Hill. In 1920, she married Everett Bart Shonio, who died in 1985. She spent her life as a homemaker. Survivors include her sons, Elwyn Edward and Newell Albert; one daughter, Patricia Ann Benway; one brother; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Pecor, Corene H., 84, of Montpelier, died Dec. 30. Born in 1912 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Elmer and Mary (Bressette) Foster. She attended schools in Waterbury. She worked at the Waterbury Hotel as a housekeeper and at the Capital Building Cafeteria, Department of Employment Security cafeteria and later at the Lobster Pot restaurant. Her husband, Oliver Pecor, is deceased. Survivors include three sons, Roger, Rodney and Douglas; one daughter, Gloria O'Neill; two step-daughters, Irene Conzensa and Betty Waits; 15 grandchildren; 10 step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Gregoire, Helen A., 94, of South Barre, died Dec. 27. Born in 1902 in Rouses Point, N.Y., she was the daughter of William and Mary Louise (Carpenter) Stacy. She attended schools in Rouses Point. The family moved to Barre in 1914 and she attended school there. She was employed at the Homer Fitts store in Barre. In 1923, married Richard White, who died in 1961. In 1963, she married Roy Gregoire. She was employed at Sprague Electric Company, retiring in 1965. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Delores (Mrs. Floyd) Cook and Arlene (Mrs. Allan) Christie; one stepson, Richard Gregoire; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.

Rice, Darlene D., 44, of Randolph, died Dec. 29. Born in 1952 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Donat and Beatrice (Hebert) Danis. She graduated from Burlington High School. She was a member of the Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Catholic Church in Randolph where she had been a Sunday School teacher and parish council member. She worked in several Randolph area offices. In 1974, she married Everett Rice Jr. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Brian and Kevin; two brothers; five sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Messier, Fr. Bernard, 65, of Barre, died Dec. 28. Born in 1931 in Barre, he was the son of Richard and Anna (Blais) Messier. He attended grammar school in Orange, and graduated from Spaulding High School. He attended St. Michael's College and studied for the priesthood at St. John's Seminary in Brighton, Mass. He was ordained in 1956 and began his priestly ministry at St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish in Newport. He also served in Winooski, White River Junction, Middletown Springs, Canaan, Burlington and in 1991 was assigned as pastor of St. Monica Parish in Barre. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Michel (Therese) Monty and Mrs. Raoul (Flora) Martineau; 17 nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews; four aunts; many cousins. 

Sherman, Linda Mae, 54, of Chelsea, died Dec. 28. Born in 1942 in Barre, she was the daughter of Mae (Marble) and Lynn Kezer. She attended school in Washington and graduated from Montpelier High School. She had been employed at Montpelier On the Move, Community Action in Barre and the Richard E. Davis family in Barre. She also was a dealer in Avon products and Artex Paints. She was married in 1961. Survivors include her mother; three sons, Randy, Clifton and Brian; four daughters, Rose Perkins, Terry Perkins, and twins Constance Goodrich and Christine Goodrich; a brother; two sisters; four aunts; 10 grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Reed, Florence M., 98, of Montpelier, died Jan. 2. Born in 1898 in Hartland, Maine, she was the daughter of Joseph and Altha (Coombs) Manson. She received her early education in Hartland, graduating from Hartland High School and attending Farmington State Teachers College. In 1918, she married Vaughn H. Reed. They moved to Montpelier in 1980 and Mr. Reed died in 1983. Survivors include one daughter, Arlene Fisher; one granddaughter; two grandsons; eight great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Martindale, Nikki M., 23, formerly of Duxbury, died Dec. 26. Born in 1973 in Berlin, she was the daughter of Roland Martindale and the former Shirley Coffin. She attended Harwood Union High School and later worked as a waitress at the former Starving Artist Restaurant in Waterbury and the Feed Bag Restaurant in Duxbury. She was more recently employed at Club Dallas in Waterbury and moved to New Hampshire in 1996. Survivors include her mother; her father; a sister, Donni Martindale; a brother, Sonni Martindale; a half-sister Tiffany Martindale; two half-brothers, Jeff Davis and Greg Davis; a stepsister, Jessie Marshall; a stepbrother, M. Seth Marshall; nieces and nephews.

Roy, Gedeon J., 86, of Barre, died Dec. 30. Born in 1910 in St. Cecile, Quebec, he was the son of Ovila and Marie Anna (Champagne) Roy. He attended schools in Canada. He was a chef for the Canadian-Pacific Railroad Company and the Brown Paper Company, retiring in 1969. He married Emilienne Roy in 1969. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; two stepsons, Bertrand Roy and Henry Roy; one stepdaughter, Lucille Dufresne; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

Beaupre, William E., 62, of Woodbury, died Dec. 27. Born in 1934 in Barre, he was the son of Dr. Bernard and Lucille (Mongeon) Beaupre. He attended public schools in Hardwick, graduated from Hardwick Academy and attended Lyndon Institute. He later earned a degree in education from Lyndon State College. He had served with the Army. He was employed by the State of Vermont, first in the Department of Employment Security and later for the Department of Probation and Corrections. He retired in 1994. He was first married to Constance Hislop. In 1985, he married Lois Drouin Beaupre. He was a member of St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Korrey Stevens; one stepdaughter, Judith Graham; one stepson, David Beaupre; one grandson; five step-grandchildren; a sister; an aunt and uncle; nieces and nephews.

Whitcomb, Edith B., 75, formerly of Graniteville, died Dec. 29. Born in 1921 in Graniteville, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Irene (Holmes) Buchanan. She attended Barre Town School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1943, she married Harold Whitcomb, who died in 1974. She received nurse's training at the former Barre City Hospital and later attended the University of Arizona and Polk Community College in Florida. She followed the Unity School of Christianity. Survivors include her son, Gaines; her daughter, Deborah Whitcomb; one granddaughter; two half-sisters; a half-brother. 

Brock, Bernard J., 77, of Barre, died Dec. 31. Born in 1919 in Stanstead, Quebec, he was the son of Joseph and Alice (Coburn) Underwood. He was adopted by his mother's sister and husband after her death and attended schools in Canada, graduating from Stanstead College, where he majored in business administration and music. He moved to Hardwick and was employed as a photographer. He later founded the Country Store in Montpelier with his brother-in-law Earl Williams. They also operated Bi-Rite Grocery on Barre-Montpelier Road. In 1956 he married Eleanor Collins. He joined his wife's family at the Chellis Collins Furniture Store in Berlin, retiring in 1986 after the business was sold. He was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Rebecca (Mrs. John) Brooklyn; three grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Tellier, Bessie B., 72, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 31. Born in 1924 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Howard and Bessie (Stevens) Ball Sr. She attended schools in Middlesex. In 1949, she married Raymond Tellier. She was a licensed practical nurse and was employed at various nursing homes as well as the Vermont State Hospital. More recently, she was employed as a private duty nurse, retiring in 1991. She was a member of the Waterbury Center Community Church. Survivors include her husband; two sisters, Helen Newton and Louise Hawkins; nieces and nephews.

Ross, Walton E., 75, formerly of Websterville, Barre and Woodbury, died Dec. 30. Born in 1921 in Websterville, he was raised by his grandmother, Margaret Mackie. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) in Barre. He retired from New England Telephone & Telegraph Company in 1978, where he served as office foreman in Montpelier. He was married to Priscilla Pitman Ross. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Robert and James; two daughters, Martha (Mrs. Ralph) Knight and Judith Irwin; seven grandchildren; an uncle; and several nieces and nephews.

Alexander, J. Warren, 73, formerly of Cabot, died Dec. 30. Born in 1923 in Glover, he was the son of Joseph and Mary (Stone) Alexander. He served with the Army Air Corps during WWII. In 1942, he married Pearl (Whalen) Alexander. They operated a farm and maple sugaring operation in Cabot and later he was employed with Holsom Bakery and then for 27 years at Cabot Creamery. He had served as road commissioner of Cabot and as selectman and moderator and was a member of the United Church of Cabot. Survivors include his wife; his children, Gloria Clubb, Judith O'Brien, Joseph Alexander, Rhoda Triplett and Jill Alexander; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews.

D'Auteuil, Florida D., 87, of Barre, died Jan. 1. Born in 1909 in Manchester, N.H., she was the daughter of Alfred and Florida (Paradis) St. Cyr. She was educated in New Hampshire schools. She was a music teacher for several years. In 1939 married William Roark, who died in 1943. After her husband's death she was employed by the Remington Rand Corporation in Hartford, Conn. In 1960, she married Donat D'Auteuil, who died in 1985. She moved to Barre at that time and had been a patient at Woodridge Nursing Home for several years. She was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include three sisters, Gracia Salley, Cecile Pinfold and Dulcina Goulette; nieces and nephews.

Letourneau, Hilda M., 94, of Barre, died Jan. 1. Born in 1902 in Graniteville, she was the daughter of Peter and Matilda (Johndro) Dubay. She attended schools in Barre Town, Spaulding High School and two years at Goddard Seminary. In 1924, she married Fred Letourneau. They moved to Barre and owned and operated a grocery store on Brook Street. Mr. Letourneau died in 1974. She was a member of St. Monica Parish and an accomplished pianist. Survivors include an adopted son, Peter Jones; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Chasse, Pierre P., 78, of Bethel, died Dec. 31. Born in 1918 in St. Agatha, Maine, he was the son of Stanislase and Alphonsine (Deschene) Chase. He was educated in the Maine school system. He farmed, logged and later worked for International Paper Company in Maine, New York and Vermont. He retired in 1980. He had lived in Bethel since 1975. Survivors include his companion, Edith Blanchard; two brothers, Xavier Chase and Willard Chase; six sisters, Hilda Foss, Rose Levesque, Theresa Albert, Albertine Boulard, Marie Livingston and Modeste Mudie; many nieces and nephews.

Hogg, Ada Deyo, 89, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 1. Born in 1907 in Walden, N.Y., she was the daughter of Jonas and Margaret (Sheley) Deyo. She attended elementary school in New York City and graduated from George Washington High School. In 1929, she married John Hogg, who died in 1974. She was employed as a bookkeeper for the State of New York, retiring in 1965. She was a member of the Websterville Baptist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Jeanne Dugliss and Margaret Holzer; one son, Peter; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Holden, Henry G., 70, of Northfield, died Jan. 2. Born in 1926 in Randolph, he was the son of W. Howard and Bernice (Fielders) Holden. He attended Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. He served with the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. In 1947, he married Catherine Clevenger. They returned to Vermont in 1958 and owned and operated the Mt. Aeolus Inn in East Dorset. Mrs. Holden died in 1979. He has been living in Northfield for the past four years. Survivors include two sons, Charles and Mark; three daughters, Vickie Lehr, Sharry Rutken and Cindy Revenis; his companion, Jeanne Hutchinson; one brother; two sisters; 11 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Cruickshank, Earl Sr., 76, formerly of Northfield, died Jan. 7. Born in 1920 in Northfield, he was the son of James and Ella (Fullum) Cruickshank. He graduated from Northfield High School and attended Vermont College in Montpelier. He worked for the Vermont Highway Department, F.W. Whitcomb Construction in Walpole, N.H. and Dufresne and Henry in Springfield. He moved to Bellows Falls in 1960, where he owned and operated Precision Paving Co. In 1944, he married Margaret McGoff. Survivors include his wife; his mother; two sons, Earl Jr. and James; one daughter, Peggy Alexy; one brother; two sisters. 
Huntington, Arthur F., 77, of Barre, died Dec. 20. Born in 1919 in Bridgeport, Conn., he was the son of Andrew Sherwood Huntington and Louise (Forsyth) Huntington. He attended Sherman Elementary School in Fairfield, Conn. and graduated from the Hoosac School in Hoosick Falls, N.Y. He was employed as an organ repairman by several companies in New England. He also worked for Railroad Express. He resided at Rowan Court Health & Rehabilitation Center for the past three years. Survivors include one sister, Mary Louise Upham; one brother, Andrew Burr Huntington; five nephews; two nieces. 

Smith, Frances A., 78, of Randolph, died Jan. 6. Born in 1919 in Bridgeport, Conn., she was the daughter of James and Zelia (Trask) Green and was educated in Connecticut schools, Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and Houghton College in New York. In 1951, she married Rev. William J. Smith, who died in 1993. She taught schools in Newfane, N.Y. and was a member of the Cleveland Drive Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her brother, Robert W. Green; nieces and nephews. 

Ferguson, Christine C., 89, of Hardwick, died Jan. 8. Born in 1907 in Winnipeg, Canada, she was the daughter of Ludwig and Lena Marquardt. She was employed as the gift shop manager and head of housekeeping by the Mt. Mansfield Company, prior to retirement. Her first husband, Bernard P. Carey, is deceased. She later married Harry C. Ferguson, who is also deceased. Survivors include two daughters, Eleanor J. Cornish and Carolyn T. Aiossa; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. 

Morton, Burgh A., 70, of Graniteville, died Jan. 6. Born in 1927 in Plainfield, he was the son of Carleton and Hazel (Sargent) Morton. He attended schools in Plainfield and served with the Vermont National Guard. In 1951, he married Lizette Routhier. He worked as a painter and later was employed in the granite industry at North Barre Granite Co. and later at Adams Granite Co. He retired due to ill health. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include his wife; one son, Robert; two grandsons; three sisters; one brother; nieces and nephews. 

Schmitz, Paul, 75, of Barre died Jan. 4. Born in 1921 in Strasbourg, France, he was the son of Frederic and Yvonne (Pauline) Schmitz. He was educated there. He served in the French Army during WWII. He came to Barre in 1947 and was employed at Dessureau Machine Shop, Rock of Ages and later at Smith Whitcomb & Cook, retiring in 1986. In 1948, he married Mariette LaCroix. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Gisele (Mrs. David) Lahr and Anne (Mrs. Ken) Walker; five grandchildren. 

Dimick, Elsie J., 51, of Hardwick, died Jan. 3. Born in 1945 in Groton, she was the daughter of Richard and Lucille (Williams) Gamble. She attended public schools in Groton, Barre, Cabot, Danville and St. Johnsbury. In 1961, she married George Dimick Sr. She had been employed by the Blue Mountain School District in the hot lunch department. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Daphne Carbee; three sons, Wade, George Jr. and Vince; one sister; seven grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Spencer, Beatrice F., 91, of Montpelier, died Jan. 4. Born in 1905 in Westfield, she was the daughter of Albert and Ada Farman. The family moved to Newport and she attended high school there. In 1928 she graduated from University of Vermont and taught French and Latin at Wells River High School. In 1933, she married Rupert Spencer, who died in 1971. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include nephews, Richard Suitor, David Suitor and William Lawson; nieces, Virginia Farman Smith, Elizabeth Farman, Barbara Farman McRae and Nancy Lawson Newton; many grandnieces and grandnephews; great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. 

Martin, Ira J. Sr., 76, of Randolph, died Jan. 5. Born in 1920 in Stockbridge, he was the son of Herbert and Florence (Shonio) Martin and was educated in Rochester and Stockbridge schools. He served in the Army Medical Corps during WWII. He worked at the Plywood Company in Hancock and later as a truck driver for Edwin Harvey of Rochester. He had been married to Hazel Wade. Survivors include his son, Ira J. Martin Jr.; his brother, Walter; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Dupuis, Andre J., 74, of Randolph, died Jan. 5. Born in 1922 in Granby, Quebec, Canada, he was the son of Nelson and Ava (Pecard) Dupuis. He was educated in the Granby school system. He was a truck driver, employed by the McDermott Trucking Co. of Enosburg Falls and other trucking firms in the central Vermont area. He moved to Randolph in 1972, where he operated the landfill. He was a member of Sts. Rogatian and Donatian Church. In 1944, he married Madeline Dumas. Survivors include his wife; five sons, Claude, Jacques, Serge, Michael and Pierre; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. 

Morin, Marion G., 74, of Hardwick, died Jan. 4. Born in 1922 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of Herbert Charles and Abbie L. (Kusic) Preman. She attended elementary school in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. She had been employed by Sam Daniels Manufacturing and later worked as a secretary for attorney James Knapp. More recently she was secretary and office manager at Northern Counties Health Center, retiring in 1989. In 1943, she married Nestor Augustin Morin. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include her husband; her son, Michael; a sister, Phyllis Lane; nieces, nephews. 

Boyce, William R., 53, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 3. Born in 1943 in Barre, he was the son of Annette (Beaudom) Wood and Ralph Boyce. He graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1962, he married Madeline Badeau and later he married Susan Poirier. He was employed in the fields of drafting, design and construction and more recently owned a contracting business in Connecticut. Survivors include his wife; his children, Rhonda (Mrs. Francis) Tash; Roger Boyce and Brian Boyce; a granddaughter; a grandson; two sisters; aunts, uncles, and several nieces and nephews.

Boardman, Scott R., 39, of Northfield, died Jan. 7. Born in 1957 in Keene, N.H., he was the son of Randall and Louella (Henderson) Boardman. He graduated from Northfield High School. He was a carpenter and was most recently employed by Allard's Remodeling Company and Wright's Painting Company. Survivors include his father; his sister, Vicki Lawry; a half-brother, Gregory Bolduc; two half-sisters, Lane LaPierre and Alicia Inglesias; two nieces and several cousins. 

Boardman, Evelyn G., 79, formerly of Tunbridge, died Jan. 5. Born in 1917 in Tunbridge, she was the daughter of Clarence and Gladys (Perkins) Folsom. She attended schools in Tunbridge and South Royalton High School. In 1935, she married William E. Boardman Sr., who died in 1983. She spent her life as a homemaker, parent and grandmother. Survivors include her children, Myrna Camp, William Jr., Brenda Marceau, Lou Boardman and Denton Boardman; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two brothers; five sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Brunelle, Ruth L., 78, of Montpelier, died Jan. 7. Born in 1918 in Bristol, she was the daughter of Samuel and Loretta (Hammond) Vondle. She graduated from Brandon High School. In 1937, she married Rene Brunelle, who died in 1990. She was a member of the St. Augustine Parish. Survivors include a son, Francis; a daughter, Nancy Macey; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Long, Lizzie, 90, of Berlin, died Jan. 8. Born in 1906 in Vershire, she was the daughter of Jerry and Mary (Currier) O'Day. She attended schools in Vershire. In 1935, she married Raymond Long, who died in 1987. Survivors include two sons, Raymond Jr. and Douglass; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Garfield, Martha H., 88, formerly of Northfield, died Jan. 9. Born in 1908 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Guy and Olive (Freeman) Howe. She was educated in Northfield and Windsor schools and graduated from Windsor High School. In 1940, she married Gordon Garfield, who died in 1977. She was an operator at the former Windsor Telephone office and was a member of the Rachel S. Harlow United Methodist Church in Windsor. Survivors include her brother, Herbert G. Howe; nieces and nephews.

Richardson, Arlene C., 79, of Barre, died Jan. 9. Born in 1917 in Barre, she was the daughter of William and Cassie (Shores) Farquharson. She was educated in Barre schools and Spaulding High School. She worked at the former Eric's Restaurant. She married Gerald J. Richardson; they later divorced. Survivors include a son, Robert; a granddaughter; a cousin; several nieces and nephews.

Welch, Letitia B., 88, of Duxbury, died Jan. 9. Born in 1908 in Swanton, she was the daughter of George and Eva (Bellegarde) Penell. She was a graduate of St. Anne's Academy in Swanton and received her RN degree from Bishop DeGoesbriand School of Nursing in Burlington. In 1940, she married James Welch, who died in 1958. She was employed in the Burlington area as a nurse and later worked at the Tuberculosis Sanatorium in Pittsford. She worked at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury, retiring in 1971. She was a member of St. Andrew's Church. Survivors include one son, George; two grandsons; one granddaughter; four great-grandsons; nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Raymond, Charles R. Jr., 60, of Middlesex, died Jan. 9. Born in 1936 in New York City, he was the son of Ellen (Brockway) and Charles Raymond. He received his education in New Jersey, graduating from Union (N.J.) High School. He served with the Air Force. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Nicholas, Joseph and Michael; four daughters, Nancy Raymond, Bonnie Nolan, Sandra Raymond and Katherine Raymond; four grandchildren; his mother; two brothers; nieces and nephews. 

Lowery, Olive Blanche, 89, of Cabot, died Jan. 9. Born in 1907 in Cabot, she was the daughter of George and Olie (Morrill) Laird. She attended public schools in Cabot. She had worked as a domestic in Mas-sachusetts and New Hampshire, returning to Cabot to care for her parents. In 1958, she married William Lowery, who died in 1964. She was a member of the United Church of Cabot. Survivors include a step-daughter, Mrs. Helen Rimikis; a step-granddaughter; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cassavoy, Richard A., 77, of Barre, died Feb. 19. Born in 1919 in Rexford, N.Y., he was the son of Albert and Maude (Baker) Cassavoy. He grew up in Plainfield. In 1940, he married Eva Lavigne. He was a member of St. Monica Parish and a 42­year employee of Buttura & Sons Granite, retiring in 1981. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Michael and Robert; three daughters, Suzanne (Mrs. William) Stone, Sandra (Mrs. Richard) Kelly and Sheila (Mrs. Robert) Rochefort; 14 grand­children; three great­grandchildren; two sisters; one brother; many nieces and nephews. 

Davis, Ranald O., 91, of Wolcott, died Feb. 17. Born in 1905 in Johnson, he was the son of Walter and Kitty (Fletcher) Davis. In 1932, he married Madelyn Hooper. Survivors include his wife; five children, Marilyn Locke, Albert Davis, Walter Davis, Roger Davis and Barbara King; 16 grandchildren; 25 great­grandchildren; one sister, Ada Foss. 

Allain, Maureen Lewis, 57, of Barre, died Feb. 14. Born in 1939 in Warrington, England, she was the daughter of William and Mary Britton. She attended schools there and came to the United States in 1958. She had been employed at several area restaurants. Survivors include three daughters, Deborah Lewis, Shari (Mrs. David) Duncan and Donna Lewis; three grand­children; a brother; six sisters; nieces and nephews. 

Fuller, Frederick E., 89, of Barre, died Feb. 14. He was born in 1907 in Stannard and was employed in the logging and farming industry in Vermont and Massachusetts. He attended the Seventh­Day Adventist Church. Survivors include his wife, Joanne; one son, Frederick Jr.; four stepsons, Earl, Brice, William and Joseph Lewis; one stepdaughter, Pearl Johnson; many grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Tullar, Carolyn A., 54, of Corinth, died Feb. 16. Born in 1942 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Clarence and Alice (Hill) Fleming. She attended schools in Middlebury and graduated from Searles High School in Mass. In 1962, she married James Allen Tullar. She had been employed as a nurse's aid. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Randall and Jeffrey; three grandchildren; her mother; nine sisters; four brothers; many nieces and nephews. 

Stone, Catherine G., 83, formerly of Montpelier, died Feb. 17. Born in 1914 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of William and Catherine (Buchanon) Hoare. She received her early education in Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1945, she married Frank Stone. She was a secretary at National Life Insurance Company and a former member of St. John's Church (Episcopal) in Walpole, N.H. Survivors include her husband; one brother, Joseph Howard; five sisters, Louisa Jackson, Eunita Woodruff, Estella Meaker, Rowena Fellows and Phyllis Baker; many nieces and nephews. 

Ferris, Adrian K., 78, of Moretown, died Feb. 17. Born in 1918 in Montpelier, he was the son of Albert and Florence (Pierce) Ferris. He attended schools in Moretown and Montpelier Seminary and served with the Army during WWII. In 1944, he married Bernadette McGowan, who died in 1992. He was a truck driver for G.T. Evans Company, Merrill Transportation and Dubois Trucking and later worked as a painter for Brothers Building Company, retiring in 1980. He was a member of Moretown United Methodist Church. Survivors include two daughters, Carolyn Ferris and Florence Izzo; a son, Adrian Jr.; four granddaughters; three brothers; one sister; nieces and nephews. 

Corey, Anthony M., 82, of South Barre, died Feb. 20. Born in 1915 in Caribou, Maine, he was the son of Amos and Celia (Ziter) Corey. The family moved to the Barre five years later. In 1935, he married Mary J. Teja. He worked for Ward Baking Company, retiring in 1977. He was a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; one son, Frank; two daughters, Antoinette Taylor and Carol Ann (Mrs. Michael) Ryan; a sister; six grandchildren; 11 great­grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Lowe, Hazel M., 91, of Waterbury, died Feb. 20. Born in 1905 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Burt and Cora (Murray) Dalley. In 1929, she married Russ Lowe. They farmed in Waterbury for many years. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Linda Rushford and Janice Dean; one son, Everett; 27 grandchildren; 34 great­grandchildren; three great­great­grandchildren; one sister; a cousin; nieces and nephews. 

Fitzpatrick, Marguerite, 89, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 15. Born in 1907 in Barre, she was the daughter of Charles and Alice (Sibley) Kent. She graduated from Bradford Academy and Middlebury College, where she earned her bachelor of arts degree. She taught in New York state, in New Jersey and in Bradford. She was a member of Bradford Congregational Church. Survi­vors include four nephews, Clarence Kent, Charles Kent II, George Kent Jr. and Ralph Kent; many great­nieces and great­nephews; and great­great­nieces. 

Riddel, Preston, 70, of Montpelier, died Feb. 20. Born in 1926 in Montpelier, he was the son of Charles and Florence (McGovern) Riddel. He graduated from Norwich University with a degree in engineering. He had worked for the Department of the Interior, as assistant superin­tendent of Cape Hatteras National Seashore and as superintendent of Cape Lookout National Seashore, retiring in 1987. He is survived by his wife, Ola Mae (Tow) Riddel. 

Austin­McClellan, Dor­othy E., 73, formerly of Randolph, died recently in Portland, Maine. Born in 1924 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Ernest and Valentine (Packard) Austin. She had owned her own hair salon in Hanover, N.H. and also was a tour hostess for Maine Line Tours. Her husband, Harold McClellan, predeceased her. Survivors include two stepsons, Gerald and Stephen McClellan; two stepdaughters, Juliann Putt and Bonnie Hooper; three nieces; seven step­grandchildren; two step­great­grandchildren. 

Dindo, Joseph, 80, of Barre Town, died Feb. 19. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, he was the son of Giovanni and Francesca (Rossi) Dindo. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the Army. In 1946, he married Olive Gomez. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service at the Barre Post Office, retiring in 1977. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; four sons, John, Charles, Michael and Robert; one daughter, Deborah Linehan; 14 grandchildren; one niece and one nephew. 

Bowman, Keith L., 80, of Randolph, died Feb. 19. Born in 1916 in Morrill, Kansas, he was the son of Peter and Bessie (Lawrence) Bowman. He attended schools in New York state and graduated from Kings Ferry (N.Y.) High School. In 1943, he married Kathryn Slifka, who died in 1968. In 1969, he married Doris (Stewart) Cannan. He served with the Army during WWII. He first worked at Agway in New York and then as plant superintendent with Ethan Allen in N.Y., retiring from there in 1971 after moving to Randolph and becoming the plant manager there. He then operated his own furniture store in Randolph. Survivors include his wife; one son, Keith; one daughter, Patricia Mayer; three stepchildren, Diane Lane, Donald Cannan and Deborah Delany; five grandchildren; two great­grandsons; seven step­great­grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters. 

Kerr, Sara M., 2, daughter of Robert and Amy Kerr of Michigan, died Feb. 7 in Michigan. She was born in 1994. Survivors include her parents; her brother, Shaun; her grandparents, Robert and Susan Kerr of East Montpelier, Bryon and Alice Downing of Chelsea, and Blaine and Anne Ducharme of Michigan; great­grandparents; several aunts and uncles. 

Normandeau, J. Marcel, 87, formerly of Montpelier, died Feb. 18. Born in 1925 in New Richmond, Quebec, he moved to Montpelier in 1925. He moved to Mass., where he established a monument company, retiring in 1974. His wife, Cecile Croteau, died 10 years ago. Survivors include a son, Leon; a daughter, Louise Finegan; five grandchildren; one great­grandson; three brothers; two sisters. 

Shaneberger, Kerri B., 27, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 15. Born in Flemington, N.J., she was the daughter of Judith Davidson and Gary Shaneberger. She lived in Barre, graduating from Spaulding High School and attended the University of Vermont. She was attending Iowa State University, planning to graduate in May. Survivors include her mother; her father; two brothers, Gary Jr. and Gray; a sister, Jennifer Shaneberger; her grandmother. 

Williams, Cecil E., 84, of Wolcott, died Feb. 16. Born in 1913 in Albany, he was the son of Edward Wellington and Clara (Weston) Williams. He attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1945, he married Evelyn Smith. In 1945, he married Lillian Pearl Colbeth, who died in 1991. He served with the Navy. He operated Williams Garage on Route 15 in Wolcott until the early 1970s, when he retired. He was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include four sons, Stanley, Donald, Douglas and Stephen; two daughters, Carol Fowler and Vicki Niles; nine grandchildren; five step­grandchildren; 11 great­grandchildren; one sister; several nieces and nephews. 

Lyford, Joyce A., 56, formerly of Chelsea, died Feb. 14. Born in 1940 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of Bryon and Doris Mae (Ploof) Maynard. She attended Chelsea Elementary and Chelsea High School. She had worked at VanRaalte Corp. in Randolph and at the Darling Inn, Pine Knoll Nursing Home and Electronic Precision Inc., all in Lyndonville and later at the St. Johnsbury Convalescent Home. In 1961, she married Lawrence Lyford Sr. Survivors include her husband; one son, Lawrence Jr.; three daughters, Kathy Ann Parent, Gail Marie Lovell and Mary Sue Regione; two brothers; 11 grandchildren; an uncle and many nieces and nephews. 

Tallman, Leora L., 85, of Waterbury, died March 3. Born in 1911 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of Elbridge and Pearl (Boardman) Luther. In 1928, she married Raymond Tallman, who died in 1983. She served in several capacities while employed by the State of Vermont Mental Health Division, retiring in 1973. Survivors include one son, Darrell; two grandchildren; three great-grandsons; a foster daughter, Dorothy Baker; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Montague, Pauline, 64, of East Montpelier, died March 4. Born in 1932 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Mason and Demis (Johnson) White. She attended Montpelier graded schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She married Earl J. Montague and they owned and operated several businesses. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include her husband; one son, Arthur; one daughter, Dianna Belliveau; two grandchildren; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Purple, Betsey Jane, 87, of Randolph Center, died March 3. Born in 1909 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Gerald and Florence (Bennett) Fish. She was educated in Randolph schools and became an elementary teacher. She worked in area stores and was a clerk at the Randolph Center Post Office for 20 years. In 1933, she married Preston P. Purple. They owned and operated Purple's Hilltop Orchard. He died in 1987. Survivors include her daughter, Carolyn (Mrs. James) Lumbra; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Gitchell, Lawrence E., 88, formerly of Montpelier and a resident of West Hartford, Conn. since 1940, died March 6. Born in Montpelier, he graduated from Montpelier High School. He was senior highway engineer with the State of Connecticut and was co-owner of Sellew and Gitchell Land Surveyors. He served with the Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Universalist Church of West Hartford. His first wife, Arvilla (Sachsenhauser) Gitchell, is deceased. Survivors include his present wife, Barbara; two daughters, Ruth Gitchell and Alice Gitchell; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

McMahon, Helen, 85, of Berlin, died March 13. Born in 1911, she was the daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Fraykor) Brecho. She was married to Leo McMahon, who is deceased. She was employed at the former W.T. Grant Store in New York state before moving to Montpelier. She was a member of the St. Augustine Church. Her only known survivors are nieces and nephews.

Robar, James L., 42, formerly of Barre and more recently of Texas, died March 3. Born in 1955 in Barre, he was the son of Frederick and Ilanore (Pillsbury) Robar. He received his early education at the former Quarry School in Graniteville and graduated from Williamstown High School. He served with the Army. He was an auto mechanic and body work specialist. In 1978, he married Connie Henes; they later divorced. In 1987, he married Deborah Smith. Sur-vivors include his wife; two daughters, Jennifer Robar and Amanda Robar; his father and his wife, Fred and Lee Robar; his stepmother, Rachel Robar; two brothers; six sisters; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Morin, Louis, 84, of Barre Town, died March 5. Born in 1912 in Graniteville, he was the son of Remi and Wilhemina (Hissoire) Morin. He grew up in Graniteville where he attended Holy Ghost School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1938, he married Loretta Desilets. He retired from Rock of Ages Corp. after 46 years of service. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include his wife; one son, Philip; one daughter, Claire Daniels; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Sollace, James T., 71, of Waterbury, died March 5. Born in 1926 in Shoreham, he was the son of Ira and Belle (Blair) Sollace. He attended schools in Waitsfield and served with the Navy during WWII. In earlier years, he worked for W.E. Collins Ford dealership in Waterbury and in 1954, moved to California. He was employed as an autobody painter at Ford and Lincoln Mercury manufacturing plant. He later became a commercial air conditioning repair technician. Since he returned to Vermont, he had worked in the maintenance division at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. Survivors include a son, James Michael Sollace; two grandsons; nieces and nephews.

Garcia, Antonio, C., 46, of Williamstown, died March 5. Born in 1950 in Valencia, Spain, he was the son of Antonio R. and Mary Garcia. He came to Barre with his parents in 1955 where he received his early education and graduated from Spaulding High School. He received his BA in education from Lyndon State College and a BS in physical therapy from the University of Vermont. He had been employed as a physical therapist at CVH. In 1988, he married Susan McLellan. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Nathan and Gabriel; his parents; one brother; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cruickshank, Ella L., 97, of Northfield, died March 4. Born in 1900 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Walter and Lillian (Farrar) Cruickshank. She attended school in Roxbury. In 1919, she married James A. Cruickshank, who died in 1947. She was a member of United Methodist Church in Northfield Falls. Survivors include a son, Lawrence; two daughters, Mary Senter and Ladora Binns; two sisters; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild.

Slawsky, Augusta Magerman, 90, of Berlin, died March 4. Born in 1907 in the Ukraine, she was the daughter of Dora and Fischel Magerman. She grew up in Philadelphia and graduated from South Philadelphia High School for Women. She graduated from Philadelphia School of Nursing and was employed in three major hos-pitals in Philadelphia before entering the field of private duty nursing. Her husband, Samuel, died in 1959. Survivors include a daughter, Linda (Mrs. Stephen) Coble; four grandchildren; two nieces.

Cole, Arthur W., 86, of Hardwick, died March 4. Born in 1911 in Greensboro Bend, he was the son of Wesley and Sadie (Withers) Cole. He graduated from Greensboro High School. In 1932, he married Lillian (Fuller) Cole, who died in 1981. He retired after a long career with the St. Johnsbury and Lamoille County Railroad. Survivors include a son, Dennis; a daughter, Norma (Mrs. Clement) Giroux; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Young, Carl J., 52, of Greensboro, died Feb. 28. Born in 1944 in East Orange, N.J., he was the son of Harvey and Nadine (Robert) Young. In 1966, he married Mary Barr. He was a longtime summer resident of Greensboro. Survivors include his wife, his mother; a son, Michael; a daughter, Nancy Young; a brother.

Chiodi, Lorenzo, 91, of Barre, died Feb. 28. Born in 1905 in Pavulo, province of Modena, Italy, he was the son of Domenico and Adele (Olivari) Chiodi. He came to the United States with his family and attended schools in Waterbury, graduating from Albany (N.Y.) Business College. He was involved in the granite industry in Barre and was a co-owner and president of the former Modern Granite Company. He served with the Vermont Army National Guard during WWII. His memberships included the Barre Congregational Church. In 1927, he married Martha Reffi, who died in 1991. Survivors include his son, Larry; his daughter, Rosemary Wheelock; two grandsons; four nephews and a niece.

Welch, Robert C., 80, of Barre, died Feb. 28. Born in 1916 in Plainfield, he was the son of Nelson and Bessie (Batchelder) Welch. In 1938, he married Mary A. Tinkham, who died in 1991. He served as a member of the home guard during WWII. He worked at the Carlos Dunn Farm in East Ryegate and was later employed by Ryegate Paper Mill, H.P. Hood, Four-All Grain Co. of East Barnet and the Barnet school system, where he was a maintenance engineer and bus driver. Survivors include a son, Robert Welch; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister; one brother; several nieces and nephews.

Boardman, Stanley R., 74, of East Montpelier, died Feb. 28. Born in 1922 in Barre, he was the son of Dennis and Gertrude (Jackman) Boardman. He received his education at Peoples Academy in Morrisville. He served with the U.S. Air Corp. In 1950, he married Zeta DeVittori. He had worked at Rouleau Granite Company in Barre and later at Walker Motors and Allen Lumber. He was a member of the Montpelier Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael; two grandchildren; two sisters.

Gay, Charlotte L., 64, of Barre, died Feb. 27. Born in 1933 in Enfield, N.H., she was the daughter of Ralph and Bessie (Maynard) Farnsworth. She came to Barre as a child and attended local schools. In 1959, she married Ernest Gay. She worked at area nursing homes as a nurse's aide. Her memberships included the St. Monica Parish. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Pauline Farnsworth, Laurie (Mrs. Edwin) Larkin and Darlene (Mrs. Alfred) Avery; one son, Michael Gay; one brother; nine grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Miller, Osmond H., 87, of Websterville, died Feb. 28. Born in 1910 in Websterville, he was the son of John and Ethel (Bennett) Miller. He attended local elementary schools, graduated from Spaulding High School and from Coyne Electrical College in Chicago, Ill. He served with the Army Air Corp during WWII. After returning to Vermont, he was employed at Rock of Ages Capacitor plant and later worked for the town of Barre, Miller Building Company and Martin Construction, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the Church of Good Shepherd (Episcopal) of Barre. In 1953, he married Phyllis Page. Survivors include his wife; three sons, James, Merle and Michael; three daughters, Debra, Dawn and Diane; six grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Frerichs, Genevieve, 89, of Montpelier, died March 6. Born in 1908 in Highland Park, Ill., she was the daughter of Louise (Watkins) and Ricker Van Metre. She grew up in Evanston, Ill. and attended schools in Roycemore. She attended Sweet Brier College and the Art Institute of Chicago. In 1938, she married Boris Gilbertson. They moved to Wisconsin and later returned to Evanston, where she was director of the Evanston Art Center and then at Northwestern University. In 1971, she married Rudolph Frerichs. She moved to Montpelier in 1989. Survivors include a son, Eric Gilbertson; three grandsons; a sister; a brother; many nieces and nephews.

Fitzpatrick, Anna G., 76, of Barre, died March 7. Born in 1920 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Joseph and Anna Rose (O'Connor) Cleary. She attended St. Michael's High School. After high school, she worked in the Barre town manager's office and Selective Service Board. She also worked for the War Production Board and the USO and the Federal Housing Authority. In 1943, she married Raymond Fitzpatrick. She then became office manager of her husband's law firm. Mr. Fitzpatrick died in 1995. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Kathleen Fox; two sons, Raymond and John; seven grandchildren; a brother.

Brown, Mary D., 89, of Randolph, died March 6. Born in 1907 in Lowell, Mass., she was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Gorman) Howe. She received her education in the Lowell school system and graduated from the Lowell Normal School, now University of Massachusetts-Lowell. In 1931, she married Edward A. Brown, who died in 1986. She was a school teacher in Rochester and then worked at Hill's Department Store in Randolph before becoming a sales representative for Sarah Coventry products. She was a member of Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Church. Survivors include a son, Edward; three grandchildren.

Grenier, Delphire A., 95, of Barre, died March 12. Born in 1902 in St. Malo, Quebec, she was the daughter of George and Meranda (Favreau) Therrien. In 1926, she married Hercule L. Gauthier, who died in 1956. In 1964, she married Napoleon Grenier, who died in 1973. She was a member of St. Monica Church. She is remembered by many people as an accomplished seamstress. Survivors include four sons, Gaston, Fernand, Norman and Gerald; five daughters, Cecile (Mrs. Carroll) Fuller, Lorraine Norkeveck, Carmen Gauthier, Francois (Mrs. Paul) Carrier and Noella (Mrs. Tulvio) Durand; 23 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Stubbs, Jean W., 82, of Waitsfield, died March 7. Born in 1914 in Palisades, N.J., he was the son of Ralph and Felicie (Pierne) Stubbs. He earned a degree in electrical engineering from City College of New York and worked for many years for the Chemical Construction Corp. in New York, retiring in 1979. In 1944, he married Dolerita Holloway and in 1982, they moved to Waitsfield. Mrs. Stubbs died in 1996. While in Waitsfield, he was dispatcher for Mad River Valley Ambulance Service. Survivors include two daughters, Dolerita Gansz and Roberta Egan; one son, Gilbert; four grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews.

Witham, Carroll E., Sr., 78, of East Montpelier, died March 8. Born in 1918 in Worcester, he was the son of Fred and Blanche (Graves) Witham. He spent his early years in Worcester and was educated in Worcester. He served with the Civil Con-servation Corp. and in 1941, joined the Army Air Corps, serving during WWII. He worked for Cross Bakery Company in Montpelier and was in the construction trade business, having been employed by Charles Ellingwood and Waugh Con-struction Company. Survivors include his wife, Helen Bailey Witham; three sons, Carroll Jr., Bradley and Bruce; two grandchildren; two brothers; nieces and nephews.

Collins, Tyler, infant son of Eugene Robinson Jr. and Contessa Collins, died shortly after birth March 7. Survivors include his parents; grandparents, Sherry and Ernest Collins and Pearline Robinson; great-grandparents, Hilda Collins and Chester and Mavis Beede; and Robert and Theresa Joyal; great-great-grandmother, Rachel Beede; several aunts and uncles; great-aunts and great-uncles; great-great-aunts and great-great-uncles.

McCanna, George E., 79, formerly of Hardwick, died March 9. He was postmaster in Hardwick for 28 years before retiring and moving to Florida. He was a veteran of the Air Force, serving during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn McCanna; three sons, William, Timothy and Patrick; one daughter, Michele Campbell; eight grandchildren.

Bowden, Barbara H., 78, of Montpelier, died March 13. Born in 1918 in Waltham, Mass., she was the daughter of Douglas Hayes and Marguerite (Tice) Hayes. She graduated from Montpelier High School and from Bradford Junior College, receiving a degree from American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. She was a member of the Women's Army Corps. She married Lt. Col. William Bowden while in the service. She had been a member of the Goldsboro Players and the Montpelier Theater Guild. She was more recently employed at Glove Theater in San Diego, Champlain College and the Shelburne Museum. Survivors include her son, Douglas; two grandchildren; two sisters; two nephews and one niece.

Walker, Cecil O., 86, of Montpelier, died March 10. Born in 1910 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of Wendell and Rena (Corse) Phillips. She was educated in Duxbury schools. In 1936, she married Roy Walker, who died in 1992. She was employed as an operator by New England Telephone Co. Survivors include two son, Roy and Robert; one sister; two nieces and one nephew.

Berard, Leo D., 84, formerly of Websterville/Gran-iteville area, died March 12. Born in 1912 in Websterville, he was the son of Dosithee and Carrie (Dupre) Berard. He graduated from the former Holy Ghost School in Graniteville. In 1936, he moved to Concord, N.H., where he was employed by Brezner & Allied Tannery, from which he retired. Survivors include a daughter, Rita Beard; four sisters; two brothers; many nieces and nephews; and an aunt. His wife, Josephine (Pelillo) Berard, died in 1985.

Leslie, Rachel H., 83, of Berlin, died March 11. Born in 1913 in Middlesex, she was the daughter of Ephraim and Alice Hale Hill. She attended Putnamville Graded School and the former Montpelier Seminary. She was in charge of the hot lunch program in the Riverton School for many years and also worked for the Real Good Toy Company out of her home. She was a member of MacKenzie Memorial Methodist Church in Riverton. Survivors include her husband, Clair Leslie; one son, Ronald; two grandchildren; two nieces.

Corliss, Donald R., 64, of Groton, died March 7. Born in Bethlehem, N.H., he was the son of Alfred and Viola (Washburn) Corliss Sr. He attended schools in Bethlehem. He was a finish carpenter and stone mason. He had worked for Whitney's of Franconia, N.H. and Whitcomb Siding of Littleton, N.H. Since moving to Groton, he had been self-employed. Survivors include his wife, Eleanor (Young) Corliss; a daughter, Loretta C. Robinson; six brothers; three sisters; his stepfather; many nieces and nephews.

DeFalco, Betty O'Con-nell, 93, of Thetford Center, died March 11. Born in 1903 in Kilgarvan, Kerry, Ireland, she was the daughter of Daniel and Mary (Sullivan) O'Connell. She attended schools in Ireland and came to the United States in 1929. In 1942, she married Henry J. DeFalco, who died in 1980. She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Bradford. Survivors include nieces, nephews and cousins.

O'Connor, Michael J., 59, of South Woodbury, died Feb. 23. Born in 1937 in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was the son of Gerald and Honora (Moloney) O'Connor. He graduated from St. Francis College in Brooklyn with a degree in philosophy and attended graduate school at Fordham University. He received his master's degree from University of Vermont. In 1959, he married Noreen Carr. He was an iron worker in New York City and taught on Long Island, N.Y. He and his family moved to South Woodbury and became residents in 1973. He taught in the Montpelier school system for 23 years. Survivors include his wife, Noreen; his sons, Brian, Seth and Terence; his daughter, Deirdre Ann; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Mercer, Audrey E., 76, of Randolph, died March 12. Born in 1921 in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of Charles and Frances (Davis) Bennett. She attended schools in Boston and graduated from the Chandler Business School there. In 1942, she married Maurice Mercer, who died in 1980. She was employed at Gifford Memorial Hospital in Randolph and later worked as a secretary for at Orange County Mental Health, from which she retired. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include a daughter, Ann Wheatley; a son, Peter; four grandchildren.

Crain, Charles M., 72, of Northfield, died March 13. Born in 1924 in Holyoke, Mass., he was the son of Rev. Orville Edward and Mae (Moody) Crain. He graduated from Brockton High School in Brockton, Mass. He served with the Army during WWII. In 1950, he married Ann Lillian Grieg Eide. He was a college professor for 42 years, retiring in 1992 from Northfield University. He was a member of the United Church of Christ in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Christopher, Robin and Bruce; a daughter, Anita Grieg Crain; a sister; one grandson.

Dufresne, Jeanne Y., 85, formerly of Hardwick, died March 12. Born in St. Edwidge, Province of Quebec, she came to Vermont when she was a child and lived in Hardwick. She completed her education at Mount St. Joseph in St. Johnsbury and moved to the Bronx in 1938 to work at Villa Maria Academy. Survivors include a sister, Sister Pauline Dufresne; several nieces and nephews.

Gable, Wanda B., 70, of Barre Town, died March 13. Born in 1926 in Marshfield, she was the daughter of F. Clifton and Ethel (Powers) Bailey. She attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1946, she married James W. Gable, who died in 1989. She had been a partner with her husband, father and brother in the operation of Bailey Warehouse, Bailey Bros. and other related businesses. She and her husband also founded and owned Gable Auto Paint and Supplies and Gable Warehouse. She was a member of the Montpelier Church of Christ. Survivors include a son, Craig; three daughters, Cynthia, Debra and Jane; two grandchildren; a brother; a half-sister; nieces and nephews.

McDuff, Edward, 72, for-merly of Calais, died March 2. Brought up in Calais, he received his early education there and graduated from Plainfield High School and Lyndon State College. He taught school in West Fairlee and Thetford and was town clerk in West Fairlee. He later moved to New York and continued teaching. There are no known survivors.

Huntington, Mary Jane, 58, of Graniteville, died March 10. Born in 1938 in Hanover, N.H., she was the daughter of John and Meda (Roberts) Fields. She received her education in Lyme and Orford (N.H.) schools and graduated from Orford High School. She was employed as a bookkeeper at Plymouth Hos-pital. Survivors include two sons, Eric and Jeff; one daughter, Sandra May; three brothers; three sisters; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A longtime companion, LeRoy Bishop, died in 1996.

Pray, Fred L., 74, of Bradford, died March 10. Born in 1922 in Corinth, he was the son of Fred and Hatie (Clough) Pray. He received his education in East Orange. In 1956, he married Mary H. Abbott. He was a woodsman and farm laborer and had been employed at the Waits River Bobbin Mill. Survivors include his wife; two sisters, Josephine Bruleigh and Mary Flye; several nieces and nephews.

Graham, Sibella D., 83, of Randolph, died March 10. Born in 1913 in Kearny, N.J., she was the daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Hannah) Duff. She attended schools in Kearny. In 1944, she married Andrew Graham, who died in 1963. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Ennis; a son, Thomas; three grandchildren.

Paterson, Richard T., 78, of Barre, died March 10. Born in 1918 in Barre, he was the son of George and Margaret (Thompson) Paterson. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1940, he married Jane Irene Dreyer. He became employed by the James McLeod Plumbing and Heating Company and retired from Averill's Plumbing, Heating and Hardware Store in Barre, which he and his brother had owned and operated. He was a member of the Barre Universalist Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Suzanne (Mrs. Robert) Cassavoy and Tracy (Mrs. Richard) Henrikson; five granddaughters.

Guare, J. Richard, 75, of Montpelier, died March 10. Born in 1921 in Montpelier, he was the son of Thomas and Florence (Emmons) Guare. He attended St. Michael's Elementary School and graduated from St. Michael's High School. He joined the Montpelier Fire Department and continued as a volunteer until 1979. He had been a member of the Coast Guard. In 1945, he married Helen A. Schefisch. He attended Boston School of Embalming and returned to Montpelier. He succeeded his father in the management of Guare & Sons Funeral Home, retiring in 1984. In addition to the funeral home, he also operated an ambulance service in the central Vermont area. He belonged to St. Augustine Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Margaret (Mrs. James) Bouffard; four sons, Phil, Thomas, John and Paul; three granddaughters; one grandson; two step-grandsons; two brothers; one sister; many nieces and nephews.

Shepard, Earl E., 99, of South Royalton, died March 14. Born in 1897 in Bethel, he was the son of Charles F. and Myrtie (Woodard) Shepard. He attended schools in Bethel. He served with the Army during WWI and was employed as a telephone operator and at Graham's Hardware, both in Bethel. He established Shepard's Jewelry & Stationery Store in South Royalton, which he operated until 1963. Afterward, he conducted business from his home for several more years. In 1921, he married Blanche Hazzard, who died in 1994. He was a member of Miller Memorial United Methodist Church in Bethel. Survivors include his daughter, Hazel (Mrs. Roger) Welch; two sons, Harold and Robert; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a nephew and a niece.

Rogers, June Avery, 62, of South Royalton, died March 14. Born in 1934 in South Easton, Mass., she was the daughter of James and Jennie (Merry) Avery. She attended school in East Bridgewater, Mass. and South Royalton High School. She owned and operated Junie's Gift Shop on Route 14 for many years. In 1969, she married Richard Rogers. Survivors include her husband; one son, James; a stepson, Charles; four step-daughters, Mary Demar, Sandra Lini, Sharon Franch and Bonnie Perkins; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother; three sisters; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Tomat, John, 82, of Montpelier, died March 20. Born in 1915 in Barre, he was the son of Leonardo and Antoinetta (Antivi) Tomat. He attended Barre City schools and Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of Army Air Force, serving during WWII. He was an auto mechanic for Harry Rossi in Montpelier and later a custodian at Montpelier High School. He was a call fireman for the Montpelier Fire Department. In 1951, he married Katherine Conlin, who died in 1992. Survivors include two brothers, Ado Tomat and Leonard Tomat; a sister, Esther Savoia; nieces and nephews.

Griffith, James A., 71, of Barre, died March 17. Born in 1925 in Burlington, he was the son of Peter and Annie (Barclay) Griffith. He graduated from Plainfield High School. He was a maintenance engineer and boiler technician for Heald Machine Company in Worcester, Mass., retiring in 1986. In 1945, he married Wilma Bartlett. They moved to Barre in 1991. He was a member of Montpelier Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Steven, Robert and Douglas; one daughter, Cindy (Mrs. Ernest) LaBelle; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Pixley, Clifford E., 76, of Northfield, died March 17. Born in 1921 in Strafford, he was the son of Gerald and Marie (Mayberry) Pixley. He received his education in Strafford and at Thetford Academy. He was employed as a carpenter and farmhand in Strafford and Chelsea and in New Hampshire. He served with the Army Air Force during WWII. He later worked for the Boston and Maine Railroad, Vermont Copper Mines in South Strafford and Enfield (N.H.) Box Company. He also worked at Arbor Acres Farms Inc. in Conn., and at Malmquist Wood Products in Post Mills, retiring in 1986. In 1942, he married Pauline Gray. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Clifford, Douglas and David; a daughter, Sandra Lee Cowing; three brothers; one sister; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Levesque, Joseph M., 77, formerly of Barre, died March 15. Born in 1920 in Websterville, he was the son of Louis and Gladys (Rabitaille) Levesque. He was employed at the former New Britain (Conn.) Machine Co., retiring in 1982. He was a WWII veteran, serving with the Army Air Corps. Survivors include two daughters, Lisa Levesque and Jo-Ellen Crespi; two grandchildren; one brother; four sisters; nieces and nephews.

Fuller, F. Floyd, 95, of Randolph Center, died March 16. Born in 1901 in Warren, he was the son of Elijah and Harriet (Curtis) Fuller. He attended schools in Warren. In 1924, he married Gertrude Neal, who died in 1975. He later married Ethel Hunt, who died in 1985. He worked for Lynn Gas and Electric Company in Mass. He moved to Rochester in 1927 and to Randolph in 1936. He sold Rawleigh products and purchased a dairy farm in Randolph Center, operating it until 1966. He sold farm machinery for L.W. Greenwood and in 1975, established a horse dentistry practice, working throughout Vermont and New Hampshire. Survivors include two daughters, Joyce Bean and Audrey Otto; five stepsons, Wallace, Norman, Herbert, Sheldon and Royce Hunt; seven grandchildren; six great-grand-children; many nieces and nephews.

Capron, Lorraine E., 61, of Bethel, died March 15. Born in 1936 in North Troy, she was the daughter of William and Rose (Weatherby) Kennett. She attended schools in Rochester and in 1954, married Gordon Capron. She had cared for children in her home and was a member of the Miller Memorial Methodist Church in Bethel. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Darlene Capron; her stepmother, Helen Kennett; a brother; a half-brother; three half-sisters; a granddaughter and a grandson; many nieces and nephews.

Fitzgerald, Thomas R., 41, of Waterbury, died March 15. Born in 1955 in Toledo, Ohio, he was the son of Betty (Threadgold) and Claude Fitzgerald. He graduated from Rutland High School and from the University of Vermont with a degree in business administration. He worked in both Waterbury and Montpelier for the State of Vermont, Banking and Insurance and Securities Division. Survivors include his mother; three sisters, Karen Pekar, Nancy Robert and Linda Webb; a brother, Russell Fitzgerald; nieces and nephews.

Ahern, Ronald C., 66, of Barre, died March 19. Born in 1930 in El Reno, Okla., he was the son of Ignatius and Ruby (Burton) Ahern. He attended schools in El Reno, graduating there. In 1949, he married Theresa Gatz. They moved to Oregon, where they operated a grocery store on an Indian reservation. They then moved to Washington D.C., where he was an administrative assistant to several United States congressmen. He later established his own business in government information services, operating it until 1971. Survivors include three daughters, Diana Celia, Christine Ahern and Cindy Isabelle; four sons, Larry, Ronald, Kevin and Timothy; six grandchildren; a brother; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Cody, Leona Wobby, 87, of Barre, died March 19. Born in 1909 in Newport, she was the daughter of Joseph and Agnes (Handy) Hendy. She grew up in Barton and attended St. Paul's Academy. In 1927, she married Michael J. Wobby, who died in 1967. They had lived in Barre, operating Wobby's Market and the Twin City Motel. In 1969, she married Richard M. Cody, who died in 1972. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include one son, Richard Wobby Sr.; three daughters, Catherine Sawyer, Agnes (Mrs. John) Ormsby and Mary Ann (Mrs. Charles) Bizzozero; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Chaloux, Rosario D., 71, of Granville, died March 17. Born in 1926 in Derby Line, he was the son of Joseph and Jennie (Favereau) Chaloux. He attended Randolph and Randolph Center schools. He worked at Eaton Lumber Co. in Hancock and then for the State Highway Department in Rochester, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Elizabeth's Church in Rochester. In 1950, he married Helen Adams. Survivors include his wife; three grandchildren.

Simmons, Frank C., 85, of Marshfield, died March 19. Born in Larned, Kan., he graduated from Westport High School in Kansas City, Mo. He was employed at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft in Conn. and a jet engine inspector in Westinghouse. He later worked for Thikol Chemical Co., at Electro Plating Inc., as a bail bondsman. He retired to Marshfield in 1991. In 1940 he married Helen Farley. Survivors include his son, Robert; a daughter, Patricia Howard; two grandchildren.

Gilman, Norma H., 77, of Chelsea, died Dec. 4. Born in 1919 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of Frank and Mary (Luce) Gates. She attended schools in Chelsea, graduating from Chelsea High School and from Vermont Junior College. In 1945, she married David Gilman. They operated a farm on Route 100. She was a member of the United Church of Chelsea. Survivors include her husband; several cousins.

Frazer, Harry W., 88, formerly of Northfield, died March 16. Born in 1908 in Northfield, he was the son of Thomas L. and Ida Mae (Tucker) Frazer. He graduated from the Randolph Agricultural School. In 1928, he married Josephine Marion Carpenter, who died in 1951. In 1955, he married Mae Dillion; they later divorced. In 1962, he married Doris Benway, who died in 1981. He had worked at Rock of Ages Quarry, at Windsor Machine Products, at Court Products in White River Jct. and at Dartmouth College. He retired in 1971. Survivors include five sons, William, Jordan, Stewart, Jerome and Thomas; two daughters, Lillian Burchett and Betty Anne MacLaughlin; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Hersey, Lee C., 55, of Montpelier, died March 26. Born in 1942 in Montpelier, he was the son of Loretta (Compeau) and Clifton Hersey. He graduated from Montpelier High School, continued his education at Leicester (Mass.) Junior College and graduated from New England Institute of Funeral Service in Boston. In 1969, he married Sharon LaFountain. He worked at V.L. Perkins Co. Furniture Store and Perkins-Parker Funeral Home in Waterbury. He also operated the Dairy Creme in Montpelier and ran a snow plowing business. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Hersey; a son, Matthew; his mother; two brothers; three nieces and a nephew.

Warren, June S., 72, of Washington, died March 25. Born in 1924, she was the daughter of Frank and Vae (Cutler) Smith. She graduated from Montpelier High School and was employed as a secretary for Central Vermont Railroad. She also worked for Pyrofax Gas Company, retiring from there. She had been married to Robert Warren. Survivors include several cousins.

Thygesen, Harold A., 87, of Barre, died March 25. Born in 1910 in Grayland, Ohio, he was the son of Theodore and Marie (Nielsen) Thygesen. He attended schools in Grayland until his family moved to Barre, where he continued his schooling. He was first married to Aurelia Andreoletti in 1932. In 1950, he married Savina Arioli. He was a master carpenter and later became self-employed in the construction field. He also worked for other construction firms, retiring in 1975. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Harold Jr. and Dana; three daughters, Judith (Mrs. Richard) Robbins, Katherine (Mrs. Ronald) Mackie and Maydean McLaughlin; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Norman G., 60, of East Randolph, died March 26. Born in 1937 in Swanton, he was the son of Gerald and Mary Jane (Ouimet) Martin. He graduated from Holy Angels School in St. Albans, St. Michael's College and Vermont State Police Academy. He served in the Vermont National Guard, retiring in 1986. He retired from the Vermont State Police in 1986 and was a former member of the Burlington Police Department. He was a communicant of Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Church. Survivors include his wife, Trudy (Benjamin) Martin; his mother; four children, Kevin, David, Leslie Martin-Lewis and Chrystal Martin; a grandson; three sisters; three brothers; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Paradysz, Louis F., 69, of Randolph Center, died March 27. Born in 1927 in Springfield, Mass., he was the son of Louis and Sophie (Twarog) Paradysz. He had been involved in the family business, Holyoke Farm Machinery and then graduated from the University of Massachusetts and received a masters degree in optics from the University of Rochester in New York. In 1963, he married Ena E. Tunberg. He was a physics professor at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, retiring in 1989. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Erica Paradysz; a son, Jeffrey; two sisters.

McCullough, Lucy L., 86, of Chelsea, died March 26. Born in 1910 in Salem, Mass., she was the daughter of Nelson and Marion (Lambertson) Bette. She attended school in Marblehead, Mass., Corinth and Chelsea, graduating from Chelsea High School. She took teacher training courses at Montpelier Seminary and taught for one year in Chelsea. In 1930, she married Dwight N. McCullough, who died in 1987. She had been bookkeeper for her husband who operated Betts and McCullough Garage in Chelsea. Survivors include four sons, Dwight Jr., Charles, Alan and Maurice; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Vest, Bernice L., 93, of Jonesville, died March 23. Born in 1903 in Richmond, she was the daughter of Samuel and Mary (Young) Lacillade. Her husband, Herbert J. Vest, died in 1992. She was a homemaker, parent and grandparent. Survivors include one son, James; five daughters, Marjorie Cobb, Marilyn Begins, Natalie Ashton, Joan Zimmerman and Carol Gurule; a sister; 22 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

Sanborn, Forrest, 92, of Northfield, died March 25. Born in 1905 in Hudson, Mass., he was the son of Charles and Mary Louise (Peterson) Sanborn. He graduated from Sharon (Mass.) High School and attended four years of college majoring in agriculture. In 1941, he married Clara Rabtoy, who died in 1988. He worked for Dennison Manufacturing in Framington, Mass., retiring from there. He and his wife moved to Northfield Falls in 1969. Survivors include his sister, Eleanor Risch; three nephews and a niece; five step-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; four step-great-great-grandchildren.

Atkins, Ada, 89, of Hardwick, died March 26. Born in 1908, she was the daughter of John J. and Hattie J. (Balch) Bradford. She graduated from Hardwick Academy. She had worked in the law office of Sumner Darling Jr. and later at the Hardwick Trust Company, retiring in 1965. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Her first husband, Raymond Duby, is deceased. She later married Harold R. Atkins, also deceased. Survivors include a step-daughter, Gail Prescott; a stepson, Gary Atkins; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Robarge, Deborah L., 47, of Hardwick, died March 26. Born in 1949 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Francis and Eleanor (Riach) Perry. She received her early education in Hardwick, graduating from Hardwick Academy and from Fanny Allen School of Nursing. In 1969, she married Larry Robarge. She had worked at Hardwick Hospital, Copley Hospital and Fanny Allen Hospital. She also worked at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA and was charge nurse at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Raymond and John; five grandchildren; her father; three brothers; two sisters; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Davenport, Henry C., 65, of Barre, died March 22. Born in 1931 in East Barre, he was the son of Donald and Edith Minor Davenport. He attended local schools, graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Air Force. Survivors include his brothers, Arthur and Francis; his sister, Martha Davenport; many nieces and nephews.

Ayers, Gladys, 78, of Waterbury, died March 17. Born in 1918 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of George Curtis and Minerva (Lawless) Graves. She attended schools in Waterbury and in 1937, married Raymond Ayers. Mr. Ayres died in 1974. Survivors include three sons, Russell, Raymond and Gordon; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Fuller, Douglas H., 52, of Hardwick, died March 22. Born in 1944 in Barre, he was the son of Harold Earl and Clara (Travers) Fuller Fogg. He attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1962, he joined the Air Force, serving in Vietnam. He returned to Vermont and enrolled at Johnson State College, later transferring to Castleton State College and then to the University of Vermont, where he received a degree in education. He taught junior high school science in the Danville, Morrisville and U-32 school systems. He also attended Vermont College in Montpelier, graduating with a degree in nursing and attended the Paramedic School in Brattleboro. He moved to Rhode Island and was employed as an intensive care nurse until returning to Vermont in 1985. He was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include his mother; his step-father, George Fogg; two step-sisters, Helen Rucker and Anita Hamilton; aunts, uncles, step-nieces, step-nephews and cousins.

Lanphear, Harold G., 92, of Lower Cabot, died March 22. Born in 1904 in Eden, he was the son of George and Viva (Ponds) Lanphear. He farmed for more than 70 years in Walden and Cabot. He was a member of the United Church of Cabot. His wife, Mabel, died in 1985. Survivors include four sons, Harold Jr., Carl, David and Robert; seven daughters, Dorothy Clark, Ida Foster, Thelma Trybulski, Evelyn Ciesienski, Genevieve Pior, Margaret Lawson and Beverly Scott; one sister; three half-sisters; three half-brothers; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Wright, Lloyd E., 67, formerly of Groton, died March 24. He was a native of Bradford and later worked as a granite carver at North Barre Granite. He belonged to the Protestant Church. Survivors include his wife, Vilma; three sons, Allen, Craig and Daryl; three daughters, Carmon Pudvah, Diane Blanchard and Kimberly Wright; a brother; two sisters; 10 grandchildren.

Grout, Roselman P., 78, formerly of Waterbury, died March 24. Born in 1918 in Hyde Park, she was the daughter of Henry and Glenna (Jewett) Patnode. The family moved to Keeseville, N.Y., where she attended schools and graduated from Keeseville High School. In 1937, she married Harold Morse Grout, who died in 1992. She had been a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. Sur-vivors include two sons, Harold and Alan; 11 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; three bro-thers; two sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Trevett, Harold Newton, 103, formerly of Plainfield, died March 23. Born in 1894 in Fish House, Saratoga County, N.Y., he graduated from Gloversville (N.Y.) High School and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. He served in the Signal Corps during WWI. He was the head of the electrical engineering department at RPI, retiring in 1959. Memberships included St. John's Church (Episcopal) in Troy, N.Y. Survivors include a daughter, Doris Johnson; a son, Rodney; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Eldred, Adele M., 84, of Barre, died recently. Born in 1912 in St. Mar-des-Carrieres, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Rosaire and Marie Anne (Gingras) Gingras. She came to the U.S. at age 10 and attended Barre City schools. In 1950, she married Raymond Thompson, who died in 1959. In 1962, she married Albert Murtaugh, who died in 1978. She worked at the Champlain and American Woolen Mills in Winooski and also at General Electric, before coming to Montpelier. Survivors include a daughter, Betty Jane Jarvis; two sisters; three brothers; many nieces, nephews and step-children.

Abair, Ruth M., 75, of Waterbury Center, died March 27. Born in 1921 in Underhill, she was the daughter of Robert and Della (Odette) King. She attended schools in Hinesburg. She was first married to Regionald Durand, who died in 1970. In 1978, she married Andrew Abair Sr. She was a homemaker and worked on the family farm. Survivors include her husband; a son, Benjamin Durand; a step-daughter, Cheryl Abair; three step-sons, James, Thomas and Andrew Jr. Abair; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four brothers; nieces and nephews.

Cecchini, Vigilio, 88, of Barre Town, died March 25. Born in 1909 in Barre, he was the son of Giacomo and Electra (Lizzari) Cecchini. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1931, he married Ruth Copping. He had been a registered pharmacist and he and his wife owned and operated Cecchini Pharmacy in Barre until 1968. He later was director of pharmacy at the former Barre City Hospital and pharmacist at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin, retiring in 1976. Survivors include his wife; a son, Robert; two granddaughters; a brother; a sister; three nieces and a nephew.

Smith, Francesca Ther-esa, 88, of Hardwick, died March 21. Born in 1908 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of William Henry and Charity (Bromley) Heath. She attended Hardwick public schools and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1928, she married Arthur Lewis Smith, who died in 1949. She had been employed as a social worker by the State of Vermont. She had attended the University of Chicago. She retired in 1974. Memberships included the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include three sons, Arthur Jr., John and Bert; one daughter, Francesca Horton; two sisters; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Dufresne, Joseph Donald, 68, formerly of Waterbury, died March 22. Born in 1928 in Waterbury, he was the son of Joseph Victor and Marie (Forrest) Dufresne. He served in the Air Force during WWII, Korea and Vietnam, retiring in 1968. In 1954, he married Mary Ann Kalivoda. He had been employed at Warren Molded Plastics, retiring in 1991. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Donald, Phillip and David; one daughter, Rosemarie (Ria) McIlduff; two brothers; five grandchildren.

Straiton, Emily M., 96, of Barre, died March 21. Born in 1900 in Rockport, Mass., she was the daughter of Carl and Ane (Nielsen) Anderson. She moved to Connecticut, where she graduated from Deep River High School and later from Bay Path Institute in Mass. She taught at the Washburn (Maine) High School and at the former Goddard Seminary in Barre. In 1922, she married Alexander Straiton, who died in 1955. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a son, Deane; a daughter, Anne Conlin; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Hersey, Lee C., 55, of Montpelier, died March 26. Born in 1942 in Montpelier, he was the son of Loretta (Compeau) and Clifton Hersey. He graduated from Montpelier High School, continued his education at Leicester (Mass.) Junior College and graduated from New England Institute of Funeral Service in Boston. In 1969, he married Sharon LaFountain. He worked at V.L. Perkins Co. Furniture Store and Perkins-Parker Funeral Home in Waterbury. He also operated the Dairy Creme in Montpelier and ran a snow plowing business. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Hersey; a son, Matthew; his mother; two brothers; three nieces and a nephew.

Warren, June S., 72, of Washington, died March 25. Born in 1924, she was the daughter of Frank and Vae (Cutler) Smith. She graduated from Montpelier High School and was employed as a secretary for Central Vermont Railroad. She also worked for Pyrofax Gas Company, retiring from there. She had been married to Robert Warren. Survivors include several cousins.

Thygesen, Harold A., 87, of Barre, died March 25. Born in 1910 in Grayland, Ohio, he was the son of Theodore and Marie (Nielsen) Thygesen. He attended schools in Grayland until his family moved to Barre, where he continued his schooling. He was first married to Aurelia Andreoletti in 1932. In 1950, he married Savina Arioli. He was a master carpenter and later became self-employed in the construction field. He also worked for other construction firms, retiring in 1975. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Harold Jr. and Dana; three daughters, Judith (Mrs. Richard) Robbins, Katherine (Mrs. Ronald) Mackie and Maydean McLaughlin; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Norman G., 60, of East Randolph, died March 26. Born in 1937 in Swanton, he was the son of Gerald and Mary Jane (Ouimet) Martin. He graduated from Holy Angels School in St. Albans, St. Michael's College and Vermont State Police Academy. He served in the Vermont National Guard, retiring in 1986. He retired from the Vermont State Police in 1986 and was a former member of the Burlington Police Department. He was a communicant of Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Church. Survivors include his wife, Trudy (Benjamin) Martin; his mother; four children, Kevin, David, Leslie Martin-Lewis and Chrystal Martin; a grandson; three sisters; three brothers; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Paradysz, Louis F., 69, of Randolph Center, died March 27. Born in 1927 in Springfield, Mass., he was the son of Louis and Sophie (Twarog) Paradysz. He had been involved in the family business, Holyoke Farm Machinery and then graduated from the University of Massachusetts and received a masters degree in optics from the University of Rochester in New York. In 1963, he married Ena E. Tunberg. He was a physics professor at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Center, retiring in 1989. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Erica Paradysz; a son, Jeffrey; two sisters.

McCullough, Lucy L., 86, of Chelsea, died March 26. Born in 1910 in Salem, Mass., she was the daughter of Nelson and Marion (Lambertson) Bette. She attended school in Marblehead, Mass., Corinth and Chelsea, graduating from Chelsea High School. She took teacher training courses at Montpelier Seminary and taught for one year in Chelsea. In 1930, she married Dwight N. McCullough, who died in 1987. She had been bookkeeper for her husband who operated Betts and McCullough Garage in Chelsea. Survivors include four sons, Dwight Jr., Charles, Alan and Maurice; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Vest, Bernice L., 93, of Jonesville, died March 23. Born in 1903 in Richmond, she was the daughter of Samuel and Mary (Young) Lacillade. Her husband, Herbert J. Vest, died in 1992. She was a homemaker, parent and grandparent. Survivors include one son, James; five daughters, Marjorie Cobb, Marilyn Begins, Natalie Ashton, Joan Zimmerman and Carol Gurule; a sister; 22 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

Sanborn, Forrest, 92, of Northfield, died March 25. Born in 1905 in Hudson, Mass., he was the son of Charles and Mary Louise (Peterson) Sanborn. He graduated from Sharon (Mass.) High School and attended four years of college majoring in agriculture. In 1941, he married Clara Rabtoy, who died in 1988. He worked for Dennison Manufacturing in Framington, Mass., retiring from there. He and his wife moved to Northfield Falls in 1969. Survivors include his sister, Eleanor Risch; three nephews and a niece; five step-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; four step-great-great-grandchildren.

Atkins, Ada, 89, of Hardwick, died March 26. Born in 1908, she was the daughter of John J. and Hattie J. (Balch) Bradford. She graduated from Hardwick Academy. She had worked in the law office of Sumner Darling Jr. and later at the Hardwick Trust Company, retiring in 1965. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Her first husband, Raymond Duby, is deceased. She later married Harold R. Atkins, also deceased. Survivors include a step-daughter, Gail Prescott; a stepson, Gary Atkins; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Robarge, Deborah L., 47, of Hardwick, died March 26. Born in 1949 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Francis and Eleanor (Riach) Perry. She received her early education in Hardwick, graduating from Hardwick Academy and from Fanny Allen School of Nursing. In 1969, she married Larry Robarge. She had worked at Hardwick Hospital, Copley Hospital and Fanny Allen Hospital. She also worked at the Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA and was charge nurse at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Raymond and John; five grandchildren; her father; three brothers; two sisters; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Davenport, Henry C., 65, of Barre, died March 22. Born in 1931 in East Barre, he was the son of Donald and Edith Minor Davenport. He attended local schools, graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Air Force. Survivors include his brothers, Arthur and Francis; his sister, Martha Davenport; many nieces and nephews.

Ayers, Gladys, 78, of Waterbury, died March 17. Born in 1918 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of George Curtis and Minerva (Lawless) Graves. She attended schools in Waterbury and in 1937, married Raymond Ayers. Mr. Ayres died in 1974. Survivors include three sons, Russell, Raymond and Gordon; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Fuller, Douglas H., 52, of Hardwick, died March 22. Born in 1944 in Barre, he was the son of Harold Earl and Clara (Travers) Fuller Fogg. He attended public schools in Hardwick and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1962, he joined the Air Force, serving in Vietnam. He returned to Vermont and enrolled at Johnson State College, later transferring to Castleton State College and then to the University of Vermont, where he received a degree in education. He taught junior high school science in the Danville, Morrisville and U-32 school systems. He also attended Vermont College in Montpelier, graduating with a degree in nursing and attended the Paramedic School in Brattleboro. He moved to Rhode Island and was employed as an intensive care nurse until returning to Vermont in 1985. He was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include his mother; his step-father, George Fogg; two step-sisters, Helen Rucker and Anita Hamilton; aunts, uncles, step-nieces, step-nephews and cousins.

Lanphear, Harold G., 92, of Lower Cabot, died March 22. Born in 1904 in Eden, he was the son of George and Viva (Ponds) Lanphear. He farmed for more than 70 years in Walden and Cabot. He was a member of the United Church of Cabot. His wife, Mabel, died in 1985. Survivors include four sons, Harold Jr., Carl, David and Robert; seven daughters, Dorothy Clark, Ida Foster, Thelma Trybulski, Evelyn Ciesienski, Genevieve Pior, Margaret Lawson and Beverly Scott; one sister; three half-sisters; three half-brothers; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Wright, Lloyd E., 67, formerly of Groton, died March 24. He was a native of Bradford and later worked as a granite carver at North Barre Granite. He belonged to the Protestant Church. Survivors include his wife, Vilma; three sons, Allen, Craig and Daryl; three daughters, Carmon Pudvah, Diane Blanchard and Kimberly Wright; a brother; two sisters; 10 grandchildren.

Grout, Roselman P., 78, formerly of Waterbury, died March 24. Born in 1918 in Hyde Park, she was the daughter of Henry and Glenna (Jewett) Patnode. The family moved to Keeseville, N.Y., where she attended schools and graduated from Keeseville High School. In 1937, she married Harold Morse Grout, who died in 1992. She had been a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. Sur-vivors include two sons, Harold and Alan; 11 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; three bro-thers; two sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Trevett, Harold Newton, 103, formerly of Plainfield, died March 23. Born in 1894 in Fish House, Saratoga County, N.Y., he graduated from Gloversville (N.Y.) High School and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y. He served in the Signal Corps during WWI. He was the head of the electrical engineering department at RPI, retiring in 1959. Memberships included St. John's Church (Episcopal) in Troy, N.Y. Survivors include a daughter, Doris Johnson; a son, Rodney; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Eldred, Adele M., 84, of Barre, died recently. Born in 1912 in St. Mar-des-Carrieres, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Rosaire and Marie Anne (Gingras) Gingras. She came to the U.S. at age 10 and attended Barre City schools. In 1950, she married Raymond Thompson, who died in 1959. In 1962, she married Albert Murtaugh, who died in 1978. She worked at the Champlain and American Woolen Mills in Winooski and also at General Electric, before coming to Montpelier. Survivors include a daughter, Betty Jane Jarvis; two sisters; three brothers; many nieces, nephews and step-children.

Abair, Ruth M., 75, of Waterbury Center, died March 27. Born in 1921 in Underhill, she was the daughter of Robert and Della (Odette) King. She attended schools in Hinesburg. She was first married to Regionald Durand, who died in 1970. In 1978, she married Andrew Abair Sr. She was a homemaker and worked on the family farm. Survivors include her husband; a son, Benjamin Durand; a step-daughter, Cheryl Abair; three step-sons, James, Thomas and Andrew Jr. Abair; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four brothers; nieces and nephews.

Cecchini, Vigilio, 88, of Barre Town, died March 25. Born in 1909 in Barre, he was the son of Giacomo and Electra (Lizzari) Cecchini. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1931, he married Ruth Copping. He had been a registered pharmacist and he and his wife owned and operated Cecchini Pharmacy in Barre until 1968. He later was director of pharmacy at the former Barre City Hospital and pharmacist at Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin, retiring in 1976. Survivors include his wife; a son, Robert; two granddaughters; a brother; a sister; three nieces and a nephew.

Smith, Francesca Ther-esa, 88, of Hardwick, died March 21. Born in 1908 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of William Henry and Charity (Bromley) Heath. She attended Hardwick public schools and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1928, she married Arthur Lewis Smith, who died in 1949. She had been employed as a social worker by the State of Vermont. She had attended the University of Chicago. She retired in 1974. Memberships included the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include three sons, Arthur Jr., John and Bert; one daughter, Francesca Horton; two sisters; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Dufresne, Joseph Donald, 68, formerly of Waterbury, died March 22. Born in 1928 in Waterbury, he was the son of Joseph Victor and Marie (Forrest) Dufresne. He served in the Air Force during WWII, Korea and Vietnam, retiring in 1968. In 1954, he married Mary Ann Kalivoda. He had been employed at Warren Molded Plastics, retiring in 1991. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Donald, Phillip and David; one daughter, Rosemarie (Ria) McIlduff; two brothers; five grandchildren.

Straiton, Emily M., 96, of Barre, died March 21. Born in 1900 in Rockport, Mass., she was the daughter of Carl and Ane (Nielsen) Anderson. She moved to Connecticut, where she graduated from Deep River High School and later from Bay Path Institute in Mass. She taught at the Washburn (Maine) High School and at the former Goddard Seminary in Barre. In 1922, she married Alexander Straiton, who died in 1955. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a son, Deane; a daughter, Anne Conlin; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Bettini, Elisa, 94, of Barre, died April 8. Born in 1902 in Rezzato, Italy, she was the daughter of Angelo and Barbara (Savoldi) Benvenuti. She moved to Barre with her family in 1913 and attended schools there. In 1921, she married Guido Bettini, who died in 1983. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include one son, Thelmo; two daughters, Thelma (Mrs. Roy) Wark and Vilma (Mrs. Gildo) Pinchetti; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

Krzywosinski, Nellie, 95, of Chelsea, died April 6. Born in 1902 in Poland, she was the daughter of Mary Kochauska and Caroll Jarose. The family came to the United States and settled in New Jersey, where she attended schools. In 1925, she married Leonard Krzywosinski, who died in 1960. She moved to Chelsea in 1967 to live with her daughter. She was an accomplished quilter. Survivors include her daughter, Rita Edwards; one son, Alfred; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Tutherly, Herbert W., 74, formerly of Tunbridge, died April 4. Born in 1922 in Tunbridge, he was the son of George and Gertrude (Bacon) Tutherly. The family moved to Washington state, where he attended schools, graduating from Vancouver (Wash.) High School. He was with the Army Signal Corps during WWII. He graduated from Norwich University with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and worked first for Westinghouse and then for Hamilton Standard, retiring in 1984. Memberships include the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Lois (Pierce) Tutherly; one daughter, Diane Resly; two grandsons.

LeClerc, Rose Anna, 94, formerly of Montpelier, died April 6. Born in 1902 in Milford, N.H., she was the daughter of Albert and Rose (Pinard) LeClerc. The family moved to Montpelier, where she attended schools. She served with the Army Signal Corps during WWII. She was employed by Green Mountain Power Corp., retiring in 1966. She was a member of St. Augustine Parish. Survivors include nieces and nephews.

Deyette, Dorothy L., 72, of Sharon, died April 4. Born in 1925 in Lebanon, N.H., she was the daughter of Artie and Bernice (Towle) Blanchard. She received her early education in Chelsea schools and graduated from Black River Academy in Ludlow. She worked at Ethan Allen Furniture in Randolph, at Fyles and Rice of Bethel and also operated a general store in Sharon, retiring in 1987. In 1972, she married Lauris Deyette. Survivors include her husband; four daughters, Catherine Huntley, Nancy Huntley, Judy Brown and Barbara Johnson; one sister; three brothers; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

Erickson, Eleanor B., 88, of Barre, died April 8. Born in 1908 in Barre, she was the daughter of Rudolfo and Maria (Giacobbi) Broggini. She attended Barre schools, grad-uating from Spaulding High School. She was employed as a bookkeeper and office manager and later worked at Champlain Spool and Bobbin Company in Burlington, retiring in 1970. In 1942, she married John E. Erickson, who died in 1976. She was a member of Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include one brother, E. Lawrence Broggini; cousins.

Shiner, Dorothy T., 93, of Montpelier, died April 10. Born in 1903 in Waterbury Center, she was the daughter of Issac A. and Fannie (Parcher) Fiske. She attended the Austine School in Brattleboro and the Perkins Institute for the Blind in Watertown, Mass. She had been married to Edward Shiner. She owned and operated a vending service at the State Office Building, retiring in 1968. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include one son, Franklin; two grand-daughters; nieces and nephews.

Cusson, Irene C., 63, of Barre, died April 9. Born in 1934 in Norton, she was the daughter of Treffley and Rose (Ruel) Sage. She attended schools in Norton. In 1952, she came to Barre and was employed at the former Sprague Electric Company. In 1953, she married George Cusson. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; four daughters, Lorraine Carrier, Rose Cusson, Jeanne Trevetta and Linda Johnson; five grandchildren; three sisters; one brother.

Ramon, Kathleen S., 84, of Barre, died April 11. Born in 1913 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of William and Lila (Comiskey) Skerry. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy and from the University of Vermont with a bachelor of science degree in education. She taught in South Hero, Montpelier, Colchester and Barre Town, retiring in 1979. In 1940, she married Edward Ramon, who died in 1986. Survivors include two sons, Timothy and Charles; a daughter, Mary Pat Ramon; four grandchildren; a nephew.

FitzPatrick, Douglas R., 57, of Berlin, died April 9. Born in 1940 in Montpelier, he was the son of Rev. Gerald and Jifka (Popova) FitzPatrick. He graduated from Montpelier High School and received his bachelor's and master's degrees in civil and structural engineering from Yale University. He worked for New England Telephone, United States Park Service, Bechtel Corp., O'Brien and Gere, the Department of Water Resources, Paulsen Associates and Camp Dresser and McKee in Indonesia. He was self-employed from 1977 to 1996, building a small con-sulting engineering firm. Sur-vivors include his wife, Carol Schaffer FitzPatrick, whom he married in 1963; two daughters, Sandra (Mrs. Thomas) Vitzthum and Heather (Mrs. Edward) Pierce; three grandsons; his mother; two brothers.

Hawes, Robert, 62, of Montpelier, died March 5. He was born in 1933 in New York City and graduated from Fordham University. He had lived in Montpelier for the past six years, working at Another Way Drop-in Center. He attended Christ Church (Episcopal). Survivors include a brother, John Hawes.

Cerutti, Lucille V., 72, of Marshfield, died April 6. Born in 1924 in Calais, she was the daughter of Raymond and Bernice (Angell) Wheeler. She attended North Montpelier School and graduated from Plainfield High School. She was a cook in the Plainfield School and later worked at Noyle Johnson Insurance Agency. In 1965, she became employed at Goddard College in the food service department and was a switchboard operator. She also served as an adviser, a counselor and a teacher in the Adult Degree Program. In 1943, she married Silvio Cerutti, who died in 1992. Survivors include two daughters, Judith Fowler and Inda Loso; two sons, Maurice and Dean; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Thuren, Philomena, 87, of Montpelier, died April 8. Born in 1909 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Samuel and Votille (Napolitano) Demasi. She attended schools in Northfield. In 1933, she married Geogre Thuren, who died in 1977. She had worked at Heaton Hospital, the former Airport Restaurant, at Jones Rest Home and at the Gary Home for the Aged. She retired in 1988. Survivors include a son, Carl; four grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Morreale, Anita Leibowitz, of Adamant, died April 5. Born in 1924 in New York City, she moved to Richmond, Va. as a child. She graduated from the College of William and Mary and worked in New York City for the Department of Social Services. She married Ben Morreale, they divorced in 1983. She had lived in Paris and worked with displaced persons at HIAS, the Jewish Social Service agency. In 1959, she came to Vermont. She taught Latin and English and French at Twinfield High School, Burlington High School, Peru (N.Y.) High School and at Plattsbury (N.Y.) High School, retiring in 1986. Survivors include her sister, Leah Leibowitz Jaffe; two nieces and a nephew.

Cushman, Myrtle W., 74, formerly of Websterville, died April 5. She wintered in Bradenton Beach, FL and had previously lived in Richmond, Mass., and Petersburg, N.Y. She graduated from Berkshire Community College and was a member of the Seventh Day Baptist Church in Berlin, N.Y. Survivors include her husband, Paul Cushman; two daughters, Mary Jean Holt and Laura Mirabel; four sons, Philip, Kenneth, Robert and Jon; three sisters; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Darrah, Richard A., 78, of Hancock and formerly of Randolph, died April 5. Born in 1918 in Randolph, he was the son of Alan and Dora (Fay) Darrah. He was educated in Rochester schools and Vermont Agricultural College in Randolph Center. During WWII, he served with the Army. In 1946, he married Evelyn Brown. He was a supervisor at Weyerhauser Company in Hancock. Survivors include his wife; a son, Terrence; two daughters, Candace McGrath and Nancy Shaw; four grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Emmons, Ethel T., 84, of Randolph, died April 4. Born in 1912 in Brooklyn, N.Y., she was the daughter of Frank and Catherine Trimp. In 1954, she married Phillip Emmons. They moved to Randolph in 1982. She had been employed as a secretary at Watson Metal Products Co. in New York. Survivors include her husband.

Beaudoin, Gerald P. 70, of Barre, died April 4. Born in 1926 in Martinsville, Quebec, he was the son of Alphonse and Antoinette (Levesque) Beaudoin. He attended Holy Ghost School in Graniteville. He served with the Marines and after returning to Barre, worked at the Rock of Ages. In 1976, he married Kathryn Marsha Cheever. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; four stepdaughters, Sharon (Mrs. Ronald) Shepard, Susan (Mrs. Roland) Tousignant, Ann Thygesen and Lisa Cheever; three stepsons, John Cheever Jr., Mark and Stephen; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Kathan, Mildred A., 76, of Warren, died April 14. Born in 1920, she was the daughter of Ruth (Robinson) and Ernest Brooks. She attended schools in Warren and Waitsfield. In 1940, she married Merrill Kathan, who died in 1993. She became a homemaker and raised her family and helped on the family farm. Survivors include her mother; a daughter, Reta Goss; three sons, Wayne, Francis and Wendell; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Emslie, Elizabeth M., 100, formerly of of Barre, died April 11. Born in 1897 in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, she was the daughter Jamis and Margaret (Souter) McGregor. In 1923, she married Thomas Emslie. They owned and operated Emslie the Florist in Barre and Montpelier. He died in 1964. She had lived in Vermont until 1989, when she moved to Indiana to be with her daughter and family. She was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ in Montpelier. Survivors include her daughter, Margaret (Mrs. Robert) Bracken; a sister, Maggie Booth; two brothers, Ian McGregor and Russel McGregor; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Button, Gary A., 34, formerly of Barre, died April 12. Born in 1962 in Barre, he was the son of Gary and Antoinette (Greeno) Button. He was educated in Woodford and Bennington schools. A chef, he had been employed at the Main Attraction restaurant in Bennington, the Sirloin Saloon in Manchester, Mulligan's of Manchester and at the time of his death, at Ryan's Cafe in Bennington. Survivors include his wife, Lisa Button; a daughter, Lancy; his former wife, Kathy; his father; his mother; four sisters; nieces and nephews.

Bateman, Margaret M., 83, formerly of Barre, died April 4. Born in 1913 in Barre, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fitzgerald and attended Barre City schools. In 1937, she married R. Glenn Bateman. They moved to Windsor in 1941. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church. Survivors include her husband; one son, William; three daughters, Marilyn Messier, Loretta Gould and Glynmarry Bateman; a brother; a sister; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

England, Jacquelin P., 58, of Montpelier, died April 15. Born in New York City, she moved to Greenville, Miss. with her family where she graduated from Greenville High School and attended the University of Mississippi. In 1960, she returned to New York City and married Sanford England. She pursued a variety of interests, as well as managing the England Farm in Montpelier. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Rachel Castle; her father, Herbert Potts; a brother; many nieces and nephews.

Mitchell, Jeffrey A., 53, of Hardwick, died April 12. Born in 1944 in Morristown, he was the son of Leslie and Mary (Sanders) Mitchell. He was employed by the State Highway Department. In 1966, he married Gloria (Wells) Mitchell. Sur-vivors include his parents; his wife; two sons, Kevin and Kenneth; a brother.

Trottier, Emilien N., 83, of Graniteville, died April 14. Born in 1913 in Ste. Sophie, Nicolet, Quebec, he was the son of Willie and Angelina (Trottier) Trottier. He received his education in Canadian schools and worked as a logger with his family in New York state. In 1938, he married Cecile Laquerre. They moved to Graniteville in 1939 where he was a trade carpenter for Vermette Construction Co. and for Lague Construction Co. He became night watchman at Rock of Ages plant, retiring from there. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Roger; three daughters, Nancy Trottier, Nicole Trottier-Sweet and Micheline Trottier; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Fisher, Arlene B., 89, of Waterbury, died April 12. Born in 1907 in Gore, Quebec, she was the daughter of Edmond and Clarinda (Atkinson) Cross. She attended schools in Williamstown and worked at the former Barre Sanatorium, Pittsford Sanatorium and Brandon Training School. Later she was employed at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1970. Survivors include her daughter, Janice Raymond; a son, David; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a nephew and three nieces.

Ramon, Kathleen S., 84, of Barre, died April 11. Born in 1913 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of William and Lila (Comiskey) Skerry. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy and the University of Vermont with a bachelor of science degree in education. In 1940, she married Edward Ramon, who died in 1986. She taught in South Hero, Montpelier, Colchester and Barre Town. She was fourth grade teacher at Mathewson Graded School for 25 years, retiring in 1979. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two sons, Timothy and Charles; a daughter, Mary Pat Ramon; four grandchildren; and a nephew.

O'Grady, Angeles M., 80, of Montpelier, died April 11. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Angel and Rose (Pellon) Higuera. The family moved to Spain in 1924 and returned in 1934. She had been employed by the National Spring Clip Co. In 1937, she married Robert O'Grady. She later was employed by the Reddy Plastic Co. in Montpelier, retiring in 1974. She was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Michael and Robert; a grandson; a sister.

Pruneau, Howard H., 82, formerly of East Barre, died April 9. Born in 1914 in East Barre, he was the son of Henry and Anna (Gavin) Pruneau. He grew up in Websterville and attended the Lower Websterville School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1937, he married Gabrielle Begin. During WWII, he traveled for the U.S. War Department. He was involved in the sale and service of construction machinery and equipment, working throughout the U.S. and parts of Central America. He established and operated the Truck and Concrete Equipment Co. in Akron, Ohio, retiring in 1980. He was a member of St. Mary's Church in Hudson, Ohio. Survivors include his wife; his daughter, Elaine (Mrs. Kenneth) Monson; two grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Marcotte, Bernard L., 71, of Northfield, died April 16. Born in St. Johnsbury in 1925, he was the son of George and Catherine (Groslouis) Marcotte and attended schools there. He joined the Navy in 1943, serving during WWII. In 1960, he married Mildred Willey, who died in February of this year. He was a plumber having been employed by Jennett's Plumbing & Heating and later establishing his own company, Marcotte & Sons Plumbing & Heating of Northfield. He retired in 1992. Survivors include three sons, John, Bernard and Frank; three daughters, Cynthia Marcotte, Stephanie Doherty and Tammy Surprise; two brothers; five sisters; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Sutton, Anthony, 59, of South Barre, died April 13. Born in 1938 in Astoria, N.Y., he was the son of Eugene and Sheila (McGrath) Sutton. He was educated in Bergenfield, N.J. schools, graduating from Bergenfield High School. He had been married tom Arlene Borloz. He owned and operated Sutton's Printing, retiring due to ill health. Survivors include two daughters, Tracey Sutton and Tara Carbonell; two sons, Todd and Tate; five grandchildren.

Lyman, Joyce L., 31, of Royalton, died April 11. Born in 1966 in Waterbury, Conn., she was the daughter of Fred and Madeline (Gray) Green. Her family moved to Tunbridge, where she attended schools, graduating from South Royalton High School. She studied health occupation courses at the Randolph Area Vocational Center. In 1986, she married Timothy Lee Lyman. She was a nurses' aide at Brookside Nursing Home and had worked at Split Ballbearing in Lebanon, N.Y. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Leanna; a son, Adam; her parents; two brothers; five sisters; her paternal grandmother; nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Roya, Gerald A., 83, formerly of East Calais, died April 11. Born in 1913 in East Calais, he was the son of William and Lena Roya. He attended schools in Montpelier, graduating from Montpelier High School and attended Montpelier Seminary. In 1940, he married Marion Kynoch. He owned and operated Roya's Esso Station in Barre and also worked as a carpenter for 35 years. He was a deputy sheriff in Montpelier and belonged to the National Guard for several years. Survivors include his wife; a son, Gerald; a daughter, Kathryn Martin; two brothers; a sister; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Haikara, Elsie M., 92, of Bethel, died April 11. Born in 1904 in Lebanon, N.H., she was the daughter of August and Mary (Knuttunen) Haikara. She received her education in Bethel schools, graduating from Whitcomb High School and continuing her education at Lyndon Institute for Teachers. She taught schools in Charlotte and East Bethel. Survivors include two brothers, Evalit Haikara and Alfred Haikara; two sisters, Etvi McCullough and Elma Bianchi; many nieces and nephews.

Farnham, Dorothy, 79, of Tunbridge, died April 17. Born in 1917 in Roxbury, Mass., she was the daughter of Efford and Dorothy (Tolson) Taylor. She attended schools in Vershire and Strafford and graduated from South Royalton High School. She worked as a bookkeeper at Petco Oil Company; Vermont Poultry Outlet and Twin State Loans, all in South Royalton. In 1939, she married Dewey Farnham, who died in 1985. She was a member of the Tunbridge Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, Bruce and Daniel; a daughter, Diane Farnham Mattoon; three sisters; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Couillard, Elsie E., 80, formerly of Groton, died April 18. Born in 1916 in Groton, she was the daughter of Noah and Mary (Welch) Emery. She received her early education in Groton and graduated from Groton High School. She attended the nursing program at Brightlook Hospital and earned her nursing degree. In 1940, she married Wilfred Couillard, who died in 1996. She spent most of her life as a homemaker and parent. Survivors include her son, Lyndon; two daughters, Hope Clough and Lorie Walters; four grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Canavan, John J., 66, of Montpelier, died April 17. Born in 1930 in Portland, Maine, he was the son of Joseph and Barbara (Concannon) Canavan. He was a graduate of the University of Maine at Orono and enjoyed a career in science education teaching in Poultney High School, Fair Haven and Northfield high schools and at Vermont College and Vermont Technical College. He retired in 1990. In 1955, he married Patricia Stancliff. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Dawne Smith and Sheila Keiner; a son, Joseph; seven grandchildren; three sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Blanchard, Elva, 74, formerly of Williamstown, died April 15. Born in 1922 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Ernest and Eva (Bunting) Hood. She received her early education in Williamstown and Sharon, graduating from South Royalton High School and from Howles Beauty Academy in Manchester, N.H. In 1946, she married Ralph Noyes Jr., who died in 1968. In 1969, she married Roy Blancard. She was a beautician in Concord and later was employed at Granet Glove Corp., Prolife Skiwear and Thermal Dynamics. She retired in 1987. Survivors include her husband; a son, David Noyes; a daughter, Connie Fisk; two stepdaughters, Jane Dickerson and Betty McKenney; a sister; three grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; nephews.

Dumas, Verna A., 77, of Waterbury, died April 16. Born in 1919 in Richmond, she was the daughter of Roy and Lena (Dubuque) Martin. She attended schools in Waterbury. She was married to Alfred Davis. In 1970, she married Fred Dumas, who predeceased her. She had worked at The Vermont State Hospital and later was employed as head of the hot lunch program at Waterbury High School and more recently as an aide at Aylward Nursing Home. Survivors include two sons, Martin Davis and Roy Davis; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother; nieces and nephews.

McCuen, Harry E., III, 37, of Hardwick, died April 18. Born in 1958 in Morrisville, he was the son of Harry McCuen II and Alice Austin McCuen. He attended Stowe High School and served with the Navy. He had worked for the Hardwick Electric Department and was a member of the Hardwick Fire Department. Survivors include his wife, Bernice and sons, Michael, Shawn and Dylan; his mother; three sisters; one niece.