Washington County, Vermont Obituaries - 1999

Grant, Sandra K., 49, of Bethel, died Jan. 20. Born in 1949 in Barre, she was the daughter of Edward and Carol (Smith) Grant. She attended schools in Vershire and attended Thetford Academy. In 1968, she married Bruce Comstock. She had worked as a waitress in West Lebanon, N.H. Survivors include her former husband; three sons, David, Paul and Richard; three daughters, Dawn Foster, Candice Comstock and Angela Grant; her father; a brother; three sisters; seven grandchildren; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Hammond, Barbara H., 58, formerly of Waterbury, died Jan. 16. Born in 1940 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Franklyn Cross and Ruth (Ainsworth) Hudson. She graduated from Waterbury High School and Sheldon Academy in Burlington. In 1983, she married Henry Hammond. She worked in electrical assembly at Fellows Corp. in No. Springfield, retiring after 20 years of service. She later worked at Precision Contract Manufacturing in Springfield. She was a member of Precision Valley Baptist Church in No. Springfield. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Renee Nevers and Melissa Holt; a son, Franklyn; three grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Quillia, Albertine, 52, of Royalton, died Jan. 14. Born in 1946 in Bennington, she was the daughter of William and Mary (Rice) Sawyer. She attended schools in Bennington and Bethel, including Whitcomb High School, and later received her GED. In 1965, she received her self-health nursing diploma. In 1967, she married Ronald Quillia Sr. She was employed at GW Plastics Inc. in Bethel and had also worked at the Atlantic Diner in Royalton and as a personal care attendant for Mrs. Rob Hazelton in Quebec. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Royalton. Survivors include her husband; her mother; three daughters, Wendy Sawyer, Sadie Anne Tetrault and Donna St. Pierre; two stepsons, Ronald Jr. and Jeffrey; a stepdaughter, Deborah Welch; five brothers; four sisters; grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Gay, Rose Marie, 88, of Graniteville, died Jan. 20. Born in 1910 in Barre, she was the daughter of Angelo and Enrichetta (Lotti) Ambrosini. She attended Barre schools. In 1947, she married David Gay, who died in 1978. She was a clerk at the J.J. Newberry Store in Barre and attended Frances Cabrini Church in East Barre. Survivors include three nephews, William Gay, Alfred Gay and Ernest Gay; a niece, Lorna Perkins; two sisters-in-law; cousins.

Massey, Ruth E., 80, formerly of Greensboro, died Jan. 15. Born in 1918 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Curtis and Lemyra (Farrand) Hood. She attended schools in East Hardwick and Craftsbury and graduated from Greensboro High School. In 1937, she married Paul Massey, who died in 1995. They owned and operated a dairy farm for more then 43 years in Greensboro. In 1967, she graduated from the Fanny Allen Memorial School of Nursing and worked at the Hardwick Hospital and Greensboro Nursing Home, retiring in 1974. She and her husband moved to Irasburg in 1987, after selling the farm. Survivors include a son, Edward; a daughter, Anna Morton; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers; a sister; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Morandi, Marcella B., 75, of Montpelier, died Jan. 21. Born in 1923 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Clyde and Irene (Child) Baird. She attended Moretown Village Grade School and graduated from Montpelier Seminary. In 1947, she married Italo Morandi. She worked at National Life Insurance Co., retiring in 1974. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; two sisters, Eleanor White and Janice Coates; many nieces and nephews.

Martineau, Mark A., 41, of Barre Town, died Jan. 15. Born in 1957 in Barre, he was the son of Raoul and Flora (Messier) Martineau. He attended St. Monica School and graduated from Spaulding High School. He worked on the family farm and was employed by Bates and Murray as a master electrician and also for National Life. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his father; three sisters, Rita Martineau, Diane Clough and Marielle McKay; a niece, aunts and uncles.

Chartier, Armand J., 81, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 17. Born in 1917 in Rock Island, Quebec, Canada, he was the son of Edward and Helen (Sequin) Chartier. He attended school in Barre Town and served in the Army during WWII. In 1940, he married Marion Stewart, who died in 1989. They had moved to Connecticut and then to Petersburg, Fla., where they owned and operated a laundromat. They later moved to East Montpelier and when his wife died, he moved to Conn. Survivors include three daughters, Doris Reynard, Diane Chartier and Barbara Russell; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Bailey, Laura Ann, 43, of Duxbury, died Jan. 17. Born in 1955 in Burbank, Calif., she was the daughter of Theodore Eckfeldt and Marilyn (Motuliak) Eckfeldt Duranleau. She graduated from Spaulding High School and continued her education at Kansas State University and Johnson State College. She worked as the activities director at Rowan Court Health and Rehab. Center and at National Life of Vermont. Recently, she was employed by Washington County Mental Health and at Kirby House in Waterbury. She was a member of the Waterbury Ambulance Service. Survivors include a sisters, Jayne Watkins; a brother, Ralph Duranleau; several nieces and nephews.

Parry, Joseph C., Sr., 80, of Montpelier, died Jan. 16. Born in 1918 in Northfield, he was the son of Arthur and Lillian (Gonyea) Parry Sr. He was educated in St. Monica's School in Barre. In 1942, he married Martha Jean Baull. He served in the Army during WWII and after discharge, began working for the Montpelier-Barre Railroad. He retired in 1978. Survivors include his wife; five daughters, Naomi Hudson, Virginia Sprague, Lillian Pixley, Betty-Ann Hopkins and Nina Witham; three sons, Joseph Jr., Allan and Michael; one sister; two brothers; 31 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren.

Green, Betty Jane, 67, of Moretown, died Jan. 19. Born in 1932 in Atlanta, Ga., she was the daughter of Walter and Cora (Sanders) Moore Sr. She attended schools in Atlanta. In 1946, she married Claude Green, who died in 1991. She worked at Sprague Electric in Barre and later as a psychiatric technician at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. More recently she had worked at Adams Lumber Co. in Moscow. Survivors include three daughters, Joyce Martin, Claudia Perry and Darlene Veal; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four sisters; three brothers; nieces and nephews.

Sears, Walter F., 90, of Northfield, died Jan. 18. Born in 1090 in Northfield, he was the son of Fred and Ida (Swann) Sears. In 1930, he married Jessie Maude Sayers, who died in 1985. In 1986, he married Arlene Curtis. He worked as a farmer at Stillman Stevens' farm and later at Ken Weston's farm. He drove tractor-trailer trucks for Faster Food Products of New York City and had been night watchman at Northfield Wood Products and worked for Ed Spada at the South Village Mobil in So. Northfield. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Norman and Kenneth; four daughters, Lucy (Mrs. Roger) Hovey; Nada (Mrs. Robert) Kelley; Helen (Mrs. Ray) Thompson; Margaret (Mrs. Donald) Therber; 28 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; six stepchildren; 12 step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Boyles, Gertrude, 82, of Calais, died Jan. 18. Born in 1917 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of Carrie (Walsh) and Urban Martin. She graduated from Craftsbury Academy and the University of Vermont-Mary Fletcher School of Nursing. In 1942, she married George Orvis Boyles, who died in 1963. She had done general duty nursing at United Hospital in Port Chester, N.Y. and later at Bennington College. She founded the Dog River Workshop along with a friend, Louise McMartin. They produced handcrafts and wrote children's stories. She also ran a private kindergarten and helped establish the area's first Head Start program. She was a member of the United Church in Northfield. In 1967, she moved to Calais and after earning a bachelor's degree at Goddard College, worked as a school nurse in Northfield and at the Berlin Elementary School, retiring in 1980. Survivors include three children, Margaret Boyles, Patricia Boyles and Peter Boyles; three grandchildren; a sister; three brothers.

Peduzzi, Leo L., formerly of Barre and more recently of Boston, Mass., died Jan. 19. He was born in Barre and had lived in Wareham, Mass. for the past 43 years. He received bachelor and master degrees in music from Boston University. He taught in Wareham (Mass.) public schools and became vice principal of Decas School in 1973 and principal in 1974. He retired in 1995. He was a member of the First Congregational Church.

Brown, Gordon A., Jr., 58, formerly of Bethel, died Jan. 17. Born in 1940 in Hanover, N.H., he was the son of Gordon and Eunice (Kingsbury) Brown. He was educated in Gaysville and Bethel schools. He served in the Army for several years and was a mechanic for Freys Engine Rebuild Co. in Clarksville, Tenn. Survivors include two sons, James and Joseph; a daughter, Shannon Brown; two brothers; two sisters; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Cumming, Ethel M., 90, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 14. Born in 1908 in Buffalo, N.Y., she was the daughter of William and Helen (Gray) Cumming. The family moved to Barre when she was a child and she attended Barre school, graduating from Spaulding High School. She majored in accounting at Hunter College in New York City and was a bookkeeper for the family business, Granite City Tool Co. in Barre and Elberton, GA. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include three nephews, Donald Allen, Robert Eisenwinter and Allan Eisenwinter; five nieces, Joan Thompson, Dorothy Peck, Constance Sanvik, Mavid Thompson and Lucille Martin.

Kelley, Gerald D., 83, of Montpelier, died Jan. 15. Born in 1915 in West Rutland, he was the son of Charles and Nellie (Fosberg) Kelley. He graduated from West Rutland High School and in 1937, married Eleanor McMahon. He served in the Civil Air Patrol during WWII. He was employed as manager of M.H. Fishman's and later was purchasing agency and inventory controller for Goldburg Auto in St. Johnsbury. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Therese (Mrs. Gerald) McNamara; a granddaughter; three great-grandsons; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Chiuchiolo, John A., 76, of Barre, died Jan. 19. Born in 1922 in Concord, he was the son of Antonio and Bertina (Cerasoli) Chiuchiolo. The family moved to Barre in 1924, where he attended schools. He moved back to Concord to live with his grandparents and graduated from Concord High School. He attended Tri-State College in Indiana and graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelor's degree in education. In 1947, he married Constance Rossi. He served in the Marine Corps during WWII. He had been a reporter for the former Barre Daily Times and worked at Consolidated Memorials of Barre. From 1969 until retiring in 1978, he taught industrial arts at Williamstown High School. He had been affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; a son, John; two daughters, Jan Fortier and Paula Chiuchiolo; a sister; a brother; three nephews.

Cerutti, Juelia D., 85, of Barre, died Jan. 18. Born in 1913 in Barre, she was the daughter of Herbert and Mary (Silvi) Abbey. She attended elementary school in Berlin and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1934, she married Alphonse Desilets, who died in 1974. In 1977, she married John Cerutti. She had worked for Nationwide Insurance in Montpelier and Harold Howes Construction and Real Estate Co. She retired in 1977 from the Vermont Department of Social Welfare. She later worked for the Vermont Department of Taxes. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Montpelier and the Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Nancy Gale; a son, Alan Desilets; three step-daughters, Jane Tait, Martha Howe and Diane Root; a stepson, Bryan Cerutti; 13 grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; nieces and nephews.

Dodge, Susanne M., 9, of Royalton, died Jan. 16. Born in 1989 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Edward and Sadie (Quillia) Dodge III. She had attended Sharon Elementary School and was a third grade student at South Royalton Elementary School. She had attended Sunday School at Bethel United Church and Royalton Congregational Church. Survivors include her mother and step-father, Leonard Tetrault; her father; a sister, Yvonne Dodge; a half-brother, Jashua Tetrault; grandfather, Ronald Quillia Sr.; grandparents, Betty and Gerald Boulanger; grandmother, Patricia Hooker; great-grandmother, Mary Pratt; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Owens, Olga C., 81, of Montpelier, died Jan. 19. Born in 1917 in Barre, she was the daughter of Carlo and Regina (Abbiati) Colombo. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She later attended the former Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. Her husband, Bernard James Owens, died in 1966. She was employed as a bookkeeper for several Montpelier businesses including her husband's plumbing and heating service. Survivors include two nieces, Sandra Nelson and Susan Somaini; grandnieces and nephews. 

Lafayette, Gertrude A., 76, of Northfield, died Jan. 26. Born in 1922 in Franklin, she was the daughter of Joseph and Jenny (Parrizo) Lavender. She attended schools in Franklin. In 1938, she married Claude White, who died in 1958. She raised her children in Brattleboro and worked as a journey-woman at the Book Press in Brattleboro. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Marsha; a step-daughter, Katherine Davidson; a granddaughter; a great-granddaughter; many nieces and nephews.

Wheeler, Floyd G., 87, of Northfield, died Jan .24. Born in 1911 in Moretown, he was the son of Fred and Ola (Warren) Wheeler. He attended Moretown and Riverton schools. In 1934, he married Madeline Taylor, who predeceased him. He was a farmer and worked on road construction for many years. He owned and operated a Ford tractor dealership in Riverton and was a well-known auctioneer. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include a daughter; four brothers; two sisters; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Bolio, John G., 61, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 23. Born in 1937 in Montpelier, he was the son of Allen and Jeanne (Cecile) Bolio. Survivors include his wife, Rose Bolio; two sons, Larry and Steve; five daughters, Ida Dunster, Ellen Pulsifer, Teia Bolio, Cheryl Metivier and Joyce Tassie.

Lamson, Howard H., 90, of Brookfield, died Jan. 23. Born in 1908 in Brookfield, he was the son of Arthur Clair and Bertha Gladys (Holmes) Lamson. He attended elementary school in Brookfield and graduated from Williamstown High School. He carried on the operation of the family farm. Survivors include six sisters, Edith Boright, Irene Cady, Esther Rose, Gail Lamson, Carol Rousseau and Ruth Lane; nieces and nephews.

Denison, Lawrence J., 74, formerly of Washington, died Jan. 23. Born in 1924 in Washington, he was the son of George and Lulu (Gallant) Denison. He attended schools in Washington. In 1947, he married Jureen Colby. He served with the Army during WWII. He was employed by the railroad in Vermont and Alaska and retired in Sterling, Colo. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Alan; a daughter, Ellen Dunkling; two granddaughters; three brothers.

Wilkins, Lois B., 72, of Stowe, died Jan. 23. Born in 1926, she was the daughter of Frank and Inez (McManis) Bean. She was raised by Carrol and Laura McManis. She graduated from Stowe High School and attended Johnson Normal School. In 1949, she married Richard Wilkins, who died in 1989. She was a switchboard operator for New England Telephone in Stowe Village and more recently was a secretary at the Village of Stowe Water and Light Department. She was a member of the Stowe Community Church. Survivors include three daughters, Janet (Mrs. Bruce) Godin, Gwyn (Mrs. Randy) Manidgo and Ricki (Mrs. Michael) Siska; a son, Jack; eight grandchildren; a sister; many nieces and nephews.

Somerville, Joanne P., 56, of Montpelier, died Jan. 24. Born in Barre, she was the daughter of Clayton and Eleda (Brock) Somerville. She worked at Ben & Jerry's in Waterbury until 1997, retiring due to illness. Survivors include two brothers, Richard Somerville and Robert Somerville; several nieces and nephews.

DeCelle, Martha A., 89, formerly of Waterbury, died Jan. 26. Born in 1909 in Huntington, she was the daughter of Stephen and Rose (Burnett) Riggs. She graduated from Waterbury High School and in 1928, married Roland L. DeCelle. She was a homemaker and also owned and operated Colbyville TV Co. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Bradenton, Fla. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mary Wadsworth and Carolyn Ellis; one son, Paul DeCelle; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Perry, Robert L., 70, of Cabot, died Jan. 22. Born in 1928 in Cabot, he was the son of Leon and Beatrice (Lance) Perry. He attended Cabot schools. In 1953, he married Erma M. Guy. He worked at the Paul Hopkins Hardware Store and was road commissioner for Cabot. He trained municipal grader operators in Vermont. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Paul, Allan and Timothy; two sisters; six grandchildren.

Thompson, William F., 72, of Hardwick, died Jan. 29. Born in 1926 in St. Johnsbury, he was the son of Guy and Belle (Steadford) Thompson. He attended Barre public schools. In 1969, he married Patricia Ann Collier, who died in 1969. In 1971, he married Nila Louise Sargeant. In his earlier years he worked for the Pratt and Whitney Company and Howard Johnson, both in Hartford, Conn. He returned to Vermont in 1954 and worked for Orleans Manufacturing, delivered milk for Lauradon Jersey Farms for 20 years and Booth Brothers for six. He was employed by the Town of Greensboro and then moved to Hardwick and drove bus for Wildcat Busing, was a short order cook for the FireSide Restaurant and a custodian for the Town of Hardwick and the Maple Street Apartments. He was a past member of the Greensboro Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; two sons, David and William G.; three daughters, Audria Cleveland, Ginger Hall and Vicki Bisson; a step-son, Jody Berard and a step-daughter, Patricia Wakeham; a brother; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Hill, Esther F., 72, of East Montpelier, died Jan. 23. Born in 1926 in Rock Island, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Eric Gornalle and Bernadette (Fregeau) Bethel. She attended a private Catholic school in Canada. In 1951, she married Richard Ward Hill. She was employed by the Royal Bank of Canada and later the Vermont Transportation Agency, retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Augustine's Church in Montpelier. Survivors include her husband; a sister, Marion Toohey; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cole, Carleton J., 82, of Bethel, died Jan. 22. Born in 1916 in Hanson, Mass., he was the son of Walter and Cora (Bell) Cole. He was educated in Hanson schools. In 1946, he married Angelina Zarrella. He was a supervisor for the Brockton-Taunton Gas Co., retiring in 1978. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Shirley Moon and Barbara Butler; two sisters; four brothers; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Hatch, Benjamin R., 77, formerly of Montpelier, died Jan. 13. Born in 1921 in Montpelier, he was the son of Samuel and Isabelle (Rogers) Hatch. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Army during WWII. In 1944, he married Carolyn Young. He was a retired electrician. Survivors include his wife; a son, Roger; two daughters, Joyce Milone and Barbara Hebert; five grandchildren; a brother; four half-sisters.

Bond, Richard L., 52, formerly of Montpelier, died Jan. 22. Born in 1946, he was the son of Gladys and Stanley Bond. He grew up in Vermont and graduated from Montpelier High School and Babson College in Boston, Mass. He had served in the Army and was employed with the Xerox Corp. and for Empire Pacific Industries in Calif. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Jennifer Bonds; a sister; a brother; his mother; a niece and nephew.

Densmore, Sabin Jr., 72, of Chelsea, died Jan. 27. Born in 1925 in Chelsea, he was the son of Sabin and Amber (Cole) Densmore Sr. He attended school in Newburgh, N.Y. and Chelsea. He also attended Chelsea High School and the Vermont School of Agriculture in Randolph Center. In 1955, he married Phyllis M. Taplin. He worked at Merli Goodwin sawmill in Calif. and had worked at the Hovey Bacon and Arthur Button farms in Chelsea. He also operated a milk route for Chelsea Creamery and worked as a mechanic for the E.H. Kennedy garage in Chelsea. He was a carpenter and was employed by Lacillade Lumber Co. in Williamstown and Martin's Ford Tractor in East Brookfield. He retired in 1978. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Sandy Emerson; a son, Douglas; two grandchildren; an aunt; two special friends; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Fitzgerald, Mary Helen, 79, of Northfield, died Jan. 28. Born in 1919 in Nova Scotia, Canada, she was the daughter of Frank and Agnes Beals. In 1942, she married Robert Fitzgerald, who died in 1971. She had worked at Maynard Moore in Stoneham, Mass. for over 35 years. She moved to Tunbridge in 1973 and then Randolph, prior to going to the Mayo Nursing Home in Northfield in 1998. Survivors include her nephew and his wife, Ken and Nicole Fitzgerald and their children; a niece and a nephew.

Follett, Elizabeth T., 91, of Randolph, died Jan. 22. Born in 1908 in Upper Montclair, N.J., she was the daughter of Laurin Hamilton and Suzannah Bailey (Harlow) Turner. She graduated from Upper Montclair High School and attended Lycee Ma Liere and Chateau DeBologne, a finishing school in Paris. In 1927, she married Charles Lester, who died in 1947. She later married Theodore Lyman who died in 1966 and Merritt Follett who died in 1971. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church in Randolph. Survivors include a stepdaughter, Peggy Ann Lyman; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Dwinell, Paulene R., 89, of Plainfield, died Jan. 24. Born in 1918 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Leroy and Blanche (Smith) Ross. She attended schools in Cabot. In 1934, she married Donald Dwinell, who died in 1987. She was employed as a telephone operator for the Mollys Falls Telephone Co. in Marshfield. Survivors include a son, Prentiss.

Gove, Robert K., 59, formerly of Warren and Montpelier, died Jan. 28. Born in 1939 in Montpelier, he was the son of Robert and Lepha (Long) Gove. He graduated from Waitsfield High School and later attended a chef's school in New Haven, Conn. As a young man he worked on the family farm in Warren. He moved to Genesis Elder Care in Morrisville in 1998. Survivors include his father; a brother, Willard; several nieces and nephews.

Berry, Clifford G., 62, formerly of Randolph and more recently of San Diego, Calif., died Jan. 6. Born in 1936 in Randolph, he was the son of Howard and Helen (Bruce) Berry. He graduated from Whitcomb High School and served in the Army. He worked for several airlines and for the County of San Diego in the Social Services Department. He retired in 1998. Survivors include three sisters, Patricia Gilman, Denise Carrier and Cynthia Miller; two brothers; many nieces and nephews.

Robinson, Chelsea Marie, 16, of Calais, died Jan. 28. Born in 1982 in Juneau, Alaska, she was the daughter of Lloyd and Jill (Morey) Robinson. She attended schools in Juneau and later in East Montpelier. She was a student at U-32 High School, where she was a junior and planned to attend the University of Hawaii. She was quite accomplished in arts and crafts and enjoyed working at the Maple Corner Store in East Calais. Survivors include her father; her mother; two brothers, George and Toby; a maternal grandfather, Curtis Morey; paternal grandparents, Kenneth and Mary Robinson; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Issler, Melissa M., 22, of Craftsbury, died Jan. 25. Born in 1976 in Attleboro, Mass., she graduated from Lamoille Union High School. She owned and operated a T-shirt shop in Johnson. Survivors include her mother, Catherine Issler; her grandmother, Cecilia Carignan; her fiance, John Premo and his son, Michael; two aunts.

Orfield, Agnes M., 80, of Waterbury Center, died Feb. 7. Born in 1918 in St. Albans, she was the daughter of Joseph and Eva (Giroux) Metayer. In 1955, she married Richard Orfield, who died in 1995. She worked as a cook and housekeeper in local homes. She also worked at Stoware in Stowe, Cellucord in Richmond and Goodyear in Windsor. She was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Waterbury. Survivors include her son, Donald; a daughter, Barbara Kingsbury; four grandchildren; two brothers; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Beal, Natalie Brooks, 76, of East Montpelier, died Feb. 7. Born in 1922 in East Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of Elton Ray and Esther Patten (Smith) Beal. She graduated from Burlington High School and from the University of Vermont. She served in the Women's Army Corps and the Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of captain. Survivors include a sister, Barbara (Beal) Green.

Trengrove, Edward L., 84, of Middlesex, died Feb. 9. Born in 1914 in Summit, N.J., he was the son of Albert and Mary Trengrove. He lived in N.J. for 83 years before moving to Vermont. In 1948, he married Mary Alyce Trengrove, who died in 1989. He worked for the Summit Board of Recreation for more than 45 years. Survivors include a son, Edward; a daughter, Maribeth (Mrs. Harold) Domanski; a brother; two sisters; four grandchildren; cousins; nieces and nephews.

Senna, Jeanette E., 82, of Stowe-Morrisville, died Feb. 5. Born in 1916 in Morristown, she was the daughter of Eli and Olive (Flanders) Fisk. In 1939, she married Donald Senna, who died in 1995. Survivors include two daughters, Mary Morey and Joan Perry; a son, James; a sister; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Lagerstedt, Sidney B., infant daughter of Christopher and Toni (Bussiere) Lagerstedt, died recently. Survivors include her parents; paternal grandparents, Richard and Lezley Lagerstedt; maternal grandparents, Ruby and Albert Bussiere; paternal great-grandparents, Richard and Ruth Lagerstedt and Grant and Carter Holt; paternal great-great-grandparents, Mary (Mrs. John) Sillen and Frank Lagerstedt; many cousins, aunts and uncles.

Howlett, Mildred M., 78, of East Barre, died Feb. 7. Born in 1920 in Pittsburg, N.H., she was the daughter of George and Cecelia (Parent) McLaughlin. She attended Trow Hill School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1942, she married Lenwood Howlett, who died in 1982. She was an executive secretary for the Insurance Service Office in Concord, N.H. She moved to Barre in 1983. Survivors include two sisters, Wilma Corti and Mona Booe; a brother, John "Jack" McLaughlin; nieces and nephews.

Brochu, Edward, Sr., 73, of Barre, died Feb. 11. Born in 1925 in Hardwick, he was the son of Davila and Elodie (Patoine) Brochu. He attended schools in Hardwick. In 1946, he married Edmee Fontaine, who died in 1973. In 1979, he married Florence Grenier. He was a farmer and later worked in powerline construction. He also had been employed by des Groseilliers Funeral Home in Hardwick and as a night watchman at National Life. After retiring, he worked delivering papers for the Times Argus. He was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Edward Jr.; five daughters, Jocelyne Brochu, Suzanne Brochu, Louise Cyr, Lydia Batten and Lina Wheeler; two stepsons, Daniel Grenier and Richard Grenier; two step-daughters, Sylvia Farnham and Linda Wadkin; six sisters; four brothers; 19 grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Goodell, Daniel, 80, of Berlin, died Feb. 8. Born in 1918 in Randolph, he was the son of Alpha and Eva (Moulton) Goodell. He had lived at Berlin Health and Rehab Center since 1977. Survivors include a sister, Alice (Mrs. Stewart) Carey; a brother, Alfred.

Guazzoni, Anna L., 88, of Montpelier, died Feb. 10. Born in 1910 in Peru, N.Y., she was the daughter of George and Pearl (Kellogg) Thomas. She attended schools in Middlesex and Montpelier Seminary, completing her GED and taking dietician courses at the University of Vermont. She was a dietician at the Mayo Memorial Hospital in Northfield, retiring in 1974. She later was an aide. In 1942, she married Nerio Guazzoni. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Kenneth, Robert and Thomas; two daughters, Angelina Newell and Mildred Bignell; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; three brothers; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Harrington, Barbara S., 102, formerly of Montpelier, died Feb. 10. She was born in 1896 in Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier Seminary. She lived in Newton, Mass. at the time of her death. Survivors include a daughter, Elizabeth Logan; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Corrigan, Eleanor, 95, of Barre, died Feb. 6. Born in 1903 in Marlboro, N.H., she was the daughter of Frank and Ora (LaMere) Jacques. She attended grade schools in New Hampshire and Massachusetts and graduated from high school in New Jersey. In 1923, she married Milo Miner, who died in 1958. In 1968, she married John Corrigan, who died in 1975. She was a telephone operator in Newton Center, Mass. Memberships included St. Monica's Church. Survivors include nieces and nephews.

Bailey, Richard F., 66, of Williamstown, died Feb. 5. Born in 1932 in Barre, he was the son of J. Frank and Hazel (Williams) Bailey. He attended schools in Williamstown. In 1954, he married Virginia Couillard. In 1994, he married Shirley Morrie. He purchased the family farm in 1956, retiring from it in 1986. He drove school bus from 1986 to 1998. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Steven and Russell; a daughter, Jenny Bailey; a stepson, Ralph Mowatt; a step-daughter, Pamela Tassie; four sisters; two brothers; four grandsons; a granddaughter; nieces and nephews.

Wight, Anthony J., 54, formerly of Randolph, died Feb. 13. Born in 1944 in Lewiston, Maine, he was the son of Randolph and Martha (Rodger) Wright. He attended Vermont schools. In 1996, he married Gloria Gilcreast. He served in the Army during Vietnam and worked as a truck driver for McLaughlin Mayflower of Nashua, N.H. Survivors include his wife; a son, Anthony Jr.; two daughters, Kelly Wight and Tory Wight; a stepson, Bradford Patten; three step-daughters, Cynthia Grey, Lori Hanson and Robin Ipscher; a sister; 21 grandchildren; two nieces.

Morey, Julia Anne, 40, formerly of Cabot, died Feb. 13. Born in 1958 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Maurice and Yvette (Lamothe) Morey. She attended Cabot public schools and graduated from Cabot High School. She was employed by National Life Insurance Co. in Montpelier and later by the U.S. Postal Service in Burlington. More recently she had lived and worked in the Lake Placid and Massena (N.Y.) areas. She was a member of the North American Martyrs Roman Catholic Church in Marshfield. Survivors include her parents; a brother, M. James Morey; three sisters, Marie Flatow, Jane M. Deschamps and Gloria G. Morris; her companion, Carl Irish; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Phelps, Clayton R., of Hyde Park, died Feb. 15. Born in 1950 in Morristown, he was the son of Clayton R. and Greta (Chase) Phelps Sr. He graduated from Johnson State College with a degree in psychology and completed a graduate program at Antioch College in Keene, N.H. He had been in private practice, providing counseling and psychological services. Survivors include his partner of nine years, Jennifer Farnham; four sons, Adam, Anthony, Aaron and Elijah; a foster son, Curtis Harmon; two brothers; three sisters.

Bruleigh, Robert H., Sr., 64, of Groton, died Feb. 16. Born in 1934 in Topsham, he was the son of Mervil and Josephine (Pray) Bruleigh. He was a quarry worker for the Rock of Ages Corp. in Barre, retiring in 1996. He attended the Groton United Methodist Church and served in the Army. Survivors include his wife, Sadie (Derosia) Burgin Bruleigh; his mother; two sons, Robert Jr. and Charles; a stepson, Parker Burgin; a step-daughter, Peggy Burgin; two granddaughters; two step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother; three sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins. His first wife, Ruby Johnson, is deceased.

Candy, William R., of Montpelier, died Feb. 18. Born in Milton, Mass., he was the son of Maude Dixon and Quintin Candy. He attended MIT, Massachusetts School of Art and the Rhode Island School of Design. He served in the Army and also in the Vermont Army National Guard. In 1943, he married Edna Long, who died in 1978. He was chief of information and education for the Fish and Game Department for 20 years. He later married Patience Hoyt, who survives him. Other survivors include a son, William II, three daughters, Laurel Farnum, Linda Stanke and Paula Cody; 11 grandchildren; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Heifler, Ezra, 73, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 4. He graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Goddard College. He served in the Army during WWII and moved to Seattle, Wash. in 1949. He was employed by King County, Wash., retiring in 1988. Survivors include his wife, Eileen (Russ) Heifler; a daughter, Christine McKay; two grandsons; nieces and nephews.

Shoop, Roy A., 81, of Warren, died Feb. 13. Born in 1917 in Ashland, Pa., he was the son of George Shoop and Emma (Synder) Shoop Lesher. In 1943, he married Ruth Eister. He was a miner in the anthracite coal region in Pa. and was also a truck driver and a supervisor for Sea-Land Freight Lines in Fairbanks, Alaska. He had lived in Vermont for the past six years. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Fay Ann Kathan; a son, Lt. Com. Barry Shoop; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters; nieces and nephews.

Town, William A., 51, of Upper Websterville, died Feb. 15. Born in 1947 in Barre, he was the son of George and Mary (Rousse) Town. He attended elementary school in Upper Websterville and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1969, he married Denise Lanctot. He was a roller machine operator at Sprague Electric Co. in Barre until 1986. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Jason, Jeremy and Shane; a sister; two brothers; nieces and nephews.

Blake, Elizabeth D., 85, of East Barre, died Feb. 15. Born in 1913 in Graniteville, Quebec, she was the daughter of William and Willamina (Gunn) Duncan. She attended schools in Quebec and graduated from nurse's training at the Orleans County Memorial Hospital in Newport. She later moved to Barre. In 1938, she married Floyd H. Blake, he died in 1964. They had owned and operated Blake's Grocery. Survivors include three daughters, Marylu Haynes, Linda Atkins and Lois Plante; one son, Skip; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister; several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Comolli, Polly, 75, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 15. Born in 1923 in Barre, she was the daughter of Charles and Julia (Blodgett) Cole. She attended Dean Junior College and graduated from New England Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in Boston. She has lived in Bolton, Conn. since 1963 and was a registered nurse, retiring in 1994. She was a member of South United Methodist Church in Manchester, Conn. Survivors include two sons, Bruce and Charles; four grandchildren; a step-grandchild; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Tate, Jennie L., 88, formerly of Greensboro, died Feb. 15. Born in 1910 in Greensboro, she was the daughter of Carl and Bernice (Aldrich) Philbrook. She was raised on the family farm in Greensboro and was educated in Greensboro public schools. In 1927, she married Albian Almont Tate, who died in 1993. They owned and operated the Philbrook Farm in Greensboro until the late 1960s. They moved to Barton in 1982. Survivors include her six daughters, Ruth Hanson; Kathleen Van Sant; Joyce White; Genevieve Jewett; Gail Dansereau and Carlotta Tate; a brother; 15 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Prevost, Albert F., 77, formerly of Montpelier, died Jan. 31. Born in 1931 in Montpelier, he was the son of Frederick and Cora (Abare) Prevost. He attended St. Michael's Grade School and graduated from St. Michael's High School. He served in the Army during WWII, the Korean War and later in Japan, retiring in 1963. After retirement from the military, he was a probation officer for the state of Vermont. He most recently lived in Lavista, Neb. Survivors include his wife, Marion; five daughters, Laurie Prevost, Janice Prevost, Carrie Prevost, Claudia Prevost and Lisa Prevost; a son, Albert Jr.; three nieces; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a wife, Janice Prevost.

Race, Bernice F., 73, of East Randolph, died Feb. 17. Born in 1926 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Harold and Grace (Tatro) Farr. She attended Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. She attended the Franklin School in Boston, Mass., graduating as a lab and X-ray technician. She returned to Randolph and worked at Gifford Memorial Hospital. In 1946, she married Robert Race. They took over the operation of his father's store in East Randolph, retiring in 1972. Survivors include her husband; two sons, David and John; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Holden, Elaine, 66, of Montpelier, died Feb. 17. Born in 1932 in Barre, she was the daughter of Edward and Electria (Campbell) Blondin. In 1965, she married Charles Holden, who died in 1998. She was a nurse's aid in various nursing homes. Survivors include two sons, David and Steven; a very close friend, Delores Farr; nieces and nephews.

Atherton, Alfa (Ike), 80, formerly of Barre, died Jan. 31. Born in 1918 in Barre, he was the son of Oscar and Lillia Atherton. In 1937, he married Betty Maxwell. He worked for several granite trucking firms while living in Vermont. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Anne (Mrs. Bruce) Thompson; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Lawliss, Lionel C., 87, of Barre, died Feb. 15. Born in 1911 in South Barre, he was the son of Richard and Susie (George) Lawliss. He attended South Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1934, he married Nellie Mecheli. He was a regular fireman in the Barre Fire Department and a bookkeeper at Jackson Dairy in Barre. He was also employed as internal auditor in the treasurer's office of the State of Vermont, retiring in 1976. He was a member of the Hedding Methodist Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Claire Wilcox; two sons, Donald and William; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Orne, Marjorie B., 86, formerly of Brattleboro and more recently of the Berlin Health and Rehabilitation Center, died Feb. 12. Born in 1912 in Cohassett, Mass., she was the daughter of Edward and Clara (Nott) Brown. She was educated in Waltham, Mass. In 1940, she married Raymond Nunan, who died in 1953. She moved to Brattleboro to manage the Frances Store, a ladies' apparel store. In 1958, she married Glen Orne, who died in 1982. Survivors include a daughter, Kathleen Nunan McGuckin; two granddaughters; a cousin; a half-brother.

Smith, Margaret D., 88, formerly of Greensboro Bend, died Feb. 13. Born in 1910 in Greensboro Bend, she was the daughter of George and Mary Jane Davis. She graduated from Lyndon Institute and Bay Path Institute in Springfield, Mass. She taught school in Middlebury. In 1933, she married J. Wilbur Smith, who died in 1985. Survivors include two daughters, Janice Smith and Gabriella (Sally) Karsch; a sister-in-law; two nieces and a nephew.

Schoepe, Catherine, 83, of Montpelier, died Feb. 18. Born in 1915 in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the daughter of John and Margaret (Smith) Gould. In 1942, she married William Schoepe, who died in 1979. Survivors include two daughters, Catherine Anne Huntley and Kathleen Hambright; a son, Dennis; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Clark, Beatrice L., 88, formerly of Montpelier, died Feb. 15. Born in 1912 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Dr. William and Helena (Somers) Lindsay. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a doctor of philosophy degree. She received a bachelor of nursing degree from Yale University School of Nursing. In 1932, she married Dr. Benjamin F. Clark. She was a staff nurse for the Henry Street Visiting Nurse Association in New York City and became an office nurse for her husband's practice in St. Johnsbury. She also worked at the Caledonia Home Health Care Agency in St. Johnsbury and for the VNA Hospice in Vero Beach, Fla. She was a member of the Methodist church in St. Johnsbury and Vero Beach, Fla. Survivors include two sons, Daniel Clark and Dr. Stephen Clark; a daughter, Jane Valentine; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter.

Holmes, Helen D., 79, of Randolph, died Feb. 17. Born in 1919 in Leominster, Mass., she was the daughter of Hiram and Alice (Doby) Holmes. The family moved to Middlesex when she was a child and she attended Montpelier schools. She lived in Waterbury all of her adult life and resided in Gifford Elder Care Center in Randolph Center for the past 10 years. Survivors include a sister, Violet Holmes and cousins.

Battles, Herbert M., 80, formerly of Randolph, died Feb. 15. Born in Randolph, he was the son of Allen and Lotta (Flint) Battles. He attended Randolph schools, graduating from Randolph High School. In 1938, he married Thelma Bowen, who died in 1990. He operated a dairy farm in West Brookfield and in 1958, took over his father's business, Battles Garage, retiring in 1987. Survivors include two sisters, Helen Bowen and Lina Mikolajczyk; a son-in-law Donald Welcom; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Tyler, Louise, T., 72, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 18. Born in 1926 in Barre, she was the daughter of Eugene and Mary (Rock) Theriault. She lived most of her life in Barre. She had worked at Prosperity Dry Cleaners and at Malden Mills, retiring in 1989. Survivors include an adopted daughter, Suzanne Sage; two sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Blanchard, George H., 94, formerly of Groton, died Feb. 16. Born in 1905 in Groton, he was the son of Lee and Elizabeth (Hall) Blanchard. He managed the South Peacham General Store and later delivered The Caledonian Record newspaper. He attended the Groton United Methodist Church and the Peacham Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Lorraine Carpenter; a son, Robert; a sister; a grandson.

Baker, Alma S., 74, of Waterbury, died Feb. 24. Born in 1924 in Moretown, she was the daughter of Alson and Julia (Gifford) Reynolds. She graduated from Watertown (Mass.) High School. In 1945, she married Clarence Baker Sr., who died in 1963. She worked in food service at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1971. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Covey, Donna Delphia and Penny Davison; one son, Clarence Baker Jr.; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four sisters; one brother; several nieces and nephews.

Adams, Evelyn L., 87, of East Montpelier, died Feb. 24. Born in 1911 in Berlin, she was the daughter of George and Eliza (Roberts) Stewart. She was a Montpelier High School graduate and in 1933, married Kenneth G. Adams. She was employed at the Pavilion Hotel and the Tavern Hotel as a waitress and hostess. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Berlin. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Kenneth and Vaughn; two daughters, Sandra Clark and Brenda (Mrs. Art) Bashaw; a sister; 17 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.

MacDonald, Rhita L., 84, of Berlin, died Feb. 24. Born in 1914 in Barre, she was the daughter of Harlan and Lillian (Byer) Storrs Sr. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School and from the business program at Goddard Seminary. She married Lester MacDonald and after his death, she moved to Glastonbury, Conn. She later became a resident of the Simoneau Rest Home and then Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin. She was a secretary for the engineering department of United Aircraft in East Hartford, Conn., before her retirement. She was a member of the First Church of Christ in Glastonbury (Conn.). Survivors include a son, Bruce; a brother, Harlan Storrs Jr.; a grandson, Jeffrey MacDonald; several nieces and nephews.

Burns, Mildred (Fisher), 89, of Burlington/Berlin, died Feb. 25. Born in 1909 in Burlington, she was the daughter of William and Eva (Bacon) Plude. She was a graduate of Mount St. Mary Academy and the Bishop DeGoesbriand Hospital School of Nursing. She was a registered nurse for many years and worked in the University of Vermont Bookstore. She was a member of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception. Survivors include a grandson, Mark fisher; two granddaughters, Mrs. Gregory (Carolyn) King and Mrs. Bradley (Mary) Aldrich; seven great-grandchildren; in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Chamberlain, Viola L., 69, of Randolph, died Feb. 25. Born in 1929 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Fred and Marguerite (Baker) Arbuckle. She attended Randolph schools. In 1966, she married Walter F. Chamberlain. She worked for several Randolph companies including Van Raalte and the Waterbury Company, and was a nurse's aide at the Eastern Star Home, retiring in 1988. She was a member of the Baptist Fellowship of Randolph. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Wayne and Edward; three daughters, Janice Salls, Joyce Mills and Lorraine Garrison; a brother; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

White, Debra Jean, 39, formerly of Montpelier and more recently of Fayston, died Feb. 22. Born in 1959 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Freeman and June (Lacillade) White. She was educated in Waitsfield Elementary School and graduated from Harwood Union High School. In 1977, she married Stanley Lamson Jr. She worked for Harwood Union High School as a nurse assistant and more recently for the Eagles-Resort in Waitsfield. Survivors include one daughter, Heather White Lamson; one son, Justin Lamson; her parents; two brothers; two sisters; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Berard, Doris, 75, of East Calais, died Feb. 21. Born in 1923 in Marshfield, she was the daughter of James and Maude (Baker) Hedding. She attended St. Monicas School in Barre and in 1940 married Eugene Berard. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Laurie Garrett; a son, Armand; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters; one brother.

Henes, Dora, 85, formerly of Barre, died Feb. 22. Born in 1913 in Hyde Park, she was the daughter of Alfred and Mary Demars. In 1936, she married Joseph Henes Sr., who died in 1978. Survivors include two sons, Joseph Jr. and Ernest; one daughter, Mary Savard; one sister; several nieces and nephews; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren.

Nadeau, Alice Jean, formerly of Montpelier died Feb. 25. She was born and raised in Vermont, graduating from Montpelier High School. She attended Boston University, and went into retail sales, working for Jordan Marsh in Boston. In 1960, she married Ronald Nadeau. She was residing in Petaluma, Calif. at the time of her death and had attended the United Church of Christ in Petaluma. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Kim Nadeau; one son, Ross Nadeau; two grandchildren; one brother; two nephews; one niece.

Sumner, Minnie E., 95, of Montpelier, died Feb. 23. Born in 1904 in Calais, she was the daughter of Frank and Sadie (Boutwell) Dailey. She married Roy Dewar and later H. Milton Sumner, both predeceased her. She worked for Sprague Electric in Barre. Survivors include two daughters, Marguerite Hatch and Audrey Halsall; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Duprey, Oliver M., 72, of North Wolcott, died Feb. 24. Born in 1926 in Northfield, he was the son of Ernest and Chrissy Duprey. He had been employed at the Nantana Woolen Mill in Northfield, the Ernest LaVigne Stone Shed in Riverton and the Everett Demeritt Sawmill in North Wolcott. He served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include seven sons, Roger, Oliver W., Walter, Harold, Ralph, Terry and Willie; four daughters, Cheryl LaFaso, Lillian Langford, Colleen Duprey and Debra Allen; a brother; a sister; 20 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; many nieces and nephews.

Curtis, Teresa, 81, of Waterbury/Stowe, died Feb. 20. Born in 1917 in Springfield, she was the daughter of Sullivan and Lena (Barbetti) Belluscio. She was a successful businesswoman, beginning her career operating a tourist home in Springfield. She owned and operated two gift stores, the Belmar Inn and Restaurant, and a catering business. She founded and operated the Mouse Trap Gift Shop in Waterbury Center and was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church of Waterbury. Survivors include three sons, Paul, John and James; one daughter, Madi Ward; four granddaughters.

Andrews, Linda, 49, of East Barre, died Feb. 22. Born in 1949 in New Bedford, Mass., she was the daughter of Mary Dot Sylvia and Edward C. Andrews Jr. She was raised in New London, Conn. In 1968, she married Neal Clark. Survivors include two daughters, Lori Clark and Lisa Clark; one grandson; her parents; one sister; two brothers; a nephew; two nieces; a grandniece.

Salls, Philip A., 77, of Randolph, died Feb. 19. Born in 1921 in Randolph, he was the son of Samuel and Grace (Bradley) Salls. He attended schools in Randolph and in 1946 married Lucille Garrett. He served in the Army and had a trucking business. He later worked as a carpenter and ran a wood cutting business. Survivors include his wife; one son, Mike; a daughter, Ruth Hawver; four brothers; five sisters; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter.

LeBlanc, Jeanette Marie, 45, of East Hardwick, died Feb. 22. Born in 1953 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Zephir and Clair (Bilodeau) LeBlanc. She graduated from Hazen Union High School. She had been employed by Hardwick Knit Wear. Survivors include her mother; six brothers, Laury, Marcel, Roger, Ernest, Gerard and Pierre.

Preston, Carl E., 80, of Orange, died Feb. 20. Born in 1918 in Strafford, he was the son of Webster and Minnie (Rhoades) Preston. He attended Strafford schools. He married Anita Dennison, they divorced and he later married Vivian Robertson, who died in 1989. He served in the Army during WWII. He was a logger and a farmer and had been employed at the Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant in Barre. He was also road commissioner and equipment operator for the Town of Orange. Survivors include his companion, Cathleen McManis; a stepson, James Robertson; a stepdaughter, Georgianna Martell; a sister, Annie Hickory; a nephew; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Rollins, Grace E., 83, of Williamstown, died Feb. 24. Born in 1915 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Hubert and Bertha (Pike) Wheeler. She attended Cabot schools. In 1935, she married Dale A. Robbins, who died in 1970. She was a homemaker, working outside the home after the death of her husband. She was a member of the United Federated Methodist Church in Williamstown. Survivors include two daughters, Mabel (Mrs. Roger) Parks and Charlene (Mrs. Martin) Cowens; four granddaughters; four sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Howard, Sally Anne, 56, formerly of Middlesex and Burlington, died in Columbia, Md. Feb. 6. Born in 1943 in Mass., she grew up in Vermont. She attended elementary schools in Middlesex and graduated from Montpelier High School. She graduated Champlain College and became secretary to the president of that college. In 1964, she married Gregory Howard and they moved extensively on the eastern seaboard. Survivors include her husband; two children, Nancy Howard and Christopher; one grandchild; her mother and step-father; one brother.

Brummert, Heather E., 16, of Barre, died Feb. 23. Born in 1983 in Haverstraw, N.Y., she was the daughter of Glenn and Kathleen (Gaynor) Brummert. She attended St. Peter's School in Haverstraw before the family moved to Barre in 1996. She graduated from St. Monica's in Barre and was more recently a sophomore at Spaulding High School. She recently returned from a trip to Australia where she was a student ambassador and member of the People to People Group. She was also a member of the Choraleers, the Interact Club, and ran track and field for Spaulding. Survivors include her parents; a sister, Jessica; two brothers, Justin and Mathew; two grandmothers; a great-grandmother; a nephew and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Stender, Mary Jane, 46, of Sharon, died Feb. 23. Born in 1953 in Windsor, she was the daughter of Robert and Beverly (Hinkley) Thomas. She graduated from South Royalton High School. She married Ronald Stender and was employed at Hamilton House in Hartford and Shepard Interiors in Quechee. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Alan and Shawn; her parents; two sisters.

Ladd, Pauline M., 69, formerly of Sharon, died Feb. 23. Born in 1929 in Sharon, she was the daughter of Charles and Hazel (Rogers) Blanchard. She attended schools in West Fairlee and Post Mills and graduated from the Thetford Academy. In 1948, she married Ralph B. Ladd, who died in 1985. They owned and operated a grocery store, Ladd's Store in West Fairlee and she was a certified nurse's aide. She was a member of the West Fairlee Congregational Church. Survivors include her companion, Ervine Eastman; two sons, Steven and Burns; a daughter, Julie Tracy; a brother; 13 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Fernandez, Louise M., 56, formerly of Montpelier and more recently of Santa Monica, Calif., died Feb. 21. Born in 1942 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Louis and Doris (Cooney) Fernandez. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School and from the University of Vermont School of Nursing. She worked as a psychiatric nurse and most recently with Kaiser Permanente. Survivors include a brother, Phillip; her grandfather, Earle Fletcher; five aunts, two uncles, a nephew, a niece, many cousins.

Lawson, Ruth Ella, 86, of Montpelier, died March 1. Born in 1912 in Waterbury Center, she was the daughter of Edwin Russell and Emma Ellsworth. She attended Waterbury High School and graduated the Teacher Training Program from the Montpelier Seminary. In 1931, she married Sidney Lawson Sr., who died in 1988. She was primarily a homemaker and mother of three. She was a member of the Trinity Methodist Church. Survivors include three sons, Milan, Rev. Ronald and Sidney Jr.; one grandson; many nieces and nephews.

Teixeira, Deborah, 43, of Barre, died Jan. 31. Born in 1955 in Hartford, Conn., she attended Enfield, Conn. schools. In 1988, she married Arnold Teixeira. She loved to draw. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Nyree Dawn Veiga; a son, Danny; three sisters; two brothers; one grandson.

DuBois, Lula A., 86, of Northfield, died Feb. 26. Born in 1912 in New Paltz, N.Y., she was the daughter of Albert and Elizabeth (Ingraham) Wright. In 1933, she married William F. DuBois. She worked in her daughter's business, Fay's Flower Shop in Northfield for many years. Survivors include a daughter, Fay (Mrs. George) Coltey; a granddaughter; two great-grandchildren; a niece and two nephews.

Hutchinson, Robert Faye, 72, formerly of Randolph, died March 1. Born in 1926 in Braintree, he was the son of Rufus and Jennie (Blanchard) Hutchinson. He attended Randolph High School and graduated from Northfield Mt. Hermon. In 1952, he married Mary Dustin. He had served in the Navy during WWII. He had been a golf professional and greenskeeper in North Adams, Mass. He returned to Randolph and worked at Blue Seal Feeds and was also a carpenter. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Mark and Gary; a daughter, Marla Tillberg; two sisters; eight grandchildren.

Blakeney, Ethleen R., 88, of Barre Town, died March 4. Born in 1910 in Glennville, Ga., she was the daughter of James Franklin and Retta Susan (McCall) Coleman. In 1926, she married Virgil Brinson. They later divorced. In 1943, she married John Blakeney, who died in 1971. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Blakeney and Ann Doty; one son, Benjamin Brinson; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Landry, Evelyn H.S., 83, formerly of Barre and more recently of Jacksonville, Fla., died Feb. 9. Born in 1915 in Barre, she was married to Mitchael E. Landry Sr., who died in 1975. Survivors include two sons, Mitchael Jr. and Ronald; one daughter, Karen Arleo; five grandchildren; one brother-in-law; three sisters-in-law; one cousin.

Clark, Herman A., 81, of Groton, died March 2. Born in 1917 in Peacham, he was the son of Chester Martin and Maybel Elizabeth (Stevenson) Clark. He attended grade school in Peacham and graduated from Peacham Academy. He also attended Farmdale Agriculture College in N.Y. He married Evelyn M. Bailey. He farmed for 37 years, operated a milk route and did general trucking. He was a lister for the town of Groton, was a dealer for Elmore Feeds and cut and sold Christmas trees. He was a member of Peacham Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Lucille (Mrs. R. Pat) Nelson; Priscilla (Mrs. Richard) Sherburne; Judy (Mrs. John) Vedder; a son, John; four grandsons; three granddaughters; six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Howard, Melba Whitney, 85, of South Barre, died Feb. 27. Born in 1913 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Harry and Ruby (Wright) Whitney. She attended Williamstown School, graduated from Spaulding High School and later attended nurses training. In 1932, she married Grafton Howard, who died in 1990. She had played the organ at several area churches for many years. Survivors include a son, James; a daughter, Jean Mudgett; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a friend, Penny Millette, who helped with her care.

Woods, Edith B., 90, of Northfield, died Feb. 26. Born in 1908 in Leicester, Mass., she was the daughter of Charles and Josephine (Belrose) Browne. She graduated from Manchester (N.H.) Central High School and moved to Northfield in 1926. In 1929, she married Alan Woods, who died in 1971. She had worked for L.W. Morse's Clothing Store in Northfield and was a member of the Untied Methodist Church of Northfield. Survivors include two nieces, Barbara Buttrick and Jane Bingham; a nephew, Frank Allen.

Isham, Howard Ernest, 84, of Berlin, died Feb. 18. Born in 1915 in Vershire, he was the son of Arthur and Mary (Francis) Isham. He attended area schools and earned his GED in 1966. In 1941, he married Cecile M. Guinard, who predeceased him. He owned and operated a painting and papering business with his brother, Bill. He and his wife bought the old Barkley homestead on East Hill in Barre Town where he farmed until 1958. They moved to Montpelier in 1979. He also worked as a sandblast carver in the granite industry. Survivors include his children, Mary Lynne Isham and Steve Adams, Ross and Elaine Isham, Craig Isham and Patty Gray; nine grandchildren; three brothers; many nieces and nephews.

Earle, Blanche M., 103, of Hardwick, died Feb. 28. Born in 1895 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of George and Maud (Calderwood) Nelson. She attended the Cobb School and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1921, she married Sidney Earle. They operated the ancestral farm. She was a member of the East Hardwick Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, Ronald and Walton; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandsons; a nephew and several cousins.

LoCicero, Roy, 81, of Bethel Gilead, died Feb. 28. Born in 1917 in Benton Harbor, Mich., he was the son of Charles and Gertrude LoCicero. He attended Benton Harbor schools and in 1946, married Ann Sofield. He had served in the Army during WWII. He also served in the Merchant Marines, retiring in 1980. Survivors include his wife; a son, Richard; three brothers; a sister; two grandsons; nieces and nephews.

Papineau, Robert M., 70, of North Montpelier, died March 2. Born in 1928 in Penacook, N.H., he was the son of William and Mary (Chase) Papineau. He attended schools in North Montpelier and Hartford. In 1955, he married Harriet (Fuller) Brown. He had served in the Airborne Infantry. He worked for Kelly Construction, a woolen mill in North Montpelier, Averill's Plumbing and Heating, Calder and Richardson Ins., RSD Leasing and Bruce Transportation. Survivors include his wife; two stepsons, William and Robert Brown; a step-daughter, Barbara Scott; four step-grandchildren; four brothers; many nieces and nephews.

Ducharme, Brien A., Sr., 89, of Marshfield, died March 3. Born in North Adams, Mass., he was the son of Eugene and Sophie (Lemonie) Ducharme. In 1933, he married Cecile Cournoyer. He had farmed in Cabot and worked in the logging business, retiring in 1973. He was a communicant of North American Martyrs Church in Marshfield. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Brien Jr. and Maurice; two daughters, Bertha Trumble and Lorraine Harvey; a sister; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren.

Violette, Chesira E., 87, of Williamstown, died March 3. Born in Milford, Mass., in 1911, she was the son of Stephano and Celeste (Abretti) Marenghi. She attended elementary and high schools in Milford. In 1949, she married Ora Violette, they later divorced. She moved to Williamstown in 1950 and was the chef of The Gulf House Restaurant, which she and her sister, Tillie Bosma, owned and operated. She was a member of St. Edward's Church in Williamstown. Survivors include three sisters, Tillie Bosma, Elizabeth Taddie and Rose Liberty; nieces and nephews.

Blackshaw, Brent T., 50, of Plainfield, died March 1. He graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in liberal arts. He served in the Navy and was director of human resources at Washington County Mental Health Services Inc. Survivors include his wife, Betsy Wolf Blackshaw; a daughter, Melissa T. Blackshaw.

Beede, Jesse R., 87, of South Washington, died March 3. Born in 1912 in Washington, he was the son of Walton and Nellie (Batchelder) Beede. He attended school in Washington. In 1941, he purchased a farm in Washington and farmed until retiring in 1971. He was also a logger for many years. In 1941, he married Ruth Mae Fletcher, who died in 1968. Survivors include four sons, Jesse Sr., Wayne, Gordon and Floyd; two daughters, Nellie Carey and Bonnie Allen; a step-daughter, Alice Bettis; one sister; 32 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Rice, Scott, 35, of Randolph, died Feb. 28. Born in 1963 in Randolph, he was the son of Benjamin and Aline (Tuthill) Rice. He attended Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph High School. He was a press operator at New England Precision. Survivors include a brother, Benjamin Rice Jr.; a sister, Robin Lamson; a niece, aunts and uncles.

Solimine, Anthony B., 54, of South Royalton, died March 13. Born in 1944 in Somerville, Mass., he was the son of Belmont and Anna (Desiderio) Solimine. He graduated from Somerville High School and in 1993, married Carol Howe. They were independent Rainbow dealers and had owned and operated New England Video in South Royalton. He moved to Vermont in 1985, and owned and operated Country Time canteen truck in Lebanon, N.H. and White River Junction. He was a member of Poly Carps Catholic Church in Somerville. Survivors include his wife; four stepchildren, Lois, Teri, Missy and Doug; his mother; two sisters; five step-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Ravelin, Agnes G., 94, of Berlin, died March 14. Born in 1904 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Charles and Ila (Woodcock) Grace. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Goddard Seminary. In 1927, she married Earle Ravelin, who died in 1937. She was a secretary at Washington County Tuberculosis Sanitarium and had worked at the Vermont Department of Industrial Health until retiring in 1972. She had been a member of St. Monica's Parish. Survivors include a sister, Catharine Grace; a brother, Wallace Grace; nieces and nephews.

Manning, Francis H., 67, of Barre and formerly of Eden, died March 19. Born in 1931 in Eden, he was the son of Homer and Hortense (Mason) Manning. He worked in law enforcement as a deputy for the Caledonia and Washington county sheriff's department. and the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife. Survivors include his wife, Norma (Douglas) Manning; four sons, David, Keith, Dale and James; two daughters, Linda Savoca and Laurie Elliot; four brothers; four sisters; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Lawliss, Esther K., 98, of Barre, died March 12. Born in 1900 in Barre, she was the daughter of Frank and Annie (Ryan) Rooney. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1920, she married Ralph A. Lawliss, who died in 1970. She was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a daughter, Marilyn Turner; a son, Wayne; 10 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.

Eaton, James E., 49, of Randolph, died March 14. Born in 1950 in Willimantic, Conn., he was the son of Joseph and Harriet (Barrett) Eaton Sr. He attended schools in Coventry, Conn. and graduated from Coventry High School. He moved to Randolph in 1970 and married Marcia Buxton in 1972. He worked as a carpenter and later at Day Funeral Home. In 1991, he began working at Vermont Technical College in Randolph Ctr. He attended Grace Outreach Church in West Lebanon, N.H. Survivors include his parents; his wife; two sons, Matthew and Morgan; two daughters, Andrea and Larissa; two brothers; two sisters; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Dezan, Audrey L., 47, formerly of Barre and more recently of Dover, N.H., died March 14. Born in 1952 in Barre, she was the daughter of Constance E. Dezan. She had lived in Strafford, Unity, Laconia and Portsmouth before moving to Dover, N.H. in 1995. She worked at Great Bay Services in Dover. Survivors include her mother; five aunts and three uncles; nieces, nephews and cousins; and the family she made her home with, Jeff, Sue and Amber Berthiaume.

Wheeler, Lucille M., 85, of Quechee, died March 13. Born in 1913 in Leedale, Alberta, Canada, she was the daughter of S. Walker and Maude (Lampman) Eastburn. The family moved to Northfield, where she attended schools. She also attended schools in Strafford. In 1933, she married Burton Wheeler. She was caretaker of the Madeline Ames Farm in Strafford and also took care of Mrs. Ames. She was a member of the United Church of Strafford. Survivors include her husband; a son, David Brown; a grandson; a great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.

Jamieson, Mahlon H., 74, formerly of Waitsfield and more recently of Poultney, died March 15. Born in 1924 in Danville, he was the son of Mahlon and Mantie (Adams) Jamieson. His career included farming, automobile and agricultural sales, working for Harvestore and Vigortone Products. He retired in 1990. Survivors include his wife; E. Janet (Croney) Jamieson; a daughter, Judith Jamieson; four sons, M. Richard, Lawrence C., David E. and Donald; two sisters; 10 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Broggi, Katherine T., 92, of Barre, died March 16. Born in 1907 in Groton, she was the daughter of Gaetano and Lucia (Pacini) Buzzi. She attended schools in Groton and Montpelier. In 1932, she married Amletto Broggi, who died in 1980. She had worked at Vogue Shop and Berganti's Dress Shop in Barre. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a sister, Ivis Tomasi; nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Plastridge, Barbara-Ann, 68, of Moretown, died March 18. Born in 1930 in Moretown, she was the daughter of Walter and Anna (Peterson) Brooks. She was a graduate of St. Michael's School in Montpelier. In 1951, she married Homer Plastridge. She worked as a housekeeper and was employed in the cafeteria at the Moretown Elementary School and later as a teacher's aide at the Orange Elementary School. She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Moretown. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Paula-Jean Plastridge, Karen-Ann Brown and Patti J. Brown; two sons, Tim and Chris; five grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Slayton, Elvira M., 85, of East Montpelier, died March 12. Born in 1914 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of Samuel Covert Chessman and Olive Loretta (Ashby) Chessman. She attended Westminster College in Utah and Logan Academy in Utah. In 1937, she married Albert E. Slayton, who died in 1989. She was a ballroom dance teacher, a secretary, a homemaker and helped her husband in his business. She attended the Bethany Congregational Church in Montpelier. Survivors include three sons, Ronald W., A. Richard and Robert L.; a sister; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Thompson, Clifton S., 66, formerly of Plainfield and more recently of Citrus Heights, Calif., died March 10. Born in Plainfield, he was the son of Frank (Crow) and Mabel (Pierce) Thompson. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Air Force for 22 years and as a contract programmer for more than 25 years in Calif. Survivors include his wife, Jean (McCarty) Thompson; a son, Steven; a daughter, Jill; five step-children, Earl Gochey, Jan Gochey, Fred Gochey, Ellie Crowley and Gay Philbrick; three brothers; a sister; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Hempel, Ruth Jessie, 83, of South Barre, died March 13. Born in 1915 in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the daughter of Charles and Marion (Fulton) Schaubel. She was a graduate of Kensington High School for Girls in Philadelphia. In 1938, she married Rev. Walter T. Hempel. She was choir director at her husband's pastorates in Pa. They have lived in Barre with their daughter since 1989. She was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Philadelphia. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Bonnie Rinehart; a son, Walter Hempel II; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Blaisdell, Margaret Feeley, 87, formerly of Hardwick and more recently of Barton, died March 17. Born in 1911 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Francis and Clara (Duby) Feeley. She attended the former West Woodbury Public School. In 1947, she married Andrew Blaisdell. Survivors include a son, Albert; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Sherman, John A., Sr., 60, of Duxbury, died March 17. Born in 1938 in Waitsfield, he was the son of Kenneth and Helen (Farnsworth) Sherman Sr. He attended schools in Waterbury and Vergennes. He worked at the former Derby and Ball Manufacturing Company and later for S.T. Griswold Concrete. He had also been an independent truck driver, working locally for Art Stone Trucking and Lacillade Lumber Company. He retired in 1992. In 1970, he married Patricia Blackmore. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Denise Coburn and Tabitha Rivard; seven sons, John, Morton, Jesse, John Jr., Michael, Spencer and Patrick; 36 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; five sisters; one brother; nieces and nephews.

Palaoro, Elizabeth, 92, of Barre, died March 17. Born in 1907 in Barre, she was the daughter of Cirillo and Fortunata (Hofer) Palaoro. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School and from Mary Fletcher Hospital School of Nursing. She was a registered nurse at the Copley Hospital and in 1947, became a maternity nurse at the former Barre City Hospital and later at Central Vermont Hospital. She retired in 1972. Survivors include two sisters, Adeline Canales and Dorothy Puente; two nieces, Sylvia Canales and Norma Birmingham.

Clark, Arnold R., 77, of Waterbury, died March 16. He was the son of Lewis and Margaret (MacAulay) Clark and was raised in Graniteville, graduating from Williamstown High School. He served in the Army during WWII and married Lorraine Nelson in 1947. He built homes in the greater Waterbury area and in the Mad River Valley. He was a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Randall and Jeffrey; a daughter, Valerie Zimmerman; a great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews.

Czine, Virginia M., 79, of Barre, died March 13. Born in 1919 in Springfield, Mass., she was the daughter of Harrison and Annie (Glennie) Martin. She attended Williamstown schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She married John Czine. She moved to Barre in 1984. She was a member of the Wallingford Congregational Church in Conn. Survivors include a daughter, Susan Ladue; two granddaughters; a brother; four sisters; nieces and nephews.

Gibbs, Jesse F., 81, of East Montpelier, died March 12. Born in 1917 in Hanover, N.H., he was the son of Jesse and May (Daigle) Gibbs Sr. He attended elementary school in Quechee and North Montpelier, and Montpelier High School. In 1938, he married Anna Chapin, who died in 1970. He served in the Army during WWII. He worked at the North Montpelier and Northfield woolen mills and more recently was a meter reader for the Barre office of the Gas Company of Vermont. Survivors include a brother, Paul Gibbs; a sister, Helen Patch; nieces and nephews.

Farnham, Alice J., 57, of Barre, died March 21. Born in 1941 in Rutland, she was the daughter of George and Stella (Bioty) Eaton. She attended St. Mary's School in Fair Haven and graduated from Brownsville High School in Brownsville, Texas. She later graduated from the Thompson School of Practical Nursing in Brattleboro. She worked at Glens Falls Hospital in N.Y. and more recently at the McFarland House in Barre. In 1961, she married Kenneth W. Farnham. She was a homemaker and was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include one son, Michael; one daughter, Ann Farnham; three grandchildren; three sisters; two brothers; several great-aunts; nieces and nephews.

Porter, Melody A., 41, of Waterbury, died March 17. Born in 1957 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Gloria Izor. She graduated from Burlington High School. She worked in the restaurant business and had made her home in Tucson, Ariz., working in retail sales. Survivors include her mother; three sisters, Angela Jacobs, Katherine Todisco and Linda Jacobs; two brothers, Rocque Barber and James Porter; several aunts, uncles and nephews.

McWilliam, Laura S., 83, formerly of Hardwick, died March 22. Born in 1915 in St. Albans, she was the daughter of Walter and Grace (Brown) Sherman. She grew up in Bakersfield and graduated from Brigham Academy and from the University of Vermont. She later did graduate work at UVM and St. Michael's College. In 1943, she married Alexander McWilliam, who died in 1985. She began her teaching career in Westford and later taught at Essex, Richmond, Hardwick, Spaulding and Merritt Island (Fla.) high schools. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include two sons, Robert and James; a sister; three grandson; two nephews.

Sherman, Wayne E., 77, of Duxbury, died March 19. Born in 1921 in Duxbury, he was the son of Charles and Maude (Phillips) Sherman. He was educated in Moretown, Duxbury and Waterbury. He later completed four years of agricultural training under the GI bill. He served in the U.S. Infantry during WWII. In 1946, he married Florence Whitworth. They operated a dairy farm and he began working for Demeritt Co. in 1962. In 1965, he began working for the Vermont State Hospital farm, retiring in 1981. Survivors include his wife; a son, Francis; a daughter, Janice Quimby; two grandsons; a great-granddaughter; a sister; an aunt; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ross, Frederick Waldemore Jr., 81, formerly of Chelsea, died March 20. Born in Chelsea, he was the son of Frederick W. Sr. and Juliet (Stevens) Ross. He married Harriet (Kensiton) Ross. He served with the Marine Corps during WWII and had been a self-employed truck driver. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Frederick III and Robert; a daughter, JoAnn Ross; a sister; two grandchildren.

Mann, Wilbur S., 64, formerly of Barre and more recently of South Windsor, Conn., died March 15. Born in Barre, he was the son of Wilbur F. and Francies (Salisbury) Mann. He graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Tilton Preparatory School in Tilton, N.H. He graduated from the University of Vermont with a BS degree in mathematics. He married Phyllis (Martin) Mann. He worked in business management for United Aircraft, Gerber Systems and was president and owner of M.S.I., a computer software company. He retired as a consultant at Promis Systems. He was a member of the Wapping Community Church. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a son, Wilbur Jr.; two daughters, Rebecca McConnell and Cori Jodice; seven grandchildren; and his constant canine companion, "Sadie."

Ruel, Michael A., 31, of Northfield Falls, died March 23. Born in 1968 in Merced, Calif., he was the son of Marcel and Shelia (Abascal) Ruel. He graduated from Northfield High School and later attended Vermont Technical College. He had been a chef and was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include his mother; his father and step-mother, Marcel and Kathy Ruel; a brother, Darin; his fiancee, Callie Buck; his maternal grandmother; paternal step-grandmother; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Aja, Lyla H., 78, of East Barre, died March 24. Born in 1920 in East Barre, she was the daughter of Ralph and Jennie (Gillander) Lowery. She attended elementary school in East Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1941, she married Peter Aja, who died in 1998. She began work as a substitute clerk at the East Barre Post Office and continued there later becoming Postmaster and retiring in 1983. She was a member of the East Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Aja and Cheryl Gorton; a grandson; a granddaughter; nieces and nephews.

Boucher, Rose M. (Badger), 87, formerly of Graniteville and more recently of Enfield, Conn., died March 23. Born in Graniteville, she lived most of her live in Montpelier before moving to Enfield, Conn. in 1984. She owned and operated the Boucher Jewelry Store with her husband, before retiring in 1969. She was a communicant of Holy Family Church in Enfield. Survivors include one daughter, Jean Beaucage; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Pelkey, Nancy J., 49, of Graniteville, died March 21. Born in 1950 in Barre, she was the daughter of Clyde and Jessica (Bradley) Spooner. She attended Graniteville schools. In 1967, she married Joseph Wayne Pelkey. She worked for Sprague Electric before attending beautician school at O'Brien's Beauty Studio in Burlington. She owned and operated Shear Art Beauty Salon in Graniteville. She was a member of Websterville Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Kim (Mrs. John) McGrath, Robin (Mrs. Timothy) French and Paula (Mrs. Richard) Clark; one son, Joseph Jr.; five grandchildren; three brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Farnham, Paul W., 84, of Moretown, died March 23. Born in 1915 in Moretown, he was the son of George and Ida May (Boyce) Farnham. He attended Moretown schools and served in the Army during WWII. He spent his life working on the family farm. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Moretown. Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

Wedge, Kenneth Delton, 83, of Montpelier, died March 26. Born in 1915 in Stowe, he was the son of Burton Elmer and Milinda (Honer) Wedge. He attended schools in Stowe and in 1936, married Nellie Clary. He had worked for the Central Vermont Railroad and was a custodian at Vermont College, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; a son, Cecil; four grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; three godchildren; nieces and nephews.

Leonard, Jeffrey Gordon, 27, formerly of Ryegate and Berlin, died March 24. Born in 1971 in Berlin, he was the son of Daniel and Linda (Perkins) Leonard. He graduated from Blue Mountain Union High School and studied demolition explosive techniques at Toronto Technical School in Toronto, Canada. He was a licensed demolition explosives expert in Mass. and Vt., working for Massachusetts Blasting Pioneer Explosives, Whipps Inc. and Clark's Garage in Athol, Mass. Survivors include his parents; a sister, Sarah Leonard; two brothers, Darren and Daniel; maternal grandmother; maternal step-grandfather; paternal grandparents; uncles, aunts, cousins and a niece.

Potter, Willis "Mike," 75 of Calais, died March 25. Born in 1923 in Plainfield, he was the son of Merton and Pearle (Cotton) Porter. He attended schools in Plainfield and Cabot. In 1944, he married Genester Chapin. They moved to Calais in 1959 and he worked for the HP Hood Creamery and more recently as a master electrician for Washington Electric Co-op. He was member of the Grace United Methodist Church of Plainfield. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Linda Bartlett, Charlene Ibey and Vanessa Leno; two sons, Randon and Shawn; five grandchildren; a brother; five sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Baltin, Bruce E., 56, of Berlin, died March 22. Born in 1942 in New Brunswick, N.J., he was the son of Charles and Evelyn (Hoffman) Baltin. He had worked at WSKI Radio in Montpelier as an account executive and disc jockey. Survivors include a brother, Steven; a sister-in-law and a nephew.

Morse, Janet Cassin, 69, of Montpelier, died March 25. Born in 1928 in Jamaica Plains, Mass., she was the daughter of Matthew and Natalie Cassin. She spent her childhood in Nahant, Mass. She graduated from Montpelier High School and in 1947, married Robert Morse. She was a member of the Worcester United Methodist Church. She attended Goddard College and received her Bachelor of Arts degree. She worked for Washington County Mental Health, retiring in 1994. After retirement she worked part-time at the Calais Post Office. Survivors include her children, James, Beverly Newton, John, Pam Everingham, Aaron, Polly Boothe, Debby Pinard and Joann Cummings; one sister; 13 grandsons; nine granddaughters; one great-grandson; three great-granddaughters; numerous nephews and nieces.

Payette, Virginia E., 67, of Randolph, died March 24. Born in 1931 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Alfred and Bernice (Scott) Payette. She attended Randolph schools and lived most of her life in the Randolph area. She had recently lived with Joan and Rachael Blandin in Bradford and most recently in Quechee. Survivors include two brothers, Robert and Raymond; a sister-in-law; several nieces and nephews.

Morse, David P., Sr., 84, of Montpelier, died March 20. Born in 1914 in Madison, Wis., he was the son of Max Withrow and Margaret Putnam Morse. He graduated from Bristol (Pa.) High School and attended University of New Hampshire. He served in the Air Force during WWII. In 1945, he married Elinor Jean Burns, who died in 1992. They moved to Montpelier in 1954 and he was employed at Lyons-Farnham Pontiac and later at Hookers Wayside Furniture until his retirement. Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Jean Morse and Julia M. Heller; a son, David; one sister; a half-sister; a half-brother; a granddaughter; longtime friend Doris Washburn; nieces and nephews.

Messier, Alexandra, 87, of Hardwick, died March 28. Born in 1911 in St. Germaine, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Ernest and Marie (Couture) Brochu. The family moved to East Hardwick in 1920. In 1932, she married Arthur Messier, who died in 1972. They had lived in Stannard and in 1976, Mrs. Messier moved to Hardwick. she was a communicant of St. Michael's Church in Greensboro bend and also attended St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick. Survivors include four sons, Robert, Andre, Gerard and Paul; three brothers; 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Emerson, Lillian A., 63, formerly of Northfield and more recently of Burnham, Maine, died March 27. Born in 1935 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Sylva and Elizabeth (Jerry) Premont. She attended Northfield schools. She had been married to Oliver Duprey and in 1976, married Harold Emerson. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church of Northfield. Survivors include her husband; four sons, Roger Duprey, Oliver Duprey, Walter Duprey and Harold Duprey; two daughters, Cheryl LaFaso and Lillian Langford; two brothers; two sisters; two stepsons, Jimmie Emerson and Michael Emerson; two stepdaughters, Lori Duprey and Christie Emerson; two grandchildren she raised, Colleen and Tanya Duprey; several other grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Caffin, Virginia C., 75, of Cabot, died March 29. Born in 1924 in Cradock, Va., she was the daughter of Julian and Myra (Booth) Chockley. She attended public schools and graduated from John Marshall High School in Richmond, Va. She then attended nursing school in Richmond. In 1948, she married Dr. Frank Henry Caffin, who died in 1991. She had assisted her husband with his medical practice. She was affiliated with the United Church of Cabot. Survivors include a son, Neale; a daughter, Stephanie Bushey; a stepson, Rev. Bob Caffin; two brothers; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins and an International Exchange student, Juan David Saldana.

Collins, Robert John, 49, of Waterbury, died March 26. Born in 1949, he was the so of Gerald and Jean (Breset) Collins. He graduated from Harwood Union High School in Duxbury. He was employed at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury as a psychiatric technician. Survivors include his mother; his father; two sisters, Mary Ellen (Mrs. Francis) Trask and Carol (Mrs. Lynn) Mannan; a brother, Michael Collins; several nieces and nephews.

Hayes, William H., 47, formerly of Northfield, and his wife, Patricia, 47, died in a traffic accident on March 9. Mr. Hayes was born in 1937 in Northfield, the son of William H. and Madelene (Church) Hayes. He spent his early years in Williamstown and Barre and attended Matthewson Elementary School and Spaulding High School. He was a member of Hedding Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister, Helena Blankenship; two nieces, four nephews, a sister-in-law and several cousins.

Hayward, Frank Bradley, 85, of Randolph, died April 1. Born in 1913 in Brockton, Mass., he was the son of Merton and Evelyn (Rowe) Hayward. He attended Brockton schools and graduated from Brockton High School. He continued his education at the Pratt Institute School of Architecture, graduated with a degree in architectural engineering. He served in the Navy during WWII. He worked as a hardware salesman for Emery Waterhouse of Portland, Maine and later for Dealer Supply of Springfield, Mass., retiring in 1984. In 1971, he married Janet Prior, who died in 1993. He was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ. Survivors include a step-son, Scott Whitham; two step-daughters, Sandra Therrien and Susan Hill; six grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Greenwood, Joyce E., 70, of Randolph, died April 2. Born in 1928 in Preston, Conn., she was the daughter of Allyn and Marion (Flood) Carpenter. She attended schools in Middletown, Conn. and was a chambermaid at Yankee traveler and the St. Johnsbury House. She also took care of children in her home. She moved to Randolph House in Randolph in 1994. In 1972, she married Francis Greenwood, who died in 1996. Survivors include a son, Stuart Perkins; two daughters, Leslie Hatin and Ruth Ann Perkins; four grandchildren.

Kohn, Anna H., 87, of Barre, died March 31. Born in 1911 in Jersey City, N.J., she was the daughter of Anthony and Helen Glowczynski. She attended and graduated schools in Jersey City. In 1930, she married Charles Kohn, who died in 1972. She was a telephone operator with New York Telephone, retiring in 1968. She returned to Barre in 1998, and made her home with her daughter, Dolores Fair. Survivors include three daughters, Dolores Fair, Lorraine Lynch and Charlotte Donno; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Lambert, Daniel W., 53, of Randolph Center, died April 1. Born in 1945 in Owatonna, Minn., he was the son of William and Dorothy Lambert. He was raised and schooled in Minnesota and attended Stockbridge Agricultural School and Amherst University. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He was married to Bette Silloway and moved to Randolph Center in 1983. He was a dairy farmer and a member of the Green Mountain Gospel Chapel in Randolph. Survivors include his wife; his mother; three sons, Paul, Daniel and David; five daughters, Marilyn, Rebecca, Laura, Jennifer and Aimee; one brother; three sisters.

Maxwell, Larry E., 39, formerly of Randolph, died March 30. Born in 1959 in Randolph, he was the son of Gilbert and Shirley (Haggett) Maxwell. He attended schools in Hancock and graduated from Randolph Vocational School. He was a farmer, worked at his father's sawmill and worked for Granville Manufacturing. For the past few years he was a painter for Everett Bettis of Hancock. Survivors include his father and stepmother, Gilbert and Rebecca Maxwell; his mother; a sister, Karen Arnold; a brother, Steven Maxwell; two nieces and two nephews.

Tacy, Eldrick C., 88, of Websterville, died March 30. Born in 1910 in Barre, he was the son of Charles and Ella (Halligan) Tacy. He attended Websterville schools. In 1937, he married Jessie Stott. He served in Navy during WWII and worked for Wells-Lamson Corp., retiring in 1975. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville. Survivors include his wife; three cousins; nieces and nephews.

Griffith, Lillian E., 78, of Duxbury, died March 27. Born in 1921 in South Barre, she was the daughter of Ira and Lillian (Marvin) Harvey. She attended schools in Barre and Waterbury. In 1937, she married Kenneth Griffith Sr., who died in 1984. She had been employed at Demeritt Manufacturing Co. and Crossroads Store, both in Waterbury. More recently she worked in the cafeteria at Harwood Union High School and operated a bakery from her home. She was a member of Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include her mother; three daughters, Romona Byers, Lorna Grimes and Penny Williams; two sons, Kenneth Jr. and Rodney; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Batchelder, Hildred L., 100, died March 26. Born in 1898 in Waterford, she was the daughter of Alfred and Margaret (Suitor) Lyster. She attended schools in Waterford and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy and Lyndon Teachers Training School. In 1920, she married Carl Batchelder, who died in 1952. She had lived in Cabot, Barton, St. Johnsbury and Montpelier and was a member of Trinity Methodist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret Vercoe and Phyllis Gale; a daughter-in-law, Eleanor Batchelder; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.

Hamelin, Frances K., 63, of Montpelier, died March 26. Born in 1936 in East St. Louis, Ill., she was the daughter of Walter and Bertha (Linnemann) Ingles. She attended schools in Alerton, Ill. and lived in Wallingford, Conn. before moving to Duxbury in 1976. She worked as a waitress, was employed at The Bridges in Warren and more recently at Green Mountain Chocolates in Waterbury. Survivors include three sons, Rick, Chris and Donald; 10 grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Bassett, Percy E., 100, of Randolph, died March 29. Born in 1898 in Worcester, Mass., he was the son of Henry and Elizabeth (Ladd) Bassett. He attended schools in Barre. In 1929, he married Clara Chase, who predeceased him. He worked on several farms and began working at Savage's Mill in 1949. He later worked at Ethan Allen. Survivors include two sons, Gordon and Bernie; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Beattie, Michelle T., 28, of Randolph, died March 27. Born in 1970 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Floyd and Wendy (Kelton) Tucker. She attended Randolph schools and graduated from Randolph Union High School. Most recently she attended the Community College of Vermont in Montpelier, majoring in psychology. In 1988, she married Robert A. Beattie. Survivors include her children, Alan and Amanda; her parents; a sister; paternal grandmother and step-grandfather; two aunts; two uncles and several cousins.

Glen, Judson B., 74, of Barre, died April 11. Born in 1924 in Rochester, N.Y., he was the son of Judson and Margaret (Garbutt) Glen. He graduated from the University of Vermont and served in the Navy during WWII. In 1950, he married Ruth Millington, they divorced in 1978. In 1983, he married Jane Page. He had been a pilot for Middlebury College and was a flight examiner for the Federal Aviation Administration. He also owned and operated Glen Real Estate in Calais. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Ruth, Mary Ellen, Elizabeth (Mrs. Jim) Diette and Joanne (Mrs. Bob) Gifford; three sons, Robert, John and William; a sister; his former wife; 13 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cutler, Earl, 73, of Barre, died April 9. Born in 1925 in East Montpelier, he was the son of George and Clara (Allen) Cutler. He attended Cutler School in East Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1945, he married Marion Bianchi. He retired as a psychiatric aid from Vermont State Hospital in 1987. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Michelle Cutler and April Despault; a sister, Phyllis Martin.

Reynolds, Gertrude M., 81, of Barre, died April 12. Born in 1918 in St. Sebastien, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Delphis and Marie Anne (Letourneau) Cloutier. She attended schools in Canada. In 1935, she married Arthur Badeau, who died in 1971. In 1963, she married Frank Reynolds, who died in 1973. She worked at Vermont Plastics in Montpelier and as a pastry cook at the Wayside Restaurant. She retired from Sprague Electric in 1983. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a son, Gilles Badeau; a daughter, Lizzette (Mrs. Ronald) Provencher; two sisters; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Irish, Zoe B., 94, of Moretown, died April 13. Born in 1904 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Ernest and Elsie (Foster) Smith. She attended schools in Cabot where she lived with her grandparents after the death of her mother. She was married to Raymond W. Irish, who died in 1970. She sold homemade doughnuts in local stores. Survivors include two daughters, Pauline Hoisington-Griffith-Mikolinski-Vogel and Jennette Willett-Jackson; two sons, Maxwell Irish and Kenneth Irish; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren.

Perkins, Clyde W., 83, of Bethel, died April 12. Born in 1915 in Stockbridge, he was the son of Leo and Flora (Smith) Perkins. He attended Stockbridge (Gaysville) and Bethel schools. In 1944, he married Ruth Goodale , who died in 1976. He worked as an auto body technician for Valley Motors in Bethel, retiring in 1978. Survivors include a daughter, Joanne Joyce; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Keith, Howard M., 84, formerly of Waitsfield, died April 9. Born in 1915 in North Haverhill, N.H., he was the son of Michael and Lilla (White) Keith. He attended North Haverhill schools and in 1938, married Clara Mae Waterhouse. He was a farmer, logger and more recently partner with his son, James in Keith and Keith Plumbing of Waitsfield. He served as a selectman for Waitsfield, a member of the zoning board of adjustment and a lister. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Helen Pinder and Shirley Keith; three sons, James, John and Donald; seven grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Kennedy, John R., 92, of Chelsea, died April 11. Born in 1907 in Chelsea, he was the son of Eugene and Alice (Drudge) Kennedy. He attended Chelsea schools and served with the Army during WWII. He worked on construction and in his father's garage. Later he was service manager at Walter Kennedy Chrysler Plymouth dealership in Chelsea, retiring in 1971. He was first married to Edith Mulleneaux, then to Erica Strelau. In 1945, he married Vera Hill and in 1957, he married Cecelia (West) Mathers. She died in 1996. They helped raise a niece, Jean Kennedy Bernier. He had been selectman for the town of Chelsea and a member of the Chelsea Fire Department. Survivors include two stepsons, Richard Lyon and Lawrence Lyon; three step-daughters, Donna Melvin, Martha Lyon and Joanne Hodge; two brothers; nieces and nephews.

Wood, Harold C., 87, of Wolcott, died April 14. Born in 1911 in Wolcott, he was the son of Charles and Kate (Marshall) Woods. In 1935, he married Jeannette Bonenfant. He had been employed at St. J. and L.C. Railroad Co., retiring in 1976. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Dorothy Keough and Nancy Vanet; one son, Gordon; one brother; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law; many nieces and nephews.

Gingras, Anna, 95, formerly of Barre, died April 15. Born in 1904 in St. Pierre, Canada, she was the daughter of Arthur and Marie (Savoie) Jacques. She attended schools in Quebec, Canada. She was a school teacher and later bookkeeper and treasurer for the United Community Credit Union in Barre. She was a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Rutland and former member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a daughter, Diane Carmolli; a son, James; three brothers; five sisters; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Perkins, Roger W., 79, of Johnson, died April 15. Born in 1919 in Johnson, he was the son of Grover and Josephine (Brickett) Perkins. He graduated from Johnson High School and served in the Air Force during WWII. He worked at Eastern Magnesia Talc Co. In 1945, he married Helen Conger. He was a member of the United Church of Johnson. Survivors include his wife; a son, William; a sister; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Therrien, Constance C., 74, of Waterbury, died April 14. Born in 1924 in Springfield, Mass., she was the daughter of Maynard and Marquita (Rounds) Dodds. Her family moved to the Boston area, where she attended schools, graduating from North Quincy High School. In 1945, she married Garfield Therrien, who died in 1993. She worked at John Hancock Insurance Co. in Boston and later Sears, Roebuck and Co. in Burlington. Most recently, she worked at Squier's Maple Products Inc. in Waterbury. She was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Corinne (Mrs. John) Gibson, Susan (Mrs. Kelly) Chaney and Lisa Bickford; two sons, David and Bruce; seven grandchildren; a sister.

Vezina, Anita, 92, of Berlin, died April 12. Born in 1906 in Fall River, Mass., she was the daughter of George and Rosalie (Levasseur) Ross. She was educated in Fall River schools and was employed by the Berkshire Highway Corp. In 1938, she married Armand Vezina, who died in 1970. Survivors include a daughter, Joan V. Gagnon; two grandchildren; a brother.

Byrne, Francis E., 76, of Johnson, died April 14. Born in 1923 in Johnson, he was the son of Eugene and Irene (Bourne) Byrne. He was a lifelong resident of Johnson and served in the Army during WWII. In 1946, he married Doris (Dezaine) Byrne. He retired from Green Mountain Sanitation Co. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Terrence and Steven; two daughters, Susan (Mrs. Scott) Chase and Julie Byrne; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

Hickory, Ivis J., 88, of Waterbury Center, died April 15. Born in 1911 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Bert and Gertrude (Edwards) Johnson. She attended schools in Waterbury. She had been a waitress, worked at the former Pilgrim Plywood Company and most recently in laundry services at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury, retiring in 1971. In 1930, she married Alfred Hickory, who died in 1989. She was a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Ruth (Mrs. Anthony) Biebel; a son, Frank; two sisters; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Dollenmaier, Jeanne Sterley, 77, of Northfield, died April 8. Born in 1921 in Akron, Ohio, she was the daughter of John and Helen (Callahan) Sterley. She grew up in Illinois and attended Carleton University in Northfield, Minn. In 1944, she married Harry Dollenmaier. They moved to Northfield in 1990. Survivors include two sons, John and James; three daughters, Susan Dollenmaier, Martha Spoor and Mary Sinclair; a brother; 10 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Keene, Everett L., 73, of East Hardwick, died April 12. Born in 1925 in Waterbury, he was the son of Adolph and Neva (Fisk) Keene Sr. He attended Waterbury and Stowe public schools. In 1952, he married Theresa Mary Fisk, who died in 1990. He and his brother Adolph, purchased the family potato farm in Walden, operating it until 1956. In 1957, they started the Keene Brothers Construction Co. and also owned and operated the Keene Mobile Home business in East Hardwick. Survivors include a son, Edward; four daughters, Barbara Keene, Brenda Beaupre, Jill Moscato and Pamela Harshman; 10 grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Massey, Patricia Ann, 56, of Brookfield, died April 11. Born in 1943 in Hartford, Conn., she was the daughter of Dwight and Ann (Cumming) Blondin. She attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. In 1962, she married Raymond Massey. She was employed as a waitress at local restaurants and by Sprague Electric in Barre. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Michael, Timothy and Brian; a daughter, Donna Massey; 10 grandchildren; seven brothers; two sisters; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. 

Gavin, Francis P., 92, formerly of Barre, died April 17. Born in 1906 in Barre, he was educated in Vermont schools. He served in the Army during WWII and had been employed by the Army Corps of Engineers. He was employed by New England Power Service Co. in Shelburne Falls, retiring in 1972. Survivors include two sons, Paul and Kelvin; a daughter, Jean Gavin; seven grandchildren; three great-grandsons. His wife, Mary A. (Donahue) Gavin, predeceased him in 1983.

Morse, Hazel, 88, of Groton, died April 22. Born in 1910 in Peacham, she was the daughter of Frank and Lizzie (McCormick) Goss. She attended elementary school in Peacham and graduated from Peacham Academy and later the Brightlook Hospital School of Nursing in St. Johnsbury. She became a registered nurse and practiced private duty nursing. In 1934, she married Gerald Morse, who predeceased her. She became affiliated with the Grafton County Nursing Home, working there until 1980. She was a member of the Groton Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Norman; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Robbins, James W. Sr., 84, of Barre Town, died April 17. Born in 1914 in East Montpelier, he was the son of Willard and Ruth (Wylie) Robbins. He attended Barre City schools. He farmed in Brookfield, Williamstown and Barre Town and had worked as a truck driver for the H.P. Welch Trucking Co. and the town of Barre, retiring in 1975. In 1933, he married Doris Martel. He was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; four sons, James Jr., Robert, Douglas and Richard; two daughters, Eleanor MacAuley and Marilyn Gamble; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; nieces and nephews.

Demeritt, Laura (Elizabeth), 95, of Waterbury, died April 23. Born in 1904 in Plattsburgh, N.Y., she was the daughter of Richard and Jessica (Law) Demeritt. She graduated from Waterbury High School, received her bachelor of science degree in home economics from University of Vermont and studied at Cornell University and UCLA. She was employed as a home economics teacher in Waterbury and Randolph, as well as Saranac Lake and Seneca Falls, N.Y.

Clifford, Theodore A., 90, formerly of Bethel and more recently of Sun City, Ariz., died April 19. Born in 1909 in Bethel, he graduated from Carnegie Institute of Technology and was a veteran of WWII. He was founder of Clifford of Vermont Inc., a wire and cable supplier in Bethel; past director of Oxford County Telephone Co. of Buxford, Maine, Somerset Telephone Co. in North Anson, Maine and Randolph National Bank. He had served on the school board in Bethel and was a member of the United Church in Bethel and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Sun City. Survivors include his wife, Elinor; two daughters, Ruth Franz and Bunny Huntley; a son, Theodore Jr.; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a niece and a nephew.

Premont, Donat S., 60, of Northfield Falls, died April 19. Born in 1938 in Northfield, he was the son of Ovila and Adeline (Rameo) Premont. He attended schools in Northfield. In 1986, he married Patricia Mercier. He worked for Maurice Memorials and for Norwich University, retiring due to ill health. He had served with the Army during the Vietnam War. Survivors include his wife; a son, Donat Jr.; two step-sons, Bernard Whalen and David Pecor; two daughters, Linda Hallock and Brenda (Mrs. Michael) Hallock; two brothers; a sister; 11 grandchildren; several nieces; great-nieces and great-nephews.

Coburn, Elwin H., 89, formerly of Vershire, died April 22. Born in 1910 in Vershire, he was the son of John and Ethel (Norton) Coburn. He attended Vershire and Strafford schools. In 1934, he married Gertrude Fairbrother, who died in 1986. He cut lumber for Mark Perkins in Strafford and also was a logger. He later worked at the Vermont copper mines in South Strafford. He also operated a small farm and was a carpenter and worked in the building and grounds department for Dartmouth College. He retired in 1972. He was one of the founders of the Strafford Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include two sons, Philip and Melvin; three daughters, Shirley Hannah, Marvel Hauger and Cynthia Riordan; one sister; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Hagar, Henry E., 84, of Berlin, died April 21. Born in 1914 in Elmira, N.Y., he was the son of Clarence Elmer and Alice Lorraine (Griswold) Hagar. He served in the Army during WWII. In 1945, he married Janice Norton, who died in 1973. He was employed at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1974. He was a member of the Bethany Congregational Church in Montpelier. Survivors include a grandson, Christopher Lupien.

Kennison, Robert D., 72, of Montpelier, died April 20. Born in 1926 in Fayston, he was the son of Rodney and Beatrice (Dunbar) Kennison. He married Geraldine McQueen in 1956. He served with the Navy during WWII and the Army during the Korean War. He worked at General Electric in Burlington, retiring in 1988. He had also served as a Washington County deputy sheriff. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Richard and Robert Jr.; two daughters, Connie Squiers and Donna Keene; two sisters; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Shepherd, John, 73, of Greensboro Bend, died April 19. Born in 1926 in Hallandale, Fla., he grew up in Wethersfield, Conn. He was a police officer and had served with the Coast Guard during WWII. He retired to Vermont in 1991, where he was involved with the Greensboro Nursing Home and was a member of the Greensboro Bend United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Shepherd; two sons, Robert and Charles; five stepchildren, Linda Unkelbach, Christopher Bean, Janet Heslin, Kevin Unkelbach and David Bean; two grandsons; a sister.

Bartlett, Isabelle M., 86, of Morrisville, died April 19. Born in 1912 in Hyde Park, she was the daughter of Elmer and Bertha (Calkins) Bartlett. She had lived and worked in Springfield, Mass., returning to Morrisville six years ago. Survivors include a sister, Doris (Mrs. Robert) Austin; a niece and a nephew; four cousins.

Alden, John F., 67, of Montpelier, died April 19. Born in 1931 in Windsor, he was the son of Phillip and Mabel Hovey. He graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the Army. In 1951, he married Ruth E. Powers, who died in 1978. He had worked for Twin City John Deere and L.B.J. Store in Worcester and was a member of Worcester Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Brenda Alden, Crystal Ripley and Donna Locke; three sons, George, John and Bernard; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Billi, Dorothy E., 84, of Barre, died April 16. Born in 1914 in Barre, she was the daughter of Stephen and Ann (Fontana) Andreoletti. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1934, she married Louis Billi, who died in 1998. She was a member of St. Monica's Church. She had been a volunteer at Aldrich Public Library and Central Vermont Hospital gift shop. Survivors include two daughters, Faralie Flynn and Kay Storti; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; nieces and nephews.

Puzel, Karen E., 59, formerly of Chelsea, died April 8. Born in 1939, she was the daughter of Edward and Evelyn (Forsberg) Eckstein. She was originally from Brooklyn, N.Y., and had been a summer resident of the Chelsea area since the late 1940s. Survivors include her husband, Hank; two sons, Andrew and Erik; a sister; a granddaughter. 

Tucker, Bertha E., 95, of Waitsfield, died April 29. Born in 1903 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Charles and Eva (Alden) Smith. She attended schools in Northfield. In 1930 she married Edmond Tucker, who died in 1967. she was a homemaker, later working for the Carpenter Farm Lodge. She was a member of the Federated Church of Waitsfield. Survivors include three sons, Donald, Wesley and Allen; two granddaughters; a grandson; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Jesshope, Shelby Ricketts, 23, of Warren, died April 28. Born in 1976 in Long Island, N.Y., she was the daughter of Douglas Ricketts and Tabitha Sardi. She graduated from Haldane High School in Coldsprings, N.Y. and more recently was studying childcare at Dutchess County College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. She married Mark Jesshope on March 20, 1999. Survivors include her husband; an infant son, Timothy; her father and step-mother, Douglas and Suzie Ricketts; her mother and step-father, Tabitha Sardi and Terry Maloney; a paternal grandmother; maternal grandparents; three brothers; a stepbrother; three nieces.

Case, Ann Marie, 77, of Waterbury, died April 18. Born in 1921 in New York City, she was the daughter of Philip and Dorothy (Richards) Case. She lived in France before WWII and moved to the Waterbury area in 1944. For the past four years, she had lived at the Waterbury Inn.

Byrd, Agnes Adaline (Hersey), 73, formerly of Worcester and Montpelier, died April 28. Born in 1925 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Don and Cora (Richardson) Hersey. She attended Worcester Elementary School. In 1944, she married Frederick D. Byrd Sr., who predeceased her. Survivors include seven sons, Frederick Jr., Tim, Danny, Richard, Michael and Robert; six daughters, Linda Belanger, Robyn Haines, Laurie Byrd, Betsey Delary and Patricia Shortsleeves; three step-sons, George, James and Joseph Byrd; a sister; 60 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren.

Devoid, Myrna L., 69, formerly of Barre, died April 29. Born in Barre, she was the daughter of George and Vena (Leonard) Anderson. She graduated from Spaulding High School and received her Charter Life Underwriter degree from Franklin Pierce College. She was a marketing officer at Chubb Life America, retiring in 1985. Survivors include two sons, Kirk and Ricky; two daughters, Karen Devoid and Susanne Devoid; four grandchildren; three brothers.

Aronson, Iris L., 86, of Barre, died April 27. Born in 1912 in Shoreham, she was the daughter of Cyrus and Nina (Hapgood) Randall. She graduated from the Northeast public school in Hartford and from the Westboro State Hospital School of Practical Nursing in Westboro, Mass. She was employed at Westboro Hospital and at Gifford Hospital. She was a member of the Gospel Hall in Hardwick. Survivors include a son, Douglas; two daughters, Althea (Mrs. Alton) Rodger and Dawna Lamore; 21 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Towne, James W., 60, formerly of Montpelier, died April 25. Born in 1938 in Montpelier, he was the son of John and Anna (Lawrence) Towne. He graduated from St. Michael's High School and attended St. Michael's College. He served in the Navy and was an air traffic controller at Los Angeles International Airport in Hartford, Conn. He was a supervisor for General Electric in Burlington and plant manager for Xerox Corp. in Rochester, N.Y. He later owned and operated a general store in Worcester, before moving to Eustis, Fla. Survivors include a son, Jason; a sister, Joan Quesnel; a brother, John Town; nieces and nephews.

Davis, Mary A., 68, of Waterbury Center, died April 26. Born in 1930 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Leslie and Ethel (Towne) Dibbell. She graduated from Waterbury High School and married Maurice Davis in 1954. She worked as a secretary for the Eldredge Lumber Co. in Waterbury and at the Vermont Department of Transportation. She was a member of Waterbury Center Community Church. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Stephen and Mark; eight grandchildren; a brother; two nephews and a niece.

Dupere, Florence E., 86, formerly of Northfield, died April 26. Born in 1912 in South Hero, she was the daughter of Warren and Clara (Croto) Bruleigh. She graduated from Mount St. Mary's Academy in Winooski and later from nursing school. In 1936, she married Chester Blow, who died in 1962. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include a son, Leon; a daughter, Victoria (Mrs. George) Briggs; a step-son, Fernand Dupere; three step-daughters, Olivet Brassard, Felecia Calarco and Madeline Tafflin; two sisters; two grandchildren; many step-grandchildren; great-grandchildren; cousins, nieces and nephews.

Thurston, Roberto W., 59, formerly of Barre, died April 25. Born in 1950 in Barre, he was the son of Clarence and Olis (Claflin) Thurston. He attended schools in Corinth and graduated from St. Johnsbury Trade School. In 1970, he married Diane Menard. He worked for several trucking companies and for the Corinth Highway Department and for John Gross Trucking in Roxbury. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jodie Meyette; a granddaughter; his parents; three brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Rhoades, Clifton T., Sr., 86, of Randolph and formerly of Braintree, died April 26. Born in 1912 in Barnard, he was the son of Frank and Mary (Nott) Rhoades. He was educated in Barnard schools. In 1930, he married Frances Olmstead, who died in 1974. He worked for the Rotta family in Barnard and bought the Perkins Flint farm in Braintree in 1944, retiring in 1974. Survivors include a son, Clifton Jr.; two sisters; two brothers; nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Corti, Ella S., 78, of Barre Town, died April 22. Born in 1920 in Plainfield, she was the daughter of Winfield and Esther (Freeman) Glidden. She attended schools in Plainfield. She had operated a home and office cleaning service in the Barre area. In 1937, she married Carlo Corti, who died in 1983. Survivors include two sons, Paul and Carl; two grandchildren; one sister; nieces and nephews.

Foster, Ida W., 81, of Cabot, died April 25. Born in 1917 in Cabot, she was the daughter of Eugene and Mabel (Barnett) Woods. She attended Cabot public schools. In 1937, she married Harry William Foster, who died in 1990. She had been employed at Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant. She moved to New Britain, Conn. where she was employed at the Fafnir Bearing Co., retiring in 1978 and moving to Cabot. She was a member of the United Church of Cabot. Survivors include two sons, Harry Jr. and Calvert; one daughter, Mary Shatney; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one sister; five step-sisters; three step-brothers; nieces and nephews.

Cross, Irene, 84, of Barre, died April 23. Born in 1915 in East Calais, she was the daughter of Daniel and Viola (Cohaskie) Guyette. She attended Berlin schools. In 1937, she married Albert Cross, who died in 1982. She worked in food services at Vermont College and was an outside homemaker in the Montpelier area. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Lynda Colbeth; two sons, Albert and Roland; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a sister; a brother; a half-brother; many nieces and nephews.

Austin, Rodney J., 27, of Duxbury, died April 24. Born in 1971 in Berlin, he was the son of John and Marion (Culver) Austin. He graduated from Harwood Union High School in Duxbury. He enjoyed basketball and football card collecting, birdwatching, movies, sports, playing video games and spending time with his nieces and nephews. Survivors include his parents; four sisters, Brenda Austin, Debra Richardson, Laurie Butler and Lisa Austin; four nieces and four nephews; several aunts and uncles.

Mayo, Dorothy M., 92, formerly of Montpelier, died April 23. Born in 1906 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Charles and Mary Ellen (McCormack) Doucette. She attended St. Michael's Grade School and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1939, she married Lucien J. Messier, who died in 1958. Her second husband, F. Francis Mayo, died in 1978. She worked at National Life Insurance and at Farm Credit Service, retiring in 1971. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in St. Johnsbury. Survivors include three step-daughters, Elaine Driscoll, Marceline Nadeau and Anne Brill; four stepsons, Frederick, John, Michael and Bernier Mayo; 23 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren.

Curtis, E. June, 67, formerly of Montpelier, died April 26. Born in 1931 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Leroy and Ethel (Warden) Farnham. She was educated in Montpelier schools. She was married to Phillip Curtis. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Gary and Dale; a daughter, Nancy Curtis; two brothers; five grandchildren.

Brink, Trafford F., 84, of Montpelier, died April 24. Born in 1914 in Groton, he was the son of Bernie and Annie (Carpenter) Brink. He graduated from Groton High School and later from Burlington Business College. He was an officer in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII. He worked for the State of Vermont, retiring as Commissioner of Agriculture in 1989. He married the former Irene Sherry. Survivors include his wife; a son, Douglas; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; a brother; many nieces and nephews.

Clough, Donald A., 86, of Northfield, died April 27. Born in 1913 in Calais, he was the son of George and Lilla (Stark) Clough. He worked in the Waterbury area as a dry cleaner and at full-service gasoline stations. His wife, Maude A. (Noyes) Clough, died earlier this year. Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

Dexter, Floyd E., 86, formerly of Barre, died April 25. Born in 1912 in Barre, he was the son of Benjamin and Irene (Bridge) Dexter. He attended schools in Topsham. In 1933, he married Bessie Minor, who died in 1995. He was a farmer and logger and later worked for the Vermont State Highway Department, retiring in 1974. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Thetford. Survivors include a son, Kenneth; five daughters, Dorothy Dyke, Leona Spooner, Phyllis Berthlaume, Lorraine Carbino and Beverly Vaughan; 22 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; a brother; four sisters.

Staples, Freda G., 91, of Montpelier, died April 23. Born in 1908 in West Danville, she was the daughter of Fred and Amanda (Hawkins) McCosco. She graduated from Danville High School and attended Johnson Normal School. In 1927, she married Marshall I. Staples, who died in 1995. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Helen Gomez, Martha Tanner and Kay White; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews.

Landry, Alex B., 90, of Williamstown, died April 23. Born in 1908 in Websterville, he was the son of Bruno and Mary Louise (Campeau) Landry. He attended schools in Williamstown. He operated a farm, retiring in 1981. He was a member of Sylvester's Church in Graniteville. Survivors include two brothers, Antoine Landry and Joseph Landry; a sister, Eliza (Mrs. Charles) Chapman; nieces and nephews.

Minnich, Beverly J., 74, formerly of Montpelier and more recently of Bethesda, Md., died March 14. Born in 1925 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Mary (Macaulay) and Perley Jerd. She graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the WAVES during WWII. In 1955, she married Robert Minnich. She was a medical secretary at the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Md. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Bethesda. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Mary Sinker and Beth Minnich; a son, John; two grandchildren; a sister; a brother.

McLeod, James F., 53, of Barre, died April 30. Born in 1945 in Barre, he was the son of James and Iris (Chase) McLeod. He graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Greenfield College in Greenfield, Mass., Northeastern University in Boston and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a degree in forestry. His wife, Judith Ann (Kelley) McLeod, died in 1995. He had lived in Fryeburg, Maine and had moved to Barre in 1995. He had been employed by Allpoints as a long distance truck driver and had worked as a forester in Maine. Survivors include a son, James; two sisters, Elaine Wagner and Janet Santin; several nieces and nephews; an aunt, uncle and several cousins.

LaValley, Eva M., 94, of Randolph, died April 30. Born in 1905 in Mooers Falls, N.Y., she was the daughter of Henry and Emma (Longtin) Dominy. She was educated in Mooers Forks. In 1924, she married Isaac LaValley, who died in 1966. She was a former member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Mooers Forks, Sts. Donatian and Rogatian Church in Randolph and St. Matthew's Church in South Royalton. Survivors include two daughters, Irene Chase and Helena Bowen; a son, Armand; a sister; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren.

Houston, Joseph W., 89, of Craftsbury, died May 2. Born in 1910 in Walden, he was the son of Joseph and Myrlie (Wilcox) Houston. He attended Walden schools and was a farmer in Walden until 1944 when he bought a farm in Craftsbury. He operated that farm until retiring in 1966. In 1936, he married Beatrice Corrow, who died in 1992. He was a member of the United Church of Craftsbury, had served on the Craftsbury Board of Selectmen and was a justice of the peace. Survivors include three daughters, Ruth (Mrs. Ronald) Curtiss, Shirley Benway and Thelma (Mrs. Richard) Bloom; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a brother; four sisters; a special friend; nieces and nephews.

Vaughn, Roberta B., 80, of Moretown, died May 1. Born in 1918 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Sheridan and Mary (Maxwell) Boyce. She attended Waitsfield and Waterbury schools. In 1952, she married Francis K. Vaughn. She was employed as a housekeeper for several families in the Mad River Valley and Waterbury area. She was a member of Wesley United Church of Waterbury. Survivors include her husband; two brothers, Robert Boyce and James Boyce; nieces and nephews.

Salls, Howard H., 88, of Greensboro, died April 27. Born in 1911 in Hardwick, he was the son of Edward and Lena (Burbank) Salls. He attended Greensboro public schools. In 1935, he married Ruth Evelyn Coolbeth. He had managed dairy farms in Mass. and Greensboro and later was employed by the town of Greensboro. He was a past member and chief of Greensboro Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Patricia Ann Hislop and Jennie Spradlin; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Doyle, Madeline M., 83, of Montpelier, died May 2. Born in 1915 in Providence, R.I., she was the daughter of Levi and Mary (Belair) Martell. She graduated from Montpelier Seminary and married Robert Doyle, who died in 1988. She owned and operated Doyle's Guest House. Survivors include two sons, Michael and Richard; three grandchildren; three sisters; a brother; many nieces and nephews.

Tevyaw, Byron D., 81, of Walden, died April 30. Born in 1917 in Morristown, he was the son of John and Mary Jane (McDermott) Tevyaw. He attended Montpelier public schools. In 1971, he married Gertrude Irene George. He served in the Air Corps during WWII. He was employed as a sheet metal worker for Vermont Heat and later constructing heat duct installation for the St. Johnsbury Correctional Center. He retired in the early 1980s. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Brenda Fassett, Barbara Thurston, Anna Arnold and Mary Adams; a step-daughter, Donnia Shangraw; a son, Robert; a stepson, Duwayne Lamb; 12 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cotnoir, Joseph, 66, of Barre, died May 2. Born in 1932 in Graniteville, he was the son of Hector and Emerentienne (Trudeau) Cotnoir. He attended Holy Ghost School and graduated from Spaulding High School. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He attended monumental drafting school and worked in the granite trade as a sandblaster until he retired. In 1954, he married Gloria M. Buick. Survivors include a daughter, Bernadette (Mrs. Dwight) Harrington; a brother; three sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Rogers, Donald R., 54, formerly of Randolph and more recently of White River Junction, died May 2. Born in 1944 in Randolph, he was the son of Donald and Evelyn (Sweeney) Rogers. He grew up in Randolph and attended schools there. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He had various jobs in the Randolph area and most recently was a taxi and limousine driver in White River Junction. Survivors include his father and stepmother, Don and Avis Rogers; a son, Kevin; a daughter, Lisa Rogers; a stepbrother; a half-brother; a half-sister; a grandson.

Donahue, William G., 84, of Websterville, died May 1. Born in 1914 in Graniteville, he was the son of Michael and (Murphy) Donahue. He attended Holy Ghost School in Graniteville and Spaulding High School. In 1943, he married Glennis M. Aldrich. He was employed as a sawyer at Waldron-Sheild Granite Co. of Barre and later at Peerless Granite Co. He retired in 1976. He had also worked at St. Sylvester Cemetery as sexton until 1984. He was a member of the St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville. Survivors include his wife; five sons, Michael, Paul, Gregory, Gary, Stephen; a daughter, Colleen Donahue; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three brothers; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Cota, Lyle E., 66, of Duxbury, died May 6. Born in 1932 in Fayston, he was the son of Donald and Ruth (Fuller) Cota. He graduated from Waitsfield High school and continued his education at the St. Johnsbury Trade School. He served with the Air Force during the Korean War. In 1957, he married Janet Flynn. He had worked for Mad River Glen and Sugarbush Resort and later for the Vermont State Police. He served as a liquor inspector for the Vermont State Liquor Control and worked at the Vermont State Hospital, Whitcomb Woods and for the COTS program. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Daniel and Donald; two daughters, Lisa Cota and Shelley Barrett; a sister; two brothers; seven grandchildren; aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Rattee, Evelyn M., 88, of Randolph, died May 3. Born in 1910 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Clayton and Florence (Henry) LaBelle. She was educated in Northfield schools. In 1927, she married Ernest Rattee, who died in 1970. She worked at the Salisbury Furniture Factory and Van Raalte Co., both in Randolph. Survivors include three sons, Alfred, Richard and Robert; a daughter, Shirley Rogers; four grandchildren; several great-grandchildren.

Pelkey, Guy A., 57, of Waterbury, died May 7. Born in 1941 in Burlington, he was the son of Melvina (Lavarnway) and Romie Pelkey. He attended Waterbury schools. In 1967, he married May Ann Chamberlin. He had worked at the Talc Mine in Moretown, worked as an orderly at the Vermont State Hospital, for Farr's Tree service in Waterbury and at Berno Lumber in Duxbury. Most recently, he worked as a heavy equipment operator for Dennis Marshall. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a daughter, Trisa Niven; two sons, Edward and Brian; a step-daughter, Jody Leonard; a sister; a brother; three granddaughters and a grandson; three nieces.

Thomas, Celia M., 97, of Montpelier, died May 6. Born in 1901 in East Calais, she was the daughter of Abner and Martha Mae (Ainsworth) Wilbur. She was educated in East Calais schools and graduated from Montpelier Seminary. In 1928, she married Frank Baldwin, who died in 1956. In 1960, she married Elywin Thomas, who died in 1996. She had been a school teacher in Lower Cabot, Middlesex and East Montpelier. She worked in the actuary department of National Life Insurance Co., retiring in 1963. Survivors include a nephew, Ruben Wilbur; a niece, Grace Liley.

Compo, Clarence A., 83, of Lower Graniteville, died May 4. Born in 1915 in East Barre, he was the son of William and Ida Compo. He attended Barre Town schools. In 1941, he married Arlene Payne, who died in 1980. He was employed as a hoist operator for Rock of Ages Corp., retiring in 1980. Survivors include six daughters, Sylvia Wescott, Norma Anderson, Susan Dion, Martha Longway, Gail Baker and Diana Henderson; four sons, Edward, Mark, Peter and Douglas; 19 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a sister; several nieces and nephews.

Cushing, Charles E., 81, of North Randolph, died May 3. Born in 1918 in South Royalton, he was the son of Edwin and Emma (Hamilton) Cushing. He was a canine handler during WWII and was a professional mason until he retired. His wife, Shirley (Hall) Cushing, predeceased him. Survivors include two daughters, Gail Meve and Kay Odom; four sisters; seven grandchildren; a great-grandson.

Johnson, Dorothy S., 84, of Craftsbury, died April 29. Born in 1914 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Herbert and Alice (Kaiser) Spaulding. she graduated from Craftsbury Academy and late from Lyndon State College. She began teaching in Craftsbury and retired from the East Albany Hillside School in 1982, as principal. In 1936, she married Donald Johnson, who died in 1991. She was a communicant at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Craftsbury. Survivors include four children, David, Douglas, Donna Long and Darlene Johnson; 16 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews.

Williams, Henry James, 95, of Moretown, died May 4. Born in Moretown, he was the son of Roy and Mary Williams. He attended school at the Cox Brook School and later graduated from the eighth grade from the Gray School in Northfield. He worked at Roxbury Marble Quarries, the Woolen Mills, delivered and collected milk, drove children to school, worked on the railroad between Roxbury and Northfield, fired the steam engine, drove truck for Roy Smith and worked with the Northfield Telephone Company. In 1940, he married Margaret Luna Braman, who died in 1977. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church of Northfield. Survivors include two sons, Richard and Jim; one daughter, Theresa Parker; five grandchildren.

Alvarez, Narciso Vidal, 104, died May 4. Born in 1895 in Navajeda, Spain, he was the son of Silvino and Consuelo Alvarez. He was educated in Spain and came to the United States in 1910. He worked in the stone sheds and then learned the meat trade from his uncle. He later went to Hardwick and ran a meat cart from Hardwick to Greensboro. He returned to Montpelier and worked at Standish's Market and Brooks Meat and Grocery. He opened his own meat and grocery business, the Capital Market in 1928. In 1993, at the age of 98, he sold the Capital Market and retired. In 1923, he married Josephine Ghiringhelli. Survivors include his wife; his children, Raymond and Evelyn Trono; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a brother.

Shea, William M., 84, of Barre, died recently. Born in 1914 in Barre, he was the son of John and Margaret Ann (Murray) Shea. He attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. He worked as a sandblaster for several area granite sheds, retiring from Rouleau Granite Co. in 1979. He later worked for the Granite Bank in Barre. He was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a son, David; a granddaughter; nieces and nephews.

Jarvis, John W., 64, of Montpelier, died May 11. Born in 1934 in Chazy, N.Y., he was the son of Willis and Marion (Murray) Jarvis. He graduated from Windsor High School. In 1954, he married Patricia Romano. In 1968, he married Lucy Lawton Ladd. He served as a sergeant in the Vermont National Guard from 1957 to 1963 and worked as a master plumber for the Shepherd Corp. in White River Junction. He was also a cook for the Marriott Food Services at Norwich University, before retiring due to ill health. Survivors include two sisters, Shirley Wakefield and Lucina Rocamora; five brothers, James, Robert, Donald, Jerry and Paul; many nieces and nephews.

Morrow, James R., 46, of Barre, died May 4. Born in 1952 in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Robert and Eileen (Bickell) Morrow. He graduated from Spaulding High School and continued his education at Rensselear Polytechnic Institute receiving a BS degree in physics. He was employed with IBM in Essex Junction and more recently pursued his career with firms in Texas and Oregon. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, David; three brothers, Kim, Scott and Craig; two stepbrothers, John Reid and David Reid Jr.; three stepsisters, Betsy Reid, Sylvia Oliver and Sarah Schroeder; a former sister-in-law, Karin Morrow; a niece and three nephews.

Rich, Donald T., 63, of Montpelier, died May 13. Born in 1936, he was the son of Carmen and Yolanda (Lamberti) Rich. He worked as regional planner for the state of Vermont, most recently in the Vermont Department of Transportation. Survivors include his wife, Gail; two sons, Michael and Joseph; three grandchildren; his mother.

Grandfield, Norman S., 65, of Moretown, died May 10. Born in 1934 in Duxbury, he was the son of Meridan and Mildred (Farnsworth) Grandfield Sr. He attended Moretown schools. In 1956, he married Barbara Ferris. He worked for Ward Lumber Co. and G. T. Evans Logging Co., both in Moretown. He was later employed as caretaker for Harlow Carpenter in Warren and as a heavy equipment operator for the town of Moretown. He retired in 1996. He was a former member and past chief of Moretown Volunteer Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Teresa Freeman and Jennine Poulin; four sons, Randy, Stuart, Monty and Robert; eight grandchildren; four sisters; two brothers; nieces and nephews.

Charron, Lorenzo J., 79, formerly of Barre and Northfield Falls, died April 30. Born in St. Edwidge, Quebec, he was an Army veteran of WWII. He worked in the granite industry in Barre. He and his wife, Claire, owned and operated the Falls General Store in Northfield Falls until retirement in 1983. He had been a communicant of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Geraldine McCarthy; two sons, Paul and Roger; two brothers; three sisters; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

Sanborn, Eliza Jane, 95, of Barre, died May 13. Born in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1903, she was the daughter of William and Jane Robb (Kerr) McAllen. She moved to East Barre at age three and attended East Barre schools and Spaulding High School. In 1932, she married Elwin Sanborn, who died in 1970. She had worked for many years in Barre retail stores including Puritan Clothing and the Youth Centre. She was a member of East Barre Congregational Church and the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include two sons, Mayo and Earl; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Brault, Margaret M., 83, formerly of Barre and Montpelier, died May 5. Survivors include a daughter, Maureen Foster; a son, Philip; a grandson; two granddaughters; seven brothers and sisters. She was predeceased by her husband, Philip L. Brault.

Larose, Aurele R., 70, of Montpelier, died recently. Born in 1929 in Eastman, Quebec, he was the son of Arthur and Rosanna (Gagne) Larose. He attended schools in Eastman and Sherbrooke, Quebec and moved to Mass. in 1968. In 1970, he married Marion Dennison. They moved to Montpelier, where he worked for A. G. Anderson Inc. of Waterbury. He also worked for Summit Construction and Miller Concrete Inc. He also cut and sold Christmas trees for many years. Survivors include his wife; a son, Arthur; a daughter, Barbara; four sons from a previous marriage, Normand, Gaeton, Fernand and Yvan; four sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Thompson, Eva K., 74, of Chelsea, died May 10. Born in 1924 in Springfield, Mass., she was the daughter of Fred and Mildred (Cutler) Keyes. She attended school in Brookfield and Chelsea High School. In 1947, she married Cecil Thompson. She had been employed at HEB Manufacturing Co. in Chelsea for 26 years. Survivors include her husband; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Carpenter, Richard T., 75, of Randolph, died May 11. Born in 1923 in Tunbridge, he was the son of Russell and Doris (Temple) Carpenter. He moved to Randolph and attended Temple School and Randolph Center schools. He was a lifetime farmer with his father and brother, retiring in 1978. Survivors include his cousins, Margaret Churchill and Annette Glick.

McAndrew, Lt. Irving E. "Mac", 69, formerly of Barre City, died May 19. Born in 1929 in Newton, Mass., he was the son of James and Mary (McDade) McAndrew. He attended schools in Newton and served in the Air Force. He joined the Vermont State Police in 1954, retiring in 1954 as director of Communications. In 1951, he married Vivian Bilodeau, who died in 1997. He was a communicant of St. Monica's Church in Barre. Survivors include one daughter, Judy Pluta; two sons, Gary and Thomas; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Dunn, Margaret (Bagley), 77, of Upper Graniteville, died May 16. Born in 1921 in West Topsham, she was the daughter of Fred and Lena (Keys) Bagley. She attended West Topsham Elementary School and was a graduate of the former Goddard Seminary in Barre. She also graduated from Mary Fletcher Hospital School of Nursing in Burlington. She worked as a registered nurse, retiring in 1979. In 1947, she married Raymond Dunn. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Lena Foster; one son, Lawrence; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; two nieces.

Powers, Walter "Walt", 58, of Hardwick, died May 21. Born in 1940 in Barre, he was the son of Vernon and Iva (Fisher) Powers. He attended Woodbury Graded School and Hardwick Academy. He had been a truck driver for Keene Brothers and Trombley & DuBois trucking companies, and a town foreman for the town of Walden. More recently he managed the Woodtec Inc. log yard in Hardwick. He married Peggy Copping. He was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a daughter, Penny Warensford; a son, Ricky; three sisters; a brother; two grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Williams, Teresa A., 51, of Marshfield, died May 16. Born in 1947, she was the daughter of Casper and Lucille (Boisvert) Lyford. She graduated from Marshfield-Plainfield High School. She was a secretary for the law firm of McKee, Clewley and FitzPatrick, Washington County state's attorneys Gregory McNaughton and Terry Trono, attorney Gleb Glinka, and for Banking Insurance. Survivors include her husband, Kenneth; a daughter, Lynn (Mrs. Dale) Walbridge; a son, Gregg; her parents; two sisters; two grandchildren; aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces.

Day, Theodore Wesley, 69, formerly of Randolph, died May 20. Born in 1930 in Randolph, he was the son of John and Esther (Tabor) Day. He graduated from Williamstown High School and the University of Vermont. He served with the Air Force, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. In 1954, he married Mary MacAulay. He spent most of his teaching career at the Albert D. Lawton School, retiring in 1985. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Christy Day; a son, Andrew Day; his mother; two brothers; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Redlon, Stanley, 71, formerly of Tunbridge, died July 21. Born in 1927 in Tunbridge, he was the son of Dorothy Redlon. He attended Tunbridge and Strafford schools and served in the Navy during WWII. In 1946, he married Clara E. Knudsen. He drove truck, worked for Wayne Taplin in Tunbridge, Vermont Copper Mines, New Haven Water Co. in Conn. and later for several building contractors in Conn. He owned and operated the Redlon Construction Co. in Tunbridge from 1970 to 1980. He also maintained Tunbridge Video in Tunbridge. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Sandra Higgins and Audrey O'Hallaran; a son, Stanley Jr.; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; cousins.

Wheaton, Antonia A., 79, formerly of Barre, died April 2. Born in Barre, she was the daughter of Eduardo and Antonia (Sancibrian) Alonso. She graduated from Spaulding High School. She had lived in Vero Beach, Fla. for the past 21 years. Survivors include her husband, John Wheaton; two sons, Mark and Noel; a granddaughter; a sister.

Goulette, Frank F., 75, of Montpelier, died May 20. Born in 1923 in Barre Town, he was the son of Frank Francis and Bessie Harriet (Magoon) Goulette. He attended Washington schools. He worked in the granite industry for Jones Brothers and Twin City Custom Sandblast both of Barre and for Rock of Ages in Graniteville, retiring in 1985. He also operated Frank's Small Engine Repair after retirement. He was a member of the Resurrection Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include his wife, Beverly L. (Smith) Goulette; two sons, Stephen and Kenneth; a daughter, Marla Winters; two grandchildren; two brothers; five sisters.

Gillette, Joseph W., 70, of Waterbury Center, died May 17. Born in 1928 in Colchester, he was the son of William and Cora Ann (Gillette) Gillette. He served in the Army Signal Corps and the Vermont Army National Guard. He was employed as food service manager at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1990. Survivors include two sisters, Beulah (Mrs. Fred) Taylor and Shirley (Mrs. Gordon) Rochelle; nieces and nephews.

Mahoney, William J., Jr., 52, of Barre, died May 20. Born in 1946 in Scituate, Mass., he was the son of William and Shirley (Reid) Mahoney Sr. He attended Indian Head Elementary School in Pembroke, Mass. and Silver Lake Regional High School in Kingston, Mass. In 1974, he married Suzan James. He had worked in construction and as a carpenter. Survivors include his wife; three sons, William III, James and Stephen; two daughters, Sarah E-J Mahoney and Tiffany; a step-daughter, Tanya-Lee James; his father; his mother; a sister; five grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Galli, Oscar J., 84, of Barre, died May 14. Born in 1914 in Barre, he was the son of Pompeo and Lucrezia (Dunghi) Galli. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Army during WWII. He was a memorial draftsman for Buttura and Sons Granite Co. He was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a brother, Mario Galli; a niece, a nephew and several cousins.

Hebert, Robert H., 77, of Williamstown, died May 26. Born in 1922 in Williamstown, he was the son of Henry and Lora (Wilfore) Hebert. He attended schools in Williamstown and was a graduate of Williamstown High School. He served with the Army Air Force during WWII. In 1950, he married Lucienne Charron. He worked in several garages as an auto mechanic both in Williamstown and Barre, retiring from Blake & Lose in East Montpelier. He was a member of St. Edward's Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Gary and Gregory; two grandchildren; one brother; five sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Russell, Richard, Jr., 69, of Barre, died June 2. Born in 1930 in Lynn, Mass., he was the son of Richard and Ray (Willey) Russell Sr. He attended schools in Lynn, Mass. In 1956, he married Pauline Taplin, they divorced in 1985. He was a highway technician for the Vermont State Highway Department. Survivors include his stepmother, Josephine Russell; two sons, Richard and Bruce; two daughters, Roberta Jackson and Bonnielynn Breer; a sister; eight grandchildren.

Lamb, Eloise M., 81, formerly of Graniteville, died May 31. She was born in 1917 in Graniteville. She graduated from Spaulding High School and the University of Vermont with a degree in commerce and economics. In 1942, she married John Lamb. She worked for Travelers Insurance Co. in Hartford, Conn. and later as a secretary at Davis, Martin and Free law firm in Barre and a civil clerk at Barre District Court. She retired in 1983. Survivors include three daughters, Margaret Covey, Mary Crowe and Claire Carpenter; five grandchildren.

Weiner, Myron of Moretown, died June 3. He was a professor of political science at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Survivors include his wife, Sheila (Leiman) Weiner; a daughter, Beth Datskovsky; a son, Saul Weiner; five grandchildren.

Parker, John A., Sr., 79, of Chelsea, died May 29. Born in 1919 in Fairhaven, Mass., he attended Fairhaven High School. He served in the Navy during WWII. He was an automotive mechanic in Fairhaven and New Bedford, Mass., and owned and operated Jerry's Garage in Brockton, Mass. He moved to Chelsea in 1973 and worked for L.W. Greenwood in East Randolph. He worked for Vermont Technical College in Randolph from 1975 until he retired in 1985. In 1950, he married Rita Pokraka. Survivors include his wife; a son, John Jr.; a brother; a sister; three grandsons; two great-grandchildren.

Taplin, Lyndol A., 67, formerly of Barre, died May 12. He was the son of Alonzo and Catherine (MacAllen) Taplin. He graduated from Spaulding High School and Vermont College in Montpelier. He moved to Charlton, N.Y. in 1962 and began a 40-year banking career at the Schenectady Trust, at the Mohawk National Bank in Charlton and for the Bank of New York, retiring in 1995. He was a veteran of the Army and a member of the Burnt Hills United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, June Taplin; four daughters, Marilyn Howley, Kathryn Garrow, Evelyn Brothers and Carolyn Burns; a son, David Taplin; 14 grandchildren.

Bowen, Helen T., 89, of Randolph, died June 1. She was born in 1910 in Randolph and graduated from Randolph High School. In 1935, she married Wilbert Bowen, who died in 1983. She was a secretary at Allen's Garage, the L.W. Webster Co., Randolph Furniture Co., Valley Motor Sales in Bethel and Ethan Allen Furniture Co. She was a member of East Braintree Church. Survivors include a son, Richard; a daughter, Bonnie Bartlett; a sister; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

McCormick, Donna C., 48, of West Berlin, died June 1. She graduated from Littleton (N.H.) High School and in 1990, married Donald McCormick Jr. She was a clerk and assistant supervisor for the State of Vermont Tax Department and a member of the First Baptist Church of Barre. Survivors include her husband; a son, Rodney; two step-children, Joshua McCormick and Heather McCormick; four brothers.

Savoia, Idelmo, 85, of Barre, died May 31. Born in 1913 in Barre, he attended Spaulding High School. In 1936, he married Esther Tomat. He owned and operated Comolli and Savoia Italian Grocery Store in Barre with his step-brother, Edmund Comolli. He had served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Alice S. Collins; a son, Alfred Savoia; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

Fitzgerald, Louise, 67, formerly of Williamstown, died June 3. Born rn in 1931 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Sanford and Mary (MacKinnon) Stephenson. She graduated from Williamstown High School and the University of Vermont. In 1954, she married John Fitzgerald. They moved to California where she taught at several schools and colleges, retiring in 1986. Survivors include her husband; one brother, Irvin Stephenson; two sisters, Irene Hayes and Sally Elminger; several nieces and nephews.

Bugbee, Elsie G., 99, of Montpelier, died June 1. Born in 1900 in Deering, N.H., she graduated from Milford (N.H.) High School and from the Heaton School of Nursing in Montpelier with a degree in licensed practical nursing. In 1921, she married Harold Bugbee, who died in 1950. She was a licensed practical nurse at Heaton Hospital and a nurse for Dr. George MacIntyre, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include a son, William; four daughters, Virginia Benoit, June Morrisson, Geraldine Mitchell and Eleanor Pulsifier; a sister; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

Haggett, Roy, 54, formerly of East Montpelier, died May 27. He was born in 1944 in East Montpelier. He was a self-employed welder and a licensed airframe and power plant mechanic. He served in the Air Force. Survivors include his wife, Harriet Haggett; two sons, Shannon and Jason; three brothers; two sisters; a grandchild.

Leno, Marion M., 80, of Calais, died May 30. Born in 1919 in Woodbury, she married Philip Leno in 1946. She was a pastry cook at the Montpelier Tavern in Montpelier and at the Stowe Flake Inn in Stowe. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Phylis O'Brien; three sons, Sterry, Philip and William; a sister; four brothers; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Goulet, Rose M., 90, of Barre City, died May 30. Born in 1909 in St. Zacharie de Beauce, Quebec, she was the daughter of Alfred and Olivine (Guay) Ruel. She attended schools in St. Isidore, d'Auckland, Quebec. She came to Vermont in 1931 and was employed by an attorney in Montpelier, to help with domestic chores and raising their children. She married Romeo Goulet in 1933, who died in 1964. They had purchased the Twin Elms Motor Court, which she managed for 22 years. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include four children, Doris Fournier, Philip Goulet, Gloria Goulet and Anita (Gallas) Manco; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. 

Corbett, John T., 77, of Williamstown, died June 12. Born in 1922 in Northfield, he was the son of James and Helen (Freschette) Corbett. He attended schools in East Montpelier and Barre. He served in the Army during WWII. In 1945, he married Edith Martel. He had worked on the railroad and later at Jones Brothers Granite, retiring in 1981. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Thomas and Patrick; four grandchildren; two sisters.

Agens, Catherine, 90, of East Montpelier, died June 12. Born in 1908 in Schenectady, N.Y., she attended Schenectady schools. In 1934, she married Maynard Agens, who died in 1994. She was a member of the Twinfield Senior Citizens Group. Survivors include two daughters, Nancy Bisson and Lynne Rodgers; two sisters; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

Hight, Delmar D., Jr., 63, formerly of West Topsham, died June 10. Born in 1935 in West Topsham, he attended Spaulding High School. In 1968, he married Donna Rogue. He had been a salesman for J&S Hydraulics, retiring due to ill health. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Leslie Hight; a sister; his foster mother.

Malvern, Robert B., 84, of Barre, died June 9. Born in 1915 in Barre, he graduated from Spaulding High School, from Middlebury College and from Breadloaf Summer School of Writing and Languages. He was a former professor of Greek and Hebrew at Nashota House Seminary, a contributing writer to several Episcopal Church publications and preached at Christ Episcopal Church. He was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Montpelier. There are no known survivors.

Redmond, Linda D., 50, of Calais, died June 12. Born in 1948 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Sidney and Lucy Dewey. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a BA in elementary education, a masters in speech language pathology and a certificate of advanced study in administration and planning. In 1973, she married James Redmond. She served as the speech language pathologist in Orange, Washington and Barre Town. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Jamie Lynn Redmond and Katie Jo Redmond; her mother; two sisters; a brother.

Murphy, Alice L., 93, of Barre, died June 15. Born in 1906 in Graniteville, she attended Holy Ghost School in Graniteville. In 1931, she married James P. Murphy. She was a clerk at F.D. Ladd Grocery Store in Barre and a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Patricia Bessette, Janet Dion and Michele LaPerle; one son, Richard LaPoint; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

McLeod, Harrison L., 75, of Barre, died June 14. Born in 1924 in Barre, he was the son of Lowell and Dora McLeod. He graduated from Spaulding High School and in 1949, married Myrtle Boyd. He was the owner of Lowell McLeod Inc., retiring in 1987. He served in the Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion during WWII. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Steven and Ernest; one daughter, Kristy McLeod; a sister; four grandchildren.

McMillan, Ruby I., 80, formerly of Northfield, died June 11. Born in 1918 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Harry and Mildred (Pecore) Willey. She attended Northfield schools. She married Ernest O. McMillan, who died in 1968. She was a homemaker. Survivors include six sons, Wendell, John, Francis, Robert, Stephen and Patrick; three daughters, Patricia Lucca, Debra Deyo and Cecile Smail; a brother; five sisters; 32 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Green, Darthea W., 83, of So. Royalton, died June 15. Born in 1915 in Woodstock, she attended Vermont Academy in Saxtons River, Troy Conference Academy in Poultney and the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, N.Y. In 1936, she married Gordon Green. She was an inspector at Bridgewater Woolen in Bridgewater. She and her husband raised and trained Belgian sheepdogs. She was a member of Beth-El Christian Fellowship Church in So. Royalton. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Carolyn Robinson, Susanne Sherlock and Judith Sorrentino; a brother; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.

Arguin, Ethan S., infant son of John and Cristie Arguin, died June 9. Survivors include his parents; paternal grandparents, Amedee and Loisette Arguin; paternal great-grandmother Lucia Arguin; maternal grandparents, Maxwell and Joan Fadden.

Pierce, Beverlee Amet, 73, of Barre, died June 15. Born in 1925 in Barre City, she was the daughter of Joseph and Mildred (Covey) Amet. She was a graduate of Spaulding High School. She retired from the Policy Loan Department of the National Life Insurance Company in Montpelier. In 1946, she married Hazen Pierce, who died in 1968. Survivors include two sons, Michael and Gregory; two grandchildren; one great-grandson.

Goldstone, G. Audrey, 77, of Northfield, died June 13. Born in 1921 in London, England, she graduated from Woodbury College in Montpelier. She was an accountant for Simmons Precision Company in Vergennes. She had served in the British Royal Navy. Survivors include a sister, Aileen Blakely; a niece, Susan DeForge; a nephew, Michael Calhoun; a great-niece and great-nephew.

Merwin, Alice, 89, formerly of East Barre, died June 15. Born in 1910 in East Barre, she was the daughter of John T. and Mary Day Salter. She graduated from Spaulding High School and from Buffalo City Hospital School of Nursing. In 1937, she married Mark Merwin, who died in 1973. The couple owned and operated the Chanticleer Diner in Jamestown, N.Y. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Jamestown. Survivors include two daughters, Sandra Merwin and Marsha Merwin.

Root, Jane H., 79, of Falmouth, Maine, died June 15. She was born in 1920 in Detroit, Mich. She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in sociology and later became certified as a school psychologist and earned a doctorate in reading education from Syracuse University. In 1975, she began teaching in the reading education department at Johnson State College, retiring in 1984. Survivors include her husband, Gus Root; six children, Eric Root, Jude Carroll, Heidi Root, Gary Root, Karen Grimm and Daniel Root; 15 grandchildren; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Comi, Ines Ruvera, 94, of Barre City, died June 11. Born in 1904 in Bisuschio, Italy, she was the daughter of Maria (Lamperti) and Attilio Ruvera. She attended Montpelier public schools and in 1927, married Alfred J. Comi. She worked as a bookkeeper for Bere & Jones. She was a member of St. Monica Paris. Survivors include her sister, Rita Bell; one niece; three nephews.

Guazzoni, Nerio, 86, of Montpelier, died June 16. Born in 1913, he was the son of Adolfo and Emilia Guazzoni. He attended Barre schools. In 1942, he married Anna Laura Thomas, who died in February of this year. He was a sandblaster in the granite industry working for Comolli and Son Granite Co. and for Houle-Giudici Granite Co., both in Barre. He served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include two daughters, Mildred Bignell and Angelina Newell; three sons, Kenneth, Robert and Thomas; a sister; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren.

Shedaker, Dorothy F., 91, of Barre Town, died June 14. Born in 1907 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Albert and Selena Miller. She graduated from Glassboro Normal School in New Jersey. In 1935, she married Israel B. Shedaker Jr. She was a school teacher in New Jersey, retiring in 1967. Survivors include her husband; a son, Budd; two grandsons. 

Zanleoni, Charles, III, 51, of Barre Town, died June 19. Born in 1947, he was the son of Charles and Caesarina Zanleoni. He attended Marian High School in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School and from Norwich University with a bachelor's degree in commerce and economics. In 1971, he married Cheryl Wilmott. He had been an insurance agent for Prudential since 1980. He was also a stockbroker for Moseley Brokerage, First Albany Corp. and later with A.G. Edwards Co. in Barre. He had served with the Army and was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Kristin Zanleoni and Karen Zanleoni; a son, Jay; his mother; one sister.

Farrell, Doris E., 70, of East Barre, died June 25. She was born in 1928 in Alburg, where she attended schools. She worked for the family of Leonel and Germaine Benoit until 1983, when she made her home with Norbert and Marie LaPrade in East Barre. Survivors include her extended family, the LaPrades and Richard and Suzanne Bartlett.

Martin, Maurice (Moe) P., 57, of East Montpelier, died June 22. Born in 1941 in Montpelier, he was the so of Philip and Sally (Lissor) Martin. He attended East Calais Elementary School and Montpelier High School. In 1961, he married Annette Rock. He worked in the construction field, most recently for DuBois Construction. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Kimberly Hull and Karen Martin; twin grandsons; his parents; three brothers; one sister.

Perkins, Victor R., 76, of Bethel, died June 23. Born in 1922 in Bethel, he graduated from Randolph High School. He had worked at the Bethel Post Office for 27 years, the last eight as postmaster. He also worked at Salisbury Furniture Co., L.W. Webster Co., operated a dairy farm in Bethel, was a beekeeper, maple sugar maker and a truck gardener. He served in the Air Force during WWII. Survivors include a sister, Virginia Perkins.

Jordan, Eula B., 82, of Randolph, died June 20. Born in 1916 in Newton, Mass., she was educated in Newton and attended the Fisher Business College. In 1942, she married Robert Jordan. She was an executive secretary at the Raytheon Co. in Waltham, Mass. Survivors include a daughter, Louise Grant; a stepson, Dave Jordan; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a step-grandson.

Luster, Eleanor A., 65, of Barre, died June 22. Born in 1922 in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of Kenneth and Margaret (McKay) Siddons. She attended schools in the Boston area and in 1957, married Lawrence Luster. She was a nurse's aide. Survivors include three daughters, Peggylee Kersey, Lauren Rice and Sandra Luster; three sons, Kenneth, Robert and David; a sister; 18 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

Davis, Evelyn May, 93, of Morrisville, died June 24. She was born in 1906 in Johnson. Her husband, Gaylon Davis, died in 1975. She had worked at Johnson Woolen Mills and for the Vermont Department of Parks at Mount Philo. She was a member of the United Church of Johnson. Survivors include four sons, Arthur, Warren, Gordon and Wilmer; 11 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren.

Rollins, Edith M., 90, formerly of Barre, died June 18. Born in Barre, she spent most of her life in the Scotia, N.Y. area. She was married to Neil Rollins, who died in 1974. She was the owner/operator of Realty Services in Scotia, retiring in 1974. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Coons; a son, Edwin; a sister; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

McDonnell, Edward J., 79, formerly of Randolph, died June 18. Born in 1920 in Glens Falls, N.Y., he was the son of James and Nina (Gelson) McDonnell. He graduated from Whitcomb High School in Bethel and attended Indiana State College. In 1949, he married Florence Luce. He had worked at Fritzel Toy Co. in Randolph, G.W. Plastics in Bethel and was a logger for Eagle Square of Stockbridge. He also worked at Killington Ski Area, retiring in 1981. He had served in the Army. He served as selectman, fire warden and interim town manager in Sherburne and a fireman in Sherburne and Randolph. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Dale, Terry and Chris; six grandchildren.

Bellavance, Alphonse Joseph, 76, of Hardwick, died June 17. Born in 1922 in East Hardwick, he worked in the family business, A. Bellavance and Sons. In 1946, he married Jennie Hogaboom. Survivors include his wife; fours sons, Robert, Ronald, Dennis and Raymond; four brothers; four sisters; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.

Holway, James M., 73, formerly of Waterbury, died June 21. Born in 1926 in Willimantic, Conn., he was the son of Philip and Corrinna (Somerville) Holway. He graduated from Waterbury High School and from the University of Vermont. He later earned degrees in engineering and management from Dartmouth College and Johns Hopkins University. He worked for 36 years for Westinghouse Electric Corp., retiring in 1985. He retired from the Navy Research Reserve as commander. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Harriette (Dean) Holway; one daughter, Karen Holway; one son, James; one grandson.

Swenson, Kurt E., 54, of Moretown, died June 23. Born in 1945 in Newark, N.J., he was the son of Folke and Evy (Johnson) Swenson. He graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne, Pa., and attended Fairleigh Dickenson University. In 1965, he married Susan Smalley. They moved to Moretown 11 years ago from Green Township, N.J., where he was president and co-owner of J&S Tool Co. Inc. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Dawn Swenson; two sons, Kurt and Christopher; a sister.

Arnold, Raymond E., 84, of Morrisville, died June 25. Born in 1915 in Hardwick, he married Grace (Driscoll) Arnold, who died in 1995. He was a self-employed welder, worked with the Soil Conservation Service and developed the Arnold-type gate valve. Survivors include three sons, Charles, Brendon and Carl; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Carver, Dr. Walter, 73, of Greensboro, died June 18. Born in 1925 in Boston, he graduated from Dartmouth College and Boston Medical School. In 1980, he married Sheila Walker. He was an orthopedic surgeon and a retired admiral from the U.S. Naval Reserve. He was a member of the Greensboro United Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife; five children and eight grandchildren.

Donahue, Doris V., 88, of Berlin, died recently. Born in 1911 in Woodstock, she was the daughter of Daniel James and Grace (Bohonon) Donahue. She attended schools in Pomfret. She worked as a waitress at West Lebanon, N.H. and later for in the Woolen Mill in Hartford. She was had lived in Berlin the past five years. Survivors include two sisters, Iris Stewart and Regis Godin.

Boucher, Ida Virginia, 91, of Barre City, died June 27. Born in 1908 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Frank and Theresa (Malnati) Mara. She attended Barre schools. In 1929, she married Henry Boucher, who died in 1989. She worked at Milady Shop and was a member of St. Monica's Parish. Survivors include two daughters, Dolores Martineau and Patricia (Mrs. Raymond) Ross; three grandsons; one great-grandson; one great-granddaughter; two nieces; cousins.

Marks, James G., 62, of East Randolph, died June 27. Born in 1937 in Barksdale, Ill., he was the son of Henry and Eddie (Flores) Marks. He graduated from high school in Oklahoma. In 1963, he married Marie Frederico. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife; a son, James; a half-brother, Richard; a grandson.

Swenson, Kurt F., 54, of Moretown, died June 23. Born in 1945 in Newark, N.J., he was the son of Folke and Evy (Johnson) Swenson. He graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy and attended Fairleigh Dickenson University. In 1965, he married Susan Smalley. They moved to Moretown 11 years ago from Green Township, N.J., where he had been president and co-owner of J&S Tool Co. Inc. Survivors include his wife; his father; a daughter, Dawn Swenson; two sons, Kurt and Christopher; a sister.

Braman, Melvin T., 81, of Morrisville, died June 27. Born in 1918 in Washington, he was the son of Frank and Susan (Perkins) Braman. He retired from employment with IBM after 25 years of service. His wife, Marguerite Braman, died in 1992. Survivors include a son, Edward; two grandsons; five brothers; two sisters.

Williams, Richard C., 66, of Waterbury, died June 28. Born in 1933, he was the son of Theodore and Hazel (Ring) Williams. He graduated from the former Waterbury High School and attended the University of Vermont. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. He had worked for Wheeler Chevrolet in Waterbury and later was employed as a bookkeeper for several Barre area granite sheds and a variety of businesses in the Burlington and Swanton areas. Most recently, he worked at Fletcher Allen Health Care, from which he retired. He was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church. Survivors include one sister, Theresa McLeod; two aunts, Mabel Farnsworth and Gladys Lafayette; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Kelly, Ellen B., 89, of Berlin, died June 27. Born in 1910 in Evanston, Ill, she was the daughter of George Thomas Kelly and Margaret (Burnham) Kelly Stower. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College and worked toward a master's degree in economics at Columbia University. She was a founding member of the Madison (Conn.) Homemakers and was also a member of the Bennington Friends Meeting of Vermont (Quakers). Survivors include a son, George Thomas.

Scott, Gordon B., 96, of Hardwick, died June 30. Born in 1902 in Wolcott, he was the son of Charles and Clytie (Bridges) Scott. He attended Hardwick Academy and the Worcester Massachusetts Technical School, where he studied to be an electrician. In 1934, he married Margaret Blackhall, who died in 1966. In 1970, he married Eleanor Mason Smith, who died in 1987. He had been employed by the Hardwick Electric Department for 29 years and was a self-employed electrician, retiring in 1982. He was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick and the Albany United Methodist Church. Survivors include two step-daughters, Earline Atkins and Helen Hayford; two stepsons, Leslie Smith and Wendell Smith; 11 step-grandchildren.

Huoppi, Paul O., 79, of South Woodbury, died June 28. He was born in 1920 in Fitchburg, Mass. In 1948, he married Jean Pierce. He was a firefighter for the Lexington (Mass.) Fire Department, retiring in 1975. He had served in the Army National Guard during WWII. Survivors include his wife; four sons, Dana, Karl, David and Eric; two daughters, Ellen and Donna; a sister; a brother; 11 grandchildren.

Farnsworth, Edna "Lizzie", 87, of Waterbury, died June 29. Born in 1911 in North Fayston, she was the daughter of Willie and Josephine (Wheeler) Nelson. She attended Fayston schools. In 1929, she married Merlin Farnsworth, who died in 1993. She was a homemaker and helped her husband on the family farm and in later years, she took care of children. Survivors include five daughters, Elizabeth LaRock, Merlene McLaughlin, Margaret Taylor, Janet Dolloff and Ruth Morlock; four sons, Eugene, Raymond, Roger and Merrill; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; a brother; a sister.

Koering, Marion, 92, of Northfield, died June 26. Born in 1909 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Alfred and Mary (Blow) Dupree. She graduated from Northfield High School. In 1958, she married Benjamin Koering, who died in 1979. She worked for Nantana Mills, Northfield News and the Edgemore Nursing Home in Santee, Calif. Survivors include a son, Franklin Partlow; a stepson, Richard Koering; a daughter, Anna Morris; 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren.

Hanson, Rosina Allen, 90, of Northfield Falls, died June 26. Born in 1909 in Royalton, she was the daughter of Fred Edgar Allen and Laura Eliza Paige Allen. She held college degrees from the University of Vermont and the Simmons College School of Social Work. In 1942, she married Howard Newton Hanson. They moved to Northfield Falls in 1950, where she worked as a secretary at the Mayo Hospital. She and her husband started a business making Green Mountain dolls. Survivors include her daughter, Joanne Hanson Hicken; one sister; one sister-in-law; one nephew; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

Crawford, Arnold, 77, of South Royalton, died June 26. Born in 1922 in Swanton, he graduated from South Royalton High School. In 1946, he married Helen Farnham. He worked for the Public Service Company of New Hampshire, the John Alexander Co. and the Herb Crawford Autoland, both in South Royalton. He and his wife owned and operated Freck's Store, retiring in 1985. He had served in the Air Force during WWII and was a state legislator from 1973 -77. He was a member of the United Church of South Royalton and a past member of the South Royalton Fire Department. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jonnie Cattani; a son, Robert; two brothers; one sister; four grandchildren.

Arey, Velma T., 74, formerly of Barre, died June 28. Born in 1925 in Barre, she was the daughter of Orill and Theresa (Maloney) Arey. She graduated from Spaulding High School and the Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital in New London, Conn., and resided in Gales Ferry, Conn. Survivors include a sister, Elizabeth A. Rogers. 

Gillander, Mae E., 80, of Montpelier, died July 4. Born in 1918 in Grasberg, Sweden, she later came to Barre. She graduated from Spaulding High School and in 1941, married Wallace Gillander. She was employed by American Fidelity Insurance Co. in Montpelier. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, George; two daughters, Karen Gordon and Sandra Lunde; a sister; five granddaughters; two great-granddaughters; longtime friend, Gordon Wing.

Bacon, Ann R., 37, of Barre City, died July 6. Born in 1961 in Barre City, she was the daughter of Lawrence and Elisabeth (Ramon) Bacon. She attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She had worked in the office of Ben & Jerry's in Waterbury. She married Steve Burrington, they were divorced. She was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) in Barre. Survivors include her mother; two sisters, Felicia Martineau and Susan Walker; two nieces; two nephews; one aunt; cousins; and longtime companion, George Kidder.

Couillard, Jim, 42, of East Calais, died July 3. Born in 1956 in South Burlington, he was the son of Raymond and Theresa (Barron) Couillard. He married Martha Dion in 1977. He owned and operated Couillard's Body Shop in South Burlington and was also employed by General Dynamics. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Jeremy and Jesse; two brothers; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Oehlberg, Emily, 82, of Montpelier, died July 7. Born in 1916 in Chicago, Ill, she was the daughter of Christian and Dorothea Oehlberg. She graduated from Carl Schurz High School in Chicago and worked for March and McLennon Insurance Co. in Chicago. She moved to Montpelier in 1994. Survivors include a sister, Dorothy Youngman; five nieces, Marilyn Johnson, Carol Rader, Diane Carlson, Georgianne Oehlberg and Susan Attig; two nephews, James Oelhberg and Robert Youngman.

Smith, Shaun M., 18, of North Montpelier, died July 1. Born in 1981 in Orlando, Fla., he was the son of James and Susan (Corbin) Smith. He attended Heart School in Barre. He enjoyed animals, Star Trek and riding his mountain bike. Survivors include his parents; his grandmother, Adeline Smith; uncles, aunts, cousins.

McKay, Geraldine, 79, of Barre, died July 4. Born in Salem, N.H., she was the daughter of Jerimiah and Alida (Mayotte) Cloutier. She graduated from St. John's High School and had lived in New Hampshire where she worked for the state of New Hampshire. Survivors include a daughter, Sandra Lyons; a sister; a brother; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Calandrella, Helen, 49, formerly of Northfield, died June 30. Born in 1967 in Northfield, she graduated from Northfield High School and from Castleton State College. She worked for the telephone company in Barre, Burlington and Rutland. In 1981, she moved to Connecticut, where she worked for Southern New England Telephone Company, retiring in 1993. Survivors include her husband, John Calandrella; a son, Craig Ouellette; her mother, Glenora Rogers; a sister; a brother; four nephews; one niece; several aunts.

Vanetti, Henry R., II, 57, of Barre City, died July 4. Born in 1941 in Barre City, he was the son of Aldo and Anita (Vila) Vanetti. He graduated from Spaulding High School and from the University of Vermont with a BA in Political Science. He was also commissioned a 2nd lieutenant of infantry in the Army ROTC program. He graduated from law school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He served in Vietnam and in 1971, became a member of the Bar of the State of Vermont. He had been Washington County probate judge and had been a practicing attorney in the Barre-Montpelier area. He was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include his mother; one sister, Cynthia Vanetti; cousins.

Darling, Lawrence, 92, formerly of Chelsea, died July 2. Born in 1907 in Chelsea, he was the son of Hale and Maybelle (Hyde) Darling. He served in the Navy during WWII, retiring in 1959. Survivors include a son, Hale; a daughter, Cintra Lyford; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren.

Worden, Rodney C., Sr., 66, of Waterbury, died July 9. Born in 1933 in Waterloo, Que., he was the son of Clarence and Helen (Sargent) Worden. He attended schools in Waterloo and became a master autobody technician, working in his family's business, Worden's Auto in Foster, Que. In 1955, he married Ona Bostwick, who died in 1992. He had lived in Conn. and moved to Waterbury in 1969. He opened Rod's Autobody, retiring in 1995. Survivors include one daughter, Candice Russell; two sons, Chucky and Rodney Jr.; one brother; one sister; three grandsons; three granddaughters; a great-grandson; several nieces and nephews.

DeCoste, Nancy E., 65, of So. Royalton, died July 8. Born in 1933 in Randolph, she was the daughter of Daniel Anthony and Inez (Winchell) DeCoste. She graduated from South Royalton High School. She had been a secretary at Tarbell and Whitman Insurance Agency in So. Royalton for 24 years and was a receptionist at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in White River Jct., retiring in 1997. She served in the Air Force and was a member of the St. Matthew's Catholic Church in So. Royalton. Survivors include her daughter, Connie Bestenbostel; a brother; two sisters; her special friend, Betty Wood; two grandchildren.

Fairbanks, Doris W., 70, of East Montpelier, died July 5. Born in 1929 in West New York, N.J., she was the daughter of John Henry and Marie (Neu) Willms. She graduated from Ridgefield (N.J.) High School. She was first employed as a secretary at the Chase Manhattan Bank in N.Y. City and later at Wright Aeronautical Corp. in N.J. She had also worked as a teller at former People's National Bank in Barre and was secretary in the office of the Barre Congregational Church. In 1951, she married Howard Fairbanks. They made they home in Barre and more recently in East Montpelier. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Jill Tremblay and Gail Fairbanks; four grandchildren; a sister-in-law; two nieces; one grand-niece.

Willard, Carl J., 67, of Montpelier, died July 2. Born in 1931 in Montpelier, he was the son of Edward and Clara (Bolio) Willard. He attended the Montpelier City Schools. He took care of the homes of several Montpelier residents and worked as organist at St. Augustine Church and housekeeper and cook for St. Augustine Rectory. Survivors include two brothers, Gordon and Ernest; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Alexander, Charlotte L., 69, of Tunbridge, died July 7. Born in 1929 in White River Jct., she married Milo Alexander in 1962. He died in 1982. She worked for several years at the Hotel Coolidge in White River Jct. Survivors include a daughter, Marion Alexander; a brother, Harold E. Perry Jr.; several nieces and nephews.

Orr, Olga E., 93, of Montpelier, died July 13. Born in North Dakota in 1905, she was the daughter of Gottfried and Augusta Disterheft. They were German immigrants. She graduated from Milbank, N. D. High School and the family moved to Los Angeles. In 1924, she married William Orr. She was a secretary with the Los Angeles County Health Department, retiring in 1972. She attended the Williamstown Lutheran Church. Survivors include her son, Bill and wife Catherine; two sisters, Victoria Sturgis and Louise Thompson; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

MacAskill, Donald R., 82, of Williamstown, died July 14. Born in 1917 in Graniteville, he was the son of Donald and Stella (Morrison) MacAskill. He attended schools in Graniteville, South Barre and Williamstown and graduated from Williamstown High School. He served with the Army Signal Corps during WWII. In 1945, he married Janice M. Briggs. He owned and operated a farm in Chelsea, worked at the Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant in Barre and was manager at Belmain's Store in So. Royalton. He worked at Lacillade Lumber Company and was town clerk and treasurer of Williamstown. He later worked for the Vermont Department of Agriculture, retiring in 1980. He was a former member of the Presbyterian Church of Graniteville and the Methodist Church of Chelsea. He was a member of the United Federated Church (Methodist) in Williamstown. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Lee and Norman; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers; nieces and nephews.

Emerson, Ralph C., 56, of Topsham, died July 9. Born in 1942 in Groton, N.H., he was the son of Paul and Beatrice (Darling) Emerson. He was employed as a mechanic at Lords & Sons in Barre, Morrill Construction and Gary's Fuels, both of North Haverhill and most recently at Johnson Lumber Company in Bradford. Survivors include his wife, Martha (Hodge) Emerson; four sons, Michael, Mark, Melvin and Martin; five grandchildren; his mother; four brothers; two sisters; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Havey, Dorothy B., 90, of Waterbury, died July 10. Born in 1908 in Randolph, she was the daughter of George and Glenna (Cushman) Bruce. She graduated from Randolph High School and married Myron Havey, who predeceased her. She worked at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1978. She was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors include two grandsons, Dennis Havey and Robert Havey; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; a sister; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Slafter, John H., 50, of Northfield, died July 11. Born in 1949, he was the son of Hubert and Louise (Hethrington) Slafter. He graduated from Northfield High School and later attended Champlain College. He worked at the Norwich University Library and later at Cabot Hosiery Mills in Northfield. He also worked at Northfield Savings bank and in the Northfield municipal offices. Survivors include his mother and a cousin.

Rouleau, Theresa A., 63, of Williamstown, died July 11. Born in 1935 in Barre, she was the daughter of Joseph and Eliza (LaValley) Noury. She attended Barre city schools. In 1954, she married Roger Rouleau, who died in 1979. She was employed at Malden Mills. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two sons, Roger Jr. and Russell; four daughters, Debbie Rouleau, Michele Lynch, Diana McWain and Tricia Rouleau; three sisters; 10 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter.

Martin, Earl F., III, 40, formerly of Montpelier, died July 13. Born in 1959 in Montpelier, he was the son of Earl and Arthalee (Lumbra) Martin Jr. He graduated from the Austine School for the Deaf in Brattleboro and from Claremont (N.H.) Technical School. He had been employed at IBM in Essex Junction. He was a member of the Community Bible Church of South Burlington. Survivors include his mother; his father; a brother, Ronald.

Peterson, Viola Cooley, 93, formerly of Montpelier, died July 13. Born in 1906 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Frank and Gertrude Cutler Cooley. She graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1931, she married Burton Peterson, who died in 1974. She was employed by the Montpelier Public Schools and later became a real estate broker. She was a member of the Montpelier Unitarian Church. Survivors include two daughters, Ruth Ann Fitzgerald and Nancy Allen; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Earle, Janet Helen, 67, of Montpelier, died July 12. Born in 1931 in Moretown, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Hilda (Newton) Earle. She graduated from Spaulding High School. She retired from National Life Insurance Co. in 1991. Survivors include her mother; an uncle, Grant Newton; cousins.

Drew, Sarah Westcott, 86, formerly of Vershire, died July 15. Born in 1912 in Irvington, N.Y., she was the daughter of William Read and Sophia Lord (Burnham) Westcott. She attended Buckingham School and graduated from Smith College. In 1935, she married Benjamin Drew. They lived in Westford, Mass., where she worked as a librarian in the Boston school system. They retired to Vershire in 1973, where she raised apples and Morgan horses. Survivors include two sons, Ben Jr. and G. Westcott; three daughters, Sarah Reeves, Leslie Sullivan and Holly Drew; eight grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Gilbert, Lewis, 83, formerly of Hardwick, died July 16. Born in 1915 in Johnson, he was the son of Dana and Nellie (Shahan) Gilbert. He was married to Mamie Gilbert, who died in 1995. He was a self-employed barber at Camp Pendleton, the Marine Corps base in Calif. and also in Hardwick. He attended St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick. Survivors include a son, Charles; nieces and nephews.

Fisher, Leola "Lee" Kendall, 80, of Hardwick, died July 10. Born in 1918 in Ludlow, she was the daughter of Byron and Cora May Kendall. She graduated from Enosburg Falls High School and attended the Goddard Seminary School of Hair Styling. In 1942, she married Stanley Homer Fisher, who died in 1978. They moved to Hardwick in 1948 and in 1952, established Fisher's Folly Greenhouse and floral business. They operated the business for more than 24 years. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include one son, Byron; two daughters, Linda Lee and Susan Warner; four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; cousins.

Webster, Cornelius P., 62, of Barnard and formerly of Washington, died July 9. Born in 1936 in Washington, he was the son of Ernest and Florence (Pero) Webster. He attended Washington schools. In 1959, he married Leona Ward. He worked in the granite quarries and for his brother Roger Webster, before retiring due to ill health. He served in the Vermont National Guard, was active on the Randolph ambulance crew and was a member of the Barnard Fire Department and was constable for Barnard. Survivors include his wife; two sons, James and William; a daughter, Lindy Webster; two brothers; six sisters; two grandchildren.

Hopkins, Leota Cora, 79, of Berlin, died July 8. She was born in 1920 in Richford. She married Curtis Hopkins, who died in 1981. Survivors include two sons, Ralph Hopkins and Douglas Neveau; a brother; a sister; 19 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Bilodeau, Fernande L., 76, of Barre, died July 8. Born in 1923 in Peopolis, Quebec, she was the daughter of Thomas and Mary (Morin) Roy. She attended Graniteville schools. In 1950, she married Leo Bilodeau. She was a waitress and worked in nursing homes as a nurse's aide. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Kelley; two sons, Denis and Michael; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister.

Hodge, George, 86, of Topsham, died Aug. 19. Born in 1912 in Corinth, he was the son of Robert and Ada (McIndoe) Hodge. He received his education in Corinth and Topsham schools and graduated from Bradford Academy. In 1940, he married Gertrude Martha Darrow. He worked for more than 30 years at the Bowen-Hunter Bobbin Co. in East Corinth and then at Dixie Bobbin Co. in Barre, retiring in 1981. He was a member of the Topsham United Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, William and Paul; three daughters, Georgianna Spooner, Martha Emerson and Cynthia Gauthier; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one niece; one nephew; several grandnieces and grandnephews; cousins.

Martin, Wayne G., 74, of Williamstown, died Aug. 14. Born in 1924 in Barre, he was the son of Wayne and Mary (Farquhar) Martin. He graduated from Williamstown High School and served in the U.S. Maritime Service and the Army. He joined the Vermont Highway Department and became a Survey Party Chief and later with the Utilities Section and the Construction Section. In 1986, he was promoted to Utilities Engineer and served in that capacity until retiring in 1987. In 1957, he married Winifred Putney. He was a member of the Williamstown Methodist Church and the Williamstown United Federated Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Carol Martin; a son, Daniel; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; nieces, nephews, on uncle; one cousin.

Mitiguy, Mary D., 88, formerly of So. Royalton and more recently of Burlington, died Aug. 14. Born in 1911 in So. Royalton, she was the daughter of Dana and Mary (Palmer) Dearing. She graduated from So. Royalton High School. In 1931, she married Robert Mitiguy, who died in 1982. She was librarian at Royalton Memorial Library and was also a news correspondent for the White River Valley Herald. She was a member of the United Church of So. Royalton. Survivors include two sons, Roger and Gary; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

MacDonald, Rita, 90, of Barre, died Aug. 13. Born in 1909 in Websterville, she was the daughter of James and Marguerite (Eastman) Lawson. She attended Websterville schools and graduated from the former Goddard Seminary and from the former Barre City Hospital School of Nursing. In 1934, she married George MacDonald. She and her husband operated MacDonald's Service Station. Her husband died in 1986. She also managed their summer cottages at Harvey's Lake until 1997. Survivors include one daughter, Rita Jean Suyemoto; one son, James; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Everett, Gertrude M., 89, of Bethel, died Aug. 17. Born in 1909 in Hancock, she was the daughter of Wallace and Mable (Sprague) Fleming. She attended Hancock and Rochester schools. Her first husband, Robert Norton, predeceased her. In 1974, she married Merrick Everett, who died in 1994. Mrs. Everett was a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, Robert and Wallace; three daughters, Helen Wakefield, Mary Knapp and Anna Smith; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Paquet, William A., 80, of Barre Town, died Aug. 18. Born in Barre Town in 1918, he was the son of Alphonse and Emeda (Savoie) Paquet. He attended schools in Barre Town and served in the Marine Corps during WWII. He was employed by Wells & Lamson until his retirement. He then worked part-time at Trow & Holden. In 1940, he married Ruby Spredbury, who died in 1984. In 1985, he married Ada Buick, who died in 1992. He was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include one son, Pastor Robert Paquet; one daughter, Rhonda Paquet; two step-daughters, Gloria Duff and Genella Heath; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; five sisters; many nieces and nephews.

Mayo, Frederick A., 51, formerly of Barre and more recently of East Dummerston, died Aug. 16. Born in 1948 in Barre, he was the son of Frederick and Margaret (Hamel) Mayo. He graduated from Spaulding High School and received a bachelor's degree in history from Windham College in Putney. He was an employee of the Lyon Travel Agency in Brattleboro. Survivors include a sister, Marilyn Mayo and a cousin.

Hadley, Nate C., 24, of Chelsea, died Aug. 11. Born in 1974 in Seoul, S. Korea, he came to the United States in 1976, when he was adopted into the Hadley family. He attended school in Chelsea and graduated from Chelsea High School and from St. Paul Technical College with an electronics certificate. He was employed at Circuit City of Minneapolis, MN. Survivors include his parents, Lynda Hadley and Vaughn Hadley; step-parents Douglas Nakari and Jill McCue Hadley; three siblings, Jessica (Andrew) Hadley Woolford, Rebecca Hadley and Zachary Hadley; his maternal grandparents, William and Jean Palmer; many other relatives and friends.

Byrd, Thelma F., 89, of Barre, died Aug. 18. She was born in 1909 in Bedford, Ind. She was a home caregiver for many years in several cities throughout the country and had worked for the Salvation Army in Barre. Survivors include four daughters, Irene Bisson, Mary Bolman, Barbara Rigg and Rosalie Day; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

Skirry, Gary Clifford, 60, of Montpelier, died Aug. 12. Born in 1939 in Montpelier, he was the son of Eliza (Cassavaw) and Joseph Skirry. He attended Montpelier and Vergennes schools and Lyndon State and Keene State colleges. He had worked at the Basin Harbor Club and from there went to Maine to become a chef at Sprucewold Lodge. He purchased the Moorings Restaurant in Southwest Harbor, Maine and continued a career in the restaurant business until 1997. Survivors include one sister, Shirley Champine; nieces, nephews; two sisters-in-law; several great nieces and nephews; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Also surviving was his special friend, Ellie Ryan. 

Moore, Catherine J., 99, of Websterville, died Aug. 26. Born in 1900 in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of John and Flora (MacKinnon) MacDonald. She attended school in Cape Breton. In 1918, she moved to Boston and later moved to Websterville. She was first married to James Dan MacLellan, who died in 1946. She then married Andrew Moore, who died in 1966. She was a homemaker and a member of the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her daughter, Florence Payne; he son, John MacLellan; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren.

Watson, Pamela Jo, 50, formerly of Barre and more recently of N.C., died Aug. 21. Born in 1949 in Barre City, she was the daughter of Joseph and Betty (Watson) Holden. She attended Lincoln School and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1971, she married Lewis Watson. They had lived in Rutland, where she was employed at the Little People's School. She had lived in N.C. since 1998. Survivors include her husband; one son, John; one daughter Lori Watson; her father and stepmother, Joseph and Donna Holden; two brothers; uncles, aunts and cousins.

Taft, Agnes Irene, 95, of Waterbury, died Aug. 25. Born in 1903 in Waterbury, she was the daughter of Howard and Clare (Demeritt) Stevens. She graduated from Waterbury High School and from Montpelier Seminary. In 1950, she married Delbert Taft, who died in 1990. She taught school in the Waterbury area and retired after 20 years as a bookkeeper at Vermont State Hospital. She was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister, Marjorie Timbers; two brothers, Charles and Kenneth; two half-brothers, Bertrand Stevens and Clinton Stevens.

Royce, Alton L., 73, formerly of Randolph and more recently of Braintree, died Aug. 24. Born in 1926 in Randolph, he graduated from Randolph High School. In 1949, he married Nadene Dickinson. He was employed by Charles Hanley Mills, Catlin's Mill and Sprague's Dairy, retiring in the late 1970s. He served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Ardie Royce; a sister, Sally Davis; two granddaughters.

Brown, Marguerite M., 84, formerly of Barre and more recently of St. Albans, died Aug. 25. Born in 1915 in Barre, she was the daughter of John and Bessie (Gauthier) MacAulay. She graduated from Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing and practiced as a registered nurse in the State of Vermont. In 1940, she married Robert Holmes Brown, who died in 1990. She was a member of the Federated Church of Williamstown. Survivors include three children, Gale (Brown) Sumner; Melanie (Brown) McGovern and Dale Brown; one sister; six grandchildren;; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Lewis, Harriet K., 86, formerly of Greensboro, died Aug. 19. Born in 1913 in Greensboro, she retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Her husband, Harold Ewing Lewis, died in 1985. Survivors include two sons, Frederick and John; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Donald and Raymond.

McArthur, Elizabeth Allen, 85, of Berlin, died Aug. 22. Born in 1913 in Malone, N.Y., she was the daughter of William Allen and Bessie Skinner Allen. She attended school at Mt. Ida Junior College and Antioch College. She went to finishing school in Boston. In 1939, she married Francis Stephen McArthur Jr. She spent most of her life as an army officer's wife, traveling the world with her husband. She was a member of the Christ Episcopal Church in Montpelier. Survivors include her son, F. Stephen McArthur III; three grandchildren.

Bowman, Andrew K. (Gump), 73, of Middlesex, died recently. Born in 1925 in Montpelier, he was the son of Carroll and Flora (Beckley) Bowman. He attended Montpelier schools and Montpelier High School. He served in the Navy during WWII and Korea. In 1947, he married Eva Wilkins. He was retired from IBM and prior to IBM was employed by G.B. Roode Co. and Maunsell Co. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Pamela Bowman Irish; one son, Bruce; one brother; one sister; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Cahill, Pauline Inez Morey, 69, of Barre City, died Aug. 19. Born in 1930 in Claremont, N.H., she was the daughter of Arthur and Flossie (Dumont) Morey. The family moved to Chelsea, where she attended school. She worked at various local restaurants and Sprague Electric in Barre. In 1949, she married Francis Cahill, who died in 1976. Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Cahill-Noury, Janet Renaud and Joan Cahill; four sons, Francis Jr., Brian, Jerry and Michael; two sisters; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Peloquin, Sandra J., 58, of Barre City, died Aug. 20. Born in 1941 in South Barre, she was the daughter of Aldo and Alberta (Henry) Peduzzi. She attended schools in Barre and was a graduate of Spaulding High School. She was employed as a nurses aide at the Central Vermont Hospital and the Berlin Health & Rehab Center. In 1958, she married Irenee (Rene) Peloquin. Survivors include her husband; her mother; six daughters, Laurie Peloquin, Mary Gray, Joanne Bellavance, Kathy Peloquin, Carol Poulin and Roberta Covey; two brothers; 10 grandchildren.

Strickland, Alton, 82, of So. Randolph, died Aug. 23. Born in 1917, he was the son of George and Caroline (Dearing) Strickland. He graduated from Randolph High School. In 1946, he married Constance Forguites. He was a mill worker at Fyles and Rice Veneer Mill in Bethel, a nurses aide at Gifford Memorial Hospital and at Tranquility Nursing Home. He also worked at Green Mountain Stock Farm in Randolph and was town clerk for Randolph for two years. Survivors include his wife; a son, William; a brother; two grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Pena, John F., Jr., 74, of Washington, died Aug. 19. Born in 1925 in Boston, Mass., he was the son of John and Florence (Mederios) Pena Sr. He graduated from Brockton (Mass.) High School and served in the Navy during WWII. He attended Northeastern University and the University of Rhode Island. He had been employed by Avon Sole Company in Brockton, Mass. He and his companion, Annette Little, came to Washington in 1980; she died in 1996. Survivors include two daughters, Marcia Beals and Shirley Button; one son, Robert McGowan; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three brothers; two sisters; niece, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins.

Nelson, David E., 59, of Vershire, died Aug. 20. Born in Hanover, N.H., he was the son of Edwin and Etta Mae (Childs) Nelson. He helped his father on the dairy farm and sugar bush, mowed lawns and worked in the Village Cemetery. He was disabled and had lived at Tranquility Nursing Home in Randolph, the Brookside Nursing Home in Bradford and the Chelsea Home. Survivors include his mother; his father; two sisters, Elsie Burbank and Sylvia Palmer.

Miller, Edith D., 96, of Barre Town, died Aug. 21. Born in 1902 in Adamant, she was the daughter of Clarence and Mina (Witham) Martin. She attended Cabot schools and nurses training at Claremont Hospital in Claremont, N.H. In 1924, she married Harry Miller, who died in 1985. She was a homemaker and had worked in private care nursing and at nursing homes in East Barre and South Barre. She was a member of the Websterville Baptist Church. Survivors include three sons, Willard, Harry and Robert; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren.

LeMay, ReJane, 77, of Barre City, died Aug. 20. Born in 1922 in Coaticooke, Quebec, she was the daughter of Victor and Lucy (Lanctot) LaPerle. The family moved to East Montpelier, where she attended school. In 1942, she married Cyril LeMay, who died in 1963. They owned and operated the LeMay Motel until 1975. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include one sister, Pauline Johnson; one brother, Norman LaPerle; many nieces and nephews.

Twing, Bruce Vernon, 59, of Chelsea, died Aug. 19. Born in 1939 in New Haven, Conn., he was the son of Vernon and Williamina (Rogers) Twing. He was a self-employed martial arts instructor, teaching Tae Kwon Do. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Twing; a son, Shawn; an adopted son, Gordon White; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Healey, Daniel Peter, 88, of Worcester, died Aug. 21. He grew up in White River Jct., where he attended local schools and graduated from Hartford High School. He attended Braden Hall, Cornwall-on-the-Hudson Military Preparatory School and graduated from Norwich University. In 1941, he married Thelma Morgan Howieson. He served with the Army during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He was a certified professional civil engineer and was self-employed in the construction business in Montpelier and later was employed by the State of Vermont, retiring as an engineer for the Water Resource and Environmental Department. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Catherine Healey Provost and Elizabeth Healey Kilbride; three granddaughters; one grandson; four great-grandchildren; one sister. 

Ziter, Dorothy M., 69, formerly of Washington and more recently of Lyndonville, died Aug. 26. Born in 1930 in Washington, she was the daughter of Henry and Doris (Riley) McDonald. She graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1951, she married Herbert Ziter, they moved to Lyndonville in 1966. She was a member of the St. Elizabeth Parish. Survivors include her husband; a son, Herbert Jr.; two daughters, Sandra Burnham and Ann Anders; five grandchildren; two sisters.

Lilley, Freda Ainsworth, 76, formerly of So. Woodbury and more recently of North Pole, Alaska, died Aug. 25. Born in 1922 in Woodbury, she was the daughter of Arthur and Eva (Dana) Ainsworth. She attended Woodbury schools and graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1945, she married Harry D. Lilley Sr. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband; five sons, Harry Jr., Arthur, Kirk, Jon and Gary; two daughters, Cindy Huntsman and Kathy Schafer; a cousin, Ruth Hudon; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Gaudet, Katrina J., 31, formerly of Montpelier and more recently of Chester, N.H., died Aug. 24. Born in 1967 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Naomi Joslin. She graduated from Harwood Union High School and from the University of Vermont. She had been employed as a medical technologist for Path Labs in Bedford and Methuen, Mass. She was a member of the Chester Congregational/Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Jeffrey Gaudet; a daughter, Catherine; a son, Noah Jae; her mother; a sister.

Leno, Glenna M., 89, of Waitsfield, died Aug. 26. Born in 1909 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of John and Julia (Bettis) Martin. In 1930, she married Leighton E. Leno Sr. She graduated from the University of Vermont Normal School with a teaching certificate and taught in Warren and Waitsfield schools. She also taught in Mass. She graduated from North Adams State College in 1965 with a bachelor's degree. She retired in 1977. Survivors include a son, Leighton Jr.; a daughter, Beverly Stevens; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Lane, Catherine Daniels, 82, of East Montpelier, died Aug. 30. Born in 1917 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Harry and Iva (Burnham) Daniels. She graduated from Montpelier High School and was employed by the Vermont State Recreation Department during WWII. In 1970, she became vice president and director of Lane Manufacturing Company in Montpelier. Survivors include her husband, Dennis Lane; a brother, Ray F. Daniels.

Carpenter, Curtis W., 68, of Williamstown, died Aug. 28. Born in 1931 in Vershire, he was the son of Manley and Florence (Reed) Carpenter. In 1956, he married Margaret Cotter, who died in 1963. In 1967, he married Edna Chambers. He worked on several farms with his father, with L.B. Bowen of No. Tunbridge and on the construction of Interstate 89. He also worked at the Heal Factory in Wilder and at Jones Granite shed in Barre, becoming disabled in 1972. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife; a son, Eric; a daughter, Cora Benoir; two brothers; two sisters; two grandsons.

Osborne, Donald, 62, of Northfield, died Aug. 29. Born in 1937 in Berlin, he graduated from Northfield High School. In 1962, he married Shirley (Perra) Osborne. He served in the Air Force and worked for Richard Hedges Painting in Northfield and at Northfield Woolen Mills. He was also a stonecutter at Cetrangolo Finishing Works Inc., retiring in 1996. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; one son, Michael; two daughters, Debbie DeLary and Barbara Amell; three brothers; nine grandchildren.

Ambrosini, Evelyn J., 89, of Barre Town, died Aug. 28. Born in 1909 in Barre, she was the daughter of Ernest and Annie (Barstow) Jones and attended Barre schools. In 1935, she married Irmo Ambrosini, who died in 1961. She worked at the former Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and at Sprague Electric Co. in Barre. Survivors include two nieces, Joyce Cheney and Marie Burke; a nephew, Fred Mekkelsen; two cousins.

Carmolli, Gino A., 92, of Barre City died Aug. 28. Born in 1907 in Barre, he was the son of Luigi and Chiara (Lorenzini) Carmolli. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School and the University of Illinois. He joined McAllister and Kent Insurance Agency in Barre, which later became Berg, Carmolli and Kent Insurance Agency. He was a member of St. Monica's Church. In 1936, he married Shirley Hanson, who died in 1984. In 1987, he married Eleanor Diack. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Sandra Fitzgerald, Nan Parker and Wendy Gibson; two sons, Nick and Gino Terry; a stepson, Vernon Dyke; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

Roya, Gladys M., 88, of Berlin, died Aug. 27. Born in 1911 in Worcester, she was the daughter of Bernard and Mary Bruce. She attend Worcester schools and Montpelier Seminary. In 1929, she married Herbert Roya Sr. She attended the Jehova Witness Church. Survivors include four sons, Herbert Jr., Bernard, Clarence and Leonard; two sisters; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Willey, Arnold G., 90, of Orange, died Aug. 28. Born in 1909 in Berlin Corner, he was the son of Irvin and Mary Ella (St. Jock) Willey. He attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. He operated at farm and worked for the Town of Plainfield and later for the Town of Orange as road commissioner and for the Town of Barre Highway Department. He worked for Green Mountain boring until retiring in 1975. He was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Plainfield. Survivors include two daughters, Gloria Kinney and Beverly Burbank; one son, Robert; 16 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; a sister; two cousins; nieces and nephews.

Fielder, Ruth A., 87, of So. Royalton, died Aug. 29. Born in 1911 in Trenton, N.J., she was the daughter of Joseph and Alena (Hulse) Garrabrants. She attended high schools in Asbury Park, N.J. and Neptune, N.J. In 1935, she married Robert Fielder. She had been a secretary for Shore Hardware Inc. in Spring Lake, N.J. before moving to So. Royalton. She was a former member of the Taylor Memorial Baptist Church in Avon, N.J. and a member of the United Church of So. Royalton. Survivors include her husband and several nieces and nephews.

Osborne, Donald, 62, of Northfield, died Aug. 29. Born in 1937 in Berlin, he graduated from Northfield High School. In 1962, he married Shirley Perra. He served in the Air Force and worked for Richard Hedges Painting in Northfield and at Northfield Woolen Mills. He was also a stonecutter at Cetrangolo Finishing Works Inc. in Northfield, retiring in 1996. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael; two daughters, Debbie DeLary and Barbara Amell; his mother; three brothers; nine grandchildren.

Grosse, Robert L., Sr., 59, of Thetford, died Aug. 27. Born in 1940 in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Robert and Alice (Bettis) Grosse. He was educated in Columbus and Cincinnati schools. After graduating from high school, he joined the Navy. He attended the Lindsay Hopkins Culinary School. He was married to Linda Angela Waterman, who died in 1993. He had been employed at the Lake Tarleton Club in Piermont, N.H. and for Dartmouth College dining services. Survivors include two sons, Robert Jr. and Nicholas; a brother; one niece.

Stohlberg, Mary H., 86, of Montpelier, died Aug. 30. Born in 1913 in North Plainfield, N.J., she was the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (O'Sullivan) Sheppard. In 1943, she married Alex Stohlberg, who died in 1978. Survivors include two sons, Charles and Axel; two grandchildren.

Cronan, Michael P., formerly of Bethel, died Aug. 31. Born in 1955 in Randolph, he was the son of James and Mildred (Newell) Cronan. He graduated from Whitcomb High School and in 1990, married Edith Hewitt. He was a self-employed auto body mechanic and a plumber with Vermont Mechanical Inc. of Williston. Survivors include his wife; his mother; a daughter, Michele Cronan; two brothers; three stepsons, Theodore Taylor, Toby Taylor and Tony Taylor; three grandchildren.

Hallstrom, Carmen P., 77, of Barre, died Aug. 31. Born in 1922 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Joaquim and Innocencia (Pasqual) Sarabia. She graduated from Montpelier High School and in 1977, married Sidney Hallstrom. She worked at McCellan's Store in Montpelier and at National Life Insurance Co. in Montpelier. She was a member of St. Augustine's Church in Montpelier. Survivors include her husband; a brother, Manuel Sarabia.

Gladden, Bernard A., 85, of Berlin, died Aug. 31. Born in 1913 in Swanton, he was the son of Ernest and Jessie (Camp) Gladden. He attended schools in Swanton. In 1932, he married Cathrine Thompson, she predeceased him. In 1966, he married Kathryn Barber, who died in 1992. He worked as an auto mechanic and later owned a service station and most recently owned the Blue Sunoco Station on the Barre-Montpelier Road. He retired in 1972. He had served with the Army during WWII. Survivors include a son, Brian; a brother; four sisters.

Foster, Maurice C., 82, formerly of Moretown and more recently of Morrisville, died Sept. 1. Born in 1916 in Moretown, he was the son of Allen and Gladys (Chapin) Foster. In 1941, he married Bertha Bapp. He worked with the CCC building ski trails at Mad River Glen Ski Area and was later employed by J&L Machining Co. in Springfield. He worked for General Electric Co. in Burlington and for the Vermont State Highway Department. He attended the United Church of Colchester and was a former member of the United Church of Westford. Survivors include his wife; a brother, Donald Foster; a sister, Irma Farnham.
	
Kennedy, Florence "Emmy", 88, of Chelsea, died Sept. 4. Born in 1911 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of Will and Cora (Durkee) Densmore. She attended school in Chelsea, graduated from West Springfield (Mass.) High School and from Montpelier Seminary with a teaching certificate. She taught schools in South Washington, Bethel Gilead and Chelsea. In 1943, she married Richard Kennedy, who died in 1960. Survivors include a daughter, Jean K. Bernier; two grandchildren; a great-grandson; nieces and nephews.

Sambel, Paul H., 85, of Northfield Falls, died Sept. 6. Born in 1941 in North Terrytown, N.Y., he was the son of Joseph and Anna Elizabeth (Miethke) Sambel. In 1941, he married Dorothy Hockman, who died in 1994. He had worked many years at Norwich University in the maintenance department and was superintendent of the town cemeteries for 10 years. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include two sons, Paul and Robert; one brother; two sisters; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Hurdle, Kathryn, 49, of Washington, died Sept. 7. Born in 1950 in San Francisco, Calif., she was the daughter of Walter and Elizabeth (Wickline) Grimes. She attended Crestmore High School in Calif. She married John Dobrowski, they later divorced. In 1975, she married Charles Hurdle. She worked at Budzyn Beef and later as a waitress at Lum's and Shoney's restaurants. She was a member of the Washington Baptist Church and a volunteer dispatcher for the Washington Fire Department. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Jacqueline Dobrowski; two sons, John Dobrowski and Sean Hurdle; six grandchildren; two brothers; five sisters; cousins, nieces and nephews.

Warner, Margo E., 55, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 5. Born in 1943 in Barre, she was the daughter of C. James and A. Liane (Roberts) Fitzpatrick. She attended St. Monica's Elementary School and graduated from Marian High School. In 1966, she married Stanley F. Warner. She was employed by the New Hampshire Insurance Company and the Vermont Department of Employment Security in Montpelier. She also worked for the School Administrative Unit 53 in Suncook, N.H. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Ericka Manyak; a brother; nieces and nephews.

Smith, Alfred D., 67, formerly of Barre, died Aug. 10. Born in 1932 in Barre, he attended schools there. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He moved to Calif. and became a meat cutter and owned his own meat market. He retired in 1988. In 1987, he married Juanita Salazar, who died in 1993. Survivors include a son, Douglas Smith; a daughter, Tammy (Mrs. Joe) Reynolds; two stepsons, Michael and Thomas Payne; a brother; two sisters; a special friend, Grace Hargens; many grandchildren.

Hauver, Evelyn C., 92, of Northfield Falls, died Sept. 3. Born in 1907 in Plymouth, Conn., she was the daughter of Aaron and Cora Belle (Johnson) Chase. In 1932, she married Harold H. Hauver. They moved to Northfield after retiring in 1973. She was a member of the Northfield Falls Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Beverly (Mrs. Leo) Donahue, Elnora (Mrs. Fred) D'Angelo and Jerene (Mrs. Dwaine) Glidden; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Southworth, Norwood J., Sr., 64, of Williamstown, died Sept. 4. Born in 1935 in Norway, Maine, he was the son of James and Pansy (Maynard) Southworth. He attended schools in Plymouth, N.H. and in Barre. In 1961, he married Geraldine (Gerry) Brown. He was employed as a meat cutter for Comolli and Savoie in Barre and then was employed by Rock of Ages Quarry, retiring in 1997. He had served in the Navy from 1954-58. He served on the Williamstown Fire Department and was fire warden for 21 years. Survivors include his wife; a son, Norwood Jr.; a daughter, Lori Ann Scott; a grandson; several nieces and nephews.

Spaulding, Jesse S., Jr. 65, of Northfield, died Sept. 9. Born in 1933 in Roxbury, he was the son of Jesse Sr. and Mona (York) Spaulding. He graduated from Northfield High School. He had been married to Norma Burnell. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked for Northfield Wood Products, retiring in 1974. Survivors include three sons, Ronald, Donald and Bernard; a daughter, Karen Spaulding; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; a great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews.

DeForge, Rodney F., 52, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 9. Born in 1947 in Barre, he was the son of Wilford and Dorothy (Johnson) DeForge. He married Josephine Keough. He was employed in the stone quarries in Barre and most recently at Greenmont Lumber in Underhill. Survivors include his wife; a son, Jeffrey; his daughter, Terry Zavorotny; three grandchildren; seven sisters; one brother.

Letourneau, Blanche, 93, formerly of Graniteville, died Sept. 6. Born in 1905 in Graniteville, she was the daughter of Joseph and Alexandrine (Brodeur) Letourneau. She attended Mount St. Mary's Academy and was a member of St. Joseph's Parish. Survivors include seven nieces and nephews; several cousins.

Lee, Eunice Hayes, 88, of Craftsbury, died Sept. 7. She was born in 1911 in South Carolina. She married Harold Lee in 1928. She was a homemaker. Survivors include a son, Robert; two daughters, Alice Lee Menard and Patricia Rai Lee; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.

Archambault, June Smith, 88, formerly of Cabot, died July 17. She was the daughter of Angus and Bessie Smith. She attended Cabot schools, graduating from Cabot High School and Lyndon State College. she taught elementary school in Ryegate, Barton and Plainfield, and in Reading, Pa. She had been married to Joseph Archambault. Survivors include a daughter, Diana Marie; a son, Jean Paul Archambault; four grandchildren; a sister; several cousins, nieces and nephews.

White, Leon W., 99, formerly of Brookfield, died Sept. 8. Born in 1900 in Mooers Forks, N.Y., he was the son of Emile and Media (Furlong) White. He graduated from Brookfield High School and later attended the agricultural college in Randolph. In 1920, he married S. Jane Kirkpatrick, who died in 1989. They had lived in Brookfield and Northfield and moved to Brattleboro in 1946. He became a self-employed barber. Survivors include two daughters, Verlie Washburn and Aleda Collins; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two nieces.

Merchant, Donald E., 76, of Duxbury, died Sept. 6. Born in 1923 in Duxbury, he was the son of Aldolph and Nora (Hayes) Merchant. He attended Duxbury schools and in 1945, married Dorothy Harvey. He had worked at the former Wheeler Chevrolet in Waterbury and became the supervisor of the maintenance department at the Vermont State Hospital, retiring in 1986. He served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Donald, Dennis and Daniel; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Brault, Richard E., 82, of Graniteville, died Sept. 6. Born in 1916 in Beebe Plains, he was the son of Emile and Yvonne (Daidnault) Brault. He attended schools in Beebe, Quebec. He moved to Barre in 1955 and was employed as a body man and mechanic by Perry Auto. In 1943, he married Pauline Roy, who died in 1993. He was a member of St. Sylvester Church. Survivors include one son, Alain; two grandsons; one granddaughter;two great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Banks, Erik Bradham, 27, formerly of Barre, died recently. Born in 1971 in Hartford, Conn., he graduated from Spaulding High School. He served four years in the Marine Corps and became a journey-man for the International Brotherhood of Electrical workers, where he was a fiber optics technician. Survivors include his wife, Laura (Boutin) Banks; a stepdaughter, Alicia Barton; his mother, Pamela Jean Banks; two brothers; his grandfather; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Hauver, Evelyn C., 92, of Northfield Falls, died Sept. 3. Born in 1927 in Plymouth, Conn., she was the daughter of Aaron and Cora Belle (Johnson) Chase. In 1923, she married Harold Hauver, who died in 1978. He worked as a telemarketer for the Veteran's Association in Connecticut. Memberships included the Northfield Falls Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Beverly Donahue, Elnora D'Angelo and Jeren Glidden; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Grace, Helene M., 93, of Waterbury, died Sept. 4. Born in 1906, she was the daughter of Moses Leon and Louise (Fremeau) Thibault. She graduated from Cathedral High School in Burlington. In 1931, she married Healy E. Grace, who died in 1962. She was an administrative secretary for the state of Vermont, retiring in 1969. She was a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church. Survivors include four sons, Robert, Richard, John and Stephen; two daughters, Marjorie Gormel and Mary Parizo; 16 grandchildren; a brother; several nieces and nephews.

Peduzzi, Norman E., 83, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 10. Born in 1916 in Barre, he attended Barre schools. In 1948, he married Margaret Strachan, who died in February of this year. He was a clerk in Washington County and Chittenden County courts. He was a member of the Burlington Congregational Church. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Florence Christie; two nephews, Bruce Strachan and Robbie Strachan; a niece, Nancy Buttura.

Eastman, Linda L., 52, formerly of Websterville, died Sept. 13. Born in 1946 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Gerald and Maxine Eastman. She graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Reformed Bible Institute in Grand Rapids Mich. In 1970, she married Ronald Guckert. Survivors include three daughters, Nedra Guckert, Dawn Guckert and Elizabeth Guckert; her father; a brother; three sisters.

Heed, Huguette M., 67, of Brookfield, died Sept. 13. Born in 1932 in Metz, France, she was the daughter of Lucien and Anna (Rheinhart) Spiquel. She was educated in France. In 1957, she married Joseph J. Heed. They lived in France, then Huntington, N.Y. and moved to Brookfield in 1962. She was a master cook. Survivors include her husband; a son, Michael; two daughters, Danielle Pisani and Liliane McHugh; four grandchildren.

Bushey, Mayme E., 83, of Montpelier, died Sept. 15. Born in 1916 in Irasburg, she was the daughter of Henry and Nellie (Lawrence) Baldwin. She attended graded school in East Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School. In 1935, she married Frederick Bushey, who died in 1969. She worked in her aunt's home for the elderly and also cared for patients in their homes. For several years she worked in retail in the Charlestown Mill Sweater Store in Berlin. Survivors include three sons, Phillip, Reed and Roy; one daughter, Betty Wood; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

Bogni, Roger J., 63, of Barre, died Sept. 14. Born in 1936, he was the son of Luigi and Helen (Kelley) Bogni. He attended schools in Barre and married Mary White. He was employed as a nurses' aide at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. Survivors include a brother, Edward Bogni; an aunt, Rose Loverin.

Northrop, Lucy, 50, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 2. Survivors include a son, Eric Elliott; her parents, Robert and Julia Northrop and Adele Fox Machia; her grandmother, Jean Fox; four brothers, Michael, Stephen, Bill and Chas; two sisters, Pat Boutilier and Grace Freeman.

Utley, Cecil Walter, 89, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 14. Born in St. Albans, he was the son of George and Josephine Utley. He attended public schools in Rutland, graduating from Rutland High School and the University of Vermont with a degree in Civil Engineering. He served with the Army Reserve during WWII. He was a Planning and Program Engineer with the Federal Highway Administration in New York and Vermont, retiring in 1973. He was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ in Montpelier and a previous member of the Grace Congregational Church in Rutland. Survivors include two sons, Ronald and Gayle; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Bacon, Beatrice, 87, formerly of Randolph, died Sept. 13. Born in 1912 in Randolph, she was attended Randolph schools. Her husband, Rosario Bacon, died in 1994. She worked in the gluing room at Webster's Mill in Randolph and was a past member of the United Church of Randolph. Survivors include nieces and nephews.

Arnholm, Merena M., 75, of Barre, died Sept. 15. Born in 1924 in Barre, she was the daughter of Charles and Merena (Fisher) Arnholm and attended schools in Barre. She was employed by the John R. Miles Supply Co. and also worked as a caregiver. Survivors include two brothers and one sister.

Joyal, Maurice, 80, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 13. He attended St. Monica School and Spaulding High School. He was a pilot in the Air Force during WWII. Survivors include two sons, Michael and Bryant; two brothers; one sister.

Lewis, Lynne S., 57, formerly of Barre, died Sept. 12. Born in 1941 in Stoneham, Mass., she was the daughter of Salvatore and Ailene (Ferris) D'Agostino. She grew up and attended schools in Saugus, Mass. and had lived in Barre and St. Johnsbury, Vt., before moving to Lancaster, N.H. in 1981. She did volunteer work at Lancaster Elementary School and was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church. Survivors include two sons, Richard Jr. and Steven; two daughters, Cheryle McAllister and Nancy Bonney; a sister; four grandchildren.

Sanborn, David J., Sr., 72, of West Brookfield, died Sept. 10. Born in 1927 in Lyndhurst, N.J., he was the son of Elmer and Margaret (Lorden) Sanborn. He attended Lyndhurst schools. He served in the Navy during WWII and following discharge, he and his brother Edward operated Sanborn's Deli. He worked as a pipe insulator until retirement. In 1948, he married Isabelle Marie Reilly. They moved to Vermont in 1986. He was a member of Saints Donatian and Rogatian Catholic Church in Randolph. Survivors include his wife; five sons, David Jr., Donald, William, Charles and John; four daughters, Eileen Cramsie, Margaret Kirkpatrick, Mary Borie and Maureen Morse; three brothers; two sisters; 27 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Burnes, Alden Whitney, 77, of Montpelier, died recently. Born in 1922 in Barre, he was the son of George and Marion (Pollard) Burnes. He was educated in the Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. He served in the Navy during WWII. He retired as manager of the Blanchard Block in Montpelier in 1977. Prior to that he had been an engineer with the Vermont State Highway Dept. and co-owner of Capital Candy Co. In 1946, he married Daphne Smith. Survivors include his wife; a niece, Robin Blanchard; a nephew, George Burnes; several grand nieces and nephews.

Morris, Norman L., 86, of Williamstown, died Sept. 10. Born in 1913 in Williamstown, he was the son of Norman and Eliza (MacIver) Morrison. He attended Williamstown schools and graduated from Williamstown High School. He worked for the Vermont Forestry Service and was a veteran of the Army, serving during WWII. In 1945, he began employment at the Trow and Holden Co. in Barre, retiring in 1979. In 1941, he married Ervine Webster. He had been a member of the Graniteville Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Maureen Marble; a son, Norman; four grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Carrier, Margaret M., 62, formerly of Waitsfield, died Sept. 25. Born in 1937 in Waitsfield, she was the daughter of Francis and Clarabelle (Haskins) Carrier. In 1981, she moved to New Jersey, where she was manager of the WA WA store in Englishtown and later was a switchboard operator at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune. She retired two years ago. Survivors include two brothers, Douglas Carrier and Gary Carrier; a sister, Beverley Swasay.

O'Connor, Lawrence N., 83, of Berlin, died Sept. 26. Born in 1915 in Wesbterville, he was the son of Peter and Lula (Nye) O'Connor. He attended schools in Barre Town. In 1938, he married Josephine Lorezini, who died in 1996. He was employed by Sanguinette Granite Co. and Rouleau Granite Co., as a maintenance man. He retired in 1980. He had served in the Army during WWII and was a member of St. Monica Parish. Survivors include a son, Robert; five daughters, Lorraine Porter, Barbara Hersey, Patricia Grother, Rose O'Connor and Eileen O'Connor; two sisters; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Lamson, Lois M., 93, of Randolph, died Sept. 27. Born in 1906 in Danville, she was the daughter of Harvey and Lillian (Bryant) Burbank. She attended Danville schools and received a master's degree from the University of Vermont. She also graduated from New York City's Parson's School of Art in Paris, France. In 1932, she married Robert Lamson. She taught art at UVM and worked for White River Valley Herald in Randolph. She was a member of the Bethany Church. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Thomas and Alan; two daughters, Judith Blackmer and Sylvia Hutchinson; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

Reid, Dr. H. Driscoll, 74, of Randolph, died Sept. 26. Born in 1924 in Barre, he was the son of Howard Hill and Pearl Wright Reid. He attended local schools, graduated from Spaulding High School, attended the University of Vermont and graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry. In 1949, he married Ellen Frances Page. He practiced dentistry for 37 years. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Stephen and Proctor; two daughters, Jane Reid and Susan Arnowitt-Reid; one brother; one sister; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Carbonneau, Edmond J., 72, of Barre City, died Sept. 30. Born in 1927 in Graniteville, he was the son of Edouard and Rosa (Bourget) Carbonneau. He attended Holy Ghost School in Graniteville and graduated from Spaulding High School. He was a veteran of the Army, serving in Germany from 1945-46. In 1950, he married Colette Savoie. He had worked for the former People's National Bank and in 1954, formed the Hillside Saw Plant in Barre with his partner Wilfred Fisher. In 1960, he became the sole owner of the business which is known today as Hillside Stone Products Inc. and is operated by his son and daughter. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Michael and Randall; two daughters, Sarah Somerville and Rebekah Ruel; three grandsons; four brothers; three sisters.

Rielly, Shirley A., 44, of Barre, died Sept. 29. Born in 1954 in Barre, she was the daughter of Robert and Geraldine (Gennett) Rielly. She attended Spaulding High School. She was employed as security guard at the Statehouse in Montpelier and later at Capital Candy Co. in Barre. Survivors include her parents; four brothers, Michael Tatro, John Rielly, Patrick Rielly and Lawrence Graves; a sister, Tomilie Graves.

Yaeger, Alfred B., 92, formerly of Barre died Sept. 28. Born in 1907 in St. Cloud, Minn., he was the son of Rudolph and Agnes (Bach) Yaeger. In 1938, he married Ruth Elizabeth Gilland. They moved to Barre in 1935, where he worked at Rock of Ages Corp. He was a member of Saint Monica Catholic Church. In 1977, he retired and moved to Ariz. and later to Colo. Survivors include his wife; one son, W. Patrick Yaeger; two daughters, Sudan dyke and Ruthann Yaeger; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Byington, Mary Murray, 83, formerly of Williamstown, died Sept. 3. She was the daughter of Norman and Annie Murray and graduated from Williamstown High School. She earned her RN degree at Bellevue Hospital in New York City and practiced at Bellevue, Cedars of Sinai in Los Angeles and Lago Hospital in Aruba. She married Edward Byington and they moved to Austin, Texas after retirement, summering in Williamstown. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Martha and Maryanne; many nieces and nephews.

Cane, Madine Celley, 71, of Worcester, died recently. Born in 1928 in East Calais, she was the daughter of Elmer and Dorothy M. (Chapin) Celley. She attended school in East Calais and in 1948, married Herbert Cane, who died in 1996. They bought the Cane Farm in 1060 and farmed until 1980. In 1981, they bought the Woodbury Country Store, operating it until retirement in 1988. Survivors include one daughter, Deborah winters; two sons, Lawrence and Timothy; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Garback, Esther M., 81, of Albany, N.Y. and formerly of Montpelier, died March 16. Born in 1918 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Robert and Karen (Jensen) Dobey. She graduated from St. Michael's High School and received a degree in business administration from Vermont Junior College. In 1943, she married Albert Garback, who died in 1997. She was an administrative assistant for Dorfman's Accounting Firm and later a secretary at the Gloversville Board of Education, retiring in 1974. She was a member of the Gloversville (N.Y.) Sacred Heart Church. Survivors include two daughters, Karen Garback and Kim Diaz; one sister; a granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.

Haskins, Wayne E., Sr., 67, of Waterbury Center, died Sept. 30. Born in 1932 in Monkton, he was the son of Arthur and Eleanor (Devoid) Haskins. He attended schools in Ripton and Monkton. In 1952, he married Elizabeth Ann Tatro, who died in 1993. He worked at Barnes Tree Service, Farr's Tree Service and Jennison's Tree Service, was a heavy equipment operator for Clyde Morse and worked for Berno Lumber Company. He also was a route driver for The Times Argus for 16 years. He served in the Army during the Korean War. Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Carpenter, Penny Sprague and Karen Worden; six sons, Wayne Jr., Jerry Sr., Richard, Jeffrey, Thomas and Gregory; 23 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; six brothers; one sister; several nieces and nephews.

Pond, Gordon, Sr., 72, of Barre, died Sept. 30. Born in 1927 in Island Pond, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Pond. He attended schools in Williamstown. His wife Margaret Pond, died in 1990. In 1998, he married Sandra Hood. He was a disabled veteran, having served in WWII. Survivors include his wife; a son, Gordon Jr.; two brothers; two sisters.

Churchill, Stanley A., 61, of Royalton, died Sept. 30. Born in 1937 in Woodstock, he was the son of Walter and Gladys (English) Churchill. He attended schools in Woodstock and Royalton. In 1978, he married Sylvia Waters. He worked for Central Vermont Railroad, Clifford sand and Gravel and Ray Kilburn. Recently he was self-employed cutting and trimming trees. Survivors include his wife; a son, David; two daughters, April Churchill and Amy Churchill; three brothers; two sisters; three stepsons, Brian Laro, Robert Demery and Butch Farnsworth; a step-daughter, Debbie Farnsworth; several grandchildren; a great-grandson.

Lewis, Blanche C., 93, of Waterbury, died Sept. 30. Born in 1906 in Gays River, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of Burton and Sadie (Gaston) Cook. She attended schools in Gays River. In 1927, she married Lynn G. Lewis Sr., who died in 1982. She had lived in Brattleboro and worked for the Estey Organ Company. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Waterbury. Survivors include two sons, Lynn Jr. and Paul; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild.

Metcalf, Charles E., 67, of Tunbridge died Sept. 30. Born in 1932 in Vershire, he was the son of Earl and Carrie (Paronto) Metcalf. He attended schools in Vershire. He had worked for more than 40 years at Brooksie's Restaurant and Catering Service in Sharon and later worked in catering many events in central Vermont, including the Tunbridge World's Fair. In 1956, he married Alice E. Higgins. Survivors include his wife; six children, Richard, Leon, Virginia Ballou, George, Deb Metcalf, Shelia Metcalf; four brothers; two sisters; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

McDonald, Arlene, 85, formerly of Barre, died Oct. 1. Born in 1914 in Barre, she was the daughter of Chares and Alice (Recor) Owen. She worked as a hairdresser at the Lila Beauty Shop in Barre and in 1960, moved to Merrimack, N.H. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mercy. Before retirement, she was employed at Soucy's Market in Nashua, N.H. and as a secretary for Pratt & Whitney in Conn. She is the widow of Albert McDonald, who died in 1979. Survivors include a son, Robert; three daughters, Sylvia Thurlow-Coyle, Sherry Collins and Alice Marzoli; nine grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews.

Pierce, Jason "Jake" Mitchell, 34, of Randolph, died Sept. 29. Born in 1965 in Randolph, he was the son of James and Sylvia (LaRocque) Pierce. He attended schools in Northfield and Orlando, Fla. He worked for Empire Fence co. in Orlando, for the past several years. Survivors include his mother; a sister, Jennifer Butt; his maternal grandmother, Eva LaRocque.

Jurras, John R., 91, formerly of Montpelier, died Aug. 30. Born in 1907 in Montpelier, he was the son of Anthony and Catherine Jurras. He graduated from Montpelier High School. He retired from the U.S. Department of Immigration. Survivors include one son, John; a daughter, Toni Ann Michaels; two granddaughters; three sisters.

Banfield, Edward C., 82, of East Montpelier, died Sept. 30. Born in 1916 in Bloomfield, Conn., he received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Connecticut, a Master's Degree from Harvard University and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. In 1938, he married Laura Fasano. He was a professor of government at Harvard University. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Laura Hoguet; a son, Elliot Banfield.

Clifford, Vernita B., 86, of Randolph Center, died Oct. 13. Born in 1913 in Chicopee Falls, Mass., she was the daughter of Wesley and Myrtle (Wing) Parady. She attended Springfield High School in Mass. In 1934, she married Frank Clifford Sr. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of So. Royalton. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Frank Jr. and Ralph; five daughters, Dorothy Goodall, Marilyn Alden, Vernita Barone, Valorie Clifford and Faith Tilbrook; a brother; 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Flint, Richard A., 67, of Brookfield, died Oct. 9. Born in 1932 in Albany, N.Y., he was the son of Arden and Elinor (White) Flint Jr. He attended New York schools. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a salesman for Rushmore and Webber of Loudenville, N.Y. After retirement he operated Flint's Answering Service in Rutland and was a volunteer at the Gifford Medical Center in Randolph. In 1990, he married Diane McGowan. Survivors include his wife; four step-sons, Robert Monsees, John Monsees, Steven Monsees and Peter Monsees; several grandchildren.

Bellavance, Arthur, 74, of Hardwick, died Oct. 8. Born in 1925 in Walden, he was the son of Aimee and Beatrice (Godbout) Bellavance. He was affiliated with Bellavance Trucking Co. of Barre. He was a communicant of St. Norbert's Church in Hardwick. His wife, Dorcas predeceased him. Survivors include a daughter, Paulette Molleur; three sons, Mark, Conrad and Tom; four brothers; four sisters; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

Bordeaux, Arnold Edward, 66, formerly of Waterbury, died Oct. 4. Born in 1933 in Waterbury, he was the son of Emile and Ethel (Sweeney) Bordeaux. He served in the Air Force, retiring in 1971. He worked at the Rapid City (S.D.) Police Department from 1971 until 1979. In 1954, he married Lois E. Demo. Survivors include his wife; six daughters, Eileen Rivers, Tiny Peer, Teresa Taylor, Susan Eaton, JaneBeth Dare and Kimberly Fleming; four sisters; one brother; 27 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Comstock, Bertha A., 84, of Barre, died Oct. 10. Born in 1915 in South Barre, she was the daughter of Ellson and Diana (Anger) Spencer. In 1930, she married Walter M. Comstock, who died in 1965. She was a homemaker. Survivors include a son, Leon Comstock Sr.; a daughter, Shirley Baker; a sister; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Burnham, Sandra J., 47, formerly of Barre, died Oct. 11. Born in 1952 in Barre, she was the daughter of Herbert and Dorothy (McDonald) Ziter. She graduated from Lyndon Institute. In 1975, she married Douglas Burnham. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Tyler and Toby; three stepchildren; her father; a brother; a sister.

Haggett, Frank E., Sr., 69, of Worcester, died recently. He was born in Montpelier the son of Clifton and Alice (Leno) Haggett. He graduated from Montpelier High School and in 1949, married Mary Curtis. He served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was a self-employed carpenter most of his life and had been co-owner of B&H Builders and later Washington County Builders, retiring from Arbor Associates in 1999. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Nelson and Phoebe Beauregard; three sons, Frank Jr., Eric and Jonathan; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters; nieces and nephews.

Gibson, Robert Hadley, of Montpelier, died Oct. 9. Born in 1931 in Brattleboro, he was the son of Gov. Ernest W. Gibson and Dorothy (Switzer) Gibson. He was educated in Brattleboro public schools, Amherst College and Michigan Law School. He served four years in the Navy. He was first married to Frances Stott and later he married Kathryn (Fitzgerald) Anderson. He practiced law in Brattleboro until moving to Montpelier in 1974. He was active in politics and in 1967 was elected Secretary of the Vermont Senate, holding that post until his death. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn; one daughter, Laura Gibson; two brothers; one sister; three grandchildren.

Wilder, Walter C., 82, of Worcester, died Oct. 15. Born in 1917 in Wallingford, he was the son of William and Olivia (Richardson) Wilder. He was educated in Calais schools. In 1939, he married Lila Avery. He served in the Army during WWII. He was a retired truck driver for Granite Center Delivery and a self-employed woodcutter. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Bador and Janet Pollard; a son, Wayne; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Saia, Boynton R. Jr., 43, of East Montpelier, died Oct. 8. Born in 1955 in Lebanon, N.H., he was the son of Boynton R. and Frances (Keating) Saia Sr. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked as a pest control technician and supervisor for Kayal Services in East Montpelier. In 1979, he married Melinda Welch. Survivors include his mother; his wife; two daughters, Megan and Melanie; a sister; two brothers.

Purinton, Catherine, 95, of Bethel, died Oct. 14. Born in 1904 in Littleton, N.H., she was the daughter of Charles Edward and Hannah (Bean) Kelley. She was educated in Bethel Lympus and New Hampshire schools. In 1921, she married Clifford Plummer, who died in 1936. In 1937, she married Luther Purinton, who died in 1995. She was a housekeeper in the Bethel area and rented rooms to borders for several years. Survivors include four sons, Lawrence, Linley, Louis and Ransom; three daughters, Louise LaBonte, Ruth Ann Houle and Edith Therrien; a sister; 38 grandchildren; 98 great-grandchildren; 40 great-great-grandchildren; several great-great-great-grandchildren.

Parker, William J., 40, of Waterbury, died Oct. 14. Born in 1959 in Burlington, he was the son of Charles and Helen (Averill) Parker. He graduated from Stowe High School and the Rochester Institute of Technology. In 1995, he married Allyson Harwood. He worked for Capital City Press until 1994 when he and his brother, James, bought Angeleno's Pizza. They operated that business until 1998. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Megan Parker; two sons, Ben and Sam; his parents; three brothers.

McGuire, Therese B., 63, of Duxbury, died Oct. 13. Born in 1935, she was the daughter of Alfred and Emma (Houle) Lamore. In 1958, she married Fredrick McGuire. She retired from Ben & Jerry's Homemade and was employed by the Essex School District for many years. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Fredrick Jr., Richard and Michael; one daughter, Deborah McGuire; 15 grandchildren; seven brothers; three sisters.

Pinard, Robert D., 73, of Northfield, died Oct. 2. He was born in 1926 in Claremont, N.H. He was a self-employed cobbler at Norwich University and later worked as a self-employed carpenter. He served in the Navy during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; four sons, Stephen, Stuart, Scott and Glenn; seven daughters, Claudia Lewis, Sandra Hutchinson, Sheryl Dolphin, AnnMarie Starrett, Susan Thurber, Shawna Wiggett and Linda Parker; his mother; two brothers; five sisters; 31 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.

Boutilier, Ronald W., 65, of Waterbury, died Oct. 12. He was born in Burlington in 1934. He was a laborer at the state hospital in Waterbury and had served in the Army. Survivors include two sisters, Mary Rhodes and Nancy Costello.

Downing, Byron R., 64, of Chelsea, died Oct. 10. Born in 1934 in Barre, he was the son of Byron and Lillian (Carnes) Downing. In 1961, he married Alice Coburn. He worked at Remington Rand, Dick Kennedy Mill, Bowen Hunter Mill and woolen mills in Enfield, Northfield and East Montpelier. He also worked at Lane Construction Co. and Weyerhaeuser in Royalton and was a carpenter for Bruce White and Branchwood sawmills, both in Randolph. He served in the Army. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Wanda Jackson and Amy Kerr; a brother; two sisters; four grandchildren.

Unger, Richard A., 49, of Burlington, died Oct. 12. Born in 1950 in New York City, he was the son of Lee and Frieda (Levine) Unger. He graduated from Cornell University and Columbia Law School. He had been in private practice in Montpelier since 1981. In 1991, he married Helaine Leibowitz. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Ilana Unger; his parents; a brother; two stepchildren, Adina Graman and Noah Graman.

Gallison, Linda D., 52, of Woodbury, died Oct. 12. Born in 1946 in Concord, Mass., she was the daughter of Bernard and Alice (Puffer) King. She graduated from Hardwick and in 1966, married Lynn Wheeler Gallison. She had been employed as a secretary for Green Mountain Power, St. Johnsbury Trucking and Wilson and White Law Firm, more recently at William Sholdice and Associates. She was a member of the Woodbury Calais Congregational Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, Don; a daughter, Annette Thompson; her mother; three grandchildren; a brother; three sisters.

Martineau, Elphege, of Barre Town died Oct. 10. Born in 1939 in Barre, he was the son of Egide and Germaine Martineau. He attended Spaulding High School and later to auctioneering school. He served in South Korea with the Army, 101st Airborne Division. In 1972, he married Betty White. He worked as a cattle dealer and raised farm animals. Survivors include his wife; two step-children, Jay Cochran and Cindy Harris; a sister; a brother; many nieces and nephews; a great-niece and several great-nephews.

Parker, Henry W., Jr., 60, of East Montpelier, died Oct. 8. Born in 1939 in Montpelier, he was the son of Henry and Edith (Fair) Parker Sr. He graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1963, he married Theresa Williams. He worked at Green Mountain Power, retiring in August. He was a member of the Vermont National Guard. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Brett and Brian; a daughter, Emily Parker; his mother; his sister.

Gobbi, Severino, 86, of Montpelier, died Oct. 10. Born in 1912 in Switzerland, he was the son of Amelcare and Angelina (Santini) Gobbi. He attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. In 1943, he married Viola Pecor, who died in 1989. He was a manager of the Garden Restaurant in Montpelier in the early 1930s and served as a call fire fighter with the Montpelier Fire Department. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Gobbi; three sisters. 
 

Gallison, Linda D., 52, of Woodbury, died Oct. 12. Born in 1946 in Concord, Mass., she was the daughter of Bernard and Alice (Puffer) King. She graduated from Hardwick and in 1966, married Lynn Wheeler Gallison. She had been employed as a secretary for Green Mountain Power, St. Johnsbury Trucking and Wilson and White Law Firm, more recently at William Sholdice and Associates. She was a member of the Woodbury Calais Congregational Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, Don; a daughter, Annette Thompson; her mother; three grandchildren; a brother; three sisters.

Martineau, Elphege, of Barre Town died Oct. 10. Born in 1939 in Barre, he was the son of Egide and Germaine Martineau. He attended Spaulding High School and later to auctioneering school. He served in South Korea with the Army, 101st Airborne Division. In 1972, he married Betty White. He worked as a cattle dealer and raised farm animals. Survivors include his wife; two step-children, Jay Cochran and Cindy Harris; a sister; a brother; many nieces and nephews; a great-niece and several great-nephews.

Parker, Henry W., Jr., 60, of East Montpelier, died Oct. 8. Born in 1939 in Montpelier, he was the son of Henry and Edith (Fair) Parker Sr. He graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1963, he married Theresa Williams. He worked at Green Mountain Power, retiring in August. He was a member of the Vermont National Guard. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Brett and Brian; a daughter, Emily Parker; his mother; his sister.

Gobbi, Severino, 86, of Montpelier, died Oct. 10. Born in 1912 in Switzerland, he was the son of Amelcare and Angelina (Santini) Gobbi. He attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. In 1943, he married Viola Pecor, who died in 1989. He was a manager of the Garden Restaurant in Montpelier in the early 1930s and served as a call fire fighter with the Montpelier Fire Department. He was a member of St. Augustine Church. Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Gobbi; three sisters.

Colton, Thomas M., 83, formerly of Montpelier, died Oct. 15. Born in Montpelier, he graduated from Montpelier High School and from Amherst College. He worked in radio stations in Vermont, Florida and Mass. He served in the Army during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Colton; two daughters, Jane George and Anne Wing; three sisters; one brother; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

Hale, Doris Whitney, 93, of Montpelier, died Oct. 17. Born in 1906 in St. Johnsbury Center, she was the daughter of Charles and Nellie Ayer Whitney. She graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy and Linden Normal School. She taught in Waterford, East Barnet, Barton and Montpelier, retiring in 1961. In 1957, she married Robert Hale, who predeceased her. Survivors include Harold Whitney, Mrs. Judson Smith and Mrs. Edward Sawyer; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; grand and great-grand nieces and nephews.

Cilley, Ernest James, 72, of Groton, died Oct. 17. He was born in 1926 in Barre. In 1947, he married Carrie Jones. He was employed by Rock of Ages Granite Quarry, retiring in 1989. He served in the Navy during WWII. Survivors include a son, Jim; two daughters, Colleen Darling and Carrielee Perez; seven grandsons; five great-grandsons.

Russ, Nettie P., 92, of Wolcott, died Oct. 18. Born in 1907 in Littleton, N.H., she was the daughter of Moodie and Letitia (Lynds) Belknap. She attended Barton, Greensboro and Charleston public schools. In 1945, she married Fred A. Russ, who died in 1974. She had been employed at Hardwick Knitwear and Ryegate Paper Mill. She helped her husband on the family farm until it was sold in 1967. She was a member of the North Wolcott Methodist Church and affiliated with Wolcott Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Russ; a sister, Blue Draper.

Bristol, James A., 51, of Barre, died Oct. 18. Born in 1946 in New Haven, he was the son of Roger and Anna (Burgey) Bristol Sr. He served in the Army during the Vietnam war. He worked with Allied Van Lines and more recently with Willies Vending Service. Survivors include a daughter, Carrie Rhoades; a son, James Jr.; three grandsons; his mother; three brothers; three sisters.

Burstein, Bessie L., 93, of Randolph, died Oct. 19. Born in Waverly, Tenn., she was the daughter of Samuel and Sally Ann (Matthews) Phillips. She was educated in Waverly schools and attended nurses training in Nashville, Tenn. Her husband, Henry Burstein, died in 1961. She was a buyer for several department stores and from the mid-1960s until 1995, she was a real estate agent. She moved to Vermont in 1996. Survivors include a son, Richard; a brother, George Phillips; two grandsons.

Maroni, Alice V., 90, formerly of Montpelier, died Oct. 15. Born in 1909 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Enrico and Ersilia (Frattini) Maroni. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School. She worked as a secretary until retirement in 1974. Her memberships included St. Augustine's Church. Survivors include one brother, Leo Maroni; four nieces, Dolores (Mrs. Leon) Induni, Gail Engle, Pam Ruggles and Virginia (Mrs. Douglas) Jones; two nephews, Donald Kane and Russell Maroni; 14 grand nieces and nephews; six great-grand nieces and nephews.

York, Harold A. Sr., 83, formerly of Barre, died March 13. Born in 1916 in Barre, he was the son of Earl and Katie (Dailey) York. He attended Barre schools and Spaulding High School. He worked for Smith, Whitcomb and Cook Co. in Barre and later for Bates and Murray Electrical Contractors, retiring in 1985. He was first married to Pauline Spreadbury, who predeceased him. In 1975, he married Fernande Beaudet. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Ronda Rexford; two sons, Harold Jr. and Ronald; three step-sons, Michael Beaudet, Roger Beaudet and Gary Beaudet; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one niece and one nephew.

Andrews, Norma Ellen, 86, formerly of South Woodbury, died Oct. 18. Born in 1912 in Woodbury, she was the daughter of Walter and Modella (Boyce) Davis. She graduated from Woodbury High School. In 1939, she married Gerald Earl Andrews, who died in 1985. She and her husband owned and operated the Andrews family farm in South Woodbury. She was a member of the First Congregational Church in Woodbury. Survivors include five nephews and two nieces.

Charron, Roger R., 52, formerly of Barre, died Oct. 10. Born in 1947 in Lowell, Mass., he was the son of Lorenzo and Claire (LaRochelle) Charron. He graduated from Marian High School in Barre and attended Boston College, later graduating from the Center for Parish Ministry. In 1968, he married Cynthia Gibbs. He had worked for Ahrens Chimney Technique of Sioux Falls, S.D. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Michelle Abbott; a son, Eric; four grandchildren; his mother; a sister; one brother.

Jarvis, Mary (Gingras), 83, of Barre Town, died Oct. 17. Born in 1916 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Louis and Obeline (Letourneau) Gingras. She graduated from St. Michael's High School and in 1936, married Clifford R. Jarvis. She and her husband were co-owners of the Jarvis Bake Shop until retirement in 1974. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Elizabeth Severance, Celia Wilkin and Jane Mitchell; one son, Thomas; five grandchildren; one great-grandson; nieces and nephews.

Lingelbach, William E., III, 64, of Craftsbury, died Oct. 15. Born in 1934 in Philadelphia, Pa., he attended Harvard University and received a master's degree in divinity and social work from the Union Theological Seminary and Columbia University. He taught at Milton Academy in Milton, Mass., Dartmouth College and Thetford Elementary School. He was a pastor for the Northeast Association of the United Church of Christ and psychotherapist in the Craftsbury area. Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline (Griswold) Lingelbach; his father and stepmother, William and Alice Lingelbach; three sons, John, Lee and Bruce; a daughter, Caroline Lingelbach; a brother; a sister; seven grandchildren.

Evans, Mary Ann (Loeber), 83, of Northfield, died Oct. 14. Born in 1916 in New York City, she was the daughter of Justin and Mary (Deuel) Loeber. She attended the schools of White Plains, N.Y., graduating from White Plains High School. In 1939, she married John T. Evans Jr. She had worked in the Office of Public Relations at the Drew Theological Seminary, where her husband studied for his Divinity Degree. She was employed at Morse's Department Store prior to its closing. Survivors include her husband; three daughters, Priscilla Addis, Nancy Shiok and Gwendolyn Nyden; two sons, Peter and David; 19 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother.

Gonyaw, Roger W., 65, formerly of Stannard, died Oct. 17. Born in 1934 in Stannard, he was the son of Adolphus and Gertrude (Colba) Gonyaw. He was a self-employed logger in Connecticut before moving to Vermont in 1983. Survivors include one daughter, Jean Sutton; two brothers; three sisters.

Ambrosini, Fosco, 91, from Greensboro and formerly from Hardwick, died Oct. 20. Born in 1908 in Hardwick, he was the son of Mario and Antonietta (Bardelli) Ambrosini. He graduated from Hardwick Academy and attended the University of Vermont and graduated from the Bentley School of Accounting in Boston. In 1936, he married Helen Love Ramage. They lived in Hardwick moving to Greensboro in the late 1970s. He was employed by his father at the MG. Ambrosini and Co. granite business and later as accountant at Jones and Lamson Machine Co. Inc., Glen Slayton Lumber Co., Anair Granite Co. and Vermont Salvage Co. From 1967 until retirement in 1975, he was employed by the Village of Hardwick as accountant for the electric, water, sewer and general departments. Survivors include several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Joy, Sandra I., 64, of East Montpelier, died Oct. 18. Born in 1935 in Middlebury, she was the daughter of Leslie and Dorothy Guy. She attended Middlebury High School and Becker College in Worcester, Mass. She received a paralegal degree from Woodbury College. In 1960, she married William G. Joy. She had been a medical secretary at Mary Fletcher Hospital, worked at the probate court in Montpelier, Ryan and Ryan Attorneys at Law, Rice and Knosher Attorneys at Law and for the Public Service Board, retiring in 1996. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two sons, Mark and Mathew; her longtime companion, Ken Moulton; a brother; a foster brother.

Marceau, Beatrice Eurbin, 86, Barre City, died Oct. 19. Born in 1913 in Altona, N.Y., she was the daughter of Noah and Annie (Duquette) Eurbin. She attended schools in Northfield. In 1929, she married William J. Marceau, who died in 1989. She was a homemaker and a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Pauline Demers and Mrs. Lorraine Rancourt; a son, Roger; two sisters; one brother; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Palmer, Dorothy, 96, of Berlin, died Oct. 15. Born in 1903 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Robert and Martha (Farmer) Simonds Sr. She attended schools in St. Johnsbury, Montpelier and Gardner, Mass. and graduated from Middlebury College. He husband, Eber Huntley Palmer, died in 1984. She was a history teacher in Montpelier schools and Attleboro High School in Attleboro, Mass., retiring in 1959. She was a member of Christ Church in Montpelier. Survivors include a niece, Kathryn Ballentine; a nephew, John Simonds. 

Palmer, Dorothy, 96, of Berlin, died Oct. 15. Born in 1903 in St. Johnsbury, she was the daughter of Robert and Martha (Farmer) Simonds Sr. She attended schools in St. Johnsbury, Montpelier and Gardner, Mass. and graduated from Middlebury College. He husband, Eber Huntley Palmer, died in 1984. She was a history teacher in Montpelier schools and Attleboro High School in Attleboro, Mass., retiring in 1959. She was a member of Christ Church in Montpelier. Survivors include a niece, Kathryn Ballentine; a nephew, John Simonds.

LaMoy, Hazel M., 83, formerly of Barre died Oct. 23. Born in 1916 in Barre, she was the daughter of Peter and Amanda (Isabelle) Chamberland. She graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1940, she married Edward LaMoy, who died in 1998. She was a member of the St. Louis Church in Highgate Center. Survivors include four sons, Michael, Edward, John and James; three daughters, Kathleen Mauer, Jeanne Hullett and Mary LaMoy; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister.

Nichols, Winfred D., 80, of Chelsea, died Oct. 28. Born in 1919 in Montpelier, he was the son of George and Grace (Clough) Nichols. He attended schools in Washington and graduated from Chelsea High School. He served in the Army during WWII and worked for the Wahl Construction Company in Barre, and logged for the Bowen Hunter Bobbin Company and Archie Kingsbury. Survivors include a brother, Ernest Nichols; two sisters, Eleanor Roberts and Amy Button; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Galfetti, Albert B., 87, of Barre City, died Oct. 23. Born in 1912 in Arzo, Switzerland, he was the son of Eugenio and Josephina (Moretti) Galfetti. He attended local schools and Spaulding High School. He had worked in the granite industry and Barre Coal Company. In 1941, he joined the Barre City Fire Department. He retired in 1976 as chief. In 1934, he married Mea LeMay, who died in 1994. He was a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include two sons, Eugene and George; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one brother; nieces and nephews.

McMahon, Jean L., 78, formerly of Barre City, died Oct. 24. Born in 1921 in Proctor, she was the daughter of Michael and Mary (Kelley) McMahon. She attended St. Monica School in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School and the University of Vermont. She taught schools in Rochester, Springfield and Barre City; and Winchester, Mass. She retired in 1986. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two cousins, Clare McMahon and Margaret McGuire.

Albert, A. William, 78, of Montpelier, died Oct. 22. Born in 1921 in Boston, Mass., he was the son of Alfred and Stella (Hansen) Albert. He graduated from Braintree (Mass.) High School and from the U.S. Naval Academy. He earned a masters degree from Harvard College School of Applied Science. He served with the Navy during WWII and the Korean conflict, retiring from the Navy Reserves. In 1946, he married Dorothy Ripley. He was a civil engineer with Weston and Sampson Engineering. In 1957, he moved to Vermont, retiring from the Vt. Dept. of Water Resources in 1981. He was a member of the Christ Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia White and Elizabeth Balkcom; one son, Harold Albert; two brothers; seven grandchildren.

Ritter, Evelyn, 68, formerly of Tunbridge, died Oct. 21. Born in 1931, she was the daughter of Forrest and Jessie (Hoyt) Barnaby of Tunbridge. She attended Tunbridge schools and graduated from So. Royalton High School. Survivors include her husband, Leroy Ritter; two sons, Lawrence and Jeffrey; four daughters, Judith Barnett, Joyce Sengwald, Teresa Bruce and Michelle Herley; several grandchildren; three brothers; four sisters; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Thaddeus T., 74, of Williamstown, died Oct. 21. Born in 1925 in Barre, he was the son of Thaddeus T. Sr. and Faye (Beard) Martin. He attended Spaulding High School and served in the Army during WWII. In 1946, he married Helen LaPoint. He was a truck driver for Ray Churchill Granite Trucking Co. and Pouliot and Carriveau Trucking Co. and operated the Williamstown Salvage Yard. He was a member of the Williamstown United Federated Church. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Bonnie Holt, Sharon Trombly and Patricia Black; one son, William Martin; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Desjardins, Franciella, 64, of Hardwick, died Oct. 23. Born in 1934 in St. Adolphe, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Isadore and Maria (Brousseau) Audit. She attended St. Adolphe schools. In 1953, she married Domina Desjardins, who died in 1990. Survivors include three sons, Denis, Rejean and Gilles; two daughters, Johanne Samson and Rose Desjardins; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four brothers; three sisters.

Howe, Paul C., 91, of Tunbridge, died Oct. 24. Born in 1908 in Tunbridge, he was the son of Walter and Evie (Farnham) Howe. He attended Montpelier Seminary and graduated from So. Royalton High School and the Vermont School of Agriculture. In 1938, he married Doris Maxham, who died in 1984. In 1985, he married Ethel (Pope) Moulton. He ran the family farm, retiring in 1975 and becoming a sales representative for Rawleigh, and Knapp and Mason shoes. He was a member of the Beth-El Christian Fellowship Church in So. Royalton. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Winnie Howe; two sons, Gary and Stephen; a stepson, John Moulton; a brother; three grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren.

Earle, Ronald J., 74, of Hardwick, died Oct. 24. Born in 1925 in Hardwick, he was the son of Sidney and Blanche (Nelson) Earle. He attended the Cobb School in Hardwick and Greensboro High School. In 1957, he married Teresa Ann Nolan. He operated the family farm, retiring in 1986. Survivors include his wife; a son, Jeffrey; three daughters, Linda Thomas, Lisa Kish and Susan Earle; a brother; three grandchildren.

Forkey, Ruth Marion, 80, of North Duxbury, died Oct. 26. Born in 1919 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of George and Mildred (McNaulty) Sherman. She attended schools in Waterbury. In 1942, she married Edward Forkey Sr., who died in 1980. She was a homemaker. Survivors include two daughters, Eyvette Santamore and Thelma Forkey; four sons, Edward Jr., Robert Sr., John Sr. and Major; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters; three brothers.

Duprey, Kathleen Y., 55, of Graniteville, died Oct. 26. Born in 1943 in Nashua, N.H., she was the daughter of Lionel J. and Thelma (Jones) Mathieu. She graduated from Marion High School and in 1981, married Edward Duprey. She was employed at Central Vermont Medical Center, Rowan Court Nursing Home and Price Chopper. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; a stepdaughter, Pamela Doyle; two step-sons, Douglas and Randy Duprey; 12 step-grandchildren; a sister; a brother.

Wellman, Helen Carmen, 90, of Greensboro, died Oct. 29. Born in 1908 in Russell, N.Y., she was the daughter of Glenn and Jennie (Tupper) Keene. She graduated from Cabot High School. In 1926, she married Harry Wellman, who died in 1989. She was employed by the Cabot school system, as a nurses' aide at Elmwood Nursing Home and a machine operator at Cabot Creamery. She retired in 1962. She was affiliated with the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include two sons, Harry Wellman II and Leonard Wellman; three daughters, June Phillips, Jeanette Abbot and Shirley Salls; a sister; 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild.

Albert, A. William "Bill", 78, of Montpelier, died Oct. 22. Born in 1921 in Boston, Mass., he was the son of Alfred and Stella (Hansen) Albert. He was educated in the Braintree schools, graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and received a masters degree from Harvard University graduate school of Applied Sciences. He retired from the Navy. He and his family moved to Vermont in 1957, and he became director of Water Resources. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; two daughters, Patricia and Elizabeth; one son, Harold; seven grandchildren; two brothers.

Carey, Morton J., Jr., 72, died Oct. 28. Born in 1926 in Fletcher, he was the son of Morton and LaDona (Fletcher) Carey. He attended schools in Burlington. In 1946, he married Lois Slack, who died in 1989. He served in the Navy during WWII and the Korean War. He worked for Pratt and Whitney in Conn., was a machinist at General Electric in Burlington and a psychiatric technician in Waterbury. He later returned to General Electric, retiring in 1988. Survivors include three sons, Dennis, Michael and Richard; two brothers; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Foster, Catherine A., 75, of Plainfield, died Oct. 26. Born in 1924 in Plainfield, she was the daughter of Carleton and Hazel (Sargent) Morton. She graduated from Plainfield High School. In 1943, she married Willie Foster, who died in 1984. She had worked with her husband doing janitorial work at Elks' Lodge 924 in Montpelier. She attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Barre. Survivors include two sisters, Mildred Holt and Beverly Lange; a brother, Floyd Morton.
	
Grout, Bertha D., 65, of Williamstown, died Oct. 30. Born in 1934 in Plainfield, she was the daughter of Bert and Hazel (Wheeler) Wild. In 1954, she married Melvin Grout. She was an assembler at the Rock of Ages Capacitor Plant and at Sprague Electric Co. Survivors include her mother; her husband; a son, Howard; a brother; three sisters; five grandchildren.

Doe, Vera Lewis, 74, of Barre, died Oct. 30. Born in 1924 in Montreal, Canada, she was the daughter of Sydney and Alicia (Clisby) Comber. She graduated from West Hill High School in Montreal. In 1948, she married Charles Lewis, who died in 1982. In 1990, she married F. William Doe. She retired from employment as secretary of Ambassador Insurance. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Marlene Fielder and Terry Somaini; a son, Craig Lewis; a sister; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Lafond, Esther (Rudd), 70, of Middlesex, died Oct. 30. Born in 1929 in Barre town, she was the daughter of Edward and Ethel (Neal) Rudd. She attended Barre Town School and was a graduate of Spaulding High School. She also attended Sheldon Academy of Cosmetology in Burlington. She was employed at the Capacitor Plant, as a receptionist at Central Vermont Medical Center and as a secretary for Dr. Arthur Wright, retiring in 1990. In 1949, she married Edmond Lafond. She was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Linda (Mrs. Jeff) Long and Debbie Lafond; two grandchildren; four sisters; one brother; several nieces and nephews.

Martin, Eugene H., 60, formerly of Montpelier, died Sept. 29. Born in 1939 in Montpelier, he was the son of George and Olga (Molinar) Martin. Survivors include his mother; three daughters, Linda Davis, Tammy Martin and Lori Haines; two sons, Dale and Dean; five brothers.

Chaffee, Susan D., 40, of Hardwick, died Nov. 3. Born in 1958 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Leon and Aileen (Jenne) Chaffee. She attended the Caspian Area School and graduated from Lamoille Vocational Center. She had been a volunteer at the Hardwick Teen Center and American Legion Post 7 of Hardwick. She was a member of the Norbert's Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include her mother; a brother, Robert; three sisters, Cindy Hislop, Mary Benway and Marguerite Chaffee; and her companion, Lloyd Bedell.

Linton, William R., 77, of Randolph, died Nov. 4. Born in 1922 in Randolph, he was the son of George and Nora (Hobbs) Linton. He graduated from Randolph High School. He worked for the Randolph Cemetery Department, Waterbury Companies Inc. and G.W. Plastics. He served in the Army during WWII. He was a member of the United Church of Randolph. Survivors include a brother, Wayne Linton; several cousins.

Griffith, Lucia, 77, of Waterbury, died Nov. 2. Born in 1922 in Duxbury, she was the daughter of Harry and Beth (Bisbee) Backus. She attended Duxbury Elementary School and Waitsfield High School. In 1939, she married Leon Griffith, who died in 1971. She retired from state service at the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. Survivors include four daughters, Betty Anne Johnson, Noni Augustoni, Michelle Smith and Cindy Griffith; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four sisters; a brother; a brother-in-law; many nieces and nephews.

McKinnon, William F., 61, of Barre, died Oct. 30. Born in 1938 in Lynn, Mass., he attended Lynn schools. He served in the Merchant Marines. He had moved to Barre from Tennessee in 1996. Survivors include a son, Mark McCloud; a sister, Diane Clark; four grandchildren.

Ribera, Angelo R., 29, of Barre City, died Oct. 30. Born in 1970 in So. Carolina, he was the son of Bruce and Heather (Anderson) Ribera. The family moved to Barre in 1982, where he attended Barre City schools and Spaulding High School. He was employed at Tri-Town Sunoco and more recently at Booth Brothers Dairy/H.P. Hood in Barre Town. Survivors include his companion, Ethelma Lowery; one daughter, Kaitlyn Ann Ribera; his mother; his father; one brother, Jason; his maternal grandparents; his paternal grandmother; his paternal great-grandparents; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Rogers, Kenneth A., 90, formerly of Walden, died recently. Born in 1909 in Walden, he was the son of Phil Sheridan Rogers and Mabel Kingsley. He attended Walden schools and graduated from Lyndon Institute. In 1936, he married Dasie Ann Isham, who died in 1978. He was in the cattle auction and real estate business and was a director and later president of the Caledonia National Bank of Danville. Survivors include one son, Phil; two sisters.

Osborne, Frederick (Fred), 75, of Waterbury Center, died Oct. 28. Born in 1924 in Spencer, Mass., he was the son of James and Amy (Ripley) Osborne. He attended schools in Spencer, Mass. and graduated from David Prouty High School. He served in the Army during WWII. He attended agricultural school and was a bus driver for Waterbury Center. He later was employed by the State of Vermont Highway Division, retiring in 1984. Survivors include several cousins and many close friends.

Wells, Janice E., 62, of Hardwick, died Oct. 31. Born in 1937, she was the daughter of Glenn and Mildred (Rollins) Benway. She graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1957, she married Richard Wells, who died in 1994. She was employed by Ethan Allen Manufacturing Co., the Mount Mansfield Co., Hardwick Knitwear and Ames Department Store, retiring in the 1980s. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include one son, John; a daughter, Deborah Clifford; two brothers; one sister; six grandchildren.

Bedell, Robert E., 57, of Randolph, died Nov. 2. Born in 1942 in Randolph, he attended Randolph High School. In 1962, he married Linda Brown. In 1990, he married Priscilla Hosher. He was a molding technician and group leader at G.W. Plastics in Bethel. He served in the National Guard. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Sheila Lumbra and Melanie Tabor; two stepdaughters, Angela Avery and Lisa Currier; a stepson, Jim Avery; a brother; three grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren.

Nichols, Winfred D., 80, of Chelsea, died Oct. 28. Born in 1919 in Montpelier, he was the son of George and Grace (Clough) Nichols. He graduated from Chelsea High School. He served in the Army during WWII. He worked for the Wahl Construction Co. in Barre, was a logger for Bowen Hunter Bobbin Co. in East Corinth and for Archie Kingsbury in Middlesex. He also worked at several sawmills and farms in central Vermont and was a carpenter's helper for Merrill Whitney. Survivors include a brother, Ernest; two sisters, Eleanor Roberts and Amy Button.

Leonard, Eric E., 28, of East Calais, died Oct. 22. Born in 1971 in Berlin, he was the son of Edward and Evelyn (Tucker) Leonard. He graduated from U-32 Jr./Sr. High School and St. Michael's College. He had been a computer consultant with Royal Sun Alliance in Liverpool, England at the time of his death. Survivors include his parents; two brothers, Gregory and Christopher; his grandmother, Bertha Tucker; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Langevin, Florence, 93, of Barre, died Oct. 25. Born in 1906 in Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Charles Laraway and Elizabeth Bissell. She graduated from Sherbrooke High School in Quebec and MacDonald College, as an elementary school teacher. In 1931, she married Wilfred Langevin, who died in 1973. She was an elementary school teacher in Quebec and a substitute teacher at Orange Elementary School. She was a member of the St. Monica Church. Survivors include a daughter, Molly Abare; a son, W.C. Langevin; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren.

Messier, Carmie E., Sr., 62, formerly of Woodbury, died Oct. 24. Born in 1936 in Woodbury, he was the son of Edward and Juliet (Chartier) Messier. In 1968, he married Grace L. Nelson. He had served the town of Roxbury as constable, fire chief and road commissioner. He was a logger and owned and operated a sawmill. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Carmie Jr., Francis and Michael; two daughters, Louise Butterfield and Cathy Simpson; a stepson, David Nelson; a step-daughter, Irene Lantagne; four brothers; eight sisters; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Moffett, Shirley M., 74, of Hardwick, died Oct. 11. Born in 1925 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Robert and Martha (White) Beede. She attended Hardwick schools. She was first married to Chet Meehan and later to Arthur Moffett. She had been employed at Jerry's Diner, Whitcomb Grocery Store and Hardwick Knitwear. She was a demonstrator for Stanley Products and later opened Shirley's Deli in Hardwick. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include her mother; a daughter, Marijane Meehan Weglarz; three sons, Lloyd Meehan, Wesley Moffett and Wade Moffett; seven sisters; two brothers; 16 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

Juergens, Robert W., 64, of Tunbridge, died Oct. 25. Born in 1934 in Hyde Park, Mass., he was the son of Richard and Edna (Towner) Juergens. He graduated from Dedham (Mass.) High School and received a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts. In 1952, he married Carol S. Chadbourne. They moved to Tunbridge in 1994. He had been employed as a sheet metal worker and served in the Marine Corps. Survivors include his wife; a son, Kurt; a daughter, Dawn Ciavattone; three brothers; two grandchildren. 

Hatch, Ralph J., 69, of Groton, died Nov. 9. Born in 1930 in Groton, he was the son of John and Agnes (Hay) Hatch. He graduated from Groton High School. In 1967, he married Jackalyn White. He had worked in the granite industry in several Barre sheds including Rock of Ages, Thurber, LaCross, Cerasoli and Cerasoli. He established R J Hatch Construction Co. Survivors include his wife; four sons, Michael, Brent, David and Douglas; two daughters, Deborah Childs and Donna Mardin; his mother; a sister; 12 grandchildren; a great-grandchild.

Ferris, Eldon R., 55, of Moretown, died Nov. 10. Born in 1944 in Montpelier, he was the son of Albert and Melba (Horton) Ferris. He attended Moretown schools. He had been employed at Ward Lumber Co. in Waterbury and Moretown. He was a former member of the Vermont Army National Guard. Survivors include a sister, Barbara Grandfield; two brothers, Howard and Glenn.

Grogan, Robert S., 77, of Montpelier, died Nov. 3. Born in Deluth, Mich., he was raised in Wisconsin. He graduated from Antioch College and earned his master's and doctorate degrees at Columbia University. He served in the infantry during WWII. He had been superintendent of schools in N.Y. and Montpelier (VT). He was the executive director of the Vermont Superintendents Association and had taught at Norwich University. Survivors include his wife, Barbara; three children, Paul, Janet Green and Sara Milano; six grandchildren; three brothers.

Lynch, Julia A., 97, of Montpelier, died Nov. 5. Born in 1902 in Moretown, she was the daughter of Thomas and Margaret (Flanagan) Lynch. She graduated from St. Michael's High School. She had worked for the Vermont Department of Agriculture and the Vermont State Library, retiring in 1967. She was a communicant of St. Augustine's Church. Survivors include several cousins.

Farnham, Paul J., Sr. 68, of Barre and formerly of Williamstown, died Nov. 5. Born in 1931, he was the son of Orrin and Bertha (Hutchinson) Farnham. He graduated from Williamstown High School and in 1952, married Shirley Shangraw. He had been a salesman for King Cole Potato Chips and Farrell and Sons Distributing Co. and later worked at Lacillade Lumber Co. in Williamstown. He had served in the Army from 1950-52, and was a member of the East Barre and Williamstown fire departments. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Paul Jr. , Douglas and Gregory; two brothers; two sisters; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Putney, Annette, 77, of Williamstown, died Nov. 5. Born in 1922 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Peter and Domencia (DiDonato) Conti. She attended school in Websterville. In 1943, she married Francis Putney, who died in 1978. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Sylvester's Church. Survivors include two sons, Robert and Richard; a daughter, Mary Rose (Mrs. Robert) Newton; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.

Grearson, James W., 80, of Barre Town, died Nov. 10. Born in 1919 in Barre, he was the son of James and Leona (Smith) Grearson II. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He had served in the Army during WWII. He began working in the family granite business, Grearson and Lane Inc., and later he and his brother, Lloyd, continued its operation. He retired in 1989. He was first married to Lillian Robinson and in 1968, married Lucille Beltrami Sartelle. Survivors include his wife; their daughter, Leona Bizzozero; a step-daughter, Debra Sartelle; a step-son, James Sartelle; four grandchildren; cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Kiley, Evelyn M., 97, of Woodbury, died Nov. 10. Born in 1902 in Clinton, Mass., she was the daughter of Timothy and Mary (Coyne) Kiley. She graduated from Clinton High School. She had worked at Wachusett Co-op Bank, Clinton Trust Co. and Worcester County National Bank, all in Mass. She retired in 1967 and moved to Woodbury in 1990. Survivors include two nieces, Alice Berquest and Janet Aronson.

Johnston, Robert Arnall, 60, of Waterbury, died Nov. 9. Born in 1938 in Presque Isle, Maine, he was the son of Elmer and Juanita (Hoyt) Johnston. He attended schools in Easton, Maine. He was employed as a construction worker for several different companies including the City of Montpelier. Survivors include his wife, Romona Coffin Johnston; one son, David; two daughters, Bobbi Jo Riendeau and Sue Ann Coffin; two stepsons, Gregg Coffin and Michael Coffin; a step-daughter, Shirley Marshall; three sisters; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Butler, Francis E., 66, of East Orange, died Nov. 9. Born in 1933 in Eden, he attended Vershire and Eden schools. He was married to Mable Downing, who died in 1983. In 1992, he married Ann Dunphy. He was employed at the Rock of Ages Granite Quarries in Barre and had served in the Army. Survivors include his wife; a son, Stewart; three daughters, Sonya McLam, Susan Cadorette and Sandra Farnham; a step-daughter, Sarah Adams; seven grandchildren; three sisters; three brothers.

Blaine, Marshall F., 87, of Barre, died Nov. 10. Born in 1911 in Williamstown, he was the son of Alfred and Amelia (Therrien) Blaine. He graduated from Charlestown High School in Charlestown, N.H. In 1935, he married Christie Howard, who died in 1991. He operated his father's market business and sold Christmas wreaths. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include two sons, Allan and Brian; a daughter, Sylvia Wynn; two grandchildren.

Sinclair, Anne P., 80, of Berlin, died Nov. 12. Born in 1913 in Middlesex, she was the daughter of William and Nettie (Blair) Pierson. She attended Montpelier High School and Lyndon Normal School. In 1969, she married Frank Sinclair. She taught school in Middlesex, Woodbury, Calais and Springfield and was later employed as an adult education teacher at Spaulding High School in Barre. She was a member of the Crossroad Christian Church in East Montpelier. Survivors include four daughters, Carol Sinclair, Nancy Bailey, Ruth Friot and Martha Belanger; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

Buck, Christina M., 63, formerly of Northfield and more recently of Talent, Ore., died Nov. 3. Born in 1936 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Bradley and Ruth Buck. She graduated from high school in Northfield and attended San Diego City College and Rutgers University, majoring in accounting. She served in the Navy. She was a comptroller for Self Help Enterprises and secretary for WAVES National, Oregon Webfoot United 46. Survivors include two brothers, Charles Buck and Donald Buck; two sisters, Bernice De Felice and Phyllis Spaulding; a longtime companion, Bonnie Wittwer.

Durrell, Charles M., 53, of South Barre, died Nov. 1. Born in 1946 in Freeport, Maine, he was the son of Charles and Ruth (Stoddard) Durrell. He attended schools in Freeport, Maine. In 1971, he married Brenda V. Nunn. He worked at L.L. Bean, for Goss Tire in St. Johnsbury and at Beck and Beck Memorials and Maurice Memorials. He had served in the Korean War. Survivors include a daughter, Tammi-Louise Durrell; a son, Charles; three sisters; three grandchildren. 

Douglass, Albert L., 89, formerly of Waterbury, died Nov. 16. He was born in Waterbury, moving to Florida 20 years ago. He was a poultry farmer. Survivors include his son, Larry; a brother, William; and long-time companion, Wilma Stickel.

Goodell, Amy E., 98, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 17. She was born in 1900, the daughter of Myron and Carrie (Colburn) Goodell. She graduated from Brattleboro High School and Middlebury College. She joined the faculty at Spaulding High School, retiring in 1966. Survivors include two cousins, Marilyn M. Benton and Barbara T. Chapman.

Drinkwine, LeRoy A., 74, of Northfield, died Nov. 15. Born in 1924 in Northfield, he was the son of Fred and Maude (Sorell) Drinkwine. He attended Northfield High School. In 1952, he married Josephine Murray. He was a computer technician at National Life, retiring in 1986. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Survivors include a son, John; two daughters, Cheryl McKinnon and Melissa Rabin; two brothers; two sisters; nine grandchildren.

Senter, Darold H., 92, of Montpelier, died Nov. 13. Born in 1907 in Middlesex, he was the son of Henry and Grace (Avery) Senter. He attended Middlesex schools. In 1933, he married Agnes Hughes. He was self-employed at Senter Construction Co. He had also been road commissioner in Berlin and Worcester and selectman in Worcester. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Barbara Huang; three sons, Bradley, Terry and Kevin; a sister; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

Warnes, Velia A., 88, of Barre City, died Nov. 13. Born in 1910 in Quincy, Mass., she was the daughter of Joseph and Maria (Monti) Catto. The family moved to Barre where she attended schools. She was employed at Woolworth Store and in 1937, married Wendell R. Warnes. She was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include her husband; one daughter, Marilyn Isabelle; one sister; six grandchildren;six great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Lurvey, Gordon W., 63, of Hardwick, died Nov. 9. Born in 1935, he was the son of Lucian and Hazel (Leavitt) Lurvey. He attended schools in Greensboro Bend. In 1953, he married Gloria Machia. In earlier years, he worked at Grossman Lumber Mill in Greensboro Bend and Sam Daniels Manufacturing in Hardwick. More recently, he worked at Pelletier Lumber Co. in Hardwick, retiring in 1997. Survivors include his wife; a son, Ernest; two daughters, Terri and Tammy.

VanDusen, Harold L., 84, of Tunbridge, died Nov. 11. Born in 1925 in Syracuse, N.Y., he was the son of Dr. Albert and Mrs. Chloe Lewis VanDusen. He attended Mount Hermon School in Mass. and the College of Wooster in Ohio. He earned his masters degree at the School of Advanced International Studies of Johns Hopkins and and served as a research analyst and teacher of Russian studies. He served in the Armed Forces during WWII. In 1947, he married Mary Ellen McCarron. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Janet Smoker; two sons, Philip and Fred; five grandchildren.

Curtis, Phillip A., 69, formerly of Montpelier, died Nov. 16. Born in 1930 in Barre, he was the son of Olif and Bessie (Page) Curtis. His wife, E. June Farnham, died April 26. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service and also as a minister for the Church of Christ. He had served in the Army. Survivors include two sons, Gary and Dale; a daughter, Nancy Curtin; a half-sister; five grandchildren.

Beyerle, Terry, 62, of Hardwick, died Nov. 17. Born in 1936 in Bronx, N.Y., she was the daughter of James Kenny and Helen Vanderbeck. Her husband, George, died in 1975. She was a self-employed housecleaner and a communicant of St. Norbert's Catholic Church. Survivors include three sons, Vincent Torre, Richard Torre and George Beyerle Jr.; two daughters, Geri Wills and Toni May; three brothers; four grandchildren.

Blaine, Marshall E., 88, of Barre, died Nov. 10. Born in 1911 in Williamstown, he was the son of Alfred and Amelia (Terrien) Blaine. He graduated from Charlestown High School in Charlestown, N.H. In 1935, he married Christie Howard, who died in 1991. He operated a farmers' market business out of his truck and sold Christmas wreaths. He was a member of St. Monica's Church in Barre. Survivors include two sons, Allen and Brian; a daughter, Sylvia Wynn; two grandchildren.

Bannon, Jean L., formerly of Barre, died Nov. 17. Born in 1922 in Hanover, N.H., she was the daughter of George and Anna (Beaton) Lackey. She graduated from Spaulding High School and attended Vermont Junior College. She had been married to Robert LaClair and Robert Bannon. She was a former member of St. Augustine's Church in Montpelier. Survivors include two sons, Jim LaClair and Michael Bannon; two daughters, Joan Brennan and Theresa Bannon; three grandchildren.

Pecor, Corey A., 27, of Barre City, died Nov. 16. Born in 1972 in Berlin, he was the son of Theodore Pecor and Marlene Tousignant. He attended schools in Barre and graduated from Spaulding High School. He had served in the Army and the Vermont National Guard. He attended Champlain College, receiving his bachelors degree in business management. He had been employed at MACRO International and more recently at Enterprise Rent-A-Car on the Barre-Montpelier Road. In 1995, he married Moira Ann Bench. Survivors include his wife; his father and mother; two brothers, Jason and Theodore III; his grandparents; his mother-in-law; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Gaudette, Gertrude R., 96, formerly of Montpelier, died Nov. 8. She was born in 1903 in Grau, Friesland, Netherlands and came to America when she was 10. She married Bertie Arthur Reed and they moved to Montpelier. He died in 1947. In 1949, she married Homer Gaudette, who died in 1987. They moved to Chicago, where she had worked for United Insurance Company. Survivors include two sons, Thomas Reed and David Reed; one daughter, Charlene Reed; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; a devoted friend, Frances Cellura.

Bruce, Rena E., 101, of Williamstown, died Nov. 7. Born in 1898 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Burton and Nettie Mae (Cheney) Bruce. She attended Williamstown schools, graduating from Williamstown High School and Goddard Seminary Business School. She assisted in the operation of the family farm and was a member of the Williamstown Congregational Church. Survivors include six nieces; one nephew; grandnieces and grandnephews.

Ashton, Anna D., 97, of Northfield, died Nov. 6. Born in 1982 in Northfield, she was the daughter of Jeremiah and Margaret (Clark) Donahue. She graduated from Northfield High School. In 1925, she married Merton e. Ashton, who died in 1973. She taught school in St. Albans and later Northfield. She also worked in the family store Donahue Finer Foods in Northfield. She was affiliated with the St. John the Evangelist Church in Northfield. Survivors include one son, Merton Jr.; a daughter, Margaret Plourde; 11 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren.

Aierstok, M. Dorothy, 94, of Randolph, died Nov. 7. Born in 1905 in Newark, N.J., she was the daughter of William and Matilda (Gutekunst) Aierstok. She graduated from Berenger High School in N.J. and St. Barnabas Hospital School of Nursing in N.J. She worked as a registered nurse at the Presbyterian Hospital in Newark, N.J., Somerset Hospital and at Rutgers University. She moved to Vermont in 1951 and worked at Gifford Memorial Hospital and later at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, retiring in 1968. Survivors include a friend, Jessie Fiske.

Weeks, Roger C., 53, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 17. Born in 1946, he was the son of Carroll and Dorothy (Jerry) Weeks. He graduated from Spaulding High School and served in the Navy. In 1971, he married Penilee Burns. He was employed at IBM. Survivors include two daughters, Tracy Weeks and Siobhan Weeks; a son, Kevin Weeks; his mother and stepfather; two brothers; two sisters.

Dunn, Raymond L., 80, of Upper Graniteville, died Nov. 7. Born in 1918 in North Walpole, N.H., he was the son of John and Ellen (Powers) Dunn. He attended schools in North Walpole and served in the Navy during WWII. He had worked as a carpenter and at the Rock of Ages Corp., retiring in 1980. He was a member of the St. Sylvester Church. In 1947, he married Margaret Bagley, who died in May. Survivors include one daughter, Lena Foster; one son, Lawrence Dunn; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Bemis, Eva, 95, of Hardwick, died Nov. 18. Born in 1904 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Giacomo Bardelli and Rosa Cazerico. She graduated from Hardwick Academy. In 1923, she married Waldo Bemis, who died in 1977. They owned Bemis Col and Oil, Bemis Variety Store and several apartment buildings in Hardwick. She was a member of the United Church in Hardwick. Survivors include a niece, Phyllis Zecchinelli; a great-niece, Judith Nudd; a great-nephew, Vincent Zecchinelli.

Downing, Hannah G., 93, formerly of Waitsfield and Washington, died Nov. 12. Born in 1906 in West Fairlee, she was the daughter of Robert and Minnie (Grenier) Wilcox. She attended schools in Waitsfield. In 1922, she married Lawrence Downing Sr., who died in 1982. They operated the family farm in Washington until moving to Corinth in 1961. She was a homemaker. Survivors include five daughters, Mary Claflin, Madeline Martell, Shirley Tillotson, Arline Boudreau and Lyle Downing; a sister; a brother; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.

Magoon, Glenn J., 37, of Stowe, died Nov. 9. Born in 1962 in Stowe, he was the son of Nancy and Glendon Magoon. He was educated in the Stowe school system and was employed by the Stowe Mountain Resort. He married Debra Mongeur on May 29. Survivors include his wife; a stepson, Eric Mongeur; a brother, Gordon; a sister, Amber Byrne.

Pepin, Ninette, 73, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 11. Born in 1926 in Newport, she was the daughter of Maurice and Alice Pepin. She graduated from Spaulding High School and attended art school in New York City. She was secretary to the commissioner of the New York Banking Department at the World Trading Center and moved to Barre and became a committee assistant in the Vermont Legislative Council. She moved to PA in 1997. Survivors include a sister, Cecile Sargent; 12 nephews and nieces.

Florucci, Minnie E., 86, of Barre, died Nov. 12. Born in 1912 in Beebe Plains, Quebec, she was the daughter of George and Isabel (Black) Rennie. She moved to Barre in 1913, attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1929, she married Elsio Florucci, who died in 1976. She was a long-time member of the Hedding Methodist United Methodist Church. Survivors include three sons, David, Alexander and Alan; four daughters, Eleanor Carpenter, Margaret Grenier, Betsy Pierce and Kathleen Santa Maria; a brother; 23 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

MacCormack, Bella R., 78, of Barre, died Nov. 15. Born in 1921, she was the daughter of Pedro and Fulgencia (Abascal Cantolla) Ruiz. She attended Spaulding High School. In 1943, she married Lloyd MacCormack, who died in 1987. She was a sales clerk at Woolworth's and Fishman's and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Berlin. Survivors include a son, Lloyd Jr.; two daughters, Nancy McFadzean and Rosemary Averill; two sisters; seven grandchildren.

Smith, Russell C., of Manchester, MI, died Nov. 5. He was born in 1917 in Lake Linden, MI. In 1941, he married Mildred Eldora Shupe, who died in 1985. He served in the Civilian Conservation Corps and in the Merchant Marines during WWII. He became a journeymen electrician. Survivors include one son, Russell C. (Skip) Smith; two daughters, April Smith and Vickie Smith; two grandchildren; a brother.

PIERCE, BENJAMIN G., 85, of Groton, died Nov. 20. Born in 1913 in Groton, he was the son of Edgar and Minnie (Johnson) Pierce. He had worked at Rock of Ages Granite Company and was a former member of the Groton United Methodist Church in Groton. Survivors include a son, Philip C.; a daughter, Cheryl Sargent; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

SPOONER, RACHEL, 73, formerly of Plainfield, died Oct. 30. Born in 1926 in Marshfield, she grew up there and graduated from Marshfield High School. She attended Champlain Business college and worked as the private secretary of the president of Blaine Manufacturing in Vermont. She moved to Alaska in 1968 and worked in the assessor's office of the Kenai Peninsula Borough, retiring in 1984. She was married to Walter Spooner for 51 years. She was a member of the Nikiski Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband; a nephew, Bruce Melvin; a niece, Leslie Field.

HILL, DEAN E., 90, of Barre, died Nov. 22. Born in 1909 in Marshfield, she was the son of George Archie and Henrietta (Wilkins) Hill. He attended Marshfield school and graduated from Spaulding High School. He served in the Army during WWII. He operated the D.E. Hill Oil Company in Barre, retiring in 1969. He was first married to Ruth Martin, who died in 1951. He later married Ruth Andrus. He had been a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church in Barre. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Douglas and Robert; three grandchildren.

ST. CYR, AMBER E., 80, of Plainfield, died Nov. 22. Born in 1918 in West Woodbury, she was the daughter of William and Stella (Hadley) Powers. She was a lifelong resident of Plainfield and was predeceased by her husband in 1965. Survivors include a son, Albert; two brothers; a sister; two granddaughters; several nieces and nephews.

BASHAW, EVERETT M., 81, of Plainfield, died Nov. 21. Born in 1918 in Cabot, he was the son of Philix Bashaw and Martha (Spaulding) Bashaw. He attended school in Cabot and served in the Navy. In 1943, he married Louise Bean. He was an automotive mechanic for 35 years. Survivors include his wife; one sister, Irene Edwards; many nieces and nephews and cousins.

ROBERTS, JOYCE C., 61, of Royalton, died Nov. 20. Born in 1938 in Oakland, Calif., she was the daughter of William and Florence (Miller) Baird. She attended Roosevelt High School in Calif. and Tacoma High School in Washington. In 1956, she married Paul Roberts. She has worked at Ethan Allen Co. in Randolph. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Gary, Greg and Guy; two daughters, Loretta Thresher and Kathy Dyer; her mother; two brothers; two sisters; 13 grandchildren.

PERRY, JOHN M., MD, 79, of Lower Graniteville, died Nov. 21. Born in 1920 in Marshfield, he was the son of C. Harold and Elizabeth (Skinner) Perry. He attended Plainfield schools and graduated from Plainfield High school. He graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Science Degree and from the University of Vermont College of Medicine as a Doctor of Medicine. He served with the Navy during WWII. He opened his practice in Lower Graniteville and later opened the Perry Medical Clinic, retiring in 1988. Survivors include the mother of his children, Ila M. Perry; three sons, John Jr., Dr. Timothy J. and James; three daughters, Nancy Nye, Vicki Perry and Jane Perry; 18 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers; his companion La Nae Johnson; nieces and nephews.

LYFORD, GEORGE C., 74, of Chelsea, died Nov. 22. Born in 1925 in Chelsea, he was the son of George and Mary (Goulette) Lyford. He graduated from Chelsea High School and in 1945, married Thelma Burbank. He had worked on local farms and in 1956, he and his wife purchased the Russell Corwin farm. He worked for the Agricultural Conservation Program of Orange County, served as selectman for the town of Chelsea and was on the town Republican Committee. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Richard, Douglas and Alan; two daughters, Donnalyn Colby and Diantha Rochefort; four brothers; three sisters; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

CEDARSTAFF, LOREEN F., 72, of Royalton, died Nov. 20. Born in 1927, she was the daughter of Chester and Mildred (Ewing) Chaffee. She attended Michigan State University and in 1947, married Burton Cedarstaff. They moved from Michigan to Royalton in 1985. She had been employed as a lab technician at Michigan State University. Survivors include her husband; three sons, Gerald, David and Thomas; three daughters, Linnea Shaw, Karen Hocking and Diane Schneider; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

HOLT, ROY F., 91, of Plainfield, died Nov. 26. Born in 1908 in Plainfield, he was the son of Wallace and Grace (Tucker) Holt. He attended school in Plainfield. In 1930, he married Harriet Bolton, who died in 1986. He was road commissioner for the town of Marshfield, retiring in 1973. He was a member of the Pentecostal Church of Plainfield. Survivors include two granddaughters Joelle and Cynthia; three great-grandsons; a sister; his caregiver his niece, Kay Parton; other nieces and nephews and a great-niece.

CORROW, JOYCE, 72, of Hardwick, died Nov. 21. Born in 1927 in Morrisville, she was the daughter of Nettie Louise Bidwell. She attended People's Academy. In 1946, she married Otis Corrow. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Carlton and Dan; two daughters, Denise Bishop and Jeannine Erpelding; a sister; eight grandchildren.

CAREY, THOMAS E., 65, of Montpelier, died Nov. 21. Born in 1934 in Harrison, N.J., he was the son of Edward Patrick and Helen (McArthur) Carey. He received his education from St. Benedicts Prep School in N.J. and received a BA in Sociology and Economics from St. Francis College in PA. In 1958, he married Carol Clark. He worked for the state of Vermont in the Social Welfare Department. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, Cathleen Tella, Patricia Carey and Colleen Carey; a son, Thomas; five grandchildren; three brothers; one sister; nieces and nephews.

LIFF, SYDNEY, 86, of Adamant, died Nov. 21. Born in 1913 in Newark, N.J., he was the son of Morris and Rose (Wilderman) Liff. He received a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan. In 1951, he married Margaret Cahill. He retired in 1978 as a vocation rehabilitation counselor for the state of Vermont. He had served in the Navy during WWII. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Michael and Chris; two daughters, Monica Liff and Rachel Liff; two grandchildren.

VASSEUR, MARION GOULD, 66, of Barre, died Nov. 24. Born in 1933 in Barre, she was the daughter of Clarence and Rachel (Beckman) Gould. She graduated from Spaulding High School. She had been a stock clerk for the Capital Candy Company of Barre. She was a member of the Hedding Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, Ernest; two grandchildren; a brother; a sister; nieces and nephews; and long-time companion, Byron Wahl.

MURRAY, ADELINE L., 84, of Barre, died Nov. 25. Born in 1915 in Williamstown, she was the daughter of Robert James and Margret Evelyn (Leonard) Little. She graduated from Goddard Seminary and the Wheelock School in Boston. She worked as a teacher in Barre City and Barre Town. In 1954, she married Norman Murray, who died in 1974. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include nieces, nephews and cousins.

FIDDOCK, RICHARD C., 91, of Berlin, died Nov. 24. Born in 1908 in Bolton, he was the son of John C. and Mabel (Seaver) Fiddock. He graduated from Randolph Agricultural School and in 1932, married Lily Hardaker, who died in 1995. He and his wife owned and operated a dairy farm and he was employed by Booth Brothers, retiring in 1973. Survivors include a daughter, Ruth Follett; a daughter-in-law, Rosemary Fiddock; five grandsons; three great-granddaughters; a great-grandson; two great-great-grandsons; nieces and nephews.

DAVIDSON, KATHERINE L., 84, of Walden, died Nov. 24. Born in 1915 in Walden, she was the daughter of Elmer and Eva (Porter) Kittredge. In 1949, she married George Davidson. They operated a farm in Walden. Survivors include her husband; a son, Richard; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren.

MCKEE, LYLA H., 85, of Barre, died Nov. 24. Born in 1914 in Chelsea, she was the daughter of William and May (Sargent) Dickinson. She attended Spaulding High School and area schools. In 1935, she married Henry Newell McKee, who died in 1967. Survivors include three sons, Robert, Douglas and William; one daughter, Betty Murray; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister; two brothers.

BOYD, ALICE M., 99, of Barre, died Nov. 23. Born in 1899 in Marsboro Province, Quebec, she was the daughter of Norman and Christy (MacLean) MacDonald. She attended Lac Megantic, Quebec schools and was a teacher in the area. In 1923, she married Tolbert Boyd, who died in 1974. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Barre. Survivors include one daughter, Myrtle McLeod; three grandchildren, Steven, Ernest and Kristy; four great-grandchildren. 

FLORUCCI, DAVID JOHN "JACK", 68, of Barre, died Nov. 27. Born in 1931 in Barre, he was the son of Elisio and Minnie (Rennie) Florucci. He attended Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding H.S. He served in the Navy during the Korean Conflict. In 1957, he married Leona Edson. He was a salesman for the Coca-Cola Company and later for Calmont Beverage. He was a member of the Hedding United Methodist Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Christopher and Mickey; four grandchildren; four sisters; two brothers; an uncle; many nieces and nephews.

Hill, Doris, 90, of Hardwick, died Nov. 30. Born in 1908 in Wolcott, she was the daughter of Bert and Ethel (Guyer) Potter. She graduated from Johnson Normal School. In 1934, she married William S. Hill, who died in 1960. They had owned and operated a potato farm in Wolcott and later Hills Feed Store in Hardwick. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include four sons, William F., Stephen, Daniel and James; a brother; a sister; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren.

Maynard, Mavis E. (French), 77, formerly of Barre and more recently of Burlington, died Nov. 30. Born in 1922 in Barre, she was the daughter of Roy and Pearl (Densmore) French. She graduated from Spaulding H.S. In 1945, she married Edwin Maynard, who died in 1994. She was registrar in the Mary Fletcher Hospital School of Nursing, was office manager for Oral Surgery Associates and later secretary for Dr. Henry Lampert. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Essex Jct. Survivors include two daughters, Sharon Maynard Behrens and Carlo L. Brisson; two grandsons; two great-grandchildren.

Saia, Melinda W., 42, of East Montpelier, died Nov. 28. Born in 1957 in East Montpelier, she was the daughter of Lloyd and Thelma (Loso) Welch. She graduated from U-32 Jr./Sr. H.S. In 1979, she married Boynton Saia Jr., who died in October. She was employed as a teachers' aide at the Monteverdi Music School in Montpelier and had worked in area child care centers. She was a member of St. Augustine's Catholic Church. Survivors include two daughters, Megan Saia and Melanie Saia; her mother; a sister; two brothers.

Batten, Alma O., 95, formerly of Walden and more recently of Colo., died Nov. 27. Born in 1904 in Walden, she was the daughter of Ernest and Carrie (Woodruff) Orton. In 1927, she married Lewis Orland Batten. She had been a bookkeeper for Bailey Brothers Auto Parts in Barre and a member of the Grace United Methodist Church of Plainfield and the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include three sons, Lewis, Ernest and Albert; a daughter, Barbara Barren; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Taylor, F. Waldo, 78, of Chelsea, died Nov. 30. Born in 1921 in Chelsea, he was the son of George and Ina (Waldo) Taylor. In 1942, he married Antoinette Verge. He operated the family dairy farm and also a milk route and delivered grain and freight between Chelsea and So. Royalton. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Virginia Taylor and Donna Putney; one son, Maurice Taylor; two sisters; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

ZUANICH, JOHN P., 70, formerly of Barre and more recently of Raymond, N.H., died Dec. 1. Born in 1929 in Montpelier, he was the son of Anthony and Olive (Milo) Zuanich. He graduated from Montpelier H.S. and in 1945, married Aida Puricella. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed as an accountant for an insurance company in Montpelier and later for the Vermont Department of Libraries, retiring in 1990. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Catherine Zuanich and Margaret Zuanich-Bunker; two grandsons; a sister; a brother.

Pataki, Anna, 92, of Barre Town, died Nov. 27. Born in 1907 in Maspeth, N.Y., she was the daughter of Charles and Caroline Kish. She attended school in Maspeth (NY). In 1935, she married Stephen Pataki, who died in 1984. She was employed as a seamstress in New York City, retiring in 1970. She moved to Barre in 1993 and attended the Church of God of Prophecy of Barre. Survivors include four nieces, Edith McAfee, Eleanor Venezia, Eleanor Mikula and Helen Gleason; a nephew, George Kish.

Clark, Ivan, 67, of East Montpelier, died Nov. 29. Born in 1932 in Barre, he was the son of Earl and Vena (Shoppe) Clark. He attended Barre and North Hartland schools and served with the Army during the Korean Conflict. In 1951, he married Celia Davis. He worked as a truck driver for the Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Wark Brothers and Calmont Beverage Company and was foreman for Huntington Homes in Berlin and East Montpelier. He was the park manager at Sandy Pines Trailer Park. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Mike, Danny and Gary; three daughters, Cindy Edson, Debbie Clark and Terri Martin; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two sisters; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews.

Giffin, Dorothy, 91, of Montpelier, died Nov. 28. Born in 1908 in Northfield, she was the daughter of James and Edora (Rock) Giffin. She graduated from Northfield High School and held education certificates in photography, crafts and the arts. She worked at Kerr and Elliott Insurance and later at The What Not Shop, both in Northfield. Survivors include a nephew, George Giffin; a niece, Marjorie Greene.

Goodell, Raymond W., 63, of Orange, died Nov. 28. Born in 1936 in Montpelier, he was the son of Bernard and Effie (Russell) Goodell. He attended Montpelier and Berlin schools. He had worked at the Rock of Ages Corp. and then for the Orange Town Garage. He was later employed by Revard's Stone Works and more recently back at the Orange Town Garage. Survivors include six daughters, Brenda Sherlaw, Lori Eggum, Sharon Goodell-Donahue, Tabitha Jenkins, Amy Goodell, Jennie Halfmann; one son, Jeremy; six brothers; three sisters; 17 grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Baroffio, Alice A., 92, formerly of Barre and more recently of the Mayo Healthcare in Northfield, died Dec. 1. Born in 1907 in Arcisare, Italy, she was the daughter of Luigi and Pierina (Massari) Baroffio. The family moved to Hardwick in 1913, where she graduated from Hardwick Academy. She worked for Montgomery Wards and later was a supervisor for the Vermont Department of Employment and Security, retiring in 1972. She was a member of St. Monica's Church. Survivors include a nephew, Jack Baroffio; a niece, Thelma Baroffio; a cousin, Elda Roselli.

Kenefick, William J., 74, of Vershire, died Nov. 28. Born in 1925 in Queens, N.Y., he was the son of George and Irene (McLaughlin) Kenefick. He received a bachelor's degree in aeronautical engineering from Queens College and a master's degree in education from Teachers College of Columbia University. He served in the Army during WWII and in 1963, married Marie Doran. He taught high school mathematics before working at Sikorsky Aircraft in Conn., retiring in 1991. He moved to Vermont in 1994 and became the Orange County hazardous material director. He was a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church in So. Royalton. Survivors include his wife; two sons, James and Robert; a daughter, Patricia Kenefick; a sister.

Salls, Ruth E., 85, of Greensboro, died Dec. 1. Born in 1914 in Irasburg, she was the daughter of Winthop D. and Nellie (Heath) Coolbeth. She graduated from Greensboro H.S. and in 1935, married Howard Salls who died April 27. She had been employed at Willey's Store and later as a licensed practical nurse at Hardwick Hospital, Greensboro Hospital and Kerbs Hospital in St. Albans. She retired in the early 1980s. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Hislop and Jennie Spradlin; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren.

White, Ralph H., 94, of Northfield, died Nov. 25. Born in 1905 in Lowell, Mass., he was the son of Charles and Julia (Hardy) White. He graduated from Keyport High School. In 1937, he married Katherine Munson, who died in 1993. He worked for Pratt and Whitney in Hartford, Conn. and operated Whiteside Shell Station in Williamstown. He had also worked at Earl Auto and Rock of Ages, both in Barre and at Norwich University, retiring in 1977. He was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Northfield. Survivors include one son, Charles; two daughters, Mary Jane Cheever and Debra Corsney; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

Davis, Della, 72, of Randolph, died Nov. 30. Born in 1927 in Northfield, she was the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Emerson) Duprey. She attended Northfield schools. In 1952, she married Harry Davis Sr., who died in 1970. She worked at Northfield Wood Products and Green Mountain Wood Products, retiring in 1996. Survivors include two sons, Harry Jr. and William; two daughters, Elizabeth Duprey and Sherry McFalls; a brother; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; her companion, Walter Delia.

Welch, James S., 78, of Barre, died Nov. 26. Born in 1921 in Skowhegan, Maine, he was the son of George and Obelyn (Laney) Welch. He graduated from Waterville High School in Waterville, Maine and later from Becker Business College in Worcester, Mass. He served in the Marine Corps during WWII. He moved to Barre in 1960 and was director of Industrial Development for the State of Vermont. He later worked for the Barre Granite Association and began his own business, Royal Monument Inc., which he operated until 1990. Survivors include his wife, Mary Welch; three daughters, Maureen Welch, Sharon Welch, Elizabeth Hulbert; two sons, James and Daniel; seven grandchildren; a brother; one niece and one nephew.

WELLS, GEORGE EDWIN, 83, of Waterbury, died Dec. 1. Born in 1916 in Waterbury, he was the son of George H. and Julia (Merrill) Wells. He attended schools in Waterbury and was employed as a blacksmith. He served in the Army during WWII. He then was an independent contractor for several granite businesses in the central Vermont area. He was a member of the Waterbury Congregational Church. Survivors include two daughters, Marion Howes and Catherine Flanders; one son, George K.; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews.

Lane, Margaret R., 91, of Montpelier, died Dec. 1. Born in 1908 in Dorchester, Mass., she was the daughter of William Lane and Louisa Meyer. She attended Malden High School in Malden, Mass. and worked in Boston before moving to Montpelier. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Malden. Survivors include a sister, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Guinard, Theodore J., Jr., 41, formerly of Barre and more recently of Calif., died Nov. 24. Born in 1958 in Barre, he was the son of Loraine (Gale) Guinard and Theodore Guinard Sr. He attended Barre Town School and graduated from Spaulding H.S. He graduated from Johnson Wales University in R.I. and worked at Topnotch until moving to Calif. in 1983. He had been employed as a chef, retiring in 1999. In 1984, he married Virginia Anderson. Survivors include his wife; two children, Nina and T.J.; his mother; two sisters;one brother; nieces and nephews; one great-niece; one aunt.

Galli, Aurora, 94, of Barre, died Nov. 27. Born in 1905 in Barre, she was the daughter of Battista and Jennie (Broggi) Galli. She attended the former Goddard Seminary, graduating in 1922. She was employed locally as a bookkeeper by the Filling Station Supply Company for over 50 years. Her memberships included the Universalist Church in Barre. Survivors include her second cousin, Dorothy Anderson; many friends.

Garand, Armand S., 70, formerly of Montpelier, and more recently of Fla., died Nov. 30. Born in 1929 in Montpelier, he was the son of Henri and Irma LaBonte Garand. He served in the Army. He worked at Union Carbide/Eveready Battery. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Ann (Streeter) Garand; five sons, David, Richard, Steven, Peter an Thomas; one daughter, Linda Garand; three stepchildren; a brother; several grandchildren and step-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia Cook Garand, in 1983.

Anderson, Marcel S., 71, formerly of Randolph and more recently of Weare, N.H., died Nov. 27. Born in 1928 in Randolph, he was the son of John and Regina (Poirer) Anderson. He graduated from Randolph High School. In 1956, he married Sonja Kraus, who died in 1975. In 1977, he married Marion Gross, who died in 1987. In 1992, he married Phyllis Menard. He had served in the Army during WWII and was a car salesman for John Alexander in So. Royalton and later a real estate salesman and operated Anderson's Mobile Home Park in Braintree. Survivors include his wife; five stepdaughters, Donna Goodrich, Terry Menard, Sandra Hillman, Marie Menard and Peggy Preve; three stepsons, Michael Menard, Gene Menard and Jack Menard; 15 step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren. 

MARSH, RICHARD, 72, formerly of Montpelier, died Dec. 4. He was born in 1927 in Portland, Maine. He had lived in Montpelier and he retired as Administrator of Human Resources for Rock of Ages. He served in the Navy from 1045-46 and the Air Force from 1955-1963. Survivors include his wife, Mary A. Marsh; two daughters, Mary A. Arruda and Marcia L. Dunn; one step-daughter, Caradawn Mitulski; one son, Michael G. Marsh; three sisters; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

PARKER, HELEN M. (AVERILL), 74, formerly of Barre, died Dec. 6. Born in 1923 in Barre, she was the daughter of John and Flora (Murphy) Averill. She grew up in Montpelier and graduated from Montpelier High School. Survivors include her husband, Charles Parker; three sons, James, Charles II and Martin; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three nephews.

RATHBURN, ELIZABETH L., 71, of Waterbury, died Dec. 9. Born in 1928 in Burlington, she was the daughter of Thomas and Blanche (Morse) McDevitt. She graduated from the former Waterbury High School and in 1968, married Merton Rathburn. She was employed as a teller at the former Bank of Waterbury and the Chittenden Bank in Montpelier. She later worked for the National Life Company, retiring in 1989. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Tammy McGinn and Sandy Kallstrom; two sons, Marc Metayer and Barry Metayer; 13 grandchildren.

STROMGREN, IDA INGEBORG, 91, of Northfield, died Dec. 12. Born in 1908 in West Rutland, she was the daughter of John and Josephine (Carlson) Gustafson, originally of Sweden. She graduated from the Jewish Maternity Hospital Training Program in New York City, specializing in obstetrics and pediatrics. In 1932, she married Eric Stromgren, who died in 1968. She was active in the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Montpelier. Survivors include one son, Carl Eric Stromgren; a daughter, Martha Morris; three grandsons; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

FARNSWORTH, HARLAN, 70, of Montpelier, died Dec. 11. Born in 1929 in Springfield, Mass., he was the son of Russell and Anna (Jones) Farnsworth. He graduated from Burlington High School and received a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from the University of Vermont. In 1952, he married Doris Brown, who died in 1974. In 1975, he married Ester Havens Cook. He taught mathematics at Montpelier High School and served in the Army. He was a member of Christ Church (Episcopal). Survivors include his wife; a son, David; a daughter, Norma Farnsworth; two step-daughters, Sally Cook and Anne Adams; two step-sons, William Cook; one sister; nine grandchildren.

DIMMICK, EMILY, 69, of Randolph Center, died Dec. 11. Born in 1930 in Long Island, N.Y., she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mackovich. She was educated in New York schools. In 1950, she married William F. Dimmick, who died in 1986. She worked for many years at Eastern Airlines in Miami, Fla. She was a member of the Baptist Fellowship in Randolph. Survivors include her brother-in-law, Russell Dimmick and his family.

REINDEL, FREDERICK W., 70, of Berlin, died Dec. 9. Born in 1929 in Essex Fells, N.J., to Harold and Gladys Reindel. He graduated from Union College with a BA. In 1952, he married Helen Jean Miller. He was a software developer for Univac/Unisys, retiring in 1984. After retirement he started his second career, a ceramics studio/kiln. He was a member of St. Luke's Presbyterian Church in Minn., Paoli Presbyterian Church in PA and Bethany United Church of Christ in Montpelier. Survivors include his wife, Helen Jean; five sons, Bill, Tom, Karl, Harold and Andrew; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

SHAW, DONALD C., 84, of Northfield, died Dec. 10. Born in 1915 in Roxbury, he was the son of Carlos and Grace (Henderson) Shaw. He was a handyman and mason in the Waitsfield area, provided elder care services and operated a chicken farm. Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

D'AMICO, GUIDO, 85, of Northfield, died Dec. 7. He was born to Italian immigrants, Teresa and Gerardo in 1914 in East Providence, R.I. He moved to Northfield in 1996. He had operated Cute's Shoe Repair in East Providence, retiring in 1979. In 1935, he married Margaret Hutchinson, who died in 1988. He was a member of Haven Methodist Church in East. Providence. Survivors include two children, Nancy Grasso and Christina Riley; two sons, Gerry and Peter; four brothers.

PASOTTI, ROBERT N., 69, of So. Barre, died Dec. 4. Born in 1930 in Jackson Heights, N.Y., he was the son of Peter and Celia Pasotti. He graduated from Adelphi University and also the Masters and Ph.D programs at Columbia University in New York City with a doctorate in philosophy. In 1994, he married Susan Gillhouse McKnight. He was a statistician for the former Brooklyn Dodgers baseball team, a professor of philosophy at Adelphi University and the New York University of New York City. He served in the Army Signal Corps and was affiliated with Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Daphne Bishop; two stepsons, Garrison Smith, Blake McKnight.

NAYLOR, CHARLOTTE RAMSDELL, 98, of Barre, died Dec. 7. Born in 1901 in So. Paris, Maine, she was the son of Katherine Ellis and Rev. Thomas Jefferson Ramsdell. She spent her childhood in Maine and graduated from Northfield School for Girls. She also attended Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in NYC. In 1930, she married Benjamin Naylor, who died in 1974. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Survivors include a sister, Ruth Elfstom; five children, Miriam Wilska, Robert Naylor, Ralph Naylor, Benjamin Naylor and Paula Naylor; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

Mitchell, John, 85, formerly of Hardwick, died Dec. 8. Born in 1914 in Hardwick, he was the son of John Mitchell and Florence Corolett. In 1950, he married Norma McCuin. He was employed by Eastern Magnesia Talc Mine and served in the Army Air Corps. Survivors include his wife; a son, John Jr.; two daughters, Kathy Smith and Margo Griggs; four grandchildren.

MACKENZIE, MANUELA "EMMA", 88, of Barre, died Dec. 7. Born in 1911 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Julian and Maria Luisa (Gomez) Cobo. She attended both Montpelier and Barre schools. In 1939, she married Neale MacKenzie, who died in 1981. She had worked in the medical office of Dr. Cornelius Granai and later at Central Vermont Hospital. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include a daughter, Marcia Pauly; two sons, Allan and Steven; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister; cousins.

KARDOS, ELEMER, 79, of Randolph, died Dec. 4. Born in 1920 in Papa, Hungary, he was the son of Janos and Zofia (Nemet) Kardos. He was educated in Calvinist Gymnasium Piarista in Hungary and the Hungarian Military Academy in Budapest. He married Berta Frater. He served in the Hungarian Air Force during WWII. In 1956, he came to N.J. and in 1981, moved to Randolph and purchased the George Billingham's laundromat. Survivors include his wife; a son, Janos; a brother; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

CHAPIN, JOHN A., JR., 72, of Berlin, died Dec. 4. Born in 1927 in Calais, he was the son of John Sr. and Gladys LaPan. He attended Calais schools. He married Margaret Demers, who died in 1991. He was a maintenance foreman at National Life Insurance Company in Montpelier and served in the Navy. Survivors include two sons, Gary and Timothy; three daughters, Donna Chapin, Darlene Chapin Badger and Ann Marie Chapin Preman; his mother; two brothers; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

GEREMIA, MICHAEL, 33, of Montpelier, died Dec. 2. Born in 1966 in Washington, D.C., he moved to Montpelier in 1976. He graduated from Lyndon Institute, earned his associates degree in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University and his licensure as a Professional Engineer. He was a structural engineer. In 1988, he married Laurie Mollitor. Survivors include his wife and son; two sisters; his mother Jean and his father, Ramon; aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family.

MARTIN, GORDON E., 73, formerly of Barre, died Nov. 22. Born in 1926 in Barre, he was the son of Morton and Alice Martin. He graduated from Spaulding High School. He served with the Army Air Corps, retiring after 25 years. Survivors include his wife, Willie Martin; two sons, David and Robert; one daughter, Cindy Wiggins; three sisters; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

STAFFORD, KEITH W. 71, formerly of Montpelier, died Dec. 14. Born in 1928 in Montpelier, he was the son of Edith Peck Stafford and Roland I. Stafford. He graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy. He served with the Army with the 11th Airborne Division in Japan. IN 1948, he married Arlene Lewis. He graduated from Johnson State College with a bachelor's degree in education and began his teaching career at Colchester Junior High School and moved on to St. Albans Bellows Free Academy, retiring in 1993. He received numerous academic degrees including a Masters in Education from the University of Vermont, a Masters in Geology from the University of Oklahoma and extended course work at Columbia University in New York City. Survivors include his wife; three children, Joan Nye, Karla Kane and Scott Stafford; two granddaughters.

WHITE, WALTER L., 86, of Bethel, died Dec. 14. Born in 1913 in East Braintree, he was the son of Henry and Jesse (Bingham) White. He attended schools in Hancock and South Royalton. In 1936, he married Florice Benedict, who died in 1991. He was a self-employed logger, a boiler room operator for Fyles and Rice in Bethel and a machine tester at Cone Automatic in Windsor. He was a member of the Miller Memorial Methodist Church in Bethel. Survivors include a daughter, Jane Huntley; three sons, Danny, Gerry and Thomas; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

STEGEMAN, LEROY C., 100, of Montpelier, died Dec. 14. Born in 1899 in Ann Arbor, MI, he was the son of Samuel and Lena (Calkins) Stegeman. He graduated from Central High School in Lansing, MI and from Michigan State College with a BS in Zoology. He received his Masters Degree in Mammalogy from the University of Michigan. In 1929, he married Gertrude Calhoun, who died in 1961. In 1964, he married Edna Rands Kelley, who died in 1986. He was an instructor of Zoology at the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University, retiring in 1965. He served in the Michigan State Troops during WWI and with the ROTC and Army Reserves and the Army during WWII. Survivors include a daughter, Wilma Kelley; a son, Richard Stegeman; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

USLE, CIPRIANO "CIP", 77, of Barre City, died Dec. 14. Born in 1922 in Barre, he was the son of Capriano and Gloria (Calvo) Usle. He attended schools in Barre and was a graduate of Spaulding High School. He served with the Army Air Corps. He worked throughout the northern New England area in the plumbing and pipe fitting trade, retiring in 1984. In 1946, he married Theresa Tousignant. He was a member of St. Monica Church. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Linda LaFlower; two sons, Michael and Steven; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters; many nieces and nephews.

DAVIS, DAVID M., 39, of East Randolph, died Dec. 13. Born in 1960 in Pittsfield, Mass., he was the son of Malcolm and Geri (Tabor) Davis. He graduated from Randolph High School and from Vermont Technical College. He was an electrician and worked for Peck Electric in Williston. He was a member of the Baptist Fellowship in Randolph. Survivors include Shauna Marie Davis and Katlynn Davis; two sisters, Michelle McCormick and Carmella Tucker; his parents.

SASSONE, PATRICIA, 74, of Barre City, died Dec. 15. Born in 1925 in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Frank and Minnie (Townsend) Paul. Her family came to Barre where she attended schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. She worked for National Life of Vermont, the People's Bank and later for the family-owned businesses, D.M. Miles and Twin City Fuels. More recently she was employed by the Homer Fitts Company in Barre. In 1950, she married Vincent Sassone Sr. She was a member of the Barre Congregational Church. Survivors include her husband; her daughters, Paula Hall, Carol Sassone, Joann Sassone; her son, Vincent; three grandchildren; one sister; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

BAILEY, ORILLA P., 77, of East Montpelier, died Dec. 15. Born in 1922 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of Arthur and Rose (Jewett) Payette. She attended St. Michael's High School. In 1946, she married Eric David Bailey, who died in 1976. Survivors include three daughters, Ruth Farnham, Rena Pearson and Eva Brown; five sons, Clay, Wayne, Eric, Glenn and Gary; a sister.

WHITAKER, MILDRED M., 76, of Randolph, died Dec. 10. Born in Randolph, she was the daughter of Villis and Nellie (Dominy) Launton. She was educated in Randolph schools. In 1941, she married Gerald Francis Whitaker, who died in 1985. Survivors include a daughter, Donna Marsh; a son, James; a sister. 
 

FLANDERS, DONALD ROBERT, 84, of Waterbury, died Dec. 18. Born in 1915 in Cambridge, he was the son of Ethel (Davis) Flanders. He attended school in North Hyde Park. In 1941, he married Doris M. Davis, who died in 1991. He had been employed with the Vermont Highway Department, retiring in 1978. His memberships included the Wesley United Methodist Church and the Waterbury Village Fire Department. Survivors include three sons, Pearl "Skip", Ray D., and Sidney P.; a brother-in-law and a sister-in-law; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson.

Flint, Bernice M., 88, of Randolph, died Dec. 18. Born in 1911 in Pittsfield, she was the daughter of Ed and Olla (Cook) Clark. She received her education in Roxbury schools. In 1931, she married Carroll Flint. She had worked for the Randolph Furniture Co.

Scheck, Kathleen G., 79, of Randolph, died Dec. 18. Born in 1920 in Paterson, N.J., she was the daughter of George and Anna (Singer) Fracalossy. She graduated from St. Bonaventure High School in New Jersey and in 1939, married John R. Scheck. She worked as a bank representative for The National Community Bank in N.J, retiring in 1988. She moved to Wharton to Randolph in 1988. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Carol Drummond; a son, John Jr.; five grandchildren.

Upmal, Martin Fletcher, 38, formerly of Montpelier and Barre, died Dec. 10. Born in 1960 in Barre, he was the son of Martin E. and Audrey Upmal. Survivors include his parents; a sister, Suzanne E. Upmal; a brother, Kenneth C. Upmal.

Cilley, David Pearl, 65, of Tunbridge, died Dec. 16. Born in 1934 in Tunbridge, he was the son of Dyer P. and Stella V. (Rogers) Cilley. He was educated in Tunbridge schools and graduated from South Royalton High School. He graduated from the New England Institute in Boston. In 1956, he married Elaine R. Hackett. He had operated the Boardway and Cilley Funeral Home in Chelsea since 1953 and also operated the Boardway and Cilley Ambulance Service in the Central Vermont Valley. He was a past Emergency Medical Technician. Memberships included the Tunbridge Volunteer Fire Department and the Tunbridge Congregational Church. He had held many Town of Tunbridge offices. Survivors include his wife; a son, Denis P.; three daughters, Susan Barnaby, Patricia Ladd and Brenda Charlton; a sister; six grandchildren; three step-grandsons; two nephews; several cousins and an aunt.

PARKER, RITA A., 70, of Chelsea, died Dec. 20. Born in 1929 in Brockton, Mass., she was the daughter of Joseph and Jennie (Grant) Pokraka. She graduated from Brockton High School. In 1950, she married John A. Parker, who died in 1999. She was a secretary at the W.L. Douglas Shoe Co. and the Howard B. Johnson corporate office, both in Brockton. She moved to Chelsea in 1973 and was a secretary for the Orange County Extension Service until 1979. Survivors include a son, John Jr.; a brother; three sisters; three grandchildren.

CURTIS, BLANCHE M., 72, of Bethel, died Dec. 20. Born in 1926 in Cambridge, Mass., she was the daughter of Lionel and Kathleen (Morrison) Morrison. She graduated from Cambridge Latin High School in Cambridge and married Lawrence A. Curtis in 1971. She moved to Bethel in 1994. She was quality control director for Charles Burns Co. in So. Boston, Mass., retiring in 1988. She was a member of Christ Covenant Church. Survivors include her husband; a son, Leo Ercolano; a daughter, Virginia Ercolano; four sisters; two brothers; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.

HEATH, GOLDIE P., 97, of Berlin, died Dec. 19. Born in 1907 in West Groton, she was the daughter of Willie and Princetta (Jodrey) Darling. She was predeceased by two husbands, Ralph Bailey in 1968 and Harold C. Heath in 1978. She was a member of the Groton United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Princetta Shepard; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren.

FREE, FRANK P., 95, of Barre City, died Dec. 20. Born in 1904 in Burlington, he was the son of Patrick and Margaret (Cummings) Free. He graduated from Cathedral High School and attended St. Michael's College. His career in state government included serving as steward and business director of the State Hospital in Waterbury, state purchasing agent until 1960 and was named commissioner of the Department of Administration, serving under both governors Stafford and Keyser. His last employment was in the capacity of director of the Office of Local Affairs. He retired in 1970. In 1935, he married Priscilla Miles, who died in 1959. In 1962, he married Elva Casellini. Survivors include his wife; a step-son, Larry; three grandsons; two great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

YACAVONI, AGNES C., 80, of Northfield Falls, died Dec. 19. Born in Sutton, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of Noble and Clover (Strong) French. She graduated from Northfield High School. She was married to Donald B. Friend. In 1946, she married William Yacavoni, who died in 1959. She worked for National Life and was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church of Northfield. Survivors include one son, Donald Friend Jr.; a brother; a sister; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

HOWELL, JAMES E., 71, of Randolph, died Dec. 22. Born in 1928 in Centralia, Ill., he was the son of George and Mildred (Phelps) Howell. He attended schools in Centralia Township. In 1958, he married Florence Washburn. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked as a janitor for NAPA in Minn. and at Randolph High School. He was a machine operator at Fyles and Rice in Bethel, a gluing machine operator at Branchwood in Randolph and a furniture repairman at Ethan Allen Furniture. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Linda Horton, Mary Blanchard, Charlotte Holmquist and Paula Davis; seven grandchildren.

SPERRY, FOSTER E., 86, of Plainfield, died Dec. 22. Born in 1913, he was the son of Arthur and Gertrude (Crosby) Sperry. He graduated from Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Conn. and Northeastern University in Boston. In 1937, he married Joyce Blakeman. He was office manager at Rasbach Photo Service in Shelton, Conn., retiring in 1975. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Berlin. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Douglas and Kenneth; a daughter, Carolyn Joyce Zinn; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

CONN, RAYMOND C., III, 60, of Wolcott, died Dec. 21. Born in 1939 in Providence, R.I., he was the son of Raymond and Marian (Coogan) Conn Jr. The family moved to New London, Conn., where he completed his schooling. He served as a Merchant Marine and attended the University of Connecticut. In 1968, he married Jane Berger and in 1995, he married Barbara Gunn. He was a civil engineer, working for a number of construction firms throughout Vermont and New England. Survivors include his wife; his mother; one son, Ira; two daughters, Jesse and Caitlin; two step-sons, Ian and Tristan Murphy; five sisters; two brothers; many nieces and nephews.

Travers, Florence T., 82, of Hardwick, died Dec. 25. Born in 1917 in Woodbury, she was the daughter of Carl and Linora (Colby) Thomas. She graduated from Hardwick Academy and Burlington Business College. In 1940, she married Francis Travers, who died in 1992. She was employed at the Franklin County Bank in Hyde park, the Hardwick Trust Co. and later Merchant's Bank. She also was bookkeeper in the family business, Hardwick Auto Supply and more recently worked at McFeeters General Store in East Hardwick until it closed in the early 1990s. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include three daughters, Betty Andrews, Beverly Gilbert and Becky Travers; a sister; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.

LaRock, Donald P., 38, of Waterbury, died Dec. 25. Born in 1961 in Montpelier, he was the son of Donald and Patricia (Donahue) LaRock. He attended the Green Mountain School in Montpelier and was a graduate of Spaulding High School. He was employed at the Holiday Inn in Waterbury and had been involved in the Vermont Special Olympics. His memberships included the Waterbury Village Fire Department and St. Andrew's Catholic Church. Survivors include his parents; a brother and his wife, Michael and Diane; four nephews, Matthew, Stephen, Christopher and Tyler.

PERRY, RUBY M., 76, of Hardwick, died Dec. 25. Born in 1923 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of Reed and Glenna (Bailey) Hopkins. She graduated from Hardwick Academy and attended Johnson Normal School. She received a bachelor's degree in education from Goddard College. In 1944, she married Bernard H. Perry, who died in 1997. She was a teacher in the Cobb School District, Albany Village School and Hardwick Elementary School, retiring in 1985. She was a member of the United Church of Hardwick. Survivors include a son, David; two daughters, Diann Ross and Susan Limoge; a brother; a sister; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

WATT, HAROLD C., 82, of Barre Town, died Dec. 26. Born in 1917 in So. Barre, he was the son of Henry and Eliza (Stewart) Watt. He attended So. Barre schools and graduated from Spaulding High School. He worked for the Allen Lumber Company in Barre, retiring in 1997. In 1948, he married Olive Cochran. He had been affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church of Barre. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Linda Marineau; a son, George; four grandchildren; a sister; two brothers; nieces and nephews.

DYER, MARTIN E., 96, of Northfield, died Dec. 23. Born in 1903 in Albany, he was the son of Barney and Mary (Murphy) Dyer. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard artillery and was a master plumber and served as Northfield's water commissioner. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church. Survivors include his brother, Daniel Dyer; several nieces and nephews.

THURSTON, GRETA A., 49, of Berlin, died Dec. 25. Born in 1950 in Barre, she was the daughter of Alden and Elizabeth (Gross) Thurston. She graduated from Richford High School. Survivors include her mother; a sister, Carol Chalifoux; two brothers, Leon and Brian; several nieces.

HOWELL, JAMES E., 71, of Randolph, died Dec. 22. Born in 1928 in Centralia, Ill., he was the son of George and Mildred (Phelps) Howell. He attended schools in Centralia Township and in 1958, married Florence Washburn. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked as a janitor for NAPA in Minn., and at Randolph High School. He was a machine operator at Fyles and Rice in Bethel, a gluing machine operator at Branchwood in Randolph and a furniture repairman at Ethan Allen furniture. Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Linda Horton, Mary Blanchard, Charlotte Holmquist and Paula Davis; seven grandchildren.

CHASE, MADELINE C., 98, of Northfield, died Dec. 26. Born in 1901 in Hardwick, she was the daughter of William and Anna (Nourse) Wallace. She married Wallace Roach in 1974 and later married Russell Chase, who died in 1997. Survivors include a son, William Roach; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

SPERRY, FOSTER E., 86, of Plainfield, died Dec. 22. Born in 1913, he was the son of Arthur and Gertrude (Crosby) Sperry. He graduated from Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Conn., and Northeastern University in Boston. In 1937, he married Joyce Blakeman. He was office manager at Rasbach Photo Service in Shelton, Conn., retiring in 1975. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Berlin. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Douglas and Kenneth; a daughter, Carolyn Joyce Zinn; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.

ROGERS, GLENORA L., 85, formerly of Northfield, died Dec. 24. Born in 1914 in Barre, she was the daughter of Edson and Amy (Williams) Lander. She graduated from Spaulding High School. In 1938, she married Arthur Rogers, who died in 1980. Survivors include a son, James; a daughter, Carol Symonds; five grandsons.

GREENLEAF, GLENDINE "TIKIE", 85, of Berlin, died Dec. 27. Born in 1914 in Montpelier, she was the daughter of George and Lola (Ingalls) Chatfield and she graduated from Montpelier High School. She was employed at Rock of Ages and in 1941, married Lt. Marinus van Kleef Jr. She traveled in the states with her husband and later worked for the Department of Social Welfare and as dispatcher for the State Police in Middlesex, retiring in 1976. In 1959, she married M/SGT Arthur R. Greenleaf, who died in 1979. She was a member of the Berlin Congregational Church. Survivors include a nephew, Dr. Eugene Brunelle; two grandnieces and a grandnephew.

IBEY, GARVIN L., 76, of Middlesex, died Dec. 27. Born in 1923 in Calais, he was the son of Delbert and Edith (Trombly) Ibey. He attended Calais schools. In 1965, he married Hazel Carter, who died in 1993. He served in the Marine Corps during WWII. Survivors include two sisters, Doris Langevin and Genevieve Freeman; four brothers, Gerald, Gardner, Lawrence and Donald.

MARTIN, CLAYTON FRED "CLAYT", 86, formerly of Marshfield, died Dec. 21. Born in 1913 in Marshfield, he was the son of Fred and Luella (Martin) Martin. He attended schools in Marshfield. In 1933, he married Clara Bartlett. He had worked for the Vermont Highway Department, retiring in 1978. He served as road commissioner for the Town of Plainfield and had been a town selectman. He was a member of the Grace Methodist Church in Plainfield. Survivors include a son, Clifton; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister; nieces and nephews.

HOWE, JEAN A., 86, of Tunbridge, died Dec. 28. Born in 1913 in Marshalltown, Iowa, she was the daughter of George and Ruth (Collins) Ainsworth. She graduated from So. Royalton High School and attended the University of Vermont. In 1935, she married Charlie Howe. She was a member of the Methodist Church in So. Tunbridge and So. Royalton. Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Linda Bellemeur; three sons, Richard, James and Alan; a brother; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

LOGUE, REV. LOUIS R., of Waterbury, died Dec. 28. He was chaplain of the Vermont State Hospital in Waterbury. He was the son of John and Mable (Leahy) Logue. Survivors include three sisters, Florence Healy, Mary Snyder and Alice Lawler; 19 nieces and nephews; 54 grandnieces and grandnephews.

MORRIE, REGINA A., 92, of Orange, died Dec. 27. Born in 1907 in Websterville, she was the daughter of Napoleon and Florida (Flora Hannah) Morrie. She attended Wilson School in Orange. She managed the family farm and was a member of St. Cecilia's Catholic Church in Washington. Survivors include two brothers, Wyness and Lawrence; numerous nieces and nephews.

ROBINSON, DORIS W., 70, of Marshfield, died Dec. 27. Born in 1929 in West Fairlee, she was the daughter of Harry and Beatrice (Russ) Nelson. She had been employed at Sprague Electric in Barre and Tassie Nursing Home in Graniteville. Survivors include two sons, Martin and William; two daughters, Rose Hall and Pearl Fuentes; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother; three sisters.