Deaths since January 01, 2003

FAIRFAX- Victoria M. Theoret passed away on Jan. 3, 2006, in Albuquerque, N.M. She leaves behind her husband, Gerald Theoret; and five children, Jeremy, Letitia, Michael, Timothy and Amanda. Funeral services will be held in the spring.

ROBERT JOSEPH RAINVILLE

ST. ALBANS - Mr. Robert Joseph Rainville, age 80, went peacefully to His Lord on Monday morning, Jan. 9, 2006, from Haven Health Care Center. “Bob” as he was fondly known, was born in St. Hyacynthe, Quebec, Canada on Sept. 25, 1925, son of the late Joseph and Cecilia (Bernard) Rainville. He was a dairy farmer all of his working life. He was a communicant of Holy Angels Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 297, and the Harbor Club.

His survivors include his 10 sisters and brothers and their spouses: Fernende Tougas of Swanton, Marie-Paul and Ivan Langelier of Fairfax, Imelda and John Tougas of Swanton, Theresa Paquette of Jericho, Bernard Rainville of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Paul and Lillian Rainville of Fairfield, Jean-Guy and Fernende Rainville, Gilles and Claudette Rainville, Jean-Louis and Cecile Rainville all of Fairfax, Larry and Lillian Rainville of South Hero; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brothers, Harvey and Gaston Rainville; and sisters, Madeline Quintin and Noella Rainville.

Bob’s family would like to express their most sincere gratefulness to the staff and management of Our Lady of the Meadows, in Richford, and the Haven Health Care Center, in St. Albans for the many years of special care the gave Bob.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church. There will be no public calling hours. Interment will be in the Rainville family lot, next spring, in St. Luke’s Cemetery, in Fairfax.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home and Commemorative Services.

JOYCE G. (GAUER) POWELL

FAIRFAX — Joyce G. Powell, 74, of Fairfax, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, in Leesburg, Fla. She was born Feb. 21, 1931, in Wharton, N.J., the daughter of Charles and Flora (VanHoughton) Gauer. Joyce attended Mine Hill, N.J. schools and graduated from Dover (N.J.) High School in 1948. After her schooling, she worked as an operator for Bell Telephone in Dover. She married Arthur J. Powell April 24, 1952, in Mine Hill. They lived in Virginia for a year, then moved back to New Jersey for several years before moving to Vermont in 1966. They lived in Essex and Fairfax and had wintered in Florida since 1997. Joyce enjoyed knitting, needlework, painting, gardening and bowling. In earlier years, she had been active in her children's school activities. Her memberships included Fairfax United Church, where she was a member of the choir and director of the youth choir, O.E.S. Diamond Chapter #79 in Danville, where she had served as past matron and the Fairfax rescue having served as treasurer and scheduling officer. She is survived by her husband, Arthur Powell of Fairfax; four daughters, Nancy O'Brien of St. Albans, Barbara Collins of Fairfax, Janet Noyes of Moretown and Linda Lee of Raymond, Maine; her son, David Powell of White River Junction; 14 grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 1 p.m. in the Day Funeral Home, Randolph with the Rev. Louis Drew officiating. Burial will be in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Randolph Center, at a later date. Calling hours will be held Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, Mass. 01701, or the American Diabetes Association, 77 Hegeman Ave., Colchester, Vt. 05446.

LENA E. (BARKYOUMB) LAVERDURE

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla./ FAIRFAX — Lena Emma (Barkyoumb) Laverdure, 91, of Boynton Beach, passed away on Dec. 8, 2005. Lena was born in Fairfax on Dec. 13, 1913, daughter of the late Edward and Clara (Drinkwine) Barkyoumb. She was united in marriage to Roma E. Laverdure on Dec. 29, 1934, in Milton. Roma predeceased her on Feb. 23, 1998. She resided in Fairfax and St. Albans most of her life before moving to Wilmington, N.C. and later on to Boynton Beach. She was an excellent card player and was a member of a local Bridge and Pinochle club. Lena loved shopping, social gatherings with her many friends, was constantly on the go, and always looked forward to her relaxing manicures and pedicures. She will be greatly missed by all those who had the true pleasure to know and love her. She is survived by one son, Richard J. Laverdure and wife Christine of Boynton Beach; two brothers, Reginald Barkyoumb and wife Joyce of Fairfax, and Gordon Barkyoumb and wife Ramona of Hopkinton, Mass.; three grandsons all of Wilmington, Richard J. Laverdure Jr. anf wife Clarice, Gary E. Laverdure and wife Leighann, Bruce D. Laverdure and wife Angela; five great-grandchildren also of Wilmington, Jonathan, Brittany and Deven, Katie and Austin; one stepgreat-granddaughter, ClaeAna Mannino of Boynton Beach; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by three brothers, Bill Barkyoumb, Edward Berthiaume, and Walter Barkyoumb; three sisters, Eva Kosla, Helen Gaboury, and Florence Magnan. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, Dec. 13, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 11 a.m. in St. Luke Church, Fairfax. Interment will be in the family lot in St. Luke's Cemetery in the spring at the convenience of the family. Friends who wish may forward on-line condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman, A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

ERIC SCOTT HOWARD

FAIRFAX - Eric Scott Howard, 18, of Fairfax died unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2005, in the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans due to injuries sustained following an automobile accident in Fairfax. Eric was born May 8, 1987, in Burlington, the son of Tammy Howard and Mitchell Bunnell. He attended schools in both Milton and Fairfax. A resident of Fairfax since 1995, and an avid Patriot's fan, Eric enjoyed partying, and having a good time with his friends, which included fireworks which he loved to display. He loved country music, his dogs and gerbils, and was extremely proud of the fact that he was going to be an uncle in December. Eric is survived by his mother and father, Tammy Howard and Mitchell Bunnell of Fairfax. His grandparents, Richard and Hilda Howard of Westford, and his great-grandmother, Beryl Howard also of Westford. His brothers and sisters, Jason Howard and Nicole of Georgia, Courtney and Christy Howard, Mitchell and Nicole Bunnell all of Fairfax. His uncles and aunts, Richard Howard Jr. and his friend, Mark of Winooski, Christian and Sharon Howard of Fairfax, Carlene and Todd Partlow of Swanton, Debbie and Kevin Manning of South Hero, Jonathan Howard of Westford, Joan and Mark Weston of Essex, Judy and Jay Webb of Milton, Brenda and Pat McGrath of Colchester, Mark and Colleen Bunnell of Milton, Michael Bunnell of Williston, Debbie and Wayne LaCross of Milton. He also leaves several cousins. Eric, I just want you to know that I love you so much, and I will never ever forget about my brave brother. Love always, your sister Courtney. I love you Eric! From your sisters, Nikki and Christy, and your brothers, Jason and Mitch Jr. A graveside memorial service will be held on Saturday Nov. 19 at 11 a.m. in the Westford Plains Cemetery located on Plains Road in Westford. Arrangements are by the Minor Funeral Home of Milton

MILES A. "BILL" DEVINO

BURLINGTON - Miles A. "Bill" Devino, 78, died Nov. 3, 2005, at his home in Burlington with his family by his side. He was born in Fairfax on Dec. 20, 1926, the son of Erwin and Hazel (Derry) Devino. He was predeceased by his parents; his brother Robert; and sisters, Joyce and Barbara. Bill is survived by his wife of 31 years, Theresa (Payea) Perry Devino; his daughters, Judith Bluto and husband Ed of Grand Isle, and Karen Gay and husband Jim of Colchester; grandchildren Shelli Metevier and husband Mike of Milton, Eddie Bluto and companion Diane Mailler of St. Albans, Jamie Gay and wife Myra of Harker Heights, Texas, Lori Stearns and husband, Bob of Grand Isle; greatgrandchildren, Troy and Casey Metevier of Milton, R.J. and Amanda Stearns of Grand Isle, Alexandria and Jonathan Gay of Texas. He is also survived by stepchildren, Bob Perry of Colchester, Sue Perry of Essex, Bill Perry of Cody, Wyo.; stepgrandchildren, Bill Perry of Essex, Brian Perry of Florida, Paul and Jake Perry of Colchester, Julie, Jim and John Ouellette of Essex. He is also survived by his brother, Russell Devino and wife Hilda of Richmond; many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Bill's early years were spent helping on the family farm and attending Fairfax schools. During the mid1950s, he served his country honorably in the U.S. Army, Company B-845th Engineer Aviation Battalion. Bill was a longtime employee of General Electric Co. in Burlington, retiring in 1987 with 38 1/2 years of service. During his retirement years, he and his wife, Tre, spent their time between Grand Isle and North Hero, and Naples and Lake Placid, Fla. They had much family, and many friends and golfing buddies on both ends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Mark's Church with interment to follow in Westford Plains Cemetery, Westford. Visiting hours will be from 4 to 8 this evening at the Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Home, 85 N. Winooski Ave. Contributions in Bill's memory may be made to The Foundation Fighting Blindness, P.O. Box 1727, Baltimore, Md. 21298-9581. Arrangements are by Boucher and Pritchard Funeral Directors.

JAMES ARTHUR GAUDETTE

GEORGIA — James Arthur Gaudette, age 89, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, in The Franklin County Rehabilitation Center in St. Albans. He was born in Fairfax, May 29, 1916, the son of the late Alias & Mary (Murray) Gaudette. Jim worked as a dairy farm laborer, scrap iron dealer, wood splitter and cutter for most of his life. Jim did everything the old-fashioned way and enjoyed every bit of a hard task. He will be tremendously missed by his family and many friends who had the true pleasure to know and love him. He is survived by one brother, Raymond Gaudette of Georgia; three sisters, Katherine Beaudoin of South Burlington, Dorothy Metevier of Burlington, Eleanor Foy of Hartford, Conn.; many nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by seven brothers, Vernon, Paul, Kenneth, Ralph, Louis, Roy Sr., Robert, three sisters, Elsene Gaudette, Mary Metevier and Eunice Raymond. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the A.W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24, in The A. W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in Sanderson Corners Cemetery Fairfax. Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's memory to Franklin County VNA, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A.W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

DAVID W. SHEDD

FAIRFAX — David has gone home to God. David Shedd was born in Jeffersonville on Oct. 23, 1948, and lived his life in Fairfax, Florida and St. Albans. His life was often centered in the Fairfax community where he graduated in 1966 from Bellows Free Academy. He made many friends in Fairfax over the years by being the varsity basketball coach and by being involved with those who followed sports and local politics. He was a mentor to many who were students during his time as a coach and member of the community. He was well known in the retail grocery business around the Burlington area, having been a salesman for Farrell Distributing in the 1970s and 1980s. David's love of animals and the farm was evident in his conversations and his recollection of working on farms in the area as a young man. His sense of humor was contagious and his smile was glowing. Survivors include his wife, Grace VanHandel of Swanton; his parents, John C. and Juanita (Cross) Shedd of St. Albans; his two children, Jena Shedd and Glenn Shedd, both of New Port Richey, Fla.; his granddaughter, Riley Madison Woods; six brothers, Rod, Craig, Brent, Jeff, Brad and Jay; three sisters, Vicki Popple, Kim Charbonneau and Heather Hoben. David was predeceased by his sister, Suzanne Rabidoux, in August of 1994. David will be sorely missed by those who knew him and remember the good days. We thank the Oncology Staff at Fletcher Allen Health Care, Dr. H. James Wallace, Dr. Darin Wright and Dr. Robert Lesney. A memorial service will be held Sunday, Oct. 23, at 1 p.m. in the United Church of Fairfax, corner of the Fletcher and River roads. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Jim Bashaw Cancer and Catastrophic Illness Fund, c/o The Northwestern Medical Center, P.O. Box 1370, St. Albans, Vt. 05478.

CHARLENE M. (BESSETTE) MATTHEWS

ESSEX - Charlene Mary (Bessette) Matthews, age 59, passed away unexpectedly early Saturday morning, Oct. 15, 2005, in Fletcher Allen Health Care. She was born in St. Albans, July 28, 1946, the daughter of the late Francis and Reba (Ellsworth) Bessette. She graduated from BFA Fairfax, Class of 1964, and was a graduate of Champlain College class of 1966. She married Earle A. Matthews in St. Luke's Church Fairfax, Nov. 28, 1970. Charlene was an affectionate and proud stay at home mother. She took the extra effort as a loving homemaker to give special attention to each one of her children. She loved to knit afghans and was sure to have completed a special afghan for all of her appreciative family members. She was an excellent cook in the kitchen and creative baker known for such goodies as her delicious rolls and cream cheese brownies. She always looked forward to the quiet times tending to her vegetable gardens and times spent during each spring sugaring season. But most of all she was a dedicated and loving wife and mother always unconditionally available for her family whenever needed. She will be tremendously missed by her family and many friends that had the true pleasure to know and love her. She is survived by her husband Earle Matthews of Essex; her six children, Nathan of Essex, Alan and friend Darcie of Essex, Jasan and Kristie of Burlington, Sara of Essex, Jonathan and Aimee of Essex, Melissa of Essex; four brothers, Edward and wife Carol of Fairfax, William and wife Mary of Sheldon, Frederick and wife Judi of Wisconsin, Thomas and wife Roberta of Massachusetts; two sisters, Brenda Thibault and husband Sylva of Fairfax, Lisa Minor and husband Marvin of Fairfax; many nieces, nephews, cousins; two aunts, Beatrice and Rita and one uncle Ralph. Visiting hours will be held on Monday, Oct. 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the A.W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18, in The St. Lukes Church of Fairfax with the Reverend Francis Connors officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in Mt. View Cemetery Essex. Memorial contributions may be made in Charlene's memory to Essex Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 124, Essex Jct., Vt. 05452, or Essex Fire Department First Responders, 81 Main St. Essex Jct., Vt. 05452. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.hayesrich funeralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A.W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

JOYCE (MAXFIELD) PRICE

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla./ FAIRFAX Joyce M. Price, 81, died Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005, in St. Anthony's Hospital in St. Petersburg. Born in Burlington, Vermont in 1925, Joyce was the daughter of Donald Harrison Maxfield and Sarah Elizabeth Clark. Joyce moved to Florida in 1951 from her home in Montpelier. She was a member of the 30th Avenue Baptist Church in St. Petersburg, and retired following 32 years of service with the Catholic Diocese at Bon Secours Maria Manor as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She is survived by her son, Keith H. Stratton of St. Petersburg; her daughter, Rolene R. Esquibel of Largo; three sisters, Myrtle Oliver of Perkinsville, Ruby Collins of Winooski, and Audrey Bentley of Watervliet, N.Y; and by three grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brothers, Loren and Harvey Maxfield. A graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 30, at 10 a.m. in the Sanderson Corners Cemetery located on Fletcher Road in Fairfax. Arrangements were by the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

ROBERT W. "BOB" STEWART, SR.

FAIRFAX — Robert William “Bob“ Stewart Sr., 71, passed away Monday, Sept. 12, 2005, in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. He was born Dec. 31, 1933, in Burlington, son of the late Robert and Georgianna (Swan) Stewart. He graduated from BFA- Fairfax, Class of 1950, and later married the former Joyce McDaniel. Bob dedicated 21 years of his life serving our country as a member of the U.S. Navy on board the U.S.S. Horne as a Chief Signalman. He had the distinguished pleasure to have served with Commander Stanfield Turner. After retiring from the Navy he was employed by Toof Farm for over 20 years and for The Georgia Elementary School. Bob enjoyed being outdoors and rarely missed a chance for Sunday morning bass fishing with his fishing companions “Pop“ and Doug. He was an avid deer hunter and spent many crisp cool mornings hunting along the hills of Route 104 in Fairfax and Cambridge. Bob was a talented handyman truly a “jack of all trades and master of all“. Bob was unconditionally available to help out people with whatever they needed and was especially proud of having constructed a Westford barn cupola with a friend. Bob always looked forward to cutting wood, never having his chain saw far from his reach. He was a wonderful dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed by all of those who had the true pleasure to know and love him. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 45 years, Joyce of Cambridge; daughter Barbara Shelly and husband Steven of WarnerRobins, Ga.; son Robert Stewart Jr. of Jackson Hole, Wyo.; stepson Delbert Murdough and wife Sonya of Wenatche, Wash.; stepdaughter Sherry Lynn Harris and husband Randy of Adairsville, Ga.; two brothers, Douglas Stewart and wife Margaret “Peggy“ of Fairfax, and Richard Stewart and wife Susan of Arlington; two grandchildren, Kamerin Lynn Shelly and Brandyn Robert Shelly; five stepgrandchildren, Andrew, Randy, Paul Ray, Kimberly and Stephanie; several great-grandchildren; one aunt, Thelma Swan; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and special companion and best friend “Izzy“. He was also predeceased by his sister, Barbara Popple, in January of this year. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, Sept. 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the A. W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept. 16, at 11 a.m. in the United Church of Fairfax with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Pleasant View Cemetery in Westford. Contributions may be made in Bob's memory to Fairfax Rescue, P.O. Box 228, Fairfax, Vt. 05454. Friends who wish may forward on-line condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax, Vt. 05454.

STERLING D. WEED

STERLING D. WEED ST. ALBANS — Sterling D. Weed, 104, renowned orchestra leader and instructor of over 4000 music pupils and a musician who played for over one million people, passed away Sunday, Sept. 11, 2005, at his home. He was born in St. Albans Town on July 20, 1901, the son of the late Baxter W. and Henrietta (Jenne) Weed. Sterling joined Weed's Orchestra in 1928 as manager and formed Weed's Imperial Orchestra in 1930. He was director and teacher for the St. Albans Boys Band and later the St. Albans School Band. He also taught music in BFA of Fairfax, Milton, Enosburg and Franklin schools. He was leader of concert orchestras at St. Mary's High School and Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans. He directed the Enosburg Town Band, DeMolay Band, and Civic Symphony Orchestra in St. Albans. Recently he had been playing on the Spirit of Ethan Allen and had played at the inauguration for three Vermont governors. Sterling played on Friday nights for 32 years at Selby Lake in Canada and 18 years at Lake Carmi. He was a member of the FranklinGrand Isle Preservation Trust Fund. Survivors include Sterling's special friend, Meredith Gillilan of Fletcher; a cousin, Wilma Cowie of Underhill; sisters-in-law, Frances Flanders of St. Albans and Shirley Heller of Herndon, Va.; a stepdaughter, Judy Derby of Enosburg; a stepson, Richard Hoburn of Swanton; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was predeceased by two wives, Leona Waite Weed in 1967 and Marion Wilder Weed in 1990; two brothers, Lorenzo Weed and Ora Weed; and a special friend, Cleon Gillilan on Aug. 24, 2005. A funeral service will be held Thursday, Sept. 15, at 11 a.m. in the First Congregational Church on Church Street. Interment will be in the family lot in St. Albans Bay Cemetery. Friends may call at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 S. Main St., St. Albans, on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Museum, P.O. Box 722, St. Albans, Vt. 05478, where a room is dedicated to Sterling. Messages of condolence are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com

RICHARD VILLENEUVE

ESSEX — Richard Villeneuve passed away peacefully on Sept. 10, 2005. He was born in Winooski on May 28, 1915, the son of Mary (Genest) and Richard Villeneuve. He attended school in Fairfax. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Virginia (Thompson) Villeneuve, previously of Barre, and her 10 children, and 22 grandchildren. He married Ardelle King in 1934 (now deceased). He is survived by their children, Jeannette (Jan) Villeneuve and friend John Shambo, Ronald Villeneuve, David Villeneuve and wife Brenda, and a predeceased infant daughter; 10 grandchildren, Julie (Tiller) Charland and husband Joe Charland, Tom Tiller Jr. and his wife, Michelle, Debbie Villeneuve, Tammy (Villeneuve) New and husband Danny, Glenn Villeneuve and his wife, Sylvia, Neil Villeneuve and his wife, Geraldine, Sara Villeneuve, Jonathan Villeneuve, Kristin Villeneuve, Nicole Villeneuve; and nine greatgrandchildren, Jason Bushey, Kyle Tiller, Adam Tiller, Austin Tiller, Justin Beauregard, Danielle Beauregard, Collin Villeneuve, Alexa New, Haley New; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Richard is also survived by three sisters, Alice Arruzza of Shelburne, Ruth Comes of Toms River, N.J., and Irene Lamelle of Essex Junction. He was predeceased by six siblings, Yvonne Lawrence, Wilfred Villeneuve, Olin Villeneuve, Ernest Villeneuve, Albert Villeneuve and Exilda Rocque. Richard's many achievements and legacy were built from a very young age. “It all started with a quarter...“ he used to say. He washed dishes at White's restaurant in New York City. He returned to Vermont and began a business in trucking and logging and purchasing timberland. He treated the timberland in a husband-like manner with loving respect, using timberland improvement methods and selective cutting practice. He started and constructed three hardwood saw mills. He constructed approximately 33 miles of road in his lifetime to gain access to his land for maintenance and timber removal. Over time he became a significant land owner in the state of Vermont. Richard made and sold maple syrup to various venders in New England. He served as a selectman for the Town of Underhill. Richard designed and built three homes and was currently building a new residence. He received an award for being “Forester of the Year“. He was a licensed Surveyor and licensed Realtor. Richard loved a good joke. His sense of humor often caught his “victims“ off guard. He loved to square dance. He was well- traveled. He displayed brilliant attention to detail and worked to perfect all that he constructed to ensure its quality and endurance. Richard was a hard worker, who was stern and fair, with impeccable standards. He was organized down to a science. He was an inventor who spent many hours figuring and contemplating ideas that would make projects easier and more efficient, and was proud of the many useful and original inventions he designed to organize his home and office. Richard was a good listener, and his memory for faces, names and events was impressive. His work was his play. As he put it, “We liked to fool a lot.“ He was much loved by family, co-workers, and friends. We will miss him dearly. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church in Essex. Burial will follow in St. Luke's Cemetery in Fairfax. Visiting hours are today from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Ready Funeral & Cremation Service Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Drive, Essex Junction. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to your favorite charity. Thank you.

ALICE MERLYN (BEVINS) MCKNIGHT PATTERSON

ALICE MERLYN PATTERSON ST. ALBANS — On Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2005, Alice M. Patterson, age 83, gracefully passed from this world into the hands of our Lord. She was born Jan. 9, 1922, in Burlington, daughter of the late Ira L. and Eliza (Reynolds) Bevins. She graduated from BFA-Fairfax and attended classes to become a nurse's aide. Alice “did it all,“ dedicating her life to her family and work. She was predeceased by her former husband and father of their children, Ellis L. McKnight whom she wed on Nov.10, 1941. Alice was also predeceased by her second husband, Harlan Patterson, whom she married in Alburg on Dec. 6, 1985. She fulfilled her early days as a nurse for Kerbs, now known as Northwest Medical Center, and later ran Grey Gables Community Care in Richford. Alice worked from dusk till dawn, never resting till all was cared for. When her girls were young every Wednesday was dedicated to washing and ironing the doll clothes, many of which she had sewn herself. She enjoyed sewing immensely and made everything from baby clothes and pajamas to quilts. Alice loved renovating and redecorating all of the houses she owned, especially enjoying the art of wallpapering. Alice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy Morse and Ken White of Bakersfield, Cindy Longe and husband Tim of Enosburg; stepdaughter Jenene Edwards and husband Gale of Jeffersonville; brother Lloyd Bevins and wife Gyneth of St. Albans; two sisters, Carlene Sweet and husband Robert of Fairfax, and Ruth O'Boyle of St. Albans; seven grandchildren, Cara Morse and partner Kevin Morrow, Crystal Morse and wife Melissa Wedin, Jennifer Morse and partner Seth Morgan, Leah Morse, Holly Tessier and husband Jeremy, Maria Rosenthal and husband Paul, and Tim Longe Jr.; two stepgrandchildren, Craig Edwards and wife Debbie, Shawna Hanley and husband Eric; four great-grandchildren, Ryan Humphrey, Riley Humphrey, Cassie Morrow and Clayton Tessier; six greatstep-grandchildren; one great-great stepgrandson; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Gary, a daughter, Jill; three brothers, Rollo Bevins, Ira Bevins Jr., Bernard Bevins; two sisters, Glenna Smith and Earlene Burns. Visiting hours will be held Friday, Sept. 9, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St. Fairfax. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10, at 11a.m. in the United Church of Fairfax with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Fairfax Plains Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Alice's memory to The American Cancer Society - Research Dept., 121 Connor Way Suite 240, P.O. Box 1460, Williston, Vt. 054951460. Friends who wish may forward on-line condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St. Fairfax.

ROGER L. LAVALLEE

Roger L. Lavallee, 84 Lifelong resident of Westford died peacefully, early Monday morning August 29, 2005 at his home in the presence of his loving wife. Roger was born April 21, 1921 in Westford the son of the late Isidore and Ernestine Duff Lavallee. He was educated in the Westford schools and graduated from BFA Fairfax in 1940. Following his graduation he enlisted in the Army Signal Corp. He served his country during WWII in the China, Burma, India (CBI) Theater of Operations. A proud Veteran, Roger married his classmate Elaine Spiller on July 1, 1946 in Fairfax. It should be recognized that Elaine is also a WWII Veteran who served proudly with the US Coast Guard. Following the war they together bought their farm in Westford in 1947 and raised a family. He stopped farming in 1967 going to work for IBM in Essex until his retirement in 1986. Roger and Elaine’s retirement was spent together traveling, camping and square dancing in various locations across the country. He is survived by his wife Elaine of Westford and their children, JoAnne Wilkins of Fairfax, Dennis and Marie Lavallee of Wildwood, Missouri, Andrew Lavallee of South Hero, Peter and Rita Lavallee of Milton, Marie and Tim Maclay of Marshfield, David and Cheryl Lavallee of Westford, Ted Lavallee and Sara Stearns of Westford, Richard Lavallee of Westford and Mary of Fairfax, and Becky and Andre Roy of Westford; thirty grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren, his brother, Laurent and Doris Lavallee of Westford, his 2 sisters, Gabrielle Pouliot of Kearney, Nebraska, and Madeline and Shirley Minor of Westford; his brother in law, Norman Spiller of Westford and stepbrother in-law, Larry Leach and Christy Hamel of St. Albans Bay; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sons, Roland Theodore on December 18, 1950 and Robert Thomas on October 18, 2001; his 6 brothers, Lucien, Bernadine, Herve, John, Andre and George and 3 sisters, Marie-Ange, Yvette LeClair and Gillberthe. The family wishes to thank our mother Elaine for her love and dedication. We would also like to thank Lisa Westor of Hospice, and especially Dave Minert for the fine, outstanding and compassionate care that was provided to our father during his illness. It is truly appreciated. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday September 2nd at 10 am in St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Fairfax. Burial will follow in St. Luke’s Cemetery. For those who wish, contributions in Roger’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday September 1st from 5-8 pm in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton

ABRAHAM THOMAS PATRY

Fairfax – Abraham Thomas Patry, 14, died unexpectedly on Friday August 26, 2005 in Georgia. Abraham was born at home in Fairfax on April 13, 1991, the youngest child of Thomas Patry and Barbara Sempf. He was a very talented and bright young man. He enjoyed operating all the family equipment and working with his sister on welding projects. He also loved tinkering with anything mechanical and building something from nothing. He was a generous and loving individual who put the needs of others before his own. If anyone needed something he would always be the first one to volunteer…he was there to help in any way he could until the job was done. He was a comedian. On your worst day when everything was going wrong, just coming home and being in his presence would always put a smile on your face. He would crack jokes until we were all rolling on the floor till our stomachs hurt. He was always such a pleasure to be around. He loved 4 wheeling, racecars, paintball, his dog Kahn, and any outdoor activity. He had a passion for the racetrack and would be at the races cheering on his favorite Late Model Driver, Brent Dragon. His favorite Enduro driver was his sister WillyJane. He loved the roar of the engines….he would watch a car coming around turn four, wait till the car was almost even with him, and then run alongside of the track like he was going to race the car. He had intentions of joining the Fairfax Fire Department, and he would have made the best Fireman some day. He meant so much to all the people around him; we will love him and miss him forever. Abraham is survived by his Dad and Mom, Thomas and Barbara of Fairfax, his sisters and brothers Nelya, WillyJane, Ivan and Jacob Patry, all of Fairfax, by his grandparents Joseph and Frances Patry of Milton, and Everett R. Williams of Mariposa, CA., by his maternal uncles and aunts Walter Andrae and his wife Eliane on Evans, Ga., Ron Sempf of Rocksprings, Wyoming, Anna Haynes and her husband Andy of Coarse Gold, CA., by his paternal uncles and aunts Paul Patry and his wife Peggy of St.. Albans, Suzanne Berry and her husband Mel of Milton, Maura Randall and her husband Curt of Milton, James Patry and his wife Nina of Rutland, Ellen Patry of Milton, Stephen Patry and his wife Marti of Burlington , John Patry and his wife Beth of Milton, Jane Sanchez and her husband Mike of Milton, and by numerous cousins. Abraham was predeceased by his Grandmother Tamara Williams, and Uncles Ernie Sempf and Phillip Rutherford. For those who wish, contributions in Abraham’s memory may be made to Fairfax Fire Dept., 1-102 Goodall, Fairfax, VT. 05454. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday August 31, 2005 at 11 am in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. Burial will follow in the Fairfax Plains Cemetery located on McNall Road in Fairfax. Visiting hours will be held on Monday, August 29, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

MARION ETHEL (FIELD) TINKER

FLETCHER — Marion Ethel Tinker, 82, passed away Friday, Aug. 26, 2005, in Redstone Villa Nursing Home in St. Albans. She was born Jan. 26, 1923, in Bakersfield, daughter of the late George and Jacqueline (Cox) Field. She was a graduate of the Johnson Normal School, Class of 1942. She married Reginald Tinker in Fairfax on Aug. 25, 1945. Upon graduation from college, Marion started her teaching career in the Fletcher rural schools, retiring in 1981 from the Fletcher Elementary School where she had been a dedicated teacher for many years. She enjoyed gardening and crocheting. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Reginald Tinker of Fletcher; her sons, Gary Tinker and wife Sharon of Fletcher, and Craig Tinker and wife Karen of Fletcher; four grandsons, Jason Tinker and his wife Jennifer, Jeffrey Tinker and Heather Davis, Jeremy Tinker and Amy Brosseau, and Alex Tinker; three great-grand- children, Lydia Tinker, Heidi Tinker, Owen Davis-Tinker; two nieces, Peggy Machia and husband Richard, and Janet Locke and husband Chuck; and several cousins. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Gerald Field and Roy Field. There will be no public visiting hours. Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 29, at 11 a.m. in the Binghamville United Church, Fletcher, with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Binghamville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Marion's memory to The Alzheimer's Association, VT - NH Chapter, 10 Ferry St., Suite 427B, Concord, N.H. 03301; or to The Binghamville Church, c/o Charles Tinker, 629 Fairfax Road, Cambridge, Vt. 05444. Friends who wish may forward on-line condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax, Vt. 05454.

CLEON ARCHIE GILLILAN

FLETCHER — Cleon Archie Gillilan, 83 a life long resident of Fletcher, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2005 in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, following a tragic accident in his beloved sugar woods. He was born Aug. 11, 1922, in Fletcher, son of the late George and Effie (Burdick) Gillilan. He attended BFA. Fairfax He married the former Meredith Machia in Milton on Dec. 23, 1950. Cleon was a nationally recognized award-winning sugar maker. As a young man he started working in his family's sugarhouse built in the early 1900's and still operating today producing high quality maple syrup for over four generations. He was committed to his work producing premium maple syrup under the Gillilan Family Maple name. He was the recipient of many Blue Ribbon awards and the prestigious recipient of numerous Best of Show Awards for both national and local maple syrup contests including The North American Maple Syrup Council, Vermont Maple Festival, Franklin County Field Days, Vermont MapleRama, Champlain Valley Fair and The Vermont State Fair in Rutland. Cleon was a dedicated employee of the Leader Evaporator Co. of St. Albans where he had the proud pleasure to work for over 22 years with his son Bruce. Having taught all of his grandchildren the art of rummy, it was impossible to miss the tallied score sheets on their kitchen table, few revealing the rare wins over grandpa. His answer to the question “Grandpa, wanna play cards?“ was always a loving yes. He was a wonderful dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend, and will be greatly missed by all of those who had the true pleasure to know and love him. He is survived by his loving wife Meredith (Machia) Gillilan of Fletcher; his daughter Pamela Perkins and husband Bob of Amherst, N.Y.; His son Bruce Gillilan and wife Mary Jo of Fletcher; a sister Marion Spaulding of Fletcher; eight grandchildren, Jamie Cota, Stephanie Kirk & husband Brian, Rob Perkins and wife Mana'o, Jennifer Perkins, Bradley Gillilan and wife Carey, Brett Gillilan, Bryan Gillilan, Brandy Gillilan; two great-grandchildren, Megan Kirk, Gavin Cleon Gillilan; many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his four brothers, Earl, Roy, David, Walter; and his sister Ethel Snide. Visiting hours will be held Saturday, Aug. 27, from 5-8 p.m., at the A. W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held Sunday, Aug. 28, at 2 p.m. in the Binghamville United Church, Fletcher, with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in the Binghamville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Cleon's memory to Fairfax Rescue, P.O. Box 228 Fairfax, VT 05454. Friends who wish may forward on-line condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St. Fairfax, VT 05454.

ROBERT JEROME KING

FLETCHER — Robert Jerome King, 89, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2005, at his home on the Buck Hollow Road, with his loving family at his side. He was born on March 20, 1916, at the Fletcher homestead which has been in the King family for five generations. He was the son of the late Harrison J. and Inez (Danforth) King. On Feb. 27, 1949, in St. Albans, he married the former Theresa Girard, who survives him. Robert was a longtime Fletcher dairy farmer and sugarer, retiring in 1985, was a member of Fletcher Grange 473 for over 40 years, and was an avid bingo player. In 2003, he was honored with the dedication of the Fletcher Town report for his many years of service to the town. A selectman, planning board member and chairman, a lister, fence viewer, town agent, grand juror, and school bus driver, Bob had done them all. He was first elected to the select board in 1972 and continually held a town position every year except for a year and a half break. In 2003, he completed 27 years as a lister. Besides his wife of 56 years, Theresa of Fletcher, he is survived by seven children and their spouses, Suzanne and Paul Farrar of Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Sandy and Kelly Lemoine of Highgate Springs, Douglas and Kathy King of Fletcher, Lorrie and Mark Vincelette of Fletcher, Nancy and Ron Renaudette of St. Albans, Kim and Scot Phillips of Westford, and Bob and Amy King of Fletcher; 16 grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; his mother-in-law, Blanche Gignac, of St. Albans; four brothers-in-law and their wives, Henry and Suzanne Girard of St. Albans, Roger and Nancy Girard of Connecticut, Al and Freddie Hensley of Huron, Ohio, and Ernie and Bernie Girard of New York; a sister-in-law, Corrine Lamphere of St. Johnsbury; several nieces and nephews; and close friends Carlton Ferguson, Gordie Gillilan, and Roswell Evans. In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by two sisters, Rita Cherrier and Phyllis Morey. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 11 a.m. in the Binghamville United Methodist Church with Pastor Bruce Patterson officiating. Interment will be in the family lot at Carroll Hill Cemetery in Fairfax. Friends may call on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 S. Main St., St. Albans. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Hospice Program of the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. Messages of condolence and memories are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

JANET L. (MACOMBER) FLEMING

WESTFORD - Janet Louise (Macomber) Fleming, 69, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2005, at her residence in Westford. She was born in Fairfax, July 26, 1935, daughter of the late John and Anna (Machia) Macomber. Janet married Robert "Joe" Fleming on Jan. 16, 1954, in Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Burlington. Robert predeceased Janet in August of 1990. She spent her summers in Vermont and her winters in Orange City, Fla., where she leaves many friends. Janet loved playing bingo and cards with family and friends at every opportunity. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Janet will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by her four sons, Donald Fleming and wife Debra of Fairfax, Ronald Fleming and wife Tammy of Milton, Michael Fleming of Westford, Wayne Fleming of Westford; her daughter, Shelly Booker and husband Kenneth of Essex; and her grandchildren, Jason, Justin, and Jesse Fleming, Debra, Heather, Jennifer, and Emily Booker. She was also predeceased by her brother, Daniel Macomber; and her four sisters, Katherine Howard, Anna Sheltra, Bertha Eustice and Elizabeth Eddy. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, July 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, July 19, at 11 a.m. in St. Luke Catholic Church in Fairfax, by the Rev. Francis Connors. Interment will follow in the family lot in St. Luke Cemetery, Fairfax. Memorial contributions may be made in Janet's memory to the Vermont Lung Association, 30 Farrell St., South Burlington, Vt. 05403; or Essex Rescue, One Educational Drive, Essex Junction, Vt. 05452. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.-awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

KENNETH (KENNY) H. JEROME

SHELDON — Kenneth (Kenny) H. Jerome, 33, died tragically on Thursday, July 7, 2005, at the Magnan Farm in East Sheldon. Kenny was born Aug. 28, 1971, in Burlington, the second born son, of Clark and Lois (Hall) Jerome. He graduated from BFA Fairfax in 1990. He was a lifelong resident of this area. He was employed by Whitings and Fairfax Salvage before his present job at the Terry and Joanne Magnan Farm in East Sheldon, where he had worked for over 10 years. Kenny enjoyed snowmobiling and was a member of V.A.S.T. He also enjoyed four wheeling and collecting model John Deere tractors throughout his life. Kenny had a special gift with children and in November of 2004, he was blessed with a beautiful daughter of his own. He was a loving and devoted daddy to his precious Kaitlin. To know Kenny was to love him. His kind and generous manner was known by everyone who knew him. He was always there to help a friend in need, whether it be working on their car, or just lending them a hand in anyway he could. He is survived by his parents, Clark and Lois (Hall) Jerome of Fletcher; his special friend and partner, Jennifer Miller of Sheldon, and their children Kaitlin Jerome, and McKayla and Perry. He is also survived by his brother, Clark, his wife, Mary, and their children, Amber, Kylie, Michele, and Tiffany, all of Jericho; his grandfather, Francis Hall of Westford; his aunts and uncles, Beverly Hall, Bob and Alice Giroux, Raymond and Bonnie Hall, all of Westford, Jim and Claire Hall of Milton, Frank and Julie Hall of Fletcher, Ted and Martha Provost of Burlington, Norm and Sandy Ayer of St. George, and Steve and Linda Zeno of South Burlington; and his stepgrandmother, Joyce Jerome. Kenny also leaves his many cousins, all of whom loved him so much; also a special little cousin, Mariah Michelle Nolan of Alburg, who held a very special place in Kenny's heart; and along with his many friends, a very special - Brian Lockerby. He was predeceased by his grandmothers, Bertha Hall, and Louella Zeno; his grandfathers, Clarence Jerome, and Charlie Zeno; also his uncle, Hobart Jerome. Kenny had a gentle spirit and a real love of life and he lived for his family and many friends. He touched the lives of many people in his short life. He will be sadly and so deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 13, at 11 a.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton. Burial will follow in the Binghamville Cemetery in Fletcher. Contributions in Kenny's memory may be made to a trust fund established to benefit Kaitlin and McKayla in care of Dale Fisher, People's Trust Company, P.O. Box 320, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, July 12, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

MYRTLE E. (WAGNER) MURRAY

BAKERSIFIELD - Myrtle E. Murray, age 79, passed away Monday evening, June 27, 2005, at the home of her son in Franklin. She was born Sept. 25, 1925, in Fairfax, the daughter of the late Arthur and Helen (Cross) Wagner. She was a resident of Bakersfield and Sheldon most of her life. Myrtle was a homemaker and helped her husband farming. She was also a dedicated mother especially to her daughter Diane whom she cared for all of her life. She is survived by four sons: Donald Murray of Jeffersonville, Henry Murray and his wife Thelma of Richford, James Murray of Franklin, Gary Murray and his wife Michelle of Franklin; four daughters: Doris Royea of Richford, Virginia Geraw of Milton, Laura Russell and her husband Charlie of Franklin, and Diane Murray of Bakersfield; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one brother, Henry Wagner of St. Albans; one sister, Doris Stetson of Lebanon, N.H.; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William Murray; two sons, William and Danny Murray; one daughter, Bonnie Murray; and several brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 30, 2005, at 3 p.m. at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls with Pastor Lyle Willey officiating. Interment will follow in the West Enosburg Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. For those who wish, contributions in her memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. Condolences may be sent to the family on-line through www.spearsfuneralhome.com.

FRANCES (DOUGHERTY) BUSHEY

FAIRFAX - Mrs. Frances D. Bushey, age 87, died Thursday afternoon, June 9, 2005, at her home on the Buck Hollow Road, with her loving family at her bedside, following an extended illness. She was born in St. Albans, March 5, 1918, daughter of the late William and Helga (Rasmussin) Dougherty. She graduated from St. Mary's High School in St. Albans. Fran married E. Alton Bushey. Mr. Bushey died March 8, 1980. She was a member of the Fairfield Pond Association. For many years she was an active volunteer for the Diocese of Vermont Bishop's Fund Drives. She was a member of the St. Albans Hospital Joint Committee and saw success in the merger of St. Albans and Kerbs Memorial Hospitals. She loved flowers and enjoyed spending leisure time with her family, especially her grandchildren at their camp at Fairfield Pond. She was employed at McCuin Fuels, in Highgate, most of her working life. She had been a bookkeeper for the Central Vermont Railway, prior to being at McCuins for over 25 years. She retired in 1979. Her survivors include her three children: Brian and his wife, Marilyn Bushey, of Irving, Texas, Anne and her husband Hilario Madamba of Freemont, Calif., Brenda Turner of Fairfax; four grandchildren: twins Joy and Haney Madamba, Joseph Madamba, Jesse Turner; and a brother, Edward and Phyllis Dougherty of East Hartford, Conn.; several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, Alton, she was predeceased by her parents; two sisters, Vivian Dougherty and Katherine Cioffi; and a brother, William Dougherty. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Monday, June 13, 2005, in The Church of the Nativity in Swanton. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home, 86 South Main St., St. Albans, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Interment will follow in the Bushey family lot in St. Mary's Cemetery, Swanton. An online condolence book has been established at the Brady & Levesque web site: www.bnlfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home and Commemorative Services.

BARBARA (BOGUE) BELLOWS

WINDSOR, VT:Barbara Bogue Bellows passed away Monday, May 23rd, 2005, at her home, two months shy of her 82nd birthday, after a lengthy battle with lymphocytic leukemia. Ten minutes prior to her passing, Barbara received a phone call from her grandson, Patrick, who is serving overseas in Kuwait. She was born in North Cambridge, Vermont on July 6th, 1923 daughter of Alvin and Reba (Buker) Bogue. Barbara attended school in Cambridge, graduating from Cambridge High School in 1941. She attended cosmetology school in Hartford, Connecticut and had her own shop in Jeffersonville, Vermont and later in Windsor, Vermont. The Bogue family, once taunted as "The Tallest Family in the World", produced several six-plus footers and Barbara at 5'11" stared on the Cambridge High School Basketball Team. She married Charles H. Bellows in 1950 and they lived in Fairfax, Vermont for three years before moving to Windsor in 1954. She will be sorely missed by her family, because she was a good wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her warm heart and great sense of humor will be greatly missed. Two sisters, Catherine and Ruth and a brother, Robert predeceased her. Barbara is survived by her husband of Windsor, two daughters, Pam Duling, of Windsor, Peggy Howe of Brownsville, Vermont, one son, Bert Bellows of Sparks, Nevada, seven grandchildren, Ron and Monica Howe, John and Patrick Duling, Matt Hall and twins, Sarah and Hannah Bellows. Also by one great grandson, Jordan Michael Howe, one brother, Maurice Bogue of Warwick, Rhode Island, several nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no visiting hours or funeral service. Following cremation, interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Visiting Nurse Alliance of Vermont & New Hampshire, 46 South Main Street, White River Junction, VT 05001, whose efforts in Barbara's last days will always be appreciated. The Knight Funeral Home in Windsor is in charge of arrangements.

HAROLD J. "BUD" PARSONS

FAIRFAX - Harold J. "Bud" Parsons, 72, of Boissoneault Road died Tuesday morning, May 17, 2005, in the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans following a brave and valiant fight with complications arising from a brain aneurysm. Bud was born Sept. 15, 1932, in Colchester, the son of Howard C. and Freda Irish Parsons. He was a graduate of Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax and served his country with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Bud had multiple occupations as a member of the operating engineers union. He also owned and operated Daddy's Fix It shop in Fairfax where he repaired automobiles. He was a bold and brave individual who was never afraid to speak his mind. He was very helpful to those in AA and had remained sober for 21 years. He was married to Judy LaRochelle on Nov. 28, 1996, in Fairfax. Bud is survived by his wife, Judy of Fairfax; and his children, Matthew Parsons and his wife Sonya of St. Albans, Kim Barrientez and her husband Ruben of Huntsville, Texas, and Wendy Whisenhunt and her husband Bret of Prescott, Ariz.; his grandchildren, Kimberley, David, Jason, Christopher, Amber and Courtney; as well as his sister-in-law, Carry Parsons of Fairfax. He also leaves his niece, Susan Parsons; and nephews, Tex, Charlie and David Parsons. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Larry Parsons. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 21, at 2 p.m. in the Cornerstone Community Church on Bombardier Road in Milton with Pastor Kim Ransom officiating. Burial will follow in the Sanderson Corners Cemetery in Fairfax. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Covered Bridge Therapeutic Communities Inc. (a Christian drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility for prisoners reentering the community), P.O. Box 569, St. Johnsbury, Vt. 05819. Visiting hours will be held Friday, May 20, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

CORA E. (QUINTIN) MARTIN

ESSEX JUNCTION Cora E. (Quintin) Martin, 62, a longtime resident of Essex Junction, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children in Fletcher Allen Health Care on Sunday, May 15, 2005, following a long illness. Cora was born in Burlington on Sept. 26, 1942, the daughter of the late Ovila and Juliette (Hebert) Quintin. She was married on Feb. 9, 1959, to William Martin Sr. who predeceased her on Dec. 26, 2002. Cora was very active in community events with her friends at Whitcomb Woods. She is survived by five children, Karen Martin of Providence, R.I., Kim Reynolds and husband Clayton of Colchester, William Martin Jr. and wife Patty of Coventry, R.I., Daniel Martin and wife Jessica of Providence, and Michael Briggs and wife Tina of Warren, Mass.; 14 grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; three sisters, Alice Parrow, Odella LaCasse and husband Freeman, and Rosalie Paquette and husband Loring; one brother, Albert Quintin; and many nieces and nephews. Cora was predeceased a daughter, Theresa Martin; a grandson, Dante Briggs; four brothers, Philip Quintin, Ernest Quintin, Paul Quintin and John Quintin; and a sister, Laura Fleming. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, May 19, at 10 a.m. in St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Essex Junction. Interment will follow in St. Luke's Cemetery in Fairfax. There will be no visiting hours. Arrangements are with the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski.

HELEN E. (NASON) SANBORN

ST. ALBANS / LYNDEN, Wash. -- Mrs. Helen E. Sanborn, 95, a former longtime resident of St. Albans, passed away on Saturday evening, Jan. 1, 2005, at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden following a lengthy illness. She was born in St. Albans on Dec. 27, 1909, the daughter of the late Frederick R. and Rilla (Weston) Nason. She was the widow of Harley E. Sanborn who died on July 11, 1943. Helen was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in St. Albans. For many years she was a caretaker of girls at the former Warner Home, after which she was employed at the JC Penney store and Ann's Bake Shop. Survivors include a son, Harley Leland Sanborn of Lynden, Wash.; four granddaughters: Virginia Yepez of Keller, Texas, Sandra Place of Windsor, Vt., Sheila Arnot of Eastanollee, Ga., and Colleen Gordon of Piscataway, N.J.; a grandson, Gary Sanborn of South Boundbrook, N.J.; very close friends Malcolm and Louise Bevins of St. Albans; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Harley, she was predeceased by a son, Fred Nason Sanborn in 1968; a sister, Doris N. Montague; and two half-brothers, Ralph Williams and Elmer Williams. Graveside funeral services and interment will be Saturday, May 7, 2005, at noon in the Fairfax Plains Cemetery with the Reverend Herman Benjamin, Pastor of St. Paul's United Methodist Church officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the memorial fund at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 11 Church St., St. Albans, Vt. 05478. The Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main St., St. Albans is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Messages of condolence and memories are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

MARY MARGARET (SLOAN) FAY

Mary Margaret Fay, 74, of Fletcher was called home to be with the Lord on April 30, 2005. She was born in Fletcher, April 21, 1931, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Betsy Sloan. When Mary was younger, she worked at the Giant and Ames department stores and was also employed at Union Carbide. While her family was growing, she was always by her husband Francis' side, whether they were working on a household or automotive project, hunting, going to the races, or just taking a ride in the countryside together. She raised two active sons, who were the center of her life. As she got older she especially enjoyed spending time with her family and her many friends. Mary came to look forward to the senior dinners where she met her friend John Nolan. She subsequently became quite close to John's family, particularly enjoying spending time with his sons. In all her years in this life, she never missed a week without attending church, her faith ever guiding her life. Mary's gift to us was her warmth, humor, her infectious laugh and giving spirit. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Francis C. Fay; her sister, Theresa Young; brother, Alton Sloan; and brotherin-law, Lincoln Burleson. She is survived by two sons, Reggie Fay of Monroe, Ga., and Floyd Fay and his wife Susan Fay of Fletcher; grandchildren, Jessica Fay and Joshua Fay; stepgrandchildren, Claire Feldman and Gus Feldman; one sister, Ruth Burleson; her brother, Lawrence Sloan and his wife Olive; two brothers-in-law, Benjamin Young, and Sidney Fay and his wife Janice; and her sister-in-law, Dorothy Sloan. Mary was especially close to her niece, Sandy Zeno. She also leaves behind many nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Contributions in Mary's memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer fund by mail at The Komen Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 75265-0309, or by phone at (888) 888-3317. Visiting hours will be held on Monday, May 2, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel. A funeral Mass will be celebrated of Mary's life in St. Luke Church, Huntville Road, Fairfax, Tuesday, May 3, at 10 a.m. by the Rev. Lawrence Ridgley. Inurnment will be at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

NORRIS L. GAUDETTE

MILTON — Norris L. Gaudette, 77, died peacefully Wednesday morning, April 20, 2005, at his home on Main Street. Norris was born March 10, 1928, in Swanton, the son of Norris T. and Louisa (Hemingway) Gaudette. On Nov. 2, 1958, he married Lena Dubie. He was a very hard worker, spending many years as a carpenter and roofer. Norris loved hunting, fishing, working on cars, playing poker and country music. He is survived by his wife, Lena; and 12 children, William Gaudette and Karen Derouchie, Lucille Gaudette and Joel Plastridge, Lawrence “Joe” and Ellen Gaudette , Donna and Jerry Hill, Louisa Gaudette and Don Long, Robert and Tammy Gaudette, Donald Gaudette and Lori Barratt, all of Milton, Gloria Banach, Carol Jaques, Georgia Gaudette and Esther Fox and their spouses, all of Massachusetts, and Bernard and Elaine Gaudette of Bethel; by 35 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; his brother, Eugene Holbrook and Sue; his sisters, Lucille Scally and husband Larry, and Georgiana Demar and friend Gordon Raine; family friend Jessica Bessette; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Norris Jr.; three grandchildren; and two sisters, Gertrude Goodroe and Esther Richard. Norris' family would like to thank the hospice nurses from the Visiting Nurse Association and Dr. Seger and Dr. Hulse and the staff at the Milton Family Practice for their excellent care. A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 23, at 10 a.m. in the Minor Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. Donations may be made to Lena Gaudette, 69 Main St., Apt. 205, Milton, Vt. 05468. Visiting hours will be Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

WILLARD H. BLAISDELL

ENOSBURG FALLS - Willard H. Blaisdell, age 94, husband of the late Izola {Spaulding) Blaisdell, passed away Monday morning, April 18.-2005. at his home. He was born Nov. 18, 1910, in Jeffersonville, the son of the late Frank and Flora (Griswold) Blaisdell. The Blaisdell ancestors came to America in 1635 landing at Pemaquid Point, Maine. As a young man growing up in Fairfax, Willard helped his father in the family hardware store. He was a 1928 graduate of Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax. He received a BS in Agricultural Economics from Iowa State University in 1932. and a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Vermont in 1948. His career as an educator started in Fairfax as a sixth grade teacher. In 1937 he continued his career at Enosburg Falls Middle High School (EFHS) where he taught Vocational Agriculture, Physics and Chemistry. He retired after 35 years retiring in 1971. As the advisor of the EFMHS FFA Chapter he led his students to achieve state and national recognition. He was a member of Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church and served as lay leader, superintendent of Sunday school and served on many church committees. He was a 73 member and past master of the former Tyler Branch Grange and also a member of the Pomona Grange, State Grange and National Grange. He was a member of the Masonic Organization for 58 years serving in many capacities including Past Master of Lincoln Lodge 78 F&AM, the York Rite Bodies, Mt. Sinai Shrine 3 and a member and past Patron of the Martha Washington Chapter 44 O.E.S. He also belonged to the Enosburgh Historical Society, Green Mountain Club, and the Franklin Lamoille Retired Teachers Association. He served on the Board of Civil Authority and was a Justice of the Peace for the Town of Enosburgh. He enjoyed making and repairing clocks and was instrumental in the refurbishing and continual maintenance of the clock at the Masonic hall. He was also an avid gardener and with Izola they ran the Flower Pot on Orchard Street for six years. He is survived by two sons, Emerson Blaisdell of Enosburg Falls, and Kermit Blaisdell and his wife Lois of Colchester; three daughters and their husbands, Sandra and Robert Lemnah of Burlington, Patricia and Ernest Ross of Memphis, Tenn., and Deborah and Alan Grandshaw of Enosburg Falls; his eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren: Elizabeth and her husband Stephen Hu and their children, Bryon and Meredith; Alisha and her husband Michael Adams and their children Abigail, Alizabeth, Adianna, Michael & Matthew; Anissa and her husband Christopher Seguin and then: children, Ross, Emily and Samuel; Alexa Harrison and her children, Austin and Ashley; Aneda Ross and her husband Phillip Murray and their children Zachary, Vallary and Hillary; Jesse Grandshaw; Rebekah and Sarah Blaisdell; Izola's sisters-in-law, Marion Spaulding and Ardelle Spaulding; several nieces and nephews, including Eva and Tom Lancaster, with whom Emerson has spent a great deal of time. Willard was predeceased by his wife, Izola Blaisdell on Oct. 25, 2003. They were married on Aug. 21,1934, in Fletcher at Izola's parent's farm. He was also predeceased by a son, Dean Blaisdell; and by two grandchildren, Jennifer Lemnah and April Ross. A memorial service will he held Thursday morning, April 21, at 10 a.m. at the Enosburg Falls United Methodist Church with Pastor Cheryl Heater officiating. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at the Binghamville Cemetery in Fletcher. Visiting hours will be held Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. A Masonic service will be conducted at the funeral home on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. For those who wish, contributions in his rnem'o-ry may be made to the Lincoln Lodge F&AM, C/O Pierre Letourneau, P.O. Box 811, Enosburg Falls, Vt. 05450. Condolences may be sent to the family on-line through www.spearsfuheralhome.com.

HAROLD R. "BUSTER" DENNIS

COLCHESTER - Harold Robert "Buster" Dennis, 82, passed away during the morning hours of April 8, 2005, in Birchwood Terrace Healthcare, Burlington. He was born in Burlington, Nov. 9, 1922, son of the late Peter and Mary (Lemoine) Dennis. Buster married the former Doris Utter on June 28, 1952, in St. Stephen Catholic Church in Winooski. He was a dedicated furnace repair technician for McEwing Fuel Oil Co. for many years. From 1989 until the spring of 2004, Buster devoted his time to automotive parts delivery for Bond Auto Parts. He enjoyed spending his free time hunting in the pristine mountains of Vermont. Buster was an avid snowmobiler and a loyal member of the Smuggler's Notch Snowmobile Club. He was well known in the snowmobile community for his ability to navigate the network of Vermont snowmobile trails, day or evening. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Doris (Utter) Dennis of Colchester; his son, Robert Harold Dennis of Swanton; his daughter, Eleanor Jimmo and her husband Todd of Colchester; nine grandchildren, Dennis, Robert, Anthony, Mary, Erica, Bobby, David, Nate, and Matthew; nine great-grand- children; a niece and several cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Ruth Graveline. Visiting hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, in A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Essex Chapel, 57 Main St., Essex Junction. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, in St. Luke Catholic Church, Fairfax, by the Rev. Francis Connors. Inurnment will follow in the family lot in St. Luke Catholic Cemetery, Fairfax. A reception will follow in St. Luke's Parish Hall. Memorial contributions may be made in Buster's memory to Vermont Association of Snow Travelers, V.A.S.T., 41 Granger Road, Barre, Vt. 05641. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of A.W. Rich Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Essex Junction.

LANDON J. ROBTOY, SR.

ST. ALBANS -- Landon J. Robtoy, Sr., 80, a long-time resident of St. Albans, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at the Haven Health Care Facility with his family at his side. He was born in Fairfax, Vermont on April 23, 1924, the son of the late Paul J. and Laura (Burnor) Robtoy. On August 28, 1952, he married the former Betty Arpin, who predeceased him on February 20, 1999. Landon was a truck driver for the former Clark and Palan Fruit Company in St. Albans. He loved the outdoors, had a joy for fishing in his earlier years, and loved tinkering on his trucks with his grandsons. His greatest love of all was spending time with his family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his seven sons, Carroll and Gwen of Fairfax, John and Debbie of St. Albans, Ronald and Elaine of St. Albans, Louis and Lorraine of St. Albans, Mike of St. Albans, Landon Jr. of St. Albans, Eddie and Kim of Enosburg; his seven daughters, Pauline Demag of St. Albans, Sandy and Dan Scanlon of St. Albans, Laura L'Esperance of St. Albans, Joanne Chaplin and her friend, Ron Tedford of St. Albans Bay, Marlene and Dan Lambert of St. Albans, Cora and Scott Levick of St. Albans and Dora and Mike Brodeur of Swanton; fifty-five grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife, Betty, he was predeceased by his son, David Robtoy, Sr., on March 5, 1999, his daughter, Darlene Beaudry, on January 15, 2001, and 11 grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 4, 2005, at 11 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Lake Street, with the Reverend David Kiyingi celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be in the family lot in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Vermont Heart Association, P.O. Box 485, Williston, Vt. 05495. Landon's family will receive friends on Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Heald Funeral Home, 87 South Main Street. Messages of condolence and memories are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com

LAURENTIA S. MAGNAN

ST. ALBANS - After a life of caring for others, Miss Laurentia S. Magnan, age 91, died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, in the Holiday House Residential Care Home. She was born in St. Alexis, Quebec, July 27, 1913, daughter of the late Leonidas and Anna (Perrault) Magnan. She spent most of her life as a homemaker for herself, her family and others. She is survived by her two sisters, Monica Lemnah of Greenville, N.C., and Gertrude Sweeney of Jeffersonville; her brother, Henry Magnan and his wife Loretta of Fairfield; sister-in-law Loretta Magnan of Montpelier; and several nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents; her sisters, Gabrielle Boudrais and Rose Anna Duval; her brothers, Napoleon, Odilon, Euclide, and Leonidas Magnan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, April 2, at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick Church in Fairfield. Visiting hours will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Memorials may be made in her name to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. An online condolence book has been established for Laurentia's family at the Brady & Levesque website: www.bnlfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home And Commemorative Services.

GEORGE R. BUSHEY

Mr. George R. Bushey, age 97, a former resident of Four Winds Housing, died Tuesday morning, March 15, 2005, in the Haven Health Care Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fairfax July 10, 1907 son of the late Charles and Clara (Paro) Bushey. He was a dairy farmer most of his working life. He also was employed for 18 years at Flanders Lumber Company and worked for Economu Cheese Factory and the Mary Fletcher Hospital. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge # 1090 and the Franklin County Senior Citizens. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church. His survivors include two daughters Beulah Hulbert of Highgate and Leona and her husband Daniel Williams of Fairfax, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. He also leaves a special friend Ethel Ashline of St. Albans. George was predeceased by his wife Grace Clara Garrett Bushey in 1972. Also by his daughter Barbara Boylan, all of his sisters and brothers Fred Bushey, Bessie Nichols, Arthur Bushey, Jessie Bushey, Jeremy Bushey, Mary Bushey and Gertrude Ryan. George's family would like to express their appreciation for all the kindnesses shown him by the staff of Haven Health Care Center. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10:00 A. M. in the Brady & Levesque Chapel. Friends may call at the funeral home, 86 South Main St. from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Thursday. Interment will be next spring in the Bushey family lot in East Cemetery in Williston. Memorials may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. An online condolence book has been established for the family at The Brady & Levesque website: www.bnlfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home And Commemorative Services.

ROBERT V. RICH

FAIRFAX - Robert Vernon Rich, 83, passed away Friday, March 11, 2005, in Haven Health Care in St. Albans. He was born in Fairfax, Feb. 13, 1922, son of the late Bert and Rhoda (Learned) Rich. He served his country well as an aircraft mechanic with the U.S. Army during World War II. He then went on to form the union with Fonda Containers where he worked for many years as a machine operator. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1, St. Albans. He took great pride in being one of the original members of the Fairfax Fire Department. Robert will be greatly missed by all of those who had the true privilege to know and love him. He is survived by two stepsons, Kevin A. Bushey of Fairfax, and Michael Bushey and his wife Patricia of West Palm, Fla., and their family; his nieces, nephews and their families, Reggie and Pat Broe of Fairfax, Eleanor and John Cross, and Arlene Morgan of Fletcher, Geoff and Laurie Broe of Georgia, Greg Broe of Colchester, Gary "Sam" and Ann Broe of Fletcher, Bert and Laurie Broe of Jeffersonville, Mike and Vicki Broe of Westford, Robert and Linda Howard of Fairfax, Linda and Richard McNall of Fairfax, Susan Flanders and Ed Lambert of Swanton, Beverly Carter of Coco Beach, Fla., Bert and Kathy Rich of Nashua, N.H., and Frank Rich of Juno, Alaska; several great- nieces and great-nephews; in- laws, Maynard and Rita Gosselin of St. Albans, and Norman and Carmen Gosselin of St. Albans; and "Duke," his favorite dog. He was predeceased by the love of his life and his lifelong companion, Leona "Lee" Bushey; three brothers, Albert Rich, Carl Rich, and Hiram Rich; two sisters, Nellie Broe and Helen Howard. Visiting hours will be held Monday, March 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 15, at 1 p.m. in the United Church of Fairfax with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Internment will be in the family lot in the Sanderson Corners Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made in Robert's memory to the American Heart Association, Vermont Affiliate Inc., 20 Speen St., Farmingham, Mass. 01701; or The American Diabetes Association, Vermont Affiliate Inc., 77 Hegeman Ave, Colchester, Vt. 05446. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A. W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax, Vt.

FLORENCE A. (BARKYOUMB) MAGNAN

FAIRFAX -- Mrs. Florence A. Magnan, age 88, a lifelong resident of Fairfax, died Thursday evening, March 10, 2005, at her home with her loving family at her bedside. She was born in Fairfax, March 7, 1917, daughter of the late Edward and Clara (Drinkwine) Barkyoumb. Florence and her husband, Euclide, operated a dairy farm in Fairfax for many years. Florence's whole life was focused on her husband, children and grandchildren. She was the matriarch of the family, organizing many huge family gatherings. Florence was a homemaker, had her own seat number 127, at the St. Albans Auction Gallery and was very well known by the auctioneers, for the antiques she collected and sold. Her birds were always well fed, her flower gardens well tended and her quilts all hand stitched. After her husband, Euclide, died her faithful companions were her pets "Molly" and "Boy." Florence is survived by her eight children and their spouses: Barbara and Lawrence Young, Donna and Roger Meunier, James Magnan all of Fairfax, Mary and George Boissoneault, John and Elaine Magnan, of St. Albans, Katherine and William Considine of Georgia, Gerald and Debra Magnan of Chateguay, N.Y., Terrance and Joanne Magnan of Sheldon; 23 grandsons, 11 granddaughters, 11 great-grandsons, 13 great-granddaughters. Her babies were the delight of her life. She also leaves two brothers and their wives, Gordon and Ramona Barkyoumb of Hopkinton, Mass., Reginald and Joyce Barkyoumb of Fairfax; a sister Lena Lavendure of Boynton Beach, Fla.; brothers and sisters-in-law Henry and Loretta Magnan, Laurentia Magnan, Gertrude Sweeny, Monica Lemnah and Loretta (Mrs. Lee) Magnan; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of over 55 years, Euclide, on June 4, 1994; also by her granddaughter Maria Boissoneault; sisters Helen Gaboury, Eva Kosla; brothers Edward, Walter and William Barkyoumb. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. in Holy Angels Church, St. Albans. Friends may call at the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home, 86 South Main St. from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Interment will be this spring in the Magnan family lot in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Maria Boissoneault Scholarship Fund in care of Donna Meunier, 2274 Main St., Fairfax, Vt. 05454, or the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. An online condolence book has been established for the family at Brady & Levesque web site: www.bnlfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the Brady & Levesque Funeral Home and Commemorative Services.

ARMOND L. "LARRY" MOSSEY JR.

FAIRFAX -- Armond Lawrence "Larry" Mossey Jr., age 73, passed away early Thursday morning, March 10, 2005, at Northwest Medical Center in St. Albans, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in St. Albans, Oct. 3, 1931, son of the late Armond and Maude (Kane) Mossey. He married the former Bessie Roig in November of 1978 in Cambridge, Vt. He had served his country well as an airman in the U.S. Airforce. He was a very hard worker and a dedicated employee for many years with Jaggers Construction. Larry was always able to find time for his family, which was always in the forefront of his life. His unconditional love will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by his loving wife Bessie (Roig) Mossey of Fairfax; two sons, Robert Mossey and fiancé Tina Bidwell and her daughters Megan and Stephanie of Georgia, George Mossey of Texas; one daughter, Cyndi Mossey of Texas; four sisters: Joyce of Fairfax, Phyllis of Florida, Patricia of Connecticut and Linnda of Michigan; sister-in-law, Peggy Devarney and her husband Ernie of Georgia; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews including Connie Devarney; special friends: Kevin and Kara Campbell, Todd Blanchard, Bob Ovitt, John and Gina Meigs, Jim and Dale Webb, Del and Elaine Sweatt, Josh Couture and Garrett Webb. He was also predeceased by a son, Armond Mossey III; and a daughter, Vicki Mossey. The family would like to extend a special note of appreciation to Kevin Campbell who stayed with the family throughout Larry's illness. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, March 13, 2005, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the A. W. Rich Funeral Home Fairfax Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 14, 2005, at 11 a.m. in the United Church of Fairfax with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Internment will be in the family lot in the Carroll Hill Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions in Larry's memory may be made directly to the family in care of Bessie Mossey, 71 Rood Mill Rd., Fairfax, VT 05454. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.awrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman of the A.W. Rich Funeral Home, Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

DORIS J. (GARCEAU-YOUNG) TAYLOR

FAIRFAX - Doris J. Taylor, 75, passed away Monday, Feb. 28, 2005, at the home of her daughter, Marlene LeGrice in Fairhaven, Mass., following a brief illness. She was born in Swanton on June 15, 1929, the daughter of the late Ulric and Albina (Garceau) Garceau. She was married to John G. Young, who passed away in December of 1978; and then married Paul C. Taylor on April 24, 1987, who passed away on Jan. 31, 2002. Doris worked for Franklin County Home Health Agency as a home health aide. She was a member of Robert E. Glidden Post 758, V.F.W. Auxiliary, and Post 91, American Legion Auxiliary, of Colchester. Survivors include her seven children, Charles Young and his wife, Donna of New Bedford, Mass., Carol Nash of Swanton, Marlene LeGrice of Fairhaven, Susan Barnes of New Bedford, John Young of Montgomery, Anne Marie Doherty and her husband, James of Carver, Mass., Mark Young and his wife, Sharyn of Taunton, Mass.; a sister, Julie Paquette and her husband Clinton of Swanton; 10 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was predeceased by two sisters, Jean Gould and Camillian Bruyette; three brothers, Gaston Garceau, Maurice Garceau and Marcel Garceau; and a granddaughter, Holly Ann Barnes. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, from Holy Angels Catholic Church, Lake Street, St. Albans. Interment will follow in the family lot in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Doris' family will receive friends on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. in the Heald Funeral Home, 87 S. Main St., St. Albans. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478, for which Doris had worked. Messages of condolence and memories are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

HARRIET (CROSS) SWEET BRENNAN

THE VILLAGES, Fla./ESSEX JUNCTION - Harriet Sweet Brennan, 84, died in the Villages Regional Hospital on Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, following a brief illness. She moved to The Villages three years ago from Sebastian, Fla. Born in Fairfax, Vt., she was the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Lucia) Cross. She was employed at IBM when they were first established in Vermont in the early 1950s. In 1955, she moved to Essex Junction from Jeffersonville , Vt., where she resided until 1973. Harriet's family and their activities were the main focus of her life. She was a devout Roman Catholic and a faithful member of Holy Family Church and more recently St. Lawrence Church. She is survived by her two sons and their spouses, Dale and Linda Sweet of The Villages, Dennis and Brenda Sweet of Lyndon Center, Vt.; her daughter, Scharle Triolo of Palm Bay, Fla.; 11 grandchildren and stepgrandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Rita Raymond of Jeffersonville. She was predeceased by Harold Kenneth Sweet, the father of their children, in 1981; her second husband, Robert Brennan; and her sister, Helen Cross of Jeffersonville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, Jan. 20, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Lawrence Church, West Street, Essex Junction. Burial will be in Mountainview Cemetery in the spring. Visiting hours are Wednesday, Jan. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Corbin & Palmer Funeral Home, 9 Pleasant St., Essex Junction. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to The American Diabetes Association, Vermont Office, 77 Hegeman Drive, Colchester, Vt. 05446.

BARBARA (STEWART) POPPLE

FAIRFAX - Barbara (Stewart) Popple, 73, a longtime resident of Fairfax, passed away at her home on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2005. She was born in Burlington on March 15, 1931, daughter of the late Robert and Georgiana (Swan) Stewart. Barbara graduated from Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax, Class of 1948. After several years of single-handedly raising her three children, Barbara met and married her soul mate and best friend, Howard Popple Jr. on Dec. 26, 1960. Howard predeceased Barbara in 2002. Mrs. Popple traveled the world with her family and Howard as he served the United States as a member of the U.S. Air Force. The family settled back in Fairfax after Howard's retirement from the military and that is where Barbara remained until her passing. Barbara was a professional in the banking community initially as an employee of the Franklin Lamoille Bank in Milton. Her career took her to her "favorite place", Peoples Trust Co. of St. Albans. She served PTCO for the remainder of her career until her retirement as the vice president and manager of the Georgia branch in 1993. As the foundation and support for her family, Barbara was the family cook and entertainer, organizing family gatherings at the lake on the Georgia Shore and at her home as recently as Jan. 1, 2005. She enjoyed reading and debating military action and politics with anyone who was willing to engage. She loved to travel and had a particular fondness for "cruising" the seas. Barbara is survived by her three children, Sheri Rainville and husband Mark of Fairfax, Scott Popple and wife Betty of St. Albans, Herb S. Popple and wife Vicki of Valrico, Fla. Barbara is also survived by her three brothers, Robert Stewart and wife Joyce of Fairfax, Douglas Stewart and wife Peggy of Fairfax, Richard Stewart and wife Susan of Arlington; and her brother-inlaw and sister-inlaw, Jim and Joyce Irish of Florida. Affectionately known as "Gram Barb" or "Barbie", she is also survived by her grandchildren, Lauri and husband Dale, Cory, Nathan, Emily and husband Vince, Jonathan, Joshua, Samantha, Wade, Matthew, Adam and Brenon; and great-grandson Nikolas; an aunt, several cousins; and many nieces and nephews. Most importantly, Barbara is survived by her companion and faithful cat, "Whiskers" and many special friends at the former winter home that she and Howard shared in Spring Hill, Fla. Visiting hours will be held Friday, Jan. 7, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in A.W. Rich Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 8, in The United Church of Fairfax with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in Fairfax Plains Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Barbara's memory to the Fairfax Rescue Squad Inc. P.O. Box 228, Fairfax, Vt. 05454. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.hayesrichfuneral-home.com. Arrangements are by A.W. Rich Funeral Home, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

DONALD W. RAYMOND

FLETCHER-- Donald W. Raymond, 66, of School Road died early Wednesday morning, Dec. 15, 2004, at his home with his loving wife and children at his side. Donald was born Dec. 23, 1937, in Fairfax, the son of Lyle and Beatrice Cross Raymond. He attended Fairfax Schools and served as a member of the Vermont Air National Guard from 1956 to 1962. On Jan. 1, 1956, he married Bernice Warren in Fairfax. He later was employed by the University of Vermont for 25 years, working with the Grounds Department. He belonged to the Fletcher Grange and was an Auxiliary Trooper with the snowmobile division of the Vermont State Police. Don's love was his wife, children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, traveling with his wife in their motor home and camping at Skyland for the past 14 years, where he made many lifelong friends. He will be dearly missed and remembered by those who knew him. He leaves his loving wife of nearly 50 years, Bernice Raymond of Fletcher; and their three children, Roy Raymond and his wife Sandra, Ann Broe and her husband Gary, and Kathy Murray and her husband Michael, all of Fletcher; his grandchildren, Wanda Lafar, Craig and Candice Broe, Samantha Broe and Derek Cadieux, Landon Dupee, Hunter Murray, Melanie and Kevin Lapierre, Torrey Sise and Derek Tetrault; his great-grandchildren, Lyle Broe, MaKayla Dupee, Alicia and Brayden Lafar, Gage Sise, Caitlyn Lapierre and Avery Tetrault; his sisterin-law, Mary Poirier of St. Albans; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers; and his son, Timothy, in 1962. Donald's family wishes to thank Dr. Paul Unger and his staff, especially Christine and Heidi at the Vermont Cancer Center and Darlene from Franklin County Home Health Hospice for all that was done for Donald and his family during his illness. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478. Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m. in the United Methodist Church of Fairfax, with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Burial will follow in the Sanderson Corner Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held today from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Minor Funeral Home in Milton.

DONALD J. BISSONNETTE

GEORGIA/WINOOSKI — Donald J. Bissonnette, 76, of Georgia, formerly of Winooski died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in Green Mountain Nursing Home following a long illness. Donald was born in Winooski, Jan. 14, 1928, the son of the late Frank and Angelina (Forget) Bissonnette. He was educated at St. Louis Convent and St. Francis Xavier Schools in Winooski. He was married in 1950, to Claudette (Gratton) Bissonnette. Donald was employed for many years at General Electric, retiring in 1988. He was a Communicant at the Ascension in Georgia, and was a member of Union Saint JeanBaptiste and an Honorary Life Member of the Knights of Columbus. Donald enjoyed his hunting and fishing trips but mostly he enjoyed being surrounded by family members and having his grandchildren around him. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Claudette; four children, Ann Raymond and husband Terry of Rhode Island, Ronald and his wife Dennette of Winooski, David and his wife Nancy of Essex Junction, and Gerry of St. Albans; five grandchildren, Crystal, Matthew, Jesse, Bradley and Amy; two sisters, Florence Winkowski of Winooski, and Doris Blanchard and husband Larry of Winooski; a sisterin-law, Rolande Bissonnette of Shelburne; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Leonard Bissonnette. Donald's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff at Green Mountain Nursing Home, Dr. John Fitzgerald and his wife Donna, Father Frank Connors, and the staff at the Renal Dialysis Unit at Northwestern Medical Center and FAHC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, Dec. 11, at 11 a.m. in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Kidney Association, P.O. Box 244, Burlington, Vt. 05402. Visiting hours will be Friday, Dec. 10, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. by the Knights of Columbus in the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St., Winooski.

HARRIET (MINOR) WELLS

Harriett Minor Wells, 86 of 15 Pleasant Valley Road died Thursday afternoon December 2, 2004 in the Fletcher Allen Health Care Facility in Burlington following a short illness. Harriett was born July 9, 1918 in Fairfax the daughter of Arthur Chester and Evon Hoben Minor. She attended Fairfax schools and on September 15, 1941 she was married to Aldolph Raymond Wells in St. Luke Catholic Church in Fairfax. He predeceased her on February 9, 1981. They moved to Underhill in 1951 where they raised their family of 8 children. A member of St. Thomas Church in Underhill for many years Harriett also belonged to the Ladies of St. Thomas. She was a member of the XYZ Senior Citizens Group in Underhill and also belonged to the local Home Dem Group in Jericho. She is survived by her loving family which includes her children, Richard and Rita Wells of Underhill, Patrick and Melody Wells of Jericho, Virginia St. Hilaire of Underhill Flats Marilyn Bame and her husband Tim of Milton, Eugene Wells of Johnson, Cedric and Laura Wells of Underhill, Priscilla Burnor and her husband Craig of Underhill and Aldolph W. Wells of Underhill as well as 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Five brothers and their wives, Wallace and Margaret Minor of Fletcher, Shirley and Madeline Minor of Westford, Gerald and Marilyn Minor of Fairfax, Lee and Louise Minor of Fairfax and David and Janet Minor of St. Albans. She also leaves a sisters in law, Theresa Minor of St. Albans Doris Poirier of Chicopee, MA as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Aldolph she was predeceased by her grandson Calvin in July of 1992. Her sister Ilene Drinkwine on December 22, 1980 and her brother Carlton Minor on September 19, 1999 Sister in Law, Alice Wells and brother in law Harold Wells and her daughter in law Linda Wells Taylor in 2003. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday December 6, 2004 at 2:30 pm in St. Thomas Church in Underhill. Burial will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. For those who wish Memorial Contributions may be made to either the Burlington Emergency Food Shelf. 89 North St. Burlington, VT 05401 or the Committee on Temporary Shelter (COTS), 179 South Winooski Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401. Visiting Hours will be held Sunday December 5, 2004 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm in the Minor Funeral Home, Route 7 in Milton.

ARTHUR N. GAUDETTE

FAIRFAX -- Arthur N. Gaudette, age 80, of Fairfax, passed away at Haven Health Care in St. Albans late Monday afternoon, Nov. 29, 2004. He was born in Fairfax on July 20, 1924, son of the late Joseph and Marie (Proulx) Gaudette. Arthur was married to the former Arlene Bruley in Fairfax on June 24, 1950, and was a loving and dedicated husband for over 53 years. His entire working life was dedicated to dairy farming in the local area. He will be greatly missed by all of those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his loving wife Arlene (Bruley) Gaudette of Fairfax. He was predeceased by 10 brothers, Joseph, Noel, Eulice, Norris, Adoree, Francis, Peter, Louis, Albert, Ernest; three sisters, Noella Wagner, Mary Rose Gaudette and Eva Bessette. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in Hayes-Rich Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, Dec. 3, 2004, at 11 a.m. in St. Luke Church, Fairfax with the Reverend Francis Connors officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in St. Luke Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Arthur's memory to Franklin County Home Health, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, Vt. 05478 or Fairfax Rescue, P.O. Box 228, Fairfax, Vt. 05454. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting http://www.hayesrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Hayes-Rich Funeral Home, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

RODNEY JAMES ROONEY

Rodney J. Rooney, 67, of Huntington, died on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004, surrounded by his family at the Vermont Respite House in Williston.He was born in Jeffersonville, Vt. on Nov. 15, 1937, the son to Wilfred Joseph and Mary Mae (Mashia) Rooney. Rod was a graduate of Cambridge High School Class of 1956. He was a former manager of Woodbury Lumber Co., and an agent and manager at New York Life for many years. He was a past President of the Morgan Horse Association and later followed his passion for horses as an owner and trainer of Standardbred Race Horses. He is survived by his children Todd Rooney of Meadow Lands, Pa. and Tracy Knight (Gregory) of Huntington, and their mother Judy Rooney (Bob Rancourt) of North Hero; his wife Laurie Rooney of Florida; his five grandchildren, Joshua Rooney, Jason, Griffin, Colby, and Cooper Knight; two brothers, Wally Rooney (Darla) of South Burlington, and Larry Rooney (Betty) of Jeffersonville; two sisters, Audria Bryce (Maurice) of East Fairfield, and Maureen Rogers (Julian) of Newport. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, including a special nephew Michael Rooney. He was predeceased by his parents, and an infant brother, Darwin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2004, at 12 p.m. in St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, South Burlington. Interment will follow in Resurrection Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Rodney's memory may be made to the Vermont Respite House, 99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston, Vt. 05495. Visiting hours will be held today from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Ready Funeral Home South Chapel, 261 Shelburne Rd., Burlington. To send online condolences, please visit: www.readyfuneral.com.

WALDO A. CUTTING

FAIRFAX — Waldo Allen Cutting, 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004, surrounded by his family. He was born in Belvidere, Sept. 18, 1922, son of the late Waldo and Florence (Monette) Cutting. Waldo married the former Norma Woodworth on April 2, 1942, in Underhill. He was a talented and committed carpenter for Pizzagalli until his retirement. In his retirement years, Waldo kept busy cultivating his bountiful garden and helping his son raise turkeys and pigs. Waldo always looked forward to the times he would be able to work in “The Barn“. He will be dearly missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by a son, Ron Cutting and wife Sandra of Fairfax, three daughters, Lil Desso and husband Gerry of Essex, Vera Buttles and husband John of Milton, Laura Ovitt and husband Mark of Richford; seven grandchildren, Jim Cutting, Lynn Orton, Kim Dembele, Karen MacDonald, Norma Buttles, Wayne Buttles, Stefanie Ploof; eight great- grandchildren; an aunt, Ruth Ladue of Enosburg; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many close friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Norma, on Nov. 27, 1989; three brothers, Mervin, Richard, and Robert; and two sisters, Ursula McAllister and Florence McAllister. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, Nov. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. in HayesRich Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, Nov. 15, at 11 a.m. in Hayes-Rich Funeral Home with the Rev. Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in the family lot in Underhill Flats Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Waldo's memory to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 11 Loomis St., Montpelier, Vt. 05602. Friends who wish may forward online condolences by visiting www.hayesrichfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Hayes-Rich Funeral Home, 1176 Main St., Fairfax.

KENNETH H. "STICK" STEVENS

LT. COL. K.H. "STICK" STEVENS (USAF RET.) GREAT FALLS, Mont./ WATERBURY - Lt. Col. K.H. "Stick" Stevens died at his home Nov. 6, 2004. Ken was born July 24, 1916, to Howard and Clara Demeritt Stevens in Fairfax. Kenneth was a career military man, proudly and honorably serving his country in times of war, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and peace. He entered the service in 1938 with the Vermont National Guard, joined the Army Air Corps as a glider flight officer in 1943, and retired in 1970 as maintenance officer with the 341st Strategic Missile Wing at Malmstrom AFB. An avid outdoors man, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, and for many years was a scuba instructor and dive master with the Great Falls scuba Club, operating a dive shop from his home. Ken was a Mason and member of the Great Falls York Rite Bodies and Algier Temple of Helena. Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife, "Miss Betty". Survivors are son, Michael (Judi) Stevens of Colorado Springs, Colo., daughter, Sherrie (Hartlyn) Horie of Glendale, Calif.; three granddaughters; sister Marjorie Timbers, and brother Charles Stevens, both of Essex Junction.

CHARLOTTE C. (CLOUCKIE) WARNER

GEORGIA -- Charlotte C. Warner, 59, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a long illness Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004, at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington. She was born in Burlington, Vt. on July 14, 1945, the daughter of the late Clifford and Sarah (Sutton) Clouckie. Charlotte was married to Edward Warner on Aug. 14, 1965, in Burlington. She later worked in housekeeping and as a cook in several area businesses for many years. She was a member of the Georgia Plains Baptist Church and Church Choir. Charlotte loved her gardens when she was able to be in them. Most of all, she loved being around people, especially her family. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Edward Warner of Georgia; her two daughters, Elizabeth Medor and her husband Gilford of Fairfax, and Ann Tatro and her husband Lon of Essex Junction; one grandson, Michael Medor; one sister, Caroline McKinney of Salem, N.H.; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Carl, Clifford, Jr. and Charles Clouckie; and three sisters, Clara Considin, Catherine Dalley and Charlene Clouckie. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004, at 11 a.m. in the Georgia Plains Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery in Richmond, Vt. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Georgia Plains Baptist Church, 1493 Stone Bridge Rd., Georgia, Vt. 05468. Visiting hours will be Friday, Nov. 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. Winooski, Vt.

AUDUR (SIGURSSON) BRUYETTE

SWANTON / FAIRFAX -- Mrs. Audur Bruyette, 73, a resident of the Swanton community since 1965 and most recently of the Goose Pond Road in Fairfax, died late Saturday evening, Oct. 30, 2004, in the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans City. Born in Reykjavik, Iceland on Nov. 16, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Gisli and Thordis (Gislidotter) Sigursson. She graduated high school in Iceland and on March 27, 1965, married Thomas Bruyette who predeceased her on Dec. 25, 1994. For many years Audur worked as a floor manager for the former Giants and Ames Department Stores. She later worked for a time for IBM in Essex Junction and then became involved in the everyday office operation for the family business known as Swanton Tree Service. She was a longtime parishioner of The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary and a former volunteer for the Swanton Chamber of Commerce Summer Festival. Audur will be especially remembered for her extreme talent in needlepoint, creating many fine works of art some of which will be displayed at her Funeral Mass. She leaves her daughter, Disa Tatro and husband Maurice of Fairfax with whom Audur has made her home; three sons, Hafsteinn Steinarsson and his wife Nancy of Swanton, Thor Bruyette and his wife Carol of St. Albans and Daniel Bruyette of Swanton; five grandchildren, Denis St. Onge of Fairfax, Michelle Martin of Swanton, Amanda Reagan of St. Albans, Jaime Willoughby of Deland, Florida and Amanda Tatro of Winooski; four great-grandchildren, Jacob O'Grady of Fairfax, Jalyn Willoughby of Deland, Fla., Taylor Martin of Swanton and Philip Katon of St. Albans. She also leaves a sister, Helga Charron of Swanton; and many nieces and nephews, as well as one brother and three sisters in Iceland. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004, at 11 a.m. from The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 65 Canada Street, Swanton. Father Maurice U. Boucher, SSE will be the celebrant and homilist. Interment will follow in the Bruyette family lot in St. Mary's Cemetery. There will be no public calling hours but the family will receive friends at a bereavement luncheon following the committal in the Nativity Parish Center. In lieu of flowers the family request gifts to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans 05478. On line condolences may be directed to Audur's family via email address: kiddermh@adelphia.net.

ROBERT JOSEPH BOUTIN

Robert Joseph Boutin, age 55, passed away unexpectedly in Albany, NY on Tuesday, October 26, 2004. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on October 23, 1949, son of Isabel (Larche) Boutin and the late Donald Boutin. Robert graduated from BFA Fairfax, class of 1967. He married the former Donna Ryan on July 29th in E. Montpelier and have been together for 29 years. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army and was honorably discharged with the rank of SP5. Bob was a member of the Local 693 United Assoc. of Pipe Fitters. He was a member of the United Motorcyclist of Vermont, the National Hog Club, the National Harley-Davidson Assoc., and he was a lifetime member of the N.R.A. He was also the proprietor of Boutin Sales and Service. Bob loved life and loved riding his Harley traveling across the countryside. He always had a story to tell and a smile to share. Bob was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by, His mother, Isabel Boutin of Fairfax, His wife, Donna Boutin of Fairfax, Two sons, Robert D. Boutin and Heather Streeter of Fairfax, Scott Mobus and wife Chandra of Missouri, and one grandchild Mckenna. A daughter, Angela Rodgers and husband John of Michigan, Four brothers, Kenneth Boutin and wife Melanie of Georgia, VT, John Boutin and wife Merivic of VA, Neal Boutin and wife Cathy of FL, Alan Boutin of Fairfax, Six sisters, Lorraine Garland of TX, Joan Ross of Fairfax, Pauline Boutin of Fairfax, Pamela Vecchitto and husband William of Huntington, Patricia Merritt and husband Wade of Alburg, Mary Combs and husband Orval of Fairfield, Many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends, His good friend, Leon Dunbar, And his loving in-law family, Visiting hours will be held on Monda

DEATHS SINCE JANUARY 1, 2003

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"Your memory is a keepsake,
It's like a thread of gold
Never will it tarnish,
Or grow the least bit old.

To some, you may be forgotten,
To others, a part of the past,
But to us who dearly loved you,
Your memory will always last."
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