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Current News & Events / Joe Ladue class of 1963 dies.
« on: December 13, 2018, 05:17:06 PM »
Joseph W. Ladue Sr.
Posted by Katie Chapa | Dec 13, 2018 | Obituaries | 0  |     

Joseph W. Ladue Sr.
SWANTON – Joseph W. Ladue Sr., age 74, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born in Hanover, N.H. on June 4, 1944 to the late Albert and Barbara (Rye) Ladue.

Joe had a zest for life! He loved spending time with his family and friends, and he always made sure everyone around him was taken care of. He married Marcia (Bryce) on Feb. 27, 1965. Joe worked at Energizer in St. Albans for 38 years, he was a Master Electrician. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing, and partying with his family and close friends, Lyn and Jo Lumbra. They always looked forward to their annual trip to New Hampshire. “Bamp” as he was affectionately called by his grandchildren, was the definition of a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Marcia Ladue of Swanton; their children, Joseph Ladue Jr. of St. Albans, and Shawn Ladue and his wife Joanna of Milton; his grandchildren, Nick, Allie and Noah Ladue and their mother Jennifer (Spears) Ladue, Aspen and Gage Ladue and their mother Kim (Spears) Lawyer, and Michael, Sean and Liam Ryan; his sisters, Gail Shorey and her wife Nancy Manney of Ocala, Fla., Sandy Smith of Clearwater, Fla.; siblings-in-law, Carol Clokey, Judy Bryce, and John Bryce and his wife Kim; and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Joe was predeceased by his siblings, Mitchell, Brenda, and Lucy; mother and father-in-law, Robert and Jean Bryce; siblings-in-law, Douglas Clokey, Diane Bryce, and Jean Bryce; and very special life-long friends, Lyn and Jo Lumbra.

Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 14, 2018 from 4-7 p.m. at Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, Dec.15, 2018 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, Missisquoi St., Enosburg Falls.

For those who wish, contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to Lamoille Area Cancer Network, 198 Farr Ave., Morrisville, VT 05661.

Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through www.gossfs.com

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Upcoming Events / Christmas Eve service at United Church of Fairfax
« on: December 12, 2018, 08:45:42 AM »

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Mon, 12/24, 4:30pm  All are welcome.

United Church of 8 Fletcher Rd., Fairfax, VT 05454

Please join us for a joyous hour of hope as we celebrate the Christmas Story. The service will include the singing of your favorite Christmas Hymns, the Sunday School pageant, and a visit from Santa Lucia.  We will conclude with a candlelit singing of Silent Night.    For questions or information, please contact Pastor Rev. Katherine Arthaud 802-233-8639 or Karthaud@aol.com

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Current News & Events / Frank Berardinelli dies at age 83
« on: November 30, 2018, 08:25:01 AM »
Frank and his wife Betsy opened a store where Steeple Market is now in 1981.

Obituary for Frank Andrew Berardinelli

Monkton

Frank Andrew Berardinelli, 83, passed away at his home on Friday November 16, 2018. He was born on January 10, 1935 in Stamford, Connecticut to the late Domenico and Inez (Bertola) Berardinelli. Frank was a wonderful, kind, honorable and loving man who was happiest when surrounded by family and friends.

Frank was very proud of his first-generation Italian-American heritage and was fluent in Italian. He graduated from Stamford High School in 1952. After graduation, he served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1956. After meeting Betsy Irish at a local Stamford soda fountain, they were married on February 27, 1960, in Stamford, CT where they started their family. Frank managed transportation services for Consolidated Diesel until 1967 when the family moved to Vermont to open Berardinelli’s General Store in Fletcher. Frank and Betsy owned this store until it burned down in 1979. After purchasing and renovating St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Fairfax, they opened the second Berardinelli’s General Store in 1981 and owned the store until 1995 when they both retired.

During the years that the family lived in Fletcher, they also had a camp on Metcalf Pond where many family and friends made lots of happy memories. Frank enjoyed teaching his children and grandchildren to fish, entertaining family and friends, dancing, watching and armchair-coaching the New York Giants, sharing his love of J&B Scotch with whoever would join him, and engaging in lively political discussions. While in Fletcher, he volunteered as the Town Fire Warden and was a member of the Town Zoning Commission.

After retirement, Frank and Betsy enjoyed traveling to Italy, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England, Canada, and across the U.S. In 2000, Frank and Betsy moved to Grand Island, FL where he joined the community social club and started and managed the bi-weekly coffee mornings at Sun Lake Estates for many years. During his time in Florida, Frank was a member of the Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed playing golf, relaxing in the hot tub, participating in the Miss Sun Lake pageants and other club activities. He was an excellent card playerand was very proud of his Texas Hold‘em championship wins.

In 2014, Frank and Betsy moved back to Vermont to be closer to family. Frank was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church. He could often be found enjoying time with his grand puppies, watching action movies and visiting with family and friends.

Frank is survived by his wife Betsy Irish Berardinelli of Monkton; his children: Lynn Berardinelli of Monkton; Dominick Berardinelli and his wife Beth of Dillon, CO; Edward R. Berardinelli of Fairfax; Deborah (Berardinelli) Hamblin and her husband Mark of Monkton; Brenda Berardinelli Lombardo and her husband John of Essex Junction; his grandchildren: Mark Brito; Stephanie Hamblin; Katie Hamblin; Jeremy Pianalto and his wife Sarah. He is also survived by:Steve Brito, son-in-law of Cotuit, MA; Marge (Irish) Jagodzinksi and her husband George; Ronald Irish and his wife Barbara,Linda (Irish) Turner and her husband Robert; Christine (Irish) Williams; Valerie Irish; Sheila (Irish) Reece and her husband Bret; Mark Irish and his wife Debra. He is also survived by several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his daughter Sylvia Berardinelli Brito; Brother Edward J. Berardinelli; Sister Vanda B. Taddeo; Brothers-in law and sisters-in-law:Charles (Joe) Irish; Janet (Irish) Carpenter; Larry (Ike) Iris; David Williams.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 2:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. at A. W. Rich Funeral Home – Fairfax Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 16 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Bristol. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Frank’s honor may be made to:
American Legion Post #19, Attn: Alan Smith, PO Box 292, Bristol, VT 05443.
The family invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.
To send flowers to the family of Frank Andrew Berardinelli, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

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Current News & Events / David Williams - BFA 1967 graduate dies
« on: July 22, 2018, 08:23:29 AM »
David Earl Williams

Georgia - David Earl Williams, 72, died unexpectedly at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, on July 20, 2018.

David was born in Westford on June 20, 1946, the son of Francis and Doris (Preston) Williams.

He was a graduate of the BFA Fairfax Class of 1967 and served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1970 and in Vietnam from 1968-1969.

On July 30, 1967, he married Christine Lee Irish.

David loved nature, the outdoors, his cats, animals and working in the woods and cleaning up forest land. Most important to David was his family, whom he dearly loved.

In addition to his loving wife Christine, he is survived by his sons Winston Williams and his wife Jessica of St. Albans, and Danny Williams and his wife Maureen of Berkshire, by his grandchildren Kira, Luke, Leia, William, Bryan and Eric, his sisters Elizabeth "Betty" Martell and partner Jim Bryce of Fairfax, and Judy Beehner and husband Dick of Delta, Ohio, and by his brother Larry Williams and his wife Barb of Georgia. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Judy Williams and Nina Williams and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Francis and Doris, David was predeceased by his stepmother Iva Robertson Williams, and his brothers Robert and Roger Williams.

In keeping with David's wishes there will be no services at this time.

For those who wish, online condolences may be made to www.minorfh.com

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Current News & Events / Pat Pfendner passes away Jul 15, 2018
« on: July 18, 2018, 01:41:36 PM »
Obituary for Patricia Ann Pfendner

Fairfax - Patricia A. Pfendner, 56, wife of Gary Pfendner, died Sunday, July 15, 2018, at UVMC, with her family at her side. She was formerly employed at Vermont Federal Credit Union in Burlington, then at BFA-Fairfax and lastly at People Trust Company.

She was born in Stuttgart, Germany on December 17, 1961, daughter of the late Edward L. and Fairy Belle (Griffin) Feaster. Patricia was 56 years old.

Patricia enjoyed cooking, crafting, sewing, gardening and especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Gary of Fairfax; their 3 children, Jessie Davis (Brad) of Fairfax, Zachary Pfendner of Fairfax and Megan Windhorst (Randy) of Indianapolis, as well as her grandchildren, Olivia, Landin, Stella and Oliver.

Patricia is also survived by her brother, Kenny Feaster (Nancy) of New Jersey, brother-in-law, Dennis, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Patricia is pre-deceased by her siblings, Linda, Stan and Chuck.

It was Patricia’s wishes that services be private for her family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, c/o Donor Services, P.O. Box 98018, Washington, DC 20090-8018.

Assisting the Pfendner family is the Heald Funeral Home of St. Albans, where messages of condolence are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

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Current News & Events / Albert King dies at age 94
« on: May 29, 2018, 01:26:05 PM »
Albert King was formerly of Fairfax and a BFA graduate.

Albert Emery King

LITTLETON, NH. - Albert “Al” King was born in Fairfax, Vermont to Andrew Albert King and Cecile Reynolds King on March 25, 1924. He was 94 years old (05/21/2018) and was predeceased by his brother Everett King of Fairfax, Vermont. Albert is survived by his wife of 69 years, Rita Bilodeau King, as well as five children and their spouses: Lois and Michael Michaud of Burke, VT, Donna and Thomas Bueb of Lancaster, NH, David King and Mary Ellen Lynch of Shelburne, VT, Carol and Robert Bent of Layton, UT, and Nancy J. King of Websterville, VT. He was grandfather to David Michaud, Michelle Harvey, Christopher Fisher, Anna King and Sarah King.

After graduating from Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax, he joined the U.S. Coast Guard and worked in Naval Intelligence as a Communications Specialist in Africa during WW II, intercepting enemy radio transmissions. Upon returning from the War, Albert earned his commercial pilot’s license and worked for a number of years ferrying small planes for Cessna from Wichita, Kansas to the northeast region. Other jobs included selling maple sugaring products for the George H. Soule Company selling their primary product, the King evaporator named after Albert’s grandfather. He later sold Ford cars at C.P. Smith in the Burlington, VT area and later at Downing’s Ford in Littleton, NH. Albert then worked for 24 years until his retirement at the U.S. Post Office in Littleton, NH.

It was in October of 1949 that he married Rita Bilodeau King of St. Albans, VT. They lived first in Fairfax, VT, then Essex Junction, VT and beginning in 1958, on Maple Street in Littleton, NH.

Albert’s greatest loves were hiking in the White Mountains, going to car races with friends and family, and going for long drives throughout New England. He and his wife Rita crossed the United States numerous times on camping trips with their pop-up camper in tow, gathering pictures and stories on their way.

Albert’s love and devotion to his wife and family were always evident throughout his long and rich life. He was a life-long Yankees fan, but we all forgave him for that flaw.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Edmundite Missions (www. edmunditemissions.org, or Edmundite Missions, 1428 Broad Street, Selma, Alabama 36701), a charity Albert and Rita supported for many years.

A church service will be held at Saint Rose of Lima Church, 82 High St, Littleton, NH at 11am Friday, June 15th, followed by a reception in the basement of Saint Rose. Internment of Albert’s ashes will occur in a private ceremony at Glenwood Cemetery at a later date.

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch May 15th at noon
« on: May 14, 2018, 03:17:58 PM »
The menu is:  Senior Lunch Tues. May 15th at noon at the Fairfax Fire Station. Ham with scalloped potato and all the normal fixings. Come on down and join your neighbors.

Sorry I got this info out so late - guess I needed to stay home!!

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch May 1rst at noon
« on: April 30, 2018, 12:11:10 PM »
Senior Citizen's Lunch at the Fairfax Fire Station Tues., May 1rst at noon. The menu is baked chicken legs, mashed potato, coleslaw, rolls and desert. Come on out and enjoy a good meal and fellowship.  Hope to see you.

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch April 17th at noon
« on: April 16, 2018, 11:33:52 AM »
Senior Citizen meal Tues., April 17th at the Fairfax Fire Station will be Shepard's Pie with salad, rolls and desert. We eat at noon - so come on down and join your neighbors. All seniors welcome.

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch April 3rd noon
« on: April 02, 2018, 09:48:39 AM »
Good morning everyone.  This is what's for lunch tomorrow.

Senior Meal at the Fire Station in Fairfax, April 3rd at noon is Chicken and Biscuits. Come on over and bring a friend.

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Current News & Events / Harriet Karr Burham dies at age 96 of Westford
« on: March 22, 2018, 04:32:05 PM »
Obituary for Harriet Burnham
Harriet Burnham
Harriet (Karr) Burnham, of Westford, died March 19, 2018 at the age of 96. A wonderful woman, a great mother and grandmother she has given all of us great memories that will last forever.

A lifelong Vermonter, Harriet was born on July 20, 1921 in West Burke to Walter and Eva Gould. She had two sisters Lois (Putnam) and Evelyn (Porter) who have pre-deceased her. She was a nurse: graduating from Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital Class of 1943. She put those skills to good use throughout her life: Ingalls 4-H Camp, Green Mountain Nursing Home, Converse Home for Women, The Rocking Chair, Westford Elementary School, Westford Town Health Officer, and retiring from Thomas Chittenden Health Center.

Harriet lived most of her life in Westford. She married Quentin S. Karr and for 45 years they made a good life for themselves and their children. Quentin died in 1990. She was fortunate to find love a second time with A. Clayton Burnham and they had 14 happy years together until his death in 2008.

Harriet is survived by her children--Kareen Perry, Linda Karr, Mary Jean Karr (& wife Clair Dunn), Quentin Karr, Jr. (& wife Marlene Karr), and grandchildren—Matthew (& wife Amy), Will, Charlie, Aaron, Lindsay (& husband Todd), Stephanie (& husband Kyle) and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her step-son Eric Burnham (& his wife Barbara). Harriet's much loved son-in-law James Perry died in 2014.

For the last few years Harriet has lived at The Residence at Shelburne Bay. During those years there were numerous staff members who were just wonderful! Thanks to everyone who took such good care of her.

Services will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 1 pm, at United Church of Fairfax with reception to follow. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Vermont Foodbank, 33 Parker Rd, Barre, VT, 05641-9106. The family invites you to share your memories by visiting www.awrfh.com.

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch Feb 20th at noon
« on: February 19, 2018, 09:44:18 AM »
Senior lunch Feb 20., is noon at the Fairfax Fire Station is shepards pie with a garden salad, rolls, etc. Hope to see you there. Come on out and chat with your friends and neighbors.

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Current News & Events / Senior Citizen lunch Feb 6th at noon
« on: February 05, 2018, 09:49:42 AM »
Senior Citizen Lunch, Tues., the 6th of Feb. 2018 at the Fairfax Fire Station. Sound like a great meal of pork loin with mushroom gravy, roasted potatoes, mixed veggies, juice, rolls & butter with cakes and cookies for dessert. Come join us at noon. Spread the word and share.  All are welcome.

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Current News & Events / Senior lunch surprise
« on: January 16, 2018, 01:42:02 PM »
D Jay it was so nice of you to join us for our senior meal.  It was wonderful to see you.  Glad you came.  See you next time.

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Current News & Events / Michael Wright dies BFA Graduate 1961
« on: January 05, 2018, 09:35:15 AM »
The obituary of Mike Wright who married Mary Collins.  Both were from Fairfax.




Micheal A. Wright

Essex Junction - Micheal Anthony Wright, 74, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.  He was born on June 29, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan son of the late William and Anna (Pilon) Wright.   The family moved to Fairfax,Vermont in 1951.  Micheal graduated from Bellows Free Academy, Fairfax in 1961.  Micheal was proud to have served his country with the US Navy from 1961 – 1964.  He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Vermont.  He married the former Mary Collins on July 9, 1966 in Fairfax, Vermont. 

Micheal was employed by a manufacturing company in Essex Junction for over 27 years.  He held several different positions and received many awards for outstanding performance.  He retired for the first time in 1993.  In 1994 Micheal went back to work, this time for GDS Manufacturing as the Operations and Manufacturing Manager.  Micheal retired for the second time in 2003. 

Micheal had been a longtime member of Links at Lang Farm, he was an avid bowler having bowled 3 perfect games and was a Charter Captain of his boat – Little Orca from 1983 – 2003.

While his children were growing up,  Micheal was a little league coach and softball coach for many of their teams.  Micheal was also a bowling coach and shared his love of the game and helped many become state champions.

After his retirement Micheal and Mary enjoyed spending time with family, especially their grandchildren. Micheal was a devoted grandfather and enjoyed attending soccer games, field hockey games, baseball games, softball games, dance recitals, and music concerts.  There is no doubt he was their biggest fan.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Mary Wright of Essex Junction, his sons Michael Wright and wife Janice of Hinesburg, William Wright of Denver, Colorado; his daughter Alicia Likhite and husband Tony of Jericho, his brother Thomas Wright and wife Wendy of California, sister Mary Fleury of Tennessee, 3 grandchildren, Grey Wright, Maryel Likhite, Kate Likhite, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Clement and Letitia Cardinal, John and Betty Collins, Owen and Alice Collins, Tom Collins, Norbert and Audrey Collins, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was also predeceased by his brother Robert and his wife Gerri Wright.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday January 7, 2018 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at A W Rich Funeral Home – Essex Chapel, 57 Main Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday January 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lukes Catholic Church in Fairfax with Reverend Henry Furman officiating.  Inurnment will follow weather permitting.  Memorial contributions in Micheal’s memory may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517 or by visiting www.woundedwarriorproject.org.  The family invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.


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