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Saint Albans – Scott Paul Popple a lifelong area resident passed away Saturday, September 23rd, 2023, at the UVM Medical Center following a brief illness with his family at his side. Born in Montpelier, Vermont on December 14th, 1953, he was the son of the late Howard and Barbara (Stewart) Popple, Jr. Scott was 69 years old.

On September 23rd, 1995, Scott married Betty Towle, who survives him.

Scott was a 1972 graduate of Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax and then went on to serve his country in the US Air Force, receiving his honorable discharge in April of 1978. He will best be remembered for his sense of humor, best jokes and generosity. He loved being a PAPA facetiming almost every day and spending time in Myrtle Beach with Sam & his little buddy Noah. Scott always enjoyed his time with Brad and the boys at Buck ‘N Horn camp in The Gibou.

Scott was employed by the St. Albans City Fire Department, Heald’s Ambulance Service, Engleberth Construction, Local Sprinkler companies, Runamok Maple, and few other companies after semi-retirement, as his buddy Johnny would say another one for the books Pop! He was a longtime member of Green Mountain Post #1, American Legion. Served a term as second Vice. and AKA the Egg man with the breakfast crew.



Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Betty of St. Albans; Daughter Samantha Popple and her son Noah Scott of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; sons, Cory Popple and family of Highgate and Josh of St. Albans, Stepson Serge and his partner Jason of Brooklyn, NY; Sister Sheri Rainville and her husband Mark, Of Georgia; his in-laws Robert Towle of St Albans; Jane Towle and Jean Schefer of Vienna, VA; Laura and Donald Gilbert of Swanton; as well as nieces and nephews, Lauri Bellows Fisher (Dale), Nate Bellows (Sherry & family), Matt (Mira), Adam (Renee), Brenon (Rachael) Rainville and families, Nicholas Bouchard (Karissa), Makayla Gilbert (David), & Kyle Gilbert.

In addition to his parents, Scott was predeceased by his brother Herbert S. Popple on August 3rd, 2017, and Father and Mother-in-law Wellington and Theresa Towle.

A Celebration of Scott’s life will be on Thursday, September 28th, 2023, at the American Legion Hall, 100 Parah Drive, St. Albans beginning with military honors at 4:00 PM with an open house continuing until 7:00 PM.

Betty and family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the Dr’s and staff @ UVM Medical Center on Miller 4 & 5 for their exceptional care during his illness.

Scott’s family asks in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Grady’s Golden Goodness, 652 Metcalf Pond Road, East Fairfield, Vermont 05448.

Honored to be serving the family of Scott Popple is the Heald Funeral Home, messages of condolence are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com.

Lawrence Parsons  "Tex"
 
Lawrence (Tex) Parsons, 71, died on September 10, at his home in Fairfax, VT.  Lawrence was born April 27, 1952 in Amarillo, TX.  Given his birthplace he quickly aquired the nick name of “Tex” a name that suited him well and the name by which he would forever be known.  Tex leaves his brother Charles and his wife Gail of Swanzey, NH, sister Sue of Conway, SC, brother David and his wife Linda of Columbia, SC, a nephew, Drew Parsons of Manchester, NH, a niece, Kate Coyle, her husband Gary and their sons, Ryatt and Raider of Columbia, SC.  Tex also leaves many good friends and acquaintances.  Tex is predeceased by his parents Larry and Carry Parsons formerly of Fairfax and a nephew, Christopher Parsons, formerly of Clifton Park, NY.

Tex grew up in Fairfax and graduated from BFA, Fairfax in 1970.  After school he went to work in the construction trade working for J&L Foundations, Griswold, and Ireland.  Former co-workers said that they enjoyed working next to Tex.  Tex was also a dedicated lifetime member of the Fairfax Fire Department and reached the rank of Captain.

While he enjoyed anything outdoors, he loved to fish, and was skilled with a bow, his true passion was anything to do with guns.  He loved to hunt and was an expert Skeet shooter winning or placing in many contests.  Tex was a life-time member of the Underhill Rod and Gun Club.

Always a lover of dogs and owning many through his life, Tex could often be seen driving around accompanied by his furry companions.  Tex was a loner who enjoyed small groups of friends and avoided formal gatherings.  It is with this in mind that honoring Tex’s wishes, there will be no formal services.  A very informal “celebration of life” may be held in the near future.

Andrew Barry Brown
 
WINOOSKI/FAIRFAX: Andrew Barry Brown Jr., age 76, passed away in Winooski surrounded by his family, on September 3, 2023, after battling with melanoma.

Andy was born on January 3, 1947, the son of Rhoda (Bassett) and Andrew B. Brown in Bay Shore, NY. Because his father served in the US Army, Andy spent his childhood moving with his family within the United States and places overseas such as Japan and Germany. The family eventually settled in Bakersfield, VT.

Andy graduated high school from Brigham Academy in 1965 and went on to study mathematics at Johnson State College.

After graduating with a degree in mathematics Andy started his first teaching job at St. Albans Town School in 1972 where he taught for over 37 years until his retirement. During that time Andy earned a Masters in Math Education from the University of Vermont. After retirement, because of his love of math and lifelong learning, he became an instructor at CCV helping students learn Algebra. Throughout Andy’s life, he shared his view of the world around him through photography. His images captured his love for his family and his special places – the beach and times in nature. When Andy retired, he furthered his photography art by practicing digital painting using his photographs as a base for the work. He was a member of the Northern Vermont Artist Association.

Andy married Sandy Hall in 1979 in St. Albans. They resided in the wonderful Windtop neighborhood in Fairfax where their two children, Courtney and Megan, spent their childhoods until moving on to college. Since 2009 Sandy and Andy have been enjoying life in the town of Winooski.

Andy lived his life with his family as the focus. He attended all his daughters’ sports activities and school events and continued to participate in his grandkids’ activities. He instilled in his daughters his love of family, the environment, and learning. Many summer vacations were spent in Maine or Cape Cod enjoying the ocean. Andy loved family adventures such as the cross-country camping trip from Vermont to California with everyone packed into the Camry.

Andrew was predeceased by his parents and brother, Charlie Brown. He is survived by his wife, Sandy; daughter Courtney Laflin, her husband Jeremy and daughters, Clara and Isabelle (Rockledge, FL); daughter Megan Klinefelter, her husband Bob and son, Tommy (Essex, VT.) He is also survived by his sister Charlotte Sue Langreich, and brothers Walter, Warren, Carlton, Greg (Dale), Jerry (Sue), and Noel (Maureen); and by several much-loved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In honor of his lifelong commitment to taking care of the earth and the environment, Andy chose a green burial. A memorial celebration of Andy’s life will be scheduled at a later date.

The family wants to thank Dr. Rehman and her oncology team, the Miller 5 nursing staff, and the UVM Home Health and Hospice team.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Vermont Public Radio, 365 Troy Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446, or McClure Miller Respite House, UVM Home Health and Hospice Development Office, 1110 Prim Road, Colchester, VT  05446, or any environmental initiative.

Honored to be serving the family of Andrew Brown is the Heald Funeral Home, where messages of condolences are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com

Fairfax Community Library Board of Trustees Meeting
When: Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 6:30 pm
Where: Library Conference Room

Agenda:
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes from July 20, 2023, meeting
Treasurer’s Report
Correspondence

Updates:
Library Highlights since our last meeting
Summer Reading Program
Early Literacy Project
Library 50th Anniversary Celebration
Library Logo

New Business:
            Executive Session
   Budget meeting October 12th, 2023
   Agenda for October Joint Board Meeting (October 19th, 2023)

*A Zoom link is available to attend the meeting remotely. Please contact the library at fairfaxlibrarian@gmail.com or 802-849-2420 for more information.

Fairfax Community Library Programs for September 2023!
Youth Events:
Tuesday, September 5, 3 pm: Lego Club
Kids ages 6+ enjoy themed Lego play after school. Please register.

Wednesday, September 6, 3 pm: Friendship Bracelets
Use a simple loom to make lovely braided friendship bracelets! Materials provided. Ages 8+ Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Wednesdays, September 6, 13,  20 & 27 at 10:30 am: Preschool Story Time
Join us for stories and songs! Children's books will be available to check out as well. Before you leave, pick up an activity to make at home!

Wednesday, September 13, 3 pm: Bridge Building
Build the strongest bridge you can with just popsicle sticks and tape! Materials provided. Ages 8+ Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Wednesday, September 20, 3 pm: Egg Carton Animal Portraits
Make a 3 dimensional animal portrait with egg cartons! Materials provided. Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Wednesday, September 27, 1 pm: Minecraft creature jars
Make a Minecraft creature and create a little habitat for it! Materials provided. Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Adult Events:
Tuesday, September 12, 5:30 pm: Baking Class with Steve LaRosa
Learn how to make delectable zucchini and lemon muffins with Steve LaRosa! Materials provided. This is a take and make class - Steve will teach how to assemble the muffins and you can take them home to bake them. All skill levels welcome! Space is limited, so please call 849-2420 or email libraryfairfax@gmail.com to register!

Thursday, September 21, 4 pm: Library Book Club
The book this month is Indian Givers, by J Weatherford. Book club will meet in the library. A Zoom link will be available for anyone who wants to attend remotely. If you would like to borrow a copy of the book, or request the Zoom link, please contact the library at fairfaxlibrarian@gmail.com or call us at 849-2420. All are welcome!

Family Events:
Thursday, September 28, 5:30 - 7 pm: 50th Anniversary Celebration!
The library is turning 50 this year! To celebrate, we are throwing a 1970's themed party! Join us for food, crafts and fun. There will be a small trivia competition as well, starting at 6pm, so get your teams ready! No registration required. All are welcome!

For up-to-date information, visit our Facebook page or https://fairfaxvtlibrary.org

Jean Carol Gregoire

Jean Carol Gregoire (Quagliaroli) passed away on August 10, 2023 in St. Albans, VT. Born on July 15, 1940 in Hartford, CT. Jean grew up in Windsor Locks, CT with her parents and four older sisters.

She met the love of her life, Bernard Gregoire, while he was renting an apt from her Aunt next door. The two love birds married in 1961 and began a family shortly after. In 1965, with two sons born and another child on the way, the family moved to St. Albans, VT so Bernie could begin his career at IBM. Preparing for a larger family, they began construction on a house in Fairfax, VT in 1967 and moved in the following year just before their last two children were born. Now a family of seven, they became regular attendees of St. Luke's Catholic Parish.

Jean was a devoted housewife and mother and always there for her family.  She enjoyed her flower gardens, especially roses and African violets and making granny squares. Jean was always grateful for the good friendships she made in the town and socializing with the neighbors. The door was always open for friends and family to visit. As often as she could, she traveled to CT to see her family.

Jean was predeceased by her husband Bernard Gregoire, Sr, her parents - Joe and Jessie Quagliaroli, Gerard and Alice Gregoire (Bernie’s parents), two sisters Joan and Jeanette, five brother in laws, three nephews and one niece.  She is survived by two sisters, Joyce and Janice (twin).  Jean leaves behind her five children - Bernard, Jr., David (Tammi), Patty, Mark, and Linda; and 11 grandchildren - Stephen, Joseph, Rebecca, Danielle, Matthew, Abigail, Justin, Luc, Naomi, Brenden and Nicole and 5 great grandchildren - Vylet, Francesca, Vincent, Jasher, Theodore and another on the way.

A visitation will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023 6pm-8pm in the Minor Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Milton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Luke's Church, Fairfax on Saturday August 19 at 11am. Burial to follow in St. Luke's Cemetery Fairfax.

Fletcher - Eleanor Alice (Broe) Cross, 75, passed away on Thursday July 27, 2023 at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born on April 1, 1948, daughter of the late Reginald and Nellie (Rich) Broe. Eleanor married John Cross on July 4, 1970. Eleanor attended BFA Fairfax graduating in 1968. She was a stay-at-home mother raising her 3 children until they were all in school when she began working part-time at Smuggler’s Notch as a room cleaner. She also worked as a private house cleaner as well as a custodian at BFA Fairfax.

Eleanor was an avid knitter, quilter and reader of many romance novels. She loved baking and you could always find a fresh pie, or a batch of homemade buttermilk donuts in her kitchen. In the Summer, you could always find Eleanor and her family canning every vegetable you could imagine as well as making pickles and many jams and jellies. This is a trait that she passed along to her Son Harold and Daughter Stacey who love canning and pickling and learned their love of cooking and baking from her as well. She loved playing cards with friends and family, especially poker and thirty-one but her all time favorite activity was ATV riding with her husband John. Whether it was a quick ride on the trails around their home or an extended trip to Canada or Maine with their many ATV friends. Eleanor was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles No 1527 Auxiliary, Jeffersonville, VT.

Eleanor was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great great grandmother and nothing made her happier than being surrounded by her family.

Eleanor is survived by her loving husband of 53 years John Cross, son Harold Cross and life partner Joseph Russell, two daughters Stacey Sylvestre and partner James DiTullio, Heather Cross, brothers Gary Broe and wife Ann, Greg Broe and partner Cindy Brio, sisters-in-law Pat Broe, Laurie Broe and Vicky Broe, six grandchildren Alexandria Bathalon and husband Brandon, Nathan Cross, Jordan Stevens, Allison Naylor, Liam Sylvestre, Tanysha Sylvestre, five great grandchildren Lucas, Aurora, Shepherd, Scarlett, Nash, several nieces and nephews.

She was also predeceased by her brothers Reginald “Reggie” Broe Jr., Jeffrey Broe, Bert Broe and Michael Broe.

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at A W Rich Funeral Home - Fairfax Chapel. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday August 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the United Church of Fairfax with Reverend Katherine Arthaud officiating. Burial will follow in the family lot in Sanderson Corners Cemetery. A celebration of Eleanor’s life will take place at the Cross Home in Fletcher. Please bring a dish to share if you so choose. Memorial contributions may be made in Eleanor’s memory to the American Diabetes Assoc, Vermont Affiliate, Inc., 77 Hegeman Ave., Colchester, VT 05446. Please visit awrfh.com to share your memories and condolences.

Fairfax – Pauline (Webb) Lavallee, 82, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2023, at her home following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in St. Albans on March 5, 1941, daughter of the late S. William and Marion (Leach) Webb. She married Paul Lavallee on May 17, 1985, in Fairfax, Vermont.

Though Pauline spent her professional life in the banking industry, her biggest secure deposits were in the love and support of her family. Pauline was the matriarch of her clan. She always gave the best hugs. If you asked her opinion, you would get it – unfiltered. She was funny, and kind, and was always up for a good party. The pineapple pies she made each year for the Fairfax Vermont Historical Society Annual Pie and Ice Cream Social and Band Concert was a thing of legend. She enjoyed Stamping immensely. She loved watching Jeopardy. She would always read mysteries and you could often find a James Patterson novel by her side. She was always the life of the party. And proper nosy! - - always ready to help and never backed away from a good challenge or a healthy (and lively) debate! And her laughter – her laughter would turn on every light in the room!

Pauline is survived by her loving husband of 38 years Paul Lavallee, five sons; David Shepardson of Reisterstown, MD, Douglas Shepardson of Fairfax, VT, Thomas Lavallee of Rock Hill SC, David Lavallee of St. Albans, VT, George Lavallee of Miami Beach, FL, two daughters; Carol Graves and her husband Michael of Rondo, MO, Nancy Benoit and her husband John of Santee, SC, three sisters; Wanda Nichols and her husband John, of Lake Placid, FL, Shirley Wood and her husband Mike, of Flat Rock, NC, Martha Webb of Aberdeen, WA, a sister-in-law; Claire Lemnah and her husband Ralph of Fairfax, VT; five grandchildren; Amanda Graves and her brother Christopher, Thomas Benoit, Jennifer Lavallee, and Jack Shepardson; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews cousins, and many dear friends. Pauline will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday August 1, 2023, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at A W Rich Funeral Home – Fairfax Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the family lot in St. Luke Cemetery, Fairfax with Reverend Elizabeth Griffin officiating. Memorial contributions in Pauline’s memory may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association 75 Talcott Rd, Suite 40 Williston, VT 05495, Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, APDA VT Chapter, 1 South Prospect St., Burlington, VT 05401 or the American Cancer Society, Vermont Chapter, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495-1460. Please visit awrfh.com to share your memories and condolences.

Curtis Elliott Cooper, 70, of Fairfax, Vt, passed away peacefully at home in the loving arms of family on July 22, 2023, due to complications from PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). Even when things got difficult, he never gave up his humor and the sparkle in his eye. His laugh and bright smile will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Curtis was born the youngest of two children on August 5th, 1952 to Maurice (Bill) and Shirley (Young) Cooper in Springfield, Vt. After he graduated from Springfield High School in 1970, he went on to study Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology at Vermont Technical College.

After graduating with a degree in Engineering, he started at Simmonds Precision Products in Vergennes, Vt, kickstarting a 20+ year career continuing on to Belden Wire and Cable in Essex, Vt as lead technician.

In 1982, Curtis met Linda (Evarts) Cooper in Vergennes, Vt and went on to raise 3 daughters in the home he built in Charlotte, Vt.

Curtis wore many hats: husband, poppy, dad, uncle, brother, son, pet lover, Mr. Dependable, drummer, skier, avid star watcher and Celtics fan. He was our finance guy, always planning for the future for our family. He was never one to toss a broken electronic that could be taken apart to be “fixed” in the basement. In his younger years he could be found on the mountain skiing, at a lake fishing or catching a show in the local clubs from a newly created band called Aerosmith. He was a low-key man and preferred quiet nights watching a game or show snuggled up to one of the many cats and dogs we had over the years. But when it came to music, he could really rock on his drum set, finger drumming or foot tapping to the beat with the loudest of them. Raising his girls was no small feat. As a girl-dad, he prided himself on patience, always showing up for them (no matter how long the wait), providing some of the best advice, fixing anything, and being the best example of a man, even if that meant spending a day riding the lawn mower for some peace.

Curtis was predeceased by his father Maurice Cooper. He is survived by his mother Shirley Cooper of Springfield, Vt, loving wife Linda Cooper of Fairfax, Vt, daughters Christine (Chuck) Wiegand of Jeffersonville, Vt, Billie Crane (Craig Butkus) of South Burlington, Vt, Jenny (Kurt) Hunt of Williamsburg, Va, grandchildren Dakota & Samantha Crane, Charles & Celia Wiegand, Henry & Levi Hunt, sister Deanna (Buddy) Dexter of Springfield, Vt and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family would like to thank Nancy Hadley (sister in-law) for her endless support during this difficult time. We also deeply appreciate the care and compassion of the Franklin County Home Health Hospice team members, Heather and Nicole, as well as Diane Gagnon and Wayne Crandall with Home Instead.

A private service will be held at Grand View Cemetery at the Charlotte Congregational Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association, Vermont Chapter. Please visit awrfh.com to share your memories and condolences.

"Hand him his drumsticks and get out of his way”

Fairfax Community Library Programs in August

Youth Events
Tuesday, August 1, 3 pm: Lego Club
Kids ages 6+ enjoy themed Lego play after school. Please register.

Wednesday, August 2, 1 pm: Sock Doughnuts
Make squishy doughnut out of a sock! Materials provided. Ages 8+ Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Wednesdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:30 am: Preschool Story Time
Join us for stories and songs! Children's books will be available to check out as well. Before you leave, pick up an activity to make at home!

Wednesday, August 9, 1 pm: Magic Wand Making
Decorate your very own magic wand! Materials provided. Ages 8+ Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Wednesday, August 23, 3 pm: Paper Bag Book
Make a cute little book out of a paper bag! Materials provided. Please email libraryfairfax@gmail.com or call 849-2420 to register!

Adult Events
June 24 - August 11: Summer Reading Challenge for Adults
Sign up online, or in person at the library, and pick up your summer reading bingo sheet. Check off boxes by completing reading challenges until you get a bingo. Once you get a bingo, bring your sheet into the library to claim a prize and be entered into a drawing for a bigger prize at the end of the summer. You are able to claim more than one bingo, so after claiming your first prize, feel free to take your sheet back and complete more challenges!

Thursday, August 24, 4 pm: Library Book Club
The book this month is This is How it Always is, by Laurie Frankel. Book club will meet in the library. A Zoom link will be available for anyone who wants to attend remotely. If you would like to borrow a copy of the book, or request the Zoom link, please contact the library at fairfaxlibrarian@gmail.com or call us at 849-2420. All are welcome!

Family Events
Friday, August 11, 4 pm: Summer Reading Finale with The Swing Peepers
The Summer Reading Program is coming to a close! To celebrate all of the reading you've done this summer, join us at the library for treats, the prize drawing, and a performance from The Swing Peepers! The show will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room. No registration required.

For up-to-date information about library programs, visit https://fairfaxvtlibrary.org