Obituaries

Lora "Betty" Sartwell

Nov 13, 2024

 HIGHGATE – Lora “Betty” Sartwell, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Sheldon, Vermont on August 26, 1934. Betty was raised by James and Grace Locke in Highgate, Vermont. Betty graduated from High School as Valedictorian.

She married Stewart Glenn Sartwell in 1952, and then bought a farm...

Burton Donna

Nov 13, 2024

RICHFORD - Burton Beeman Donna, Jr., age 73, passed away with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born in St. Albans on August 14, 1951 to the late Burton Sr. & Pearl (Eldred) Donna.

After graduating from high school Burton enlisted in the U.S. Army. He...

Diana Young

Nov 10, 2024

RICHFORD - Diana J. Young, age 64, passed away on Sunday, November 10th, 2024 at the McClure-Miller Respite House in Colchester

She was born in Hartford, CT on November 14th, 1959 to the late George Sr. & Marguerite (Garceau) Young.

Diana enjoyed the simple things in life. She loved going out for Chinese food, and feeding and watching her birds and squirrels.

She...

Charles Cross

Nov 10, 2024

SWANTON - Charles William "Charlie" Cross, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on November 10th, 2024, at the age of 76.

Charlie was born on May 7, 1948, one of 11 children to the late Andrew and Olive Cross.

Charlie was born in Enosburg, Vermont and moved to...

Dean Randall

Nov 5, 2024

ENOSBURGH - Dean Randall, age 59, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

He was born May 27, 1965 in St. Albans to the late Curtis & Joyce (Garland) Randall. He lived in the same house his entire life.

Dean was a proud farmer, having worked for the Wright Farm for over three decades....

Audrey Jewett

Nov 4, 2024

Audrey J. Jewett, age 92, passed away on Monday, November 4th, 2024 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford, surrounded by her family.

Audrey was born on February 28, 1932 to the late Wilfred and Lucille Minckler

Audrey was a proud alumna of Enosburg High School and Champlain College. Throughout her 37-year tenure at Fonda and her subsequent 10 years at...

Lionel Bockus

Nov 3, 2024

Lionel L. Bockus, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024 at Burlington Health and Rehab.

Borm in Mystic, Quebec, Canada on August 2, 1934.

He owned and operated his own dairy farm for many years. Following this, he worked at O.C. McCuin and Sons.

He leaves behind his children: Daniel (Susan), Jeffrey, Thomas (Tammy), Tammy (Mark), and Caitlin. Grandchildren: Daniel Jr. (Carrie), Heather...

Joseph St. Cyr

Oct 31, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Joseph A. St. Cyr, age 93, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at the Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls.

He was born April 6, 1931 in West Berkshire to the late Oliver & Sylvia (Smith) St. Cyr.

Joseph served his country during the Korean War from 1952-1954. After his return from service, Joseph...

James Rhodes

Oct 30, 2024

RICHFORD - James Rhodes, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 surrounded by his family at his home in Richford.

He was born July 6, 1955 in St. Albans to the late Floyd & Doris (Marcy) Rhodes.

A true Vermonter through and through, Jim was a graduate of Enosburg Falls High School and went on to marry the love of...

Susan Blair

Oct 29, 2024

ALBURGH- Susan M. Blair, age 66, passed away Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, at Northwestern Medical Center.

Sue was born on February 4, 1958, to Larry and Mary LaRock.

Self-employed most of her life. Sue helped run a successful business with her then husband; while raising her children. A strong independent woman. Even though she was known for speaking her mind to anyone...

Kimberly Messier

Oct 25, 2024

ST. ALBANS - Kimberly Mary Messier, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to many, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 25, 2024, after a courageous 16-year battle with cancer, including six years fighting metastatic breast cancer. Her strength, intelligence, and love touched everyone around her, and her legacy will continue through the countless...

Frederick Greenia

Oct 25, 2024

HIGHGATE CENTER – Frederick “Fred” A. Greenia, aged 95, died peacefully on October 25, 2024 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans with his family by his side.

Born to his parents Peter & Edith (Martell) Greenia on July 4, 1929, Fred was the eldest of 10 children. After his father died, he unselfishly stepped up to help raise...

Jean Hakey

Oct 22, 2024

SWANTON - Jean Marie (Barnes) Hakey, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at her home in Swanton.

Lovingly known as Grandma Jean, she was born February 8, 1942 in Winooski, VT. The daughter of LeoPaul Lavallee and Marie (Charland) Lavallee.

Jean was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother. Jean worked at the U.S. air...

Norris Tillotson

Oct 19, 2024

RICHFORD - Norris C. Tillotson, age 89, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Franklin County Rehab in St. Albans.

He was born in Bakersfield on January 22, 1935 to the late Norris & Muriel (Dezotell) Tillotson.

Norris was a hardworking man who found joy in the simplicity of life. Known for his love of the outdoors, Norris spent his days...

Steven Martell

Oct 18, 2024

ALBURGH - Steven M. Martell, age 70, passed away on Friday, October 18th, 2024, at his home.

Steven was born on December 12, 1953 to the late Louis and Anna (Soule) Martell.

Steven spent his life on the family farm among his father and siblings. He loved to go deer hunting, target shooting and reloading shells. He...

Marlene Williams

Oct 17, 2024

BAKERSFIELD - Marlene L. Williams, age 86, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

She was born in Enosburg Falls on August 18, 1938 to the late Harry & Mattie (Putnam) Lacross.

Marlene was known for her unwavering dedication as a cook at the Dairy Center, where she served with passion and pride for...

Vereta "Joni" Gates

Oct 17, 2024

Franklin VT - Vereta Jon "Joni" Gates, died and was found at age 24, mid-summer of 1977 in Washington State. Her body was identified this May and reunited with family after 47 years.

Born October 21st, 1952, Joni lived in multiple states growing up in a U.S. Naval family. She was an avid reader and excelled in school. Beloved and kind,...

Jimmy Murray

Oct 14, 2024

ENOSBURGH - James "Jimmy" R. Murray, age 63, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

He was born in St. Albans on May 18, 1961 to the late William & Myrtle (Wagner) Murray.

A dedicated farmer and lover of the outdoors, Jimmy found joy in the simple things in life. Whether it was tending...

Gary Rice

Oct 12, 2024

SWANTON - Gary Rice, age 80, passed away on Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was born on August 4th, 1944 to Bruce and Lillian (Nardine) Rice.

Gary grew up on the family farm in Highgate Springs working alongside his father and brother.

Gary graduated from Swanton High School and then went on to the University...

Melissa Salter

Oct 11, 2024

ST. ALBANS - Melissa A. Salter, age 42, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

She was in St. Albans on March 21, 1982 to Raymond Salter Jr. and Rose (Dean) Salter.

Melissa's life was a testament to the joys of family and the simple pleasures that brought her immense happiness. As a dedicated...