Obituaries

Agnes Bouchard

Feb 23, 2024

SWANTON - Agnes C. Bouchard, age 90, passed away on Friday, February 23rd, 2024, at Franklin County Health & Rehab.

Agnes was born in Swanton on August 3, 1933, to the late Sylvio & Ruby (Wells) Quilliam.

She spent her life dedicated to her family and her passions for sewing, gardening, and baking delicious pies. She dedicated years of hard work to...

Marc Poissant

Feb 19, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Marc Poissant, age 93, passed away on Monday, February 19th, 2024 at the Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls.

Marc was born on January 14, 1931 to Anthony and Ordelia (Lavender) Poissant.

Marc married the love of his life Joyce Ann Johnson on September 7,1951. He served his country during the Korean war and was stationed, accompanied by his wife,...

Ronald Barrette

Feb 18, 2024

SWANTON - Ronald Barrette, age 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18th, 2024, at Birchwood Terrace in Burlington, Vermont.

Ronald was born on February 22, 1948, to Clayton and Madonna (Langlois) Barrette.

Ronald attended and graduated from Swanton High School. He was drafted right out of high school into the United States ARMY where he served many years for them. He...

Bethel Raymond

Feb 15, 2024

BERKSHIRE - Bethel A. Raymond, age 95, passed away on Thursday, February 15th, 2024 in St. Albans.

Bethel was born in Berkshire on March 25, 1928 to Moses Ryea and Evelyn Ducolon.

Bethel attended Bakersfield Elementary where she met the love of her life at a school dance. She went on to marry Hermie Raymond on August 15, 1948. Bethel had many...

Betty Pike

Feb 12, 2024

SWANTON - Betty Hutchins Pike, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, with her family by her side.

Betty was one of four children born to Harry and Lillian (Lucia) Hutchins. Betty went to Alburgh High School and Burlington Business College. She later married the love of her life, Robert Pike Sr. of Isle LaMotte on January 20,...

Rachael Tanner

Feb 12, 2024

FAIRFIELD- Rachel Ann (Therrien) Tanner passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024, just five days past her 81st Birthday. Rachael was born to Gilbert and Dorothy Therrien in Fairfield, Vermont on February 7th, 1943.

Rachael was the oldest of five siblings. She met Richard Tanner in 1955; they dated for two years before getting married in Bakersfield, Vermont on March 16th...

Charles Nye

Feb 12, 2024

HIGHGATE CENTER - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Charles Thompson Nye, a devoted husband, beloved father, and esteemed member of the Highgate community. Surrounded by his loving family, Charles left this world on February 12, 2024, after a life well-lived and filled with cherished memories.

Charles was born on June 18, 1931, in his...

Judith Dorsett

Feb 10, 2024

Judith M Dorsett passed away on February 10, 2024, at 91. Born in Philadelphia, PA, on April 8, 1932, she attended Smith College and later received her MSW from Fordham University. Judith spent her career at Bridgeport Hospital.  Her kindness and wisdom touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on those lucky enough to have known her.Judith enjoyed...

Valerie Couture

Feb 10, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS – Valerie Couture, lovingly referred to as Val, passed away on February 10, 2024, at the age of 55.

She was born on December 27, 1968 to Larry Robtoy and the late Donna (Peaslee) Scott.

Val was a “dandy” of a woman who truly lived life to the fullest. With an infectious smile that could brighten even the darkest days,...

Rita Plante

Feb 5, 2024

RICHFORD - Rita M. Plante, age 92, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans.

She was born in Carmel, NY on June 19, 1931 to the late William & Trajana (Blaise) Lessard.

Rita's true passion and joy came from her many hobbies. She had a green thumb and found solace in the beauty...

Gary Riggs

Feb 3, 2024

BAKERSFIELD - Gary Frank Riggs was born on March 25th, 1949, and graduated from Champlain Valley High School.

Gary passed on Saturday, February 3rd at his home in Bakersfield, Vt with family by his side.

After graduation Gary joined the National Guard to serve his country before embarking on a career in the HVAC contracting profession. In 1979, along with his then...

Joseph "Jody" Guilmette

Jan 31, 2024

RICHFORD- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph "Jody" Guilmette, age 67, of Richford, after a courageous 41 day battle with cancer.  Jody was surrounded by his loving family when he passed away at the McClure Miller Respite House on January 31, 2024. His departure came shortly after celebrating a milestone 40th wedding anniversary with...

George Gilbert

Jan 31, 2024

SWANTON- George Gilbert, age 81, passed away on Wednesday January 31, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center with his family by his side.

George was born in St. Albans on December 19, 1942 to Mahlon and Marie (Bean) Gilbert.

George was a graduate from Bellows Free Academy in St. Albans and went on to be a member...

Arlene Vincelette

Jan 29, 2024

SWANTON- Arlene Vincelette, age 85, passed away on Monday, January 29th, 2024, at the Northwestern Medical Center with her family by her side.

Arlene was born on March 6, 1938 to Frank and Laura Draper.

Arlene married John on August 15, 1959. Arlene had a love for sewing, knitting and crocheting. She worked many years for Champlain Cable as a machine operator.

Arlene...

John "Jack" Lamer

Jan 25, 2024

John "Jack" Lamer passed Thursday, January 25, 2024 after a years long fight with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Camilla Lamer, and his daughters and their spouses Sharyn Lamer and Matthias Siebler of Somerville Ma., and Lulu McClendon and Zak McClendon of San Francisco Ca. In addition, he is survived by his grandchildren Pete Siebler,...

Charlotte Ramsdell

Jan 25, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Charlotte A. Ramsdell, age 93, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at St. Albans Health & Rehab Center.

She was born in Enosburgh on April 2, 1930 to the late Floyd & Lila (Jacobs) Young.

Charlotte was a life-long resident of the area and a devoted member of St. John the Baptist Church in Enosburg Falls.

She is survived...

Elizabeth Peloquin

Jan 23, 2024

 ENOSBURG FALLS – Elizabeth Peloquin, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 at her home with her loving family by her side. 

Elizabeth was born in Longueuil, QC on July 20, 1951 to Arthur and Marguerite (Gingras) Peloquin.

Elizabeth attended an all-girls catholic school in Quebec, Canada. Elizabeth spent her early life working many jobs including at Champlain Cable, Hasbro, and...

Marguerite "Peggy" Lawyer

Jan 21, 2024

BAKERSFIELD - Marguerite "Peggy" Lawyer, age 82, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 with family by her side.

Born on February 28, 1941 in St. Albans, she was the second youngest of nine children born to the late Gordon W. and Marguerite (Paradee) Boomhower.

Peggy is survived by her children, Lance Lawyer and his wife Sharon, and April Geddes and her...

Maxine Barney

Jan 20, 2024

SWANTON - Maxine P. Barney, age 89, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

She was born January 1, 1935 in Highgate to the late Daniel & Bernice (Horner) Johnson.

Maxine was a life-long resident of the area. She loved being outside working in her gardens and spending time with her cat.

She is survived...

Lisa Patterson

Jan 20, 2024

RICHFORD - Our dear sister Lisa K. Patterson, age 61, completed her journey on this earth January 20, 2024. Lisa was surrounded by family in her final hours, and is with her Mom & Dad now were sure.

She was born November 19, 1962 and was the youngest of four children born to Wallace & Veronica (Bordo) Patterson.

She lived her entire...