Obituaries

Joyce Sears

Nov 18, 2022

RICHFORD- Beloved mother, sister, cousin, and friend, Joyce Elaine Sears passed from this life on November 18, 2022, she was 76. Born in Utica, New York on April 30, 1946, to Doris (Warner) Cieri and Michael B. Cieri. In 2017, Joyce was diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia at theyoung age of 70.

A lifelong caregiver, Joyce was an R.N. who...

Jessica Bathalon

Nov 18, 2022

ST. ALBANS– Jessica Anne Curran-Bathalon, age 40, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 15th, 2022.

 

She was born in Nyack, New York on January 30th, 1982, to Stephen and Deborah (Schuler) Curran.

 

Jessica loved to garden and had many favorite flowers including sunflowers and lilacs. She was a caring and devoted sister, wife, and mother to her family...

Donald Cooper

Nov 18, 2022

FRANKLIN - Donald J. Cooper, age 77, a life-long resident of Franklin, died on Friday, November 18, 2022 at his home after a long battle with cancer.

 

He was born January 18, 1945 in Highgate Falls. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia Cooper; his daughter, Mary Elizabeth; his son, Christopher William; and his beloved grandson,...

Jon Guilmette

Nov 12, 2022

BAKERSFIELD - Jon R. Guilmette, age 65, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022 with his loving family by his side at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

 

He was born in Brattleboro on July 2, 1957 to the late Delbert & Beatrice (LaBree) Guilmette.

 

Jon was the definition of a blue-collar man. He worked hard...

Michael Terry

Nov 10, 2022

LOWELL- Michael Terry, age 52, passed away on Thursday, November 10th, 2022, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester with his family by his side.

He was born in Burlington, VT on January 22, 1970, to the late Charles and Lois (Bluto) Terry.

Michael attended Essex High School and shortly after found his passion of mechanics. Stock car racing...

Kathy Marshia

Nov 9, 2022

ENOSBURG FALLS- Kathleen Lee Marshia, age 63, passed away after a courageous 11-year battle with cancer on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in St. Albans on April 19, 1959 to the late Carroll Sr. and Eleanor (Lakey) Billado.

Kathy grew up in Richford, attended Richford Elementary School, and graduated from Enosburg Falls High...

Duane Cooper

Nov 6, 2022

RICHFORD- Duane "Coop" Cooper, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 6, 2022 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

He was born in St. Albans on August 2, 1963 to Ilene (Elwood) and the late Carlton Cooper.

Coop grew up in Highgate, attended Highgate elementary School and graduated from Missisquoi Valley Union in 1981. After graduation he...

Nord W. Hovermann

Nov 6, 2022

MILTON – Nord W. Hovermann, age 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 6, 2022 after a courageous battle with health issues at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born in Montreal, Quebec on January 27, 1950 to the late William & Audrey Hovermann, and step-mother, Olga (Bergmann) Hovermann.

Nord was born and raised in Chomedey Laval. Unbeknownst...

Timothy J. Hemingway

Nov 6, 2022

HIGHGATE CENTER – Timothy J. Hemingway, age 66, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, November 6, 2022 surrounded by his loving family at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born in Saxtons River, VT on November 10, 1955 to the late Russell & Barbara (Goodhue) Hemingway.

Tim was born and raised in Southern Vermont,...

Vickie L. Greeno

Nov 4, 2022

SWANTON – Vickie L. Greeno, age 66, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 4, 2022 surrounded by her loving family at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester.  

She was born in Norton, Virginia on May 26, 1956 to Reatha (Hubbard) and the late James “Jim” Culbertson.                        

Vickie was born in Norton and raised in Colonial Heights, Virginia. She...

Pamela Eaton

Nov 4, 2022

NORTH HERO- Pamela G. Eaton, age 76, eldest daughter of David and Loraine Gates Eaton, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on November 4th, 2022, from Alzheimer's disease.

Pam was a sixth generation Vermonter, born in Burlington, VT on December 13th, 1945.

Pam ruled the basketball court her freshman and...

Joyce Weld

Nov 3, 2022

BERKSHIRE - Joyce M. Weld, age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at the University of Vermont medical Center in Burlington.

 

She was born in Berkshire on June 23, 1942 to the late Woodrow & Ida (Domina) King.

 

Joyce grew up in Berkshire and graduated from Richford High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Douglas...

Irene Newcomb

Nov 2, 2022

COVENTRY– Irene L. Smith Royea Newcomb, age 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 2nd, at her Coventry home with her family by her side.

She was born in Franklin, New Hampshire on January 21st, 1930, to the late Bernard and Vera (Boulieu) Smith.

Irene was one of five children growing up at the Daniel Webster home for children. Irene...

Joseph Jutras

Nov 2, 2022

BAKERSFIELD - Joseph R. Jutras, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, November 2nd, 2022, at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

 

He was born in Fairfield on March 6th, 1938, to the late Adhamer and Rhea (Cabana) Jutras.

 

Joseph met his lifelong partner of 55 years, Doris Jutras. After school Joseph entered the United States ARMY as...

Larry Green

Nov 1, 2022

ENOSBURG FALLS– It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Larry A. Green, age 76, after a valiant fight with cancer. He passed on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home.  

He was born on February 1, 1946 to the late Ruth (Young) and Richard I Green...

Myrna A. Flanagan

Oct 31, 2022

HIGHGATE – Myrna Ada (Mulheron) Flanagan, our beloved Mother and Grandmother, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022 at the Franklin County Rehabilitation Facility. She is now in the hands of the Lord.

Myrna was an excellent cook, she hosted many holiday meals as the matriarch of the family. She worked at Eveready Battery Company for many years. She enjoyed...

Jean A. Rainville

Oct 30, 2022

HIGHGATE – Jean A. Rainville, age 65, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with health issues on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at her home in Highgate.

She was born in St. Albans on September 21, 1957 to Laurette (Roussin) and the late Maynard Rogers Jr.

Jean was born and raised in Swanton on a dairy farm. At...

Pearl Wilson

Oct 30, 2022

SWANTON- Pearl M. Wilson, age 98, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at St. Albans Health and Rehabilitation Center in St. Albans.

On February 13, 1924 Pearl was born to the late Henry and Mary "Vina" (Tracy) Beyor in Highgate Springs. With her eleven siblings, Pearl grew up on her family farm and attended the one room schoolhouse in...

Valerie Corey

Oct 25, 2022

RICHFORD– Valerie J. Corey, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at her Richford home with her family by her side.  

 

She was born in St. Albans on August 7th, 1960, to the late Steven and Catherine (Paquette) Cook.                                

 

Valerie grew up in Enosburg Falls and graduated from BFA St. Albans. She adored her...

George M. Olio Sr.

Oct 25, 2022

SANFORD, FL - George M. Olio Sr. of Sanford, FL passed away peacefully at the age of 80, on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans, VT.

He was born in Burlington, VT on November 26, 1941 to the late Michael & Cecile (Lafley) Olio.

George grew up as the oldest of two children. He graduated...