Obituaries
Fr. Leonidas B. Laroche
Feb 20, 2019
SWANTON - Reverend Leonidas Bernard Laroche, age 84, died on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at his home in St. Albans. He was born on May 18, 1934 in Highgate Center to the late Henri & Maria (Gagne) Laroche. He attended St. Anne Academy, Swanton, Vt, Cardinal OConnell Seminary and St. John Seminary in Boston, MA. He was ordained to the...
Joan A. Jettie
Feb 14, 2019
ST. ALBANS - Joan A. Jettie, age 84, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully from this life on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans. She was born in Sheldon Springs on June 16, 1934, the daughter of the late Renaldo and Winnie (Currier) Guilmette.Joan grew up in Sheldon Springs and graduated...
Anne R. Blanchard
Feb 9, 2019
BAKERSFIELD - Anne Ranslow Jocelyn-Blanchard, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at her home in Bakersfield.She was born in Colchester, the daughter of the late Willard and Helen (Ross) Jocelyn.Anne graduated from Essex Junction High School. She married Gerald L. Ganson in January of 1964. Anne received a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English Literature...
Nicholas V. Flora
Feb 9, 2019
SWANTON - Nicholas V. Flora, age 70, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2019 with his wife, Beryl by his side at Dartmouth-Hitchcocks Jack Byrne Center in Lebanon, NH.He was born in Plattsburgh, New York on December 11, 1948, the son of the late Vaughn and Jean (Spear) Flora.Nick proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard for...
Richard F. Longe
Feb 8, 2019
SHELDON - Richard F. Longe, age 94, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2019 at his home in Sheldon. He was born in Bakersfield on February 2, 1925, the son of the late Elmer and Bertha (Longey) Longe. Richard worked on several farms throughout his life before purchasing his own in 1971 on VT Route 105 in Sheldon. After he...
John A. Shaw
Feb 7, 2019
SWANTON - John A. Shaw, age 83, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019 at St. Albans Health and Rehab Center. He was born in Swanton on February 1, 1936, the son of the late Alden and Ruth (Walker) Shaw. John was a proud veteran of both the US Marine Corps and the US Air Force. John enjoyed playing cards, fishing,...
Patrick P. Loiselle
Feb 4, 2019
GEORGIA - Patrick P. Loiselle, age 63, passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019 at his home in Georgia.He was born at home on his family farm in Richford on January 8, 1956 the son of the late Armand and Marguerite (Blanchard) Loiselle.Patrick had so much love in his heart for everyone and was loved by all who knew him....
Stanley A. Bray
Feb 4, 2019
ST. ALBANS - Stanley S. Bray, age 90, passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019 at his home in St. Albans.He was born in Highgate on September 14, 1928 to the late Shirley & Madeline (Witham) Bray.Stanley grew up and graduated from Highgate High School. He loved being outdoors, especially hunting or fishing. Stanley worked as a carpenter for Kenneth...
John L. Fournier
Feb 3, 2019
BERKSHIRE - John L. Fournier, age 62, passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2019 surrounded by his family at the McClure Respite House in Colchester. He was born in Berkshire on January 1, 1957, the son of the late Adelord and Lucienne (Surprenant) Fournier.John grew up in Richford and attended Richford High School. After high school he worked for Brouillette...
Evey J. Lafar
Feb 3, 2019
SWANTON - Evey J. Lafar, age 70, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at his home in Swanton. He was born in Swanton on July 23, 1948, the son of the late William E. and Catherine A. (Cusson) Lafar. Evey was a lifelong resident of the Swanton community. He attended St. Annes Academy and was a proud member of the...
Lloyd A. Lumbra
Feb 3, 2019
ENOSBURG FALLS - Lloyd A. Lumbra, age 89, passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2019 at his home in Enosburg Falls.He was born in Franklin on August 29, 1929, the son of the late Clifton and Zoa (Martin) Lumbra.Lloyd grew up in Richford and attended Richford High School. For a brief time, he farmed and then moved to Connecticut to...
Mary Ann A. Castonguay
Feb 3, 2019
SWANTON - Mary Ann (Lafrance) Castonguay, age 100, began her journey into eternity on Sunday, February 3, 2019 surrounded by her family. Mary Ann was the daughter of the late Joseph and Alice (Baron) Lafrance. Born on May 11, 1918 in Nashua, New Hampshire. She was a communicant of St. Louis de Gonzague church and attended their parochial schools. She...
Leah A. Weed
Jan 30, 2019
ENOSBURG - Leah A. Weed, age 95, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.She was born in Fairfax on October 11, 1923, daughter of the late Leo and Hazel (Hoben) Depatie.Leah was a kind-hearted woman who lived a simple and wholesome life. She had a strong...
Raymond "Butch" Phillips
Jan 29, 2019
MONTGOMERY - Raymond Butch A. Phillips Jr., age 73, passed away on January 29, 2019 at his sons home in Montgomery.In keeping with Butchs wishes, a private graveside service will take place this spring in Berkshire Center Cemetery.Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through www.gossfs.com
Walter H. Scott
Jan 26, 2019
ENOSBURG FALLS - Walter H. Scott passed away on Saturday January 26, 2019 at the age of 80 while at the Northwest Medical Center in St. Albans with his son Robert by his side. Walter fought a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure. He was born in Montreal, Quebec on October 22, 1938. Walter spent 25 years, 6...
Frances P. Choiniere
Jan 25, 2019
SWANTON - Frances Prouty Choiniere quietly left this earth to join her family members who have gone before her, on January 25, 2019 at the age of 95.Frances was a warm, witty, and friendly woman who loved her family. Back in the day you could find her roller skating at the Fantasia, which is where she met Jacques. Frances and...
Elaine C. Begnoche
Jan 24, 2019
SWANTON - Elaine C. Begnoche, age 81, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at her daughters home in Swanton. She was born on February 20, 1937 in St. Albans to the late George & Ardelle (Lemoine) Laurendeau. Elaine was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved reading and playing games with her grandchildren. On Saturday nights, Elaine could...
Susan E. Fontaine
Jan 23, 2019
HIGHGATE - Susan E. Fontaine, age 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford.She was born on March 6, 1939 in Montreal, Quebec to the late Mitchell and Lucille Greenwood. Susan was born and raised in Montreal and attended schools there. On September 6, 1958 she married the love of her...
Kelley L. Ryan
Jan 23, 2019
ENOSBURG - Kelley Louise Ryan, age 57, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at her home in Enosburg. She was born on June 9, 1961 in St. Johnsbury, to Corinne A. (Blouin) Ryan and the late James H. Ryan. Kelley attended school in Rutland and Barre, graduating from Spaulding High School in 1980. Kelley started her nursing career...
Geraldine R. Jewett
Jan 20, 2019
RICHFORD - Geraldine R. Jewett, age 69, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born in Montgomery on January 6, 1950, the daughter of the late Gerald Sr. & Ruth (Frazier) JewettGeraldine grew up on Hill West, went to Montgomery Elementary, and attended Enosburg Falls High School. She married Gordon...
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