Obituaries

Brian James Welsh

Brian James Welsh

Jan 19, 2017

Brian James Welsh, 76, of Grand Isle, VT, returned to his heavenly home on January 19, 2017. He joins his wife of 39 years, Alice Theresa Terry Welsh, who preceded him in 2003. Brian was born December 19, 1940, in Jamaica Queens, NY, to James and Martha Welsh. He attended Brooklyn Technical High School and received a Bachelors degree at...

Shirley M. Giffin

Shirley M. Giffin

Jan 12, 2017

ENOSBURGH - Shirley M. Giffin, age 69, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2017 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.In keeping with Shirleys wishes there will be no public services.For those who wish, contributions in Shirleys memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.Condolences, photos and favorite...

Marilyn S. Ashton

Marilyn S. Ashton

Jan 11, 2017

RICHFORD - Marilyn S. Ashton, age 82, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at The Villa Rehab Center in St. Albans.She was born May 19, 1934 in Highgate to the late Merrill & Mabel (Barr) Smith.Marilyn spent most of her life living in Richford. She worked at the Union Carbide Company in St. Albans for 27 years. Her hobbies included...

Harold P. Vest

Harold P. Vest

Jan 9, 2017

EAST BERKSHIRE, VT / RED OAK, IA - Harold P. Vest, age 93, passed away Monday, January 9, 2017 at the St. Albans Health & Rehab Center.He was born December 2, 1923 in Kirkman, Iowa to the late Ralph and Lenore (McGee) Vest.Harold graduated from Red Oak High School in Iowa and then joined the U.S. Army in 1943. He...

James Robert Walker, Sr.

James Robert Walker, Sr.

Jan 7, 2017

Born July 3, 1932 to Florence and George Walker Sr., James Robert Walker Sr. was reunited with his wife Gloria Martell Walker on January 7, 2017 surrounded by loved ones at the age of 84. He was married to Gloria Martell Walker on July 3, 1954 and had three children that survive him - Brenda Morrison, James Walker Jr., and...

Elizabeth Anne Lower

Elizabeth Anne Lower

Jan 6, 2017

Elizabeth Anne Lower, age 76, passed away Friday, January 6, 2017 at her home in Sheldon home with her loving family by her side. Elizabeth was born in Brattleboro, Vermont on February 22, 1940. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Jessica (Bessett) Byrd. She graduated from Brattleboro High School and continued her education thru community college. She...

Herman C. Hansen, Jr

Herman C. Hansen, Jr

Jan 4, 2017

Herman Hansen, Jr. of Alburgh passed away at the St. Albans Health and Rehabilitation Center on January 4, 2017 with his family by his side. Herman was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on December 3, 1928, the son of Herman Hansen, Sr. and Marie Christansen. Herman received an honorable discharge after serving in the United States Army from 1946-1948. On August...

Henry Aaron Hutchins Papa

Henry Aaron Hutchins Papa

Jan 4, 2017

Henry Aaron Hutchins, Papa , Age 86, died peacefully in the comfort of his home Wednesday evening, January 4, 2017. Henry was born in North Hero, VT on June 21, 1930. He graduated from Alburgh High School in 1948. Shortly following his graduation, he served his country with the United States Army in the Korean War. After returning from the...

George A. Spear

George A. Spear

Jan 2, 2017

George, another member of Tom Brokaws Greatest Generation, has slipped away. Feisty to the end, George found peace on January 2, 2017, after more than 100 years of living life to the fullest on his terms. Business man, patriot, husband, father, uncle, grand and great-grand parent and, of course, curmudgeon, George will join his beloved wife, Elinor; stepson, Jack Shivery;...

Patricia A. O'Shea

Patricia A. O'Shea

Jan 2, 2017

Patricia Ann O\u0027Shea of Franklin, VT, passed away January 2nd, 2017 after a courageous battle with ALS. She was surrounded by friends and family on a beautiful winter day. The sun was shining and the birds and squirrels were playing in the trees. Pat was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 1, 1949, the first-born daughter of Grace (OLeary) and...

Norbert H. Larose

Norbert H. Larose

Dec 27, 2016

SHELDON - Norbert H. Larose, age 88, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at the St. Albans Health & Rehab Facility.He was born April 26, 1928 in Enosburgh to the late Rosaire & Vera (Garrow) Larose.Norbert graduated from Enosburg Falls High School and served in the U.S. Navy. He married Ruth Danyow on February 20, 1950. Norbert held several positons...

Arlene G. Martel

Arlene G. Martel

Dec 27, 2016

RICHFORD - Arlene G. Martel, age 94, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford.She was born in Richford on October 1, 1922 the daughter of the late, Harvey & Elizabeth (Lahue) Bashaw.She was a 1941 graduate of Richford High School and subsequently married Albert Pit Martel on June 27, 1945 and made...

Eugene S. Pynduss

Eugene S. Pynduss

Dec 23, 2016

RICHFORD - Eugene S. Pynduss, age 86, passed away Friday morning, December 23, 2016 at his home following a brief illness.Gene was born October 3, 1930 in Norwalk, CT the son of the late, Stephen & Mary (Proskie) PyndussGene enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving for 20 years during the Korean & Vietnam Wars. Following his honorable discharge he went...

John L. Whitt

John L. Whitt

Dec 21, 2016

ENOSBURG FALLS - John L. Whitt, age 80, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at the St. Albans Health & Rehab Center with his family at his side.John was born on November 28, 1936 in Gallipolis, OH the son of the late W. Hollis & Leona (Roush) Whitt.John was a U.S Air Force Veteran for 14 years and then re-enlisted...

Leon Joseph Unwin

Leon Joseph Unwin

Dec 18, 2016

Leon Joseph Unwin, age 74, recently of Stowell St. in St. Albans City, died Sunday, December 18, 2016, at The Villa Rehab with loving family at his side. Born in St. Albans on, December 25, 1941, Leon was the son of the late Oscar and Lucille (Therrien) Unwin. He attended Swanton schools was later married to the former Patricia Corriea...

Meryl J. Fowles

Meryl J. Fowles

Dec 16, 2016

Meryl J. Fowles, 73 of Meca View Farm, East Berkshire, VT. and formerly of Sunnydell Farm Southampton, MA. passed away on December 16, 2016 at the UVM Medical Center after an eight-month battle with leukemia. Meryl was born August 4, 1943 to Elwyn and Louise (Searle) Fowles. A graduate of the Easthampton High School class of 1961, Meryl graduated from...

Ruth Ellen (Barber) Toner

Ruth Ellen (Barber) Toner

Dec 12, 2016

Ruth Ellen (Barber) Toner, formerly of Chazy, NY and Swanton, and most recently of South Burlington, passed away Monday morning, December 12, 2016, at the UVM Medical Center after a short illness.Ruth was born in Bronx, NY, March 3, 1926, the daughter of Arthur William and Mary Agnes (Farmer) Barber. The family split time between their home in Forest Hills...

Maurice L. Hall, Jr.

Maurice L. Hall, Jr.

Dec 12, 2016

RICHFORD - Maurice Lyman Hall Jr., age 70 passed away Monday December 12, 2016 at his home. Mo was born May 8, 1946 in Montgomery, a son of the late Maurice and Genevieve (Kidder) Hall. He attended Richford High School, graduating in the class of 1964. After high school, Mo traveled south to Virginia where he married and raised two...

Kathleen A. Pynduss

Kathleen A. Pynduss

Dec 10, 2016

RICHFORD - Kathleen A. Pynduss, age 77, passed away Saturday morning, December 10, 2016 at Our Lady of the Meadows Community Care Home in Richford with her loving family and friends at her side.Kathy was born in Montgomery Village on June 21, 1939 the daughter of the late Thomas & Louise (Domina) McGrailKathy was a 1957 graduate of Richford High...

Eileen G. Mercier

Eileen G. Mercier

Dec 8, 2016

Eileen G. Mercier, age 98 years, died late Thursday morning, December 8, 2016, at The Holiday House in St. Albans Town. Born in Swanton on, January 16, 1918, she was the daughter of the late William and Etta (Champagne) Mercier. She graduated in 1936 from the former St. Annes Academy and spent the rest of her life devoted to her...