Obituary: Eunice Messier Benham
Mrs. Eunice Messier Benham, age 83, passed away at her home, November 25, 2016. She was born in Franklin, July 11, 1933 daughter of the late Gordon and Freda (Clapper) Messier. She was married to Carl D. Benham, Jr., May 26, 1966. Mr. Benham predeceased her December 4, 1993. Eunice worked for many years at…
Obituary: Edwin A. Church
Edwin A. Church a lifelong area resident passed away early Monday, November 28th, 2016, at Northwestern Medical Center. He was born in St. Albans on June 1st, 1920, the son of the late Clyde Elmer and Clara Edith (LaFrance) Church. Ed was 96 years old. On May 11th, 1956, Ed married Sylvia Weston, who preceded…
Obituary: Lorraine A. Bocash
Lorraine A. Bocash, also know as” Turkey”, born June 29th, 1947, passed away on November 23rd, at 10:50 PM at her daughter’s home with her loving family at her side. Lorraine was born in St. Albans, where she was a devoted day care provider for 35 years. Lorraine also worked as a support worker for…
Obituary: Susan Hakey
Mrs. Susan Hakey, age 65, passed away Monday morning, November 21, 2016, at her home. She was born March 29, 1951, in Swanton, daughter of the late Abraham Tatro, Sr. and Dorcas (Jerry) Tatro. September 26, 1968, she married Allard Hakey. Susan spent her life caring for her family, and will be remembered for her…
Obituary: Barbara Irene Laroche
arbara Irene Laroche, age 75 years, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning, November 20, 2016, at her Paul’s Court home in Highgate. Born in Enosburgh Falls, VT on, December 1, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Irene (Porter) Burleson. She graduated from Enosburgh Falls High School in the Class of 1961 and…
Obituary: Neil R. Ostiguy
Mr. Neil R. Ostiguy, age 55, passed away upon arrival at the Northwestern Medical Center, Friday evening November 18, 2016. He was born November 27, 1960 in St. Albans, son of Roger and Alta (Guyette) Ostiguy. Neil graduated from Missisquoi Valley Union High School, and served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1979…
Obituary: Carol June Jewett
Carol June Jewett, age 88 years, passed away peacefully Saturday morning at her Taylor Drive home in Swanton, Born in Hawthorne, New Jersey on, June 19, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Florence (McCullough) Ringel. She attended Hawthorne High School as well as Art School in New York City, and worked…
Obituary: Kevin Allen Ploof
Kevin Allen Ploof, age 52 years, died late Monday evening, November 14, 2016, at his Gore Road home with loving family and friends at his side. Born in St. Albans on, October 5, 1964, he was the son of the late Eugene Dale and Shirley May (Brosseau) Ploof. He graduated from Missisquoi Valley Union High…
Obituary: William C. “Chipper” Brace
Mr. William C. “Chipper” Brace , age 76, passed away unexpectedly at his home, Sunday, November 13, 2016. He was born in St. Albans, November 11, 1940, son of the late Leo and Beatrice “Niles” Brace. January 19, 1963 Chipper married Sandra LaDeau. Sandy passed away December 9, 1991. He worked for many years in…
Obituary: Armand Joseph Boudreau
Armand Joseph Boudreau, age 91 years, died early Saturday morning, November 12, 2016, in the Franklin County Rehab Center with loving family at his side. Born in Swanton, Vermont on, December 5, 1924, he was the son of the late Herman and Neulla (LaPan) Boudreau. He was married on, June 3, 1950, to the former…
Obituary: Claire Beauvais
Mrs. Claire Beauvais, age 84, died late Tuesday morning, November 8,2016, in the St. Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center with loving family at her side. Born in Granby, Quebec Canada she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Bella (Meunier) Beland. She attended schools in Canada and on, September 30, 1950, was married to…
Obituary: Elton Frederick Dashno
Elton Frederick Dashno, 81, a longtime area resident passed away on Sunday November 6th, 2016, at Northwestern Medical Center with his family by his side. Born in Fairfax on April 4th 1935, he was the son of the late Herbert and Clarabelle (Bruley) Dashno. On December 20th, 1953, in Worcester, MA Elton married Thelma Constantine,…
Obituary: Andre Gilbert Bertrand
Andre Gilbert Bertrand, age 78 years, a lifelong Swanton resident died Sunday afternoon, November 6, 2016, at the McClure Miller VNA Respite House in Colchester. Born in Swanton on, October 3, 1938, he was the son of the late Armand and Roseanna (Daneau) Bertrand. He faithfully served his country in the United States Marie Corps.…
Obituary: Maude Louise (Sturton) Sheppard
Maude Louise (Sturton) Sheppard, 96 and a longtime resident of St. Albans, passed away on November 5, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. She will be missed by the many lives she touched with her intelligence and gentle, kind and giving spirit. Maude was born on December 15, 1919, in Quebec City, Quebec, the daughter…
Obituary: Patricia Ann Taft
Patricia Ann Taft a lifelong resident passed away Thursday, November 3rd, 2016, at the VNA Respite House. Born in St. Albans on April 19th, 1952, she was the daughter of the late John F. and Gertrude (Laroche) Cook. Patricia was 64 years old. Patricia was educated in St. Albans and held various jobs throughout Franklin…
Obituary: Leo Francis Bonneville
Leo Francis Bonneville, age 79 years, a lifelong resident of the Isle La Motte Community, died suddenly Friday morning, November 4, 2016, at his East Shore Road home. Born in Isle La Motte on, June 9, 1937, he was the son of the late Alcide and Rena (Jarvis) Bonneville. He attended St. Ann’s Academy in…
Obituary: Susan Elizabeth Fitzgerald
Susan Elizabeth Fitzgerald, age 66 years, a native of Alburgh died Thursday evening, October 27, 2016, at the North Country Hospital in Newport. Born in Alburgh on, October 20, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Norman “Pat” and Doris “Dolly” (Mumley) Letourneau. She graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Champlain, NY and was…
Obituary: Arlene June Trahan
Arlene June Trahan, age 80 years, a longtime resident of the Cassidy Road, died Friday, October 28, 2016, at the St. Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center with loving family at her side. Born at home in Highgate Falls on, June 26, 1936, she was the daughter of the late James and Alma (Greenia) Beyor. She…
Obituary: Charles H. “Charlie” Bettis, Sr.
Charles H. “Charlie” Bettis, Sr., died of Lewy Body Disease on October 28th, 2016. He was born on April 9th, 1933, in Burlington, VT, the son of the late Charles and Loretta (Barbeau) Bettis. He married the former Monique Gelinas, in St. Anthony’s Church in Burlington on July 3, 1954. Monique died on November 5,…
Obituary: Leora P. Lemnah
Leora P. Lemnah, age 77 years, died early Thursday morning, October 27, 2016, at her Pine Plaines residence with her dog “Poopie” at her right shoulder and loving family at her side. Born in Montgomery on, July 26, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Florence (Parrot) Delisle. She attended Alburgh High…
Obituary: Helen Saulters Kinney
Helen Saulters Kinney of North Hero passed away peacefully on October 27, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. Helen was born on November 9, 1931 in Richford to William Saulters and Alda (Juaire) Saulters. Helen was married in 1949 to Paul Kinney who predeceased her in July 2010. Helen leaves behind her sons, William…
Obituary: Howard Paul Adams
Howard Paul Adams died Saturday May 17, 2008 in Burlington, Vermont. He was born November 6, 1918 in Jersey City, NJ, to Harry and Etta (Alpert) Adams. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from The Cooper Union Institute of Technology in New York City in 1940. After serving in the U.S. Army in…
Obituary: Carolyn Lynn Wagner
Carolyn Lynn Wagner, a resident of the area since 1975, passed away on Tuesday, October 25th, 2016, at the McClure Miller VNA Respite House surrounded by her family and friends. Born in Granby, Connecticut on May 30th, 1957, she was the daughter of Norman and Mary (Chisler) Gagne. Carolyn was 59 years old. She was…
Obituary: Theodore Marshall Vincelette
Theodore Marshall Vincelette, age 78 years, died Thursday morning, October 27, 2016, at The Villa in St. Albans City. Born in Highgate on, August 26, 1938, he was the son of the late Henry and Mary (Grassette) Vincelette. He attended Swanton schools and was married to the former Josephine Pommer who predeceased him. A native…
Obituary: Remi Yves Bourdeau
May 12, 1947 – October 24, 2016- Sheldon, VT A deep void is felt throughout the farming community across Vermont due to the loss of Remi Bourdeau; a mentor, leader, business man, psychologist, but most importantly a husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and friend. He found much sought peace on October 24th, 2016. Remi will…
Obituary: Marilyn Adler Cohen
Marilyn Adler Cohen, 91, passed away Oct. 22, 2016 at VNA Respite House. She was born April 1, 1925 to Bennie and Mamie Adler. She married Sanford Cohen in 1943 and they lived most of their married life in Burlington. Sanford died in 1988. Marilyn is survived by her children, Brenda and her husband Roger…
Obituary: Kristina Irene O’Dell
Kristina Irene O’Dell, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, October 20th, 2016 at the University of Vermont Medical Center from complications related to asthma. She was 24 years old. Kristina was born in St. Albans on October 8th, 1992 and was a lifelong resident of that community. She graduated from St. Albans…
Obituary: Diana Lee Major
Diana Lee Major a lifelong resident of this area passed away, Saturday, October 22nd, 2016 at The Villa Rehab Center, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 7, 1945, in St. Albans, the daughter of the late, Harold and Olivia (Trombley) Cota. Diana was 71 years old. She was educated in St. Albans,…
Obituary: Phyllis C. Young
Mrs. Phyllis C. Young, age 91, passed away Thursday morning, October 20, 2016 in the Northwestern Medical Center. She was born in Montreal, Quebec on July 9, 1925, daughter of the late James and Annie (Appleton) Matthew. She was a homemaker for most of her adult life. She married Kenneth Young in Montreal. Mr. Young…
Obituary: Leonard “Johnny” Mead
Leonard “Johnny” Mead, 90, passed away June 23, 2016, with family by his side at The Arbors in Shelburne. Johnny was born May 19, 1926 in Burlington, VT to Flora (Russell) and Erle Mead, he was the youngest of four children and the sixth generation of Meads’ in Vermont. Johnny graduated from Hinesburg High School…
Obituary: Rodney J. Richard
Mr. Rodney J. Richard, age 82, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2016, in the Hanover Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Rodney was born in St. Albans, December 9, 1933, son of the late Floyd and Bertha (Guyette) Richard. Rodney was a graduate of BFA, where he played on the State Championship Football Team. He served…
Obituary: Christian Anderson Regan
Christian Anderson Regan, age 14 years, passed away late Friday afternoon, October 14, 2016, in a tragic accident at Highgate Springs. Born in St. Albans on, September 30, 2002, he was the son of Christopher and Darlene (Regan) Larose. He was in the 8th grade at the Missisquoi Valley Union Middle School and was a…
Obituary: Michael P. Graveline
Michael P. Graveline a longtime area resident passed away early Friday, October 14th, 2016, at the McClure Miller VNA Respite House following a brief illness. His family and friends were at his side. Born in Long Branch, New Jersey, on February 16th, 1968, Michael was the son of the late John and Johanna (Borsuk) Graveline.…
Obituary: Jill Marie (Mortimer) Hartman
Jill Marie (Mortimer) Hartman loved, lived, nursed and nurtured with an energy that drew out the best in others. She was born in Bellows Falls, VT on October 8th, 1958 to Wendell Gilson Mortimer and Evelyn Mae (Clark) Mortimer of Putney, VT. She spent her childhood between Westfield, MA and the family camp in Newfane,…
Obituary: Eugene Carl “Gene” Mellor
Eugene Carl “Gene” Mellor a longtime area resident passed away Wednesday, October 12th, 2016, at the St. Albans Healthcare & Rehab Center. Born in Fairhaven, Massachusetts on February 25th, 1950, Gene was the son of late, Carl C. and Rose (Douglas) Mellor. Gene was 66 years old. Survivors include his sister, Marlene Alcazar and her…
Obituary: Mary B. St. Pierre
Mary B. St. Pierre a longtime resident of this area passed away at her home on Saturday, October 8th, 2016, with her son, David and his wife, Donna, and friends at her side. Born in Franklin on April 28th, 1924, Mary was the daughter of the late Hubert and Rose (Bourgeois) Smith. Mary was 92…
Obituary: George “Bud” Richard
George “Bud” Richard, age 88 years, died Saturday evening, October 8, 2016, in The Saint Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Facility. Born in Swanton on, February 24, 1928, he was the son of the late Chester and Florence (Cears) Richard. He attended Swanton schools and faithfully served his country in the United States Army Air Force…
Obituary: Theresa Lamothe
Mrs. Theresa Lamothe, age 93, passed away Sunday afternoon, October 9, 2016, in the Franklin County Rehab Center. Theresa was born in Farnham, Quebec, February 20, 1923, daughter of the late Joseph and Marie Alexia Anne (Cardinal) Cadieux. September 19, 1944, she married Jean Lamothe. Mr. Lamothe predeceased her in 2003. Theresa worked with her…
Obituary: Chad Joseph Cameron
Chad Joseph Cameron, age 46 years, a longtime resident of St. Albans and more recently of Swanton died early Thursday morning, October 6, 2016, at the McClure Miller VNA Respite House in Colchester following a long battle with Leukemia. Born in St. Albans on, January 18, 1970, he was the son of Patricia (Goodroe) Burritt…
Obituary: Patrick E. Metevier, Jr.
Patrick E. Metevier, Jr., 82, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016 in Copley Hospital, Morrisville. He was born in Burlington on Mar. 28, 1934 to Patrick E. Sr. and Mary E. (Gaudette) Metevier. He was a carpenter and loved hunting and fishing. He leaves his wife, Gloria J. Metevier of Greensboro and many nieces,…
Obituary: Beatrice Josephine Taggart
Mrs. Beatrice Josephine Taggart, age 88 years, died late Thursday afternoon, September 29, 2016, at The Villa in St. Albans City with her loving husband at her side. Born in Franklin on October 30, 1927, she was the daughter of the late George and Locada (Bouno) Domingue. She attended schools in Sheldon and on November…
Obituary: Nellie F. (Bohannon) Lockerby
Nellie F. (Bohannon) Lockerby, age 70 years, died early Friday morning, September 30, 2016, at her Alburgh Springs residence after a courageous battle with cancer with her loved ones at her side. Born in Alburgh on, December 8, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Donald C. and Mae (Westover) Bohannon. She graduated from…
Obituary: Beatrice A. DeMarinis
Beatrice A. DeMarinis a lifelong resident passed away Thursday, September 29th, 2016, at the Northwestern Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born in St. Albans on March 27th, 1919, the daughter of the late Joseph Walker and Elizabeth (Wicks) Walker. Bea was 97 years old. On May 3rd, 1942, in St. Mary’s…
Obituary: Margaret J. Irish
Margaret J. Irish, a lifelong resident, passed away Friday September 30th, 2016, at the Franklin County Rehab with her daughter/granddaughter, Toni at her side. Born in St. Albans on October 28th, 1924, she was the daughter of the late, Clifford and Etta (Casey) Jones. Margaret was 91 years old. On March 23rd, 1945, in St.…
Obituary: Rusty K. Brace
Rusty K. Brace, age 52 years, passed away September 28, 2016, with his loving family gathered around him. Rusty had suffered and fought a valiant battle with cancer for many years. Rusty was born December 21, 1963, in St. Albans, Vermont to his biological mom, Mary Etta Brace. Mary had fought throughout her short life…
Obituary: Richard “Dick” Stewart
Richard “Dick” Stewart, 75, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2016. He was born on April 2, 1941, in Burlington, VT to Robert and Georgiana (Swan) Stewart. Dick graduated from BFA Fairfax in 1959 where he was a gifted multi-sport athlete. His career basketball scoring record of 1,202 points held for 45 years. After high…
Obituary: Leo Paul Martin
Leo Paul Martin a lifelong resident of Georgia and was a dairy farmer most of his life and loved working in the woods and maple sugaring, he also loved to travel, snowmobiling and riding his four-wheeler, passed away unexpectedley, Saturday, September 24th, 2016, at his home. On September 17th, 1960, in Holy Angels Church, he…
Obituary: Lorraine Begnoche Mulheron
Lorraine Begnoche Mulheron, age 86 years, died early Sunday evening, September 25, 2016, in the Northwestern Medical Center with loving family at her side. Born in Saint Albans on March 23, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Treffle and Columbe (Daigneault) Begnoche. She attended Swanton schools and on August 24, 1949, was married…
Obituary: Richard R. “Dick” Rushford
Richard Rushford a lifelong resident of this community passed away early Friday, September 23, 2016, at the Northwestern Medical Center. Richard was born December 4, 1934, in Enosburg, the son of Raymond Rushford and Nettie (Bryce) Rushford. He was 81 years old. He attended Enosburg Schools and graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1952.…
Obituary: David Sullivan Rugg
David Sullivan Rugg, a lifelong area resident passed away on Tuesday, September 20th, 2016, at The Villa. He was born in St. Albans on June 26th, 1937, the son of the late George and Bernadine (Sullivan) Rugg. David was 79 years old. David was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in St. Albans and…
Obituary: Cassandra Marie “Cassie” Viens
Cassandra Marie “Cassie” Viens a longtime area resident passed away unexpectedly early, Wednesday, September 21st, 2016, as the result of an automobile accident. She was born in East Ridge, Tennessee on April 26th, 1996, the daughter of Richard and Tracy (Figueredo) Viens. Cassie was 20 years old. Cassie was a 2014 graduate of Bellows Free…
Obituary: Gloria Mary Churchill
Gloria Mary Churchill, age 82 years, a lifelong resident of the Swanton community left to join her husband Junior, Monday evening, September 19, 2016, in the St. Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center with loving family at her side. Born in Swanton on November 1, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Lucius and Louise…
Obituary: Allan Paul Laroche
Allan Paul Laroche, age 62 years, died early Sunday morning, September 18, 2016 at The University of Vermont Medical Center with loving family at his side. Born in St. Albans on March 26, 1954, he was the son of the late Leonard and Rachel (Gagne) Laroche. He attended schools in Bakersfield and on May 25,…
Obituary: Antonio F. “Tony” DeMarinis
Mr. Antonio F. “Tony” DeMarinis, age 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home Saturday morning, September 17, 2016. He was born in St. Albans, VT, on February 27, 1958, youngest child of Thomas and Beatrice (Merrick) DeMarinis. Tony graduated from Bellows Free Academy in 1976. On May 6, 1989 he married Cindy (Rollo) DeMarinis. Tony…
Obituary: Joseph L. Gamache
Joseph L. Gamache, age 85 years, died late Saturday evening, September 17, 2016, at the St. Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center with loving family at his side. Born in Swanton on November 8, 1930, he was the son of the late Elphege and Yvonne (Chevalier) Gamache. He attended St. Anne’s Academy and on June 15,…
Obituary: Rene M. Montcalm
Once again a beautiful man has lost his life to cancer. Rene was the son of the late Hosanna and Vivian (Allard) Montcalm and raised on the family farm in Georgia. He attended Holy Angels grade school and upon graduating from BFA, Rene enlisted in the US Air Force, ultimately ending up in Tucson, AZ,…
Obituary: Glenn L. Groves
Glenn L. Groves, 65, died peacefully, after a long struggle with cancer, on September 8th in his home surrounded by his family. He is the beloved husband of Mary (Wallace). Loving father of Joletta and Chandra, and the late Tonya and William II; Loving papa of Cora, Ashley, Kayla, Krysta, Raeven, Amber, William, Apollo, and…
Obituary: Lucille Berger Waine
Lucille Berger Waine, age 94 years, a resident of this area for all of her lifetime died early Sunday morning, September 11, 2016, at the East Highgate home of her longtime friend and companion of 35 years, Gerard Paul Desorcie. Born in Saint Albans on, May 23, 1922, she was the daughter of the late…
Obituary: Dorothy N. Reynolds
Dorothy N. Reynolds 04/14/1957 – 09/07/2016 Dorothy eternally entered Heaven in the late morning of Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at the age of 59 after a very strong and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in April 1958 in Portland, Maine to Grace and Nevin Jensen. She is survived by her son, Christopher, granddaughter,…
Obituary: Josephine “Jo” Pare
Josephine “Jo” Pare, passed away at Green Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Colchester, VT on Friday September 9, 2016 which was her 86th. birthday with family at her side. She was born in Newark, NJ, on September 9, 1930, daughter of Serafurio and Clementine Spiotta Falcone. Jo married Robert Naef and resided in Grand…
Obituary: Wayne Robert Parah
Wayne Robert Parah, age 85 years a native of Fairfax and a 50 year resident of Saint Albans died late Thursday evening, September 8, 2016, at the Vermont Respite House in Williston with loving family at his side. Born in Saint Albans on April 26, 1931, he was the son of the late Charles Edward…
Scenic Route: Hit the Road for Fall Foliage
→ Version française Autumn in Vermont is famous for a reason, and it’s easy to see why on a fall foliage drive. To catch the changing colors, take an afternoon or a full day and explore the state’s mountain trails and waterfalls, apple orchards and outdoor art. Pack your sneakers and a warm sweater, and…
BTV — Fall 2016
→ Version française Welcome to Burlington — and Vermont We’re delighted to have you! BTV: The Burlington International Airport Quarterly is a bilingual magazine — translated into French for our Québécois visitors — that highlights Vermont’s recreational, cultural and dining scenes according to the season. In this issue, we explore Vermont in all its autumnal glory.…
Art at the Airport, Fall 2016
→ Version française Burlington City Arts curates art exhibits in three areas of the airport: the Skyway, the area above the escalator and the walls facing security for Gates 1-8. Whether you’ve arrived early for a flight or are waiting to pick up passengers, do take the time to look around! In September and October,…
Ground Crew: Meet Nicolas Longo, Director of Planning and Development
→ Version française The first time I encountered Nicolas Longo, he and his boss, director of aviation Gene Richards, were motoring around the second floor of Burlington International Airport on Segways. The two-wheeled personal transports were recent additions to BTV and a fitting metaphor for the airport’s management style: Though theirs are technically “desk jobs,”…
In Season, Fall 2016
→ Version française Vermont International Film Festival Going to the movies can be a passive activity: Buy a ticket, be seated and be entertained. But for more than three decades, the Vermont International Film Festival has used the cinematic arts to spark community conversation. This year’s lineup showcases films from all over the world addressing…
Museum Guide: Venues That Entertain and Educate
→ Version française Interested in Revolutionary War history? Contemporary art? How about petting baby lambs on a farm? Check, check and check: Museums in and around Burlington have got you covered. Here are some options for whiling away the hours, rain or shine. Ethan Allen Homestead Museum 1 Ethan Allen Homestead, Burlington, ethanallenhomestead.org The namesake…
Perfect Pours: Sample Autumn in a Glass with Burlington Brew Tours
→ Version française Come autumn, there are countless options for feasting the eyes on Vermont’s famous foliage. Visitors can spin their wheels down the Burlington Bike Path, hop aboard a Lake Champlain cruise ship or motor rural roads that wind through the Green Mountains. So why would one get on a tour bus, seemingly the…
