Obituary: Marilyn Pelkey Sherman
Marilyn Pelkey Sherman, age 78 years, a lifelong area resident died late Thursday evening, August 27, 2015, at The Starr Farm Nursing Center in Burlington with loving family at her side. Born at home in Highgate Falls on, March 11, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Foster Alfred and Thelma Eliza (Stewart) Pelkey.…
Obituary: Ephriam “Fagie” Machia
Ephriam “Fagie” Machia, age 78 years, died late Thursday evening, August 27, 2015, in the Northwestern Medical Center with loving family at his side. Born at home in Sheldon on, July 19, 1937, he was the son of the late William and Ruth (Bovat) Machia. He attended Sheldon schools and on, November 29, 1958, was…
Obituary: Mary Patricia Rowell
Mrs. Mary P. Rowell, age 86 years, died Sunday afternoon August 23rd, 2015, in St.Albans, Vt., at the Franklin County Rehabilitation Center with loving family at her side. Mrs. Rowell and her beloved husband Willard lived for many years in the Fairfax community, following the onset of health issues they made their home near family…
Obituary: Charles “Chip” Stuart Hall
Charles “Chip” Stuart Hall passed away August 22, 2015. He was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey to Eileen W. Hall and Charles M. Hall on November 15, 1954. Chip enjoyed skiing, rock and roll and the mountains of Vermont. He is survived by his daughter Meggin Farrell and husband Sam Farrell and grandchildren Kalan…
Obituary: Michael E. Godin
Michael E. Godin, 58, of Essex Jct. died on Sunday, August 23, 2015 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington. He was born in Burlington on December 12, 1956 the son of Marcel and Lucille (Ste. Marie) Godin. He was a graduate of Essex High School class of 1974. On May 6, 1988…
Obituary: Donald Hicks
Donald Charles Hicks, 89, a well-known resident of Gore Road in Bennington died Thursday August 20, 2015 at his residence. He was born in Bennington, VT September 6, 1925. He was the son of the late Charles and Grace (Percy) Hicks. Don received his education in Bennington and was a 1943 graduate of Bennington High…
Obituary: Marie Teresa Ago
Marie Teresa Ago, 88, of North Avenue in Burlington, VT died on August 11, 2015 at University of Vermont Medical Center after a short illness. Marie was born on February 12, 1927 in Brooklyn New York, the daughter of Peter and Millie Lorenzo. She was married in 1947 at Our Lady of Guadalupe church in…
Obituary: Robert C. LaBelle
Robert C. LaBelle, 81, of Swanton, Vt. died peacefully August 11th, 2015 with his family by his side. Born in Burlington, Vermont, on May 23rd, 1934, he was the son of the late Clement and Mildred (O’Connor) LaBelle. Having lost his mother at a young age, Bob was raised primarily by his Mèmè and Grandfather…
Obituary: Marcus Vincent Raymond
Marcus Vincent Raymond, age 86 years, died early Monday morning, August 10, 2015, in The University of Vermont Medical Center with loving family at his side. Born in Swanton on, May 5, 1929, he was the son of the late Constant and Ila May (Curtis) Raymond. He attended Swanton schools and on, October 6, 1956,…
Obituary: Barbara Marvin Adams
Barbara Marvin Adams passed away peacefully on August 9th, having recently celebrated her 91′ birthday. Barbara was born in West Virginia and then grew up in numerous states, including Kansas, Minnesota, Connecticut, New York, and others during the depression. She was the middle child of seven and outlived all of her siblings and their spouses.…
Obituary: Maria Dolores “Loli” Berard
Maria Dolores “Loli” Berard passed away with grace after a courageous battle with Amyloidosis on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the age of 55, surrounded by her family’s love. She is now reunited with her son, Jason A. Berard. Born in Havana, Cuba on June 10, 1960, Loli was the fifth child of seven to…
Obituary: Deborah Helen Carpenter
Deborah Helen Carpenter, age 74 years, died early Sunday morning, August 2, 2015, in the St. Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She has been a seven year resident of Swanton coming from Johnson City, TN. Born in Meredith, NH on, May 17, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Richard B. and Helen S.…
Obituary: John Robert Rocheleau
John was the first born to George and Harriet (Mulheron) Rocheleau on February 5, 1944; On August 3, 2015, he succumbed to cancer at his home surrounded by his family that loved him unconditionally. He graduated from BFA St. Albans and worked for IBM for 27years. Johnny was a Viet Nam veteran. He loved fishing…
Obituary: Terry Blair Elwood
Terry Blair Elwood, age 53 years, died Saturday morning, August 1, 2015, at her North Main St. residence with loving family at her side. Born in St. Albans on, April 4, 1962, she was the daughter of Florence (Bedard) Blair and the late Romeo Blair. She attended Alburgh Schools and graduated from Missisquoi Valley Union…
Obituary: Robert “Boogs” Bohannon
Robert “Boogs” Bohannon, 60, has gone to the Emerald City with the blessing of God. Born on November 2nd ,1954, he died unexpectedly on July 26th with many cherished memories taken with him and left behind. Born in St. Albans VT, he was predeceased by his parents, Thomas Gilbert Bohannon and Virginia Agnes Bohannon. He…
Obituary: Lionel A. Deslaurier
Lionel A. Deslaurier of So. Burlington, VT died on Saturday, July 25, 2015. Born January 22, 1928 – son of Gelase & Dolores (Charest) Deslaurier in Brockton, Massachusetts. He is the beloved husband of Barbara M. (Hanscom) Deslaurier who survives him. He is also survived by their children: Wayne & Kim Deslaurier of Bolton, VT;…
Obituary: Patricia Pellerin
Patricia Pellerin died on Saturday, July 25, 2015 after succumbimg to her battle with cancer. The wife of Armand Pellerin for 63 years and mother to Max, Craig, Bruce and the late Dr. Lynn Pellerin, she also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Patricia loved life. She loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed…
Obituary: Therese “Terri” LaRocque
Therese “Terri” LaRocque age 88, died early Wednesday morning, July 22, 2015 at her Spring Street residence with her loving husband Bernard and family at her side following a short illness. Born one of eleven children in Ruskin, FL on, September 10, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and MarieAnna (Phaneuf) Villemaire.…
Obituary: Jay Curtis Richland
Jay Curtis Richland, 60, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 20, 2015 at home. Jay was born on June 10, 1955 to John J. Richland and Joyce A. Richland who pre-deceased him. He is survived by his wife, Colleen Richland and his children Cara Richland, Jayme Richland,…
Obituary: Frederick W. Evans, Jr.
Frederick W. Evans Jr, 87, of Essex Jct VT went home to be with the Lord on Thursday July 16th 2015 following a brief illness. He was born on July 28th 1927 in Queens NY the son of Frederick W. Evans and Ethel Staveley. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Jeanne…
Obituary: Peter Kent Boucher
Peter Kent Boucher, age 56, died of liver complications on Monday, July 20, 2015 in Williston, VT. Peter is survived by his sister, Patricia Fallows and brother-in-law, Alden Fallows of Morrisville, Vermont, his son Christopher Boucher of Somerville, MA and his daughter, Jennifer Boucher of Charlotte, N.C.. He is predeceased in his death by his…
Obituary: Lloyd “Jim” Thompson
Lloyd “Jim” Thompson, age 84 years, a lifelong Alburgh resident died Friday afternoon, July 17, 2015, in the Saint Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. A farmer in Alburgh for all of his working life, Jim leaves his wife Shirley as well as several brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. At his request there will be no…
Obituary: Eugenia Veronica Norcross Hubbard
Eugenia Veronica Norcross Hubbard, age 84 years, died peacefully on Thursday, July 16 at Franklin County Rehab with her loving family by her side. Eugenia was born in St. Albans, Vermont on March 31, 1931. She was the daughter of the late Lillian Peters Norcross and Otis Norcross. She attended school at Holy Angels Parish…
Obituary: Stella Joyce Place Charland
Stella Joyce Place Charland, 80, of Jericho Vermont passed away on July 14th 2015. Born in Hinesburg, Vermont on April 8, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Irwin and Margaret Place. Stella is survived by her son, Larry and his wife, Lisa Charland of Fairfax VT and her grandchildren, Dustin and Taylor Charland…
Obituary: Major Arthur Jonas Harriman
Major Arthur Jonas Harriman died peacefully with family at his side on March 14, 2015 in Daytona, Fla. at the age of 89. Arthur is survived by his wife Marita, sons Arthur Jeffery, Timothy, and daughter Julie. Stepchildren Kim, Mark and Natasha; also eight grandchildren. He is preceded in death by wife Dolores, son Michael…
Obituary: Timmothy Dale Hilliker
Timmothy Dale Hilliker, age 49 years, passed away Tuesday morning, June 30, 2015, in the Northwestern Medical Center from complications of COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. Born on, June 24, 1966, he was the son of the late Robert F. and Anna Mae (Curtis) Hilliker. He was associated for several years with the former Fonda…
Obituary: Roger William Britch
Roger William Britch, age 85 years, died early Tuesday morning, June 30, 2015, at his Gore Road residence with loving family at his side. Born in East Highgate, VT on, March 26, 1930, he was the son of the late George Edwin and Dorothy Ruby (Copeland) Britch. He attended schools in Highgate and on, February…
Obituary: Marion Theresa (Rich) Barney
Marion Theresa (Rich) Barney, age 97, a longtime resident of Spring Street in Swanton Village, died late Saturday evening, June 20, 2015, at the Saint Albans Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in St. Albans Town. Born in St. Albans on July 15, 1917 she was the daughter of the late George and Harriett (Bessette) Rich. Marion…
Obituary: Maurice “P2” Trahan
Maurice “P2” Trahan, age 71, died unexpectedly Sunday, June 21, 2015, at his Linda Ave. residence. Born in Quincy, MA on, March 10, 1944, he was the son of the late Gabriel and Yvonne (LeBlanc) Trahan. He was a 1962 graduate of the former St. Anne’s Academy. He was a well-known printer owning and operating…
Obituary: Arona A. Atkins Curtis
Arona A. Atkins Curtis., 80, of Falcon Manor in Williston, was called to rest on Friday, June 19, 2015, in Starr Farm Nursing Center from a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Prior to her death she was surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 25, 1935, the late Chase Atkins Sr. and Priscilla…
Obituary: Sean M. Thibault
Brothers and best friends Dennis and Sean passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2015. Dennis was born March 4, 1981 in Burlington VT. He graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union H.S. and was employed by Husky in Milton VT. Sean was born on October 17, 1982 in Burlington VT. He graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union H.S.…
Obituary: Dennis R. Thibault
Brothers and best friends Dennis and Sean passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2015. Dennis was born March 4, 1981 in Burlington VT. He graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union H.S. and was employed by Husky in Milton VT. Sean was born on October 17, 1982 in Burlington VT. He graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union H.S.…
Obituary: Francis Rosary Ste. Marie
Francis Rosary Ste. Marie, age 89 years, died early Friday morning, June 12, 2015, in the Northwestern Medical Center. Born in Colchester on, October 26, 1925, he was the son of the late Leonidas and Lucienne (Bisson) Ste. Marie. He was married to the former Rita LeBlanc who predeceased him on, July 12, 2013 following…
Art at the Airport (Summer 2015)
→ 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 June, the Gates…
Ground Crew: Meet Neale Lunderville General Manager of Burlington Electric Department
→ Version française Neale Lunderville knows a thing or two about power — both the kind that drives motors and the kind that inspires people. As general manager of the Burlington Electric Department, the municipally owned utility that powers Burlington International Airport, Lunderville oversaw this year’s deployment of a 500-kilowatt solar array on the roof…
Vermont Farms Put Out the Welcome Mat
→ Version française Vermont farmers pick up their pace in the summer. There are cows to milk and fields to hay. Yet many also make time to welcome visitors who want to pick strawberries, bite into a sweet baby carrot and see firsthand how food winds up on plates. Some 150 Vermont farms open the…
BTV — Summer 2015
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. If you’ve come here to enjoy summertime, you’ll find some tempting options within…
Recommended Events, Summer (2015)
Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on the Green Stoweflake Hot Air Balloon Festival Sunset Drive-In Theatre Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on the Green With more than 150,000 artworks exhibited in 38 buildings, Shelburne Museum is one of Vermont’s most iconic landmarks. Located on 45 sprawling acres, the museum’s stunning grounds rival its impressive collection of art,…
Splash into Lake Champlain This Summer
→ Version française As the 13th largest lake in the U.S., Lake Champlain truly shines in the summertime. Its sparkling blue waters can accommodate just about everyone who wants to dive in. No, really: If every single Vermonter — about 626,000 residents — were to jump into Lake Champlain at once, the level of the…
