Matthew F. Starr
Jun 9, 2024
Norwich, VT - Matthew "Matt" F. Starr, 67, a devoted educator whose boundless passion for teaching and profound love for nature left an indelible mark on all who knew him, peacefully departed this world with the sunset on June 9, 2024. He was surrounded by his cherished wife, sons, daughter-in-law, sister, brother-in-law, and dear friends at the Jack Byrne...
Leo Rushia
Jun 8, 2024
Cornish, NH - Leo Rushia, 99, formerly of Cornish, NH, died with one of his children at his side on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Alexandria, AL. He was born in Claremont, NH on April 20, 1925, to parents Alec and Corinne Rushia and spent most of his life in the area around Windsor, Cornish, and Claremont. He enlisted...
Hope Suzanne Schraer
Jun 6, 2024
Sharon, Vermont – Hope Suzanne Schraer, 36 died tragically in a house fire at a friends home in Charlestown, NH June 6, 2024. She was born November 24, 1987 in Hamilton, OH the daughter of Susan Henderson and Christopher Schraer. At the age of 11 she moved to Colorado Springs later attending Mitchell High School and New Horizons Alternative...
Paula S. Woodard
Jun 6, 2024
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Paula S. Woodard (Manley), 69, of Quechee, VT passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Paula was born on April 22, 1955 the daughter of Maurice and Lillian (Thomas) Manley and grew up in Quechee, VT.
Paula was a lifelong resident of...
Richard Wayne Olson
May 29, 2024
Ascutney, VT- Richard Wayne Olson, 80, died unexpectedly on Wednesday May 29, 2024, in Weathersfield, VT. He was born on August 21, 1943, and grew up in Windsor, VT. He met his wife of the last 59 years, Phyllis, when he was stationed at Offutt Air Force base in Omaha, NE. They moved to Vermont after marrying in 1965...
Jeanet C. Paquin
May 26, 2024
South Royalton, VT- Jeanet C. Paquin, 89, died Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Springfield Hospital in Springfield, VT.
Jeanet was born September 13, 1934, in North Troy, VT, a daughter of Carmi Edward and Lucy (Bushey) Garrett. She spent her early years in North Troy before her family moved to Connecticut. Jeanet graduated from high school...
Judith Lynn Stiles
May 26, 2024
Wilder, VT- Judith Lynn Stiles, 62, died on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative and Hospice Care in Lebanon, NH. Judith was born on March 28, 1962, in Newton, MA to parents Lewis and Carol (Hallowell) Stiles.
Judith was a lifelong reader; she enjoyed exploring new places through travel books, celebrating with...
Richard E. Knight
May 20, 2024
Ascutney, VT - Richard E. Knight, 79, died Monday May 20, 2024, at the Village at White River Junction.
He was born June 8, 1944, in Windsor, VT, a son of Ralph M. Knight Jr. and Marie (Dressel) Knight. Rich attended school in Windsor and graduated from Kimball Union Academy. He had a love for athletics and...
Erika Elida Rogstad
May 19, 2024
Strafford, VT – Erika Elida Rogstad died on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in Strafford, VT surrounded by her family. She was 46. Erika was born on April 20, 1978, in Rutland, VT to parents Ralph R. and Suzanne O. (McCommish) Rogstad. The family soon moved to Weathersfield, VT and she became a big sister to her brother, Chris. She...
Carol Lee Olsen
May 18, 2024
North Hartland, VT- Carol Lee Olsen, 81, died Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Lebanon Center Genesis HealthCare in Lebanon, NH.
Carol (a.k.a. "Anarka") was born January 1, 1943, in New York, NY, a daughter of Charles and Elvera (D'Onofrio) Kolbeck.
She grew up on Long Island and graduated from Hicksville High School in 1961. Carol...
Willard B. Taylor
May 17, 2024
Willard B. Taylor died on May 17, 2024. He was 83. Mr. Taylor was widely regarded as the leading tax lawyer of his generation. He was a role model and inspiration to generations of talented professionals. He taught, wrote and spoke widely, and he was a leader of the New York Bar including having served as the Chair of...
Mary Louise Sayles
May 16, 2024
Windsor, VT- Mary Louise Sayles died Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Jack Byrne Palliative and Hospice Center in Lebanon, NH following a severe stroke. Although she was approaching 90, her passing was still a shock to all who knew her, as she was vital to the end. Mary Louise truly lived the American Dream and left a lasting...
Helena M. Magher
May 15, 2024
Helena Magher, 76, passed away peacefully at the Margaret Pratt Community on May 15, 2024, with her niece by her side. She was born July 30, 1947, in Manchester, NH, daughter of Denis F. and Mary (LeBrecque) Magher.
Helena embodied all that is kind and good in the world. She enjoyed visiting with her friends and family,...
Donald R. Vesper, Sr.
May 14, 2024
West Lebanon, NH - Donald R. Vesper Sr, 83, died peacefully on Tuesday May 14, 2024, at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative and Hospice Care in Lebanon NH. Donald was born on December 28, 1940, in Randolph, VT to parents Owen and Elsie (Laura) Vesper and grew up in Royalton. He was a standout Multi Sport Athlete, being...
Ann (Wallace) Hamilton
May 12, 2024
Lakeland, FL - Ann (Wallace) Hamilton, 86, died Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Arbor Oaks Assisted Living Facility in Lakeland, FL. She was born on June 19, 1937, in Lebanon, NH to Henry Pallmerine, Sr. and Evelyn Preston.
Ann grew up in White River Junction, VT, graduating from Hartford High School in 1955. In 1956, Ann married...
Kenneth E. Broughton
May 12, 2024
West Lebanon, NH- Kenneth E. Broughton, 84, died Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Valley Terrace in Wilder, VT.
Ken was born August 27, 1939, in Lebanon, NH a son of Frank and Julia (Gordon) Broughton. He grew up on Crafts Avenue in West Lebanon and graduated from West Lebanon High School Class of 1957. Ken studied at...
Ruth H. Pillsbury
May 11, 2024
Ascutney, VT – Ruth H. Pillsbury, 87, died on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Cedar Hill Continuing Care Community in Windsor, VT. Ruth was born and grew up in Portland, ME, the youngest of four children to Hathorne and Margaret (Montgomery) Hussey on July 24, 1936. While attending high school, she met Leon W. Pillsbury, Jr.; the two high...
John 'Jack' H. Lyons, Jr., Md
May 9, 2024
Norwich, VT – John (Jack) H. Lyons, Jr., MD, age 95, died at home in the early morning hours of Thursday, May 9, 2024, in the presence of his loving family. Jack was the oldest of three children born to Dr. John H. Lyons and Grace Sorg Lyons of Washington, DC. As a young man, his education at Portsmouth...
James J. Brunt
May 8, 2024
Ascutney, VT- James J. Brunt, 88, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at his home with his wife by his side.
Jim was born June 9, 1935, in Passaic, NJ, a son of George and Anne (Mabin) Brunt. He graduated from Pope Pius XII High School in Passaic in 1952 before enlisting in the Marine Corps, serving in...
Roberta Mary Haley
May 7, 2024
Wilder, VT- Roberta Mary Haley, 77, died Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Valley Terrace in Wilder, VT with her husband by her side.
Roberta was born November 19, 1946, a daughter of Franklin and Barbara (Piane) Daggett in Lancaster, NH, where she grew up. Roberta graduated from Lancaster High School in 1964 and attended beauty school in...
