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Jo Ann Harper

Jo Ann Harper

Jun 16, 2024

White River Jct., VT - Jo Ann Harper, 81, died on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in White River Junction, VT.

Josie was born March 25, 1943, to the late Thomas and Mildred (Fromal) Salusto in Media, PA. She grew up and attended school in Media and excelled in athletics including field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse. She attended...

Lowell J. Millen

Lowell J. Millen

Jun 14, 2024

Lowell J. Millen, 52, died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Friday, June 14th, 2024, at the Jack Byrne Center for Hospice & Palliative Care in Lebanon, NH.

Lowell was born September 8, 1971, in Lebanon, NH to David and Carol (Burnett) Millen. He grew up in Woodstock and graduated from Woodstock Union High School class...

James A. Emery

James A. Emery

Jun 12, 2024

Pomfret, VT- James A. Emery, 82, died Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH.

James was born January 27, 1942, in Hardwick, VT, a son of George O. and Hazel M. (Wilmouth) Emery. He graduated from Hardwick Academy in 1960 and immediately enlisted in the Marine Corps. He served four years and was honorably...

Joanne Marie Russell

Joanne Marie Russell

Jun 9, 2024

Windsor, VT – Joanne Marie Russell, 76, died at Willows of Windsor on Sunday morning, June 9, 2024. Joanne was born on July 29, 1947, to parents Arthur (Joe) and Barbara L. (Garten) Kenyon and spent most of her life as a resident of Windsor or nearby Cornish. As a high school student, she was senior class sweethearts with...

Matthew F. Starr

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

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