Obituaries
Robert Arnold Rivers
May 31, 2026
ST. ALBANS – Robert Arnold Rivers, age 24, passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2026. Robbie was born February 22, 2002, to Kelly and Aaron Rivers. He grew up in St. Albans with his three siblings and more friends than seemed possible. He was a junior member of the St. Albans Town Volunteer Fire Department in his early teens and...
Robert Bernard Phenix
May 16, 2026
Robert “Bob” Bernard Phenix
Robert “Bob” Bernard Phenix passed away peacefully to go to his Heavenly Father on May 16, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite Home in Colchester, VT. He was 87 years old.
Bob was born to his parents Olive and Alcidas Phenis on August 9, 1938, in St. Albans, VT.
Bob graduated from Bellow Free Academy in St. Albans, VT...
Paul Guilmette
May 16, 2026
Paul Edward Guilmette, age 79, passed away peacefully in his home in Fairfax, Vermont with his wife Valerie by his side.
Paul was the first child born on August 29, 1946, to Leo and Helen (Wright) Guilmette. Paul grew up in South Burlington and graduated from Rice Memorial High School in 1964. He was a skilled piano player and, during high...
Aaron Sterling
May 15, 2026
Colchester- Aaron D. Sterling, 71, passed away on May 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Aaron was born January 18, 1955, in Burlington, the son of Richard and Doris (Leffort) Sterling.
He married Susan on December 4, 1976, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Burlington. He attended Burlington High School doing the building trades.
He left high school and started working...
Anna May Poulin
May 11, 2026
Anna (Ann) May Sibley Poulin
1 Jan 1947 - 11 May 2026
Ann was born in Burlington Vermont on January 1, 1947. She later moved to Vergennes where she graduated from Vergennes High School in 1965. In January 1967, she began her career working for IBM in Essex Junction where she met and later married Dolor (Sonny) Poulin in 1980. Both she...
Richard Maurice Poquette
May 10, 2026
Richard Maurice Poquette, a man whose life was as rich and varied as the stories he loved to share, passed away on May 10, 2026, at his residence after a period of declining health, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 15, 1942, in Burlington, Vermont, Richard's journey through life was marked by dedication, humor, and a heart that...
Kandy-Kay Potter
May 9, 2026
Kandy-Kay M Potter, 60, of Hinesburg, Vermont, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the evening of May 9th 2026. After a long battle with MS in her home in Hinesburg, Vermont, surrounded by her close family.
Kandy-Kay was born on April 10th, 1966, in Burlington, Vermont, to Annette and Norman Potter. She left behind her spouse, Ernest Carrier, and her...
John L. Thompson
May 6, 2026
John L. Thompson 67, of Milton VT passed away on May 6, 2026, after a long illness. He was a beloved brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend who will be dearly missed.
John was born in Burlington on February 23,1959 and graduated from BHS in 1978. He joined the National Guard after graduation and began working in the food industry.
He moved...
Jeffrey Murdock
May 6, 2026
Jeffrey Murdock, born on December 28, 1951, in Utica, New York, peacefully passed away on May 6, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House, with his loving wife by his side. His journey through life was marked by a wealth of experiences and a heart full of devotion, especially toward his family and community.
Jeffrey's early years were shaped by a...
Charles Hurley
May 5, 2026
Charles Edmund Hurley passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2026. Born on October 2, 1942, in Rutland, Vermont, Charlie (also called Chuck) lived a life defined by hard work, dedication to his family, and service to his community.
Charlie proudly served in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1963. After returning home, he built a long career in...
Elaine J. Bushey
Apr 23, 2026
Elaine Joyce (Kearns) Bushey of Grand Isle passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2026, surrounded by the love she spent her lifetime giving to others.
Elaine was born in Burlington, Vermont, on October 7, 1932, and grew up there. Burlington is also where she met her forever love, Robert Bushey. They married in 1948 and went on to raise...
Phyllis May Badger
Apr 21, 2026
Phyllis May Badger, born on December 2, 1929, in Newport, peacefully passed away at her residence on April 21, 2026, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. Her life was a beautiful testament to resilience, strength, and an unwavering dedication to kindness—a woman whose rosy red cheeks and bright blue eyes were always filled with a bubbly happiness that...
Samal Mangar
Apr 19, 2026
Samal Mangar, of Essex passed away April 19, 2026. A Buddhist service will begin at 3:30 on April 21st, 2026 in the Minor Funeral Home Milton.
Linda A. Wright
Apr 17, 2026
Linda A. Wright, a cherished soul known for her kindness and warmth, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2026, in Colchester. Born on December 14, 1951, Linda’s life was a testament to gentle strength and a heart filled with compassion.
Linda’s journey began with a steadfast dedication to caring for others. For many years, she served as a candy striper, offering...
Paul M. Beane
Apr 15, 2026
Paul M. Beane, a man whose life was marked by strength, love, and an unmistakable zest for the simple joys, passed away on April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 24, 1943, in Montpelier, growing up Waterbury, Paul’s journey through life was one of dedication, laughter, and unwavering family devotion.
Paul spent most of his professional life...
Nora Palker
Apr 13, 2026
Nora Palker passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on April 13, 2026, in Morrisville, Vermont. She was born on September 8, 1927, in Dublin, Ireland. Nora’s life was defined by her deep commitment to care and service, guided by the enduring values she held close throughout her life.
After earning her degree in Ireland, Nora pursued a career as...
Joyce Godin Hemenway
Apr 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Joyce Godin Hemenway
September 19, 1936 – April 12, 2026
And
Hubert Marshall Hemenway
May 6, 1932 -May 26, 2010
Joyce Godin Hemenway (September 19, 1936 – April 12, 2026) and Hubert Marshall Hemenway (May 6, 1932 – May 26, 2010) are lovingly remembered by their family and friends. Though they passed years apart, their lives were deeply intertwined, and their legacy...
Florence Mapes
Apr 11, 2026
While surrounded by love, Florence H. Mapes passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She gave the world 87 years of her love.
Born in Warsaw, New York, Florence carried the steadfast and courageous spirit of her family farm to the shores of Long Island and the mountains of Vermont. She married the love of her life, Ethan Allen “Peter”...
Barbara Helen Williams
Apr 6, 2026
Barbara Helen Williams passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, in Burlington, Vermont, after a short period of declining health. Born on September 24, 1949, in Red Bank, New Jersey, Barbara grew up in Upstate New York on the banks of the St. Lawrence River.
After graduating from Madrid-Waddington High School, Barb pursued additional secretarial training and moved to Vermont. While...
Allan H. Mackenzie
Apr 2, 2026
Allan H. Mackenzie, born on April 8, 1943, in Barre, Vermont, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House after a period of declining health. His life was a tapestry woven with hard work, dedication, and a profound love for family and the simple joys found in nature.
Allan’s career journey was marked by both industry...
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