Obituaries
Ronald Bruce Slater
Mar 12, 2026
Ronald Bruce Slater, 63 of Milton, passed away at his home on March 12th, 2026. He was born on August 4th, 1962, in New Haven, CT.
Ronald proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years, retiring after a distinguished career of honorable service. He carried the values of duty, honor, and commitment throughout his life.
He was survived...
Nancy Flynn
Mar 6, 2026
Nancy Flynn, 84, of South Burlington, passed away peacefully at the McClure Miller Respite House on March 6th, 2026. She was born on April 2nd, 1941, in Rutland, Vermont, to Arthur and Irene (née Cimonette) Fredette.
Nancy spent her life striving to follow the teachings of Christ through service to others and devotion to her family. She loved walking and took...
Richard Taylor
Feb 27, 2026
Richard Errol Taylor
9/24/1953-2/27/2026
Growing up in Chester County, Pennsylvania, Rick spent his summers working as a tender for his father’s masonry business, skills he used for years on his own masonry projects. Rick attended elementary through high school in Unionville, PA where he was known to his friends as Rich.
Prior to starting college, Rick studied for a year overseas, in the...
Mark Horne
Feb 27, 2026
Mark R. Horne, of Grand Isle, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Friday, February 27, surrounded by his wife and children.
Mark was born in Burlington on December 2, 1949. He grew up on Foster Street, graduated from Rice High School in 1968, then attended Miami Dade College before joining the National Guard.
Mark met Gail Bushey of Burlington...
John Branch
Feb 25, 2026
John Leonard Branch, born on March 10th, 1943 in Newport News, Virginia, passed away on February 25th, 2026 at UVMMC.
He was a beloved husband, father and community member, whose impact on those around him will not be forgotten. A proud Navy veteran, John exemplified the qualities of service and commitment throughout his life, which was apparent in dedication to his...
Harold Eastman
Feb 24, 2026
Harold Eastman, 98, passed away peacefully at the Vermont Veterans Home in Bennington on February 24th, 2026. Born on November 5th, 1928, he was the son of Milo and Freda Eastman.
Harold’s life was spent working hard for his family, serving our country as a Marine during the end of World War II and the Korean War, and spending his free...
Courtland Perry Jr
Feb 23, 2026
Courtland “Court” Eugene Perry Jr., 74, of Grand Isle, VT, passed away, surrounded by his loving family at the University of Vermont Medical Center on February 23, 2026. He was born October 15, 1951, to Silvette (Hastings) and Courtland E. Perry Sr., in Montpelier, Vermont. Court graduated from Montpelier High School in 1969 and then attended Northeastern University where he...
Thomas William Heath
Feb 23, 2026
Thomas William Heath born on December 31, 1978 in Burlington, passed away on February 23rd, 2026 in Alburgh following a long illness. He was a beloved son, father, nephew and friend, whose impact on those around him will not be forgotten.
Tommy grew up in Georgia VT, where he developed a passion for life and a commitment to his family that...
Howard Clifford Osborne
Feb 23, 2026
Howard Clifford Osborne, son of Howard and Flora Osborne passed away February 23, 2026 after a short illness. Howard was Ozzie to all family and friends. Ozzie was born August 5, 1936.
Ozzie graduated from Essex Junction High School in 1955, after graduation he joined the U.S Airforce, and served for 4 years. He was also in the Vermont Air Guard...
Beverly Giard
Feb 19, 2026
Beverly Ellen (Young) Giard of Burlington, VT passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on February 19, 2026. Bev was born on January 1, 1929 in Claremont, NH to Donald and Marion (Potter) Young.
Mom spent most of her younger years in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts where she attended Arms Academy high school. She married David Giard on September 9, 1950....
Ronald Shappy Sr
Feb 16, 2026
Ronald R. Shappy Sr. of Grand Isle, VT passed away on February 16th 2026 after years of declining health at the home of his daughter & son-in-law in Isle LaMotte, VT with his family by his side.
He was born on January 14, 1933 in Burlington, VT to Howard and Marie (Nichols) Shappy
He was a United States Army Veteran during the...
Charles Thibault
Feb 10, 2026
Charles E. Thibault, a beloved father, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in Burlington after a brief illness. He was born on July 22, 1942, in St. Albans, Vermont, son of the late Arthur and Muriel (Doe) Thibault
Following graduation from BFA St. Albans, Charlie proudly served in the United States Navy and later spent 30 years...
Elaine Maheux
Feb 10, 2026
Pastor Elaine Maheux (née Martel) lived a life of learning, growth, and constant movement. Born in Pittsfield, MA, Elaine celebrated two birthdays: her actual birth on January 25, 1938, and her "official" one on January 27th, thanks to a nurse struggling to read the doctor’s handwriting. She delighted in recounting this story and happily celebrated two birthdays every year.
In 1956,...
Azarius A. Beaudoin
Feb 9, 2026
Azarius A. Beaudoin, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in Essex, surrounded by his loving wife of 74 years, Sylvia (Parent) Beaudoin. He was born on February 24, 1928, in Winooski, Vermont, and lived a life steeped in love and service.
Azarius proudly served as a World War II Army veteran, where he...
James Anthony Pebler
Feb 5, 2026
James Anthony Pebler, a beloved father, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on February 5, 2026, at his home in Milton, Vermont, following a brief illness. Born on December 26, 1965, in Albany, New York, James lived a vibrant life filled with kindness, joy, and an unwavering spirit.
A proud graduate of Burlington High School in 1984, James embodied a work...
Jean Diane LaFromboise
Feb 1, 2026
Jean Diane LaFromboise, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at the University of Vermont Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 19, 1953, in Montpelier, Vermont, Jean's bright spirit and warm heart touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
Jean's journey through life was marked by resilience and...
John Thomas Geary
Jan 31, 2026
John Thomas Geary, 88, of Parrish FL and Milton VT, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026 surrounded by his children.
John was born in Bronx, NY on October 19, 1937 to Veronica and James Geary, and was predeceased by all four of his sisters and a brother. John was also predeceased by his first wife, Dorothy, in 1977, and most...
Bruce H. Poquette
Jan 30, 2026
Bruce H. Poquette, 87, passed away at home on Friday, January 30th, 2026.
He began his life in North Hero, VT. When he was small, his family moved to Burlington, where he lived for the rest of his life.
Bruce graduated with the Class of 1956 from Cathedral High School in Burlington, VT. He continued his education and graduated with the Class...
Leona Adele Wamsley
Jan 29, 2026
Leona Adele Wamsley, a vibrant spirit born on January 10, 1990, in Buckhannon, West Virginia, left this world on January 29, 2026, in Burlington, Vermont. At the young age of 36, Leona's journey was filled with remarkable achievements and deep connections to those she cherished.
A proud graduate of Montpelier High School in 2008, Leona pursued her passion for justice by...
Sandra Holbrook
Jan 26, 2026
Sandra Holbrook, a longtime and cherished member of the Milton community, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, at the Green Mountain Nursing Home. Born on December 26, 1941, Sandra lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and a deep love for her family. One of her greatest joys was being a mother. She shared an exceptionally close bond with...
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