Obituaries

MaryJane Dodds

MaryJane Dodds

2025

MaryJane (Jackson) Dodds, of St. Petersburg, Florida passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025 at the age of 87.

MaryJane was born on October 15, 1937 in Burlington, Vermont to Kenneth and Elizabeth (Samson) Jackson.

She graduated from Milton High School in Milton, Vermont in 1955 and earned an Associate Degree from Becker Junior College in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1957.

MaryJane married Perry...

Frank Woodward Jr

Frank Woodward Jr

Jul 6, 2026

Frank (Frankie, JoJo, Niner, Pap Pap) - loving and beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed peacefully on July 6, 2026, at home with his children, after a courageous battle with cancer. 

He was born on December 2, 1938, in Skowhegan, Maine, the eldest of eight siblings, to Frank Josephus Woodward and Mary Elizabeth (Newton) Woodward. His family, including...

Geraldine M. Messick

Geraldine M. Messick

Jun 28, 2026

Geraldine Margaret (Rivers) Messick passed away at 75 in peace on June 28, 2026.

Jeri was born on September 21, 1950 in Burlington, settling in Milton in 1976 where she raised her children: Shawna and Shawn. Also helping take care of her grandchildren, especially during snow days and school vacations. They were her pride and joy.

She graduated from Winooski High School,...

Richard Francis Lorenz

Richard Francis Lorenz

Jun 24, 2026

Richard Lorenz

November 9, 1942- June 24, 2026

Richard Lorenz, husband, father, grandfather, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of service, dedication, and love.

Born in Flushing, NY, Richard graduated from Saint Michael's College in 1964. He served 22 years as a United States Air Force officer, retiring as Lieutenant Colonel. He then spent 20 years in Information Technology with...

Albert Neil Goodell

Albert Neil Goodell

Jun 19, 2026

Albert Neil “LB” Goodell, of Morrisville Vermont, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by love after years of facing significant health challenges that were made increasingly difficult by the progression of dementia. Through it all, he remained determined, resilient, and strong-willed. True to the man he was, he rarely complained and often carried his burdens quietly, refusing...

Katherine Ella Tobin

Katherine Ella Tobin

Jun 16, 2026

Katherine Ella Tobin, a cherished soul whose life was marked by spunk, love, and unwavering devotion to her family, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at her residence in Milton, Vermont, surrounded by the warmth and presence of her loving family. Born on December 9, 1932, in Burlington, Vermont, Katherine’s journey was one of grace, dedication, and heartfelt joy,...

Chad Michael Hendy

Chad Michael Hendy

Jun 6, 2026

Chad Michael Hendy, 54, passed away on June 6, 2026, following a long illness. Born in Burlington, on September 1, 1971, to Michael and Barbara (Dalton) Hendy, Chad was an avid fisherman. Though he did not attend church, Chad believed in God and admired all of God’s creatures, even befriending a chipmunk who visited him on his porch. Chad was...

Kenneth Freer

Kenneth Freer

Jun 3, 2026

Kenneth Raymond Freer, born on June 19, 1936, in Buffalo, New York, passed away on June 3, 2026, at Copley Hospital. He lived in Morrisville, Vermont, for many years and was known for a lifetime of hard work, dedication, and service to his community. Kenneth began a long career in public service with the United States Army and the Post...

Robert Arnold Rivers

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...

Charles Edward Drake

Charles Edward Drake

May 29, 2026

Charles Edward Drake was born December 18th,1954 in Syracuse, NY. At age 4 Chuck's family relocated to Sherburne, NY which was very close to where his mother and father grew up in Norwich, NY. Chuck had a wonderful time growing up in Sherburne and made great memories with his two brothers and friends.

Chuck was very mischievous. In his youth he...

Robert Bernard Phenix

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...