Obituaries
James Claude Rice
Feb 22, 2024
James Claude Rice, bid farewell to the world on February 22, 2024. His passing at McClure-Miller Respite House marked the end of a life filled with remarkable achievements and cherished memories.
Born in Presque Isle, Maine, on May 16, 1959, James led a fulfilling life that touched the hearts of many. His educational journey culminated in earning his Masters Electrician License,...
Sarah Ann Shortsleeve
Feb 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Sarah Ann Shortsleeve, a kind and compassionate soul, who left this world on February 21st, 2024.
Born in Underhill, VT, on December 4, 1958, to Maurice Parent and Phyllis Parent (Hall) Sarah was known for her unwavering dedication to caring for others and her love for cooking and...
Robert "Bob" Trombly
Feb 21, 2024
Robert Trombly, known to many as Bob, passed away at the University of Medical Center after a period of declining health. He was born in Rutland and went on to earn an associate's degree from Champlain College. He was a full time dispatcher for the Shelburne police department, then Bob dedicated many years of his life to a career in...
Rita Woodman Heerter
Feb 12, 2024
Rita Woodman Heerter, a loving and kind Catholic woman, passed away on February 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 2, 1940, in Sommerville, Massachusetts, Rita lived a life filled with love and devotion to her family.
Rita had a passion for cooking and baking, always delighting her family with delicious meals and treats. She found joy in...
Armand Blow
Feb 11, 2024
Armand Blow, formerly of South Hero and South Burlington, Vermont passed away in Venice, Florida on February 11, 2024 after a brief illness. He was 89 years old.
Armand was born in South Hero, VT on January 8, 1935. He was the youngest of 8 children born to George and Elizabeth (LaPointe) Blow. On July 5, 1954, he married his...
Gary "Sam" Robert Broe
Feb 9, 2024
Gary "Sam" Robert Broe, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on February 9, 2024. Born on September 8, 1952, in Burlington, Vermont, Sam led a life filled with love and touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Sam graduated from BFA Fairfax in 1972, beginning a lifelong journey marked by dedication and hard work. He joined Velan...
Dr. Phyllis Paolucci- Whitcomb
Feb 7, 2024
Phyllis Paolucci-Whitcomb of Northshore in Burlington, Vt., passed away peacefully on February 7, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends.
Phyllis was born on June 18, 1942, in Keene, N.H. She was the firstborn child of Richard and Lilian (Daisy) Whitcomb. Phyllis grew up poor in Westminster, Vt. She worked very hard her whole life and put herself through college, the...
Theresa Mae Blow Tebeau Steady
Feb 5, 2024
Theresa went to her heavenly home to be with the Lord on February 5th, 2024. She was born on March 16th, 1928, to Roger and Albina Bushway Blow.
Theresa attended schools in Grand Isle and Milton. She taught for one year in a one room schoolhouse where she had 15 pupils. Ten of those pupils were related to her and three...
Randy E. Gamble
Feb 4, 2024
Randy Everett “Puff” “Bulldog” Gamble, 68, accomplished beer drinker, determined hunter, and suave dancer passed away peacefully at his home on Bridge Street in Morrisville on February 4th with his loved ones by his side.
Randy was born at Kirby Memorial Hospital in St. Albans on December 6, 1955, the last of four sons of John and Mildred (Kennison) Gamble. He...
Bruce Allen Gordon
Feb 2, 2024
Colchester – Born on March 29, 1949, in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, Bruce Gordon was a devoted husband, cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a true patriot. With heavy hearts, we announce his peaceful passing on February 2, 2024, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, Vermont.
Bruce's journey in this life was marked by his unwavering dedication to the...
Doc William "Bill" Mooney
Jan 29, 2024
William "Bill" Mooney, known affectionately as Doc Mooney, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 29, 2024. Born on May 16, 1955, in Princeton, New Jersey, Doc led a fulfilling life and leaves behind a legacy that will be treasured by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
From a young age, Bill displayed immense potential and unwavering determination....
Joyce Pellegrini
Jan 27, 2024
Joyce (Bonnette) Pellegrini, 91, of Colchester, VT passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27th, 2024 in Burlington after suffering from dementia since 2022. She was born in Montgomery on May 12, 1932. She was married to Victor Pellegrini Jr. who proceeded her in death in 1985. She is survived by her twin sister Janice (Bonnette) Haser of Baraboo, Wisconsin, her...
Viola Bonitati
Jan 19, 2024
Viola Bonitati, beloved friend, wife, daughter, and dedicated secretary, passed away on January 19, 2024, in Saint Albans, VT at the age of 94.
Born on March 11, 1929, in Bridgeport, CT, Viola was the daughter of Andrew and Caroline Lorincz. Viola and her late husband Arthur Roger Bonitati, moved to Milton VT in 1990 after a career of working as a...
Ruth Joyce Way
Jan 19, 2024
Ruth Joyce Way, a kind and loving individual whose life revolved around the dairy farm, has passed away at the age of 75. Born on May 22, 1948, in the serene town of New Haven, Vermont to Theodore Richardson and Sarah Smith. Ruth embraced the values of hard work and dedication from a young age.
Ruth's undeniable passion for farming led...
Michelle Lynn Meunier
Jan 14, 2024
Michelle Lynn Meunier, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated hair stylist, has passed away at the age of 54. She was born on October 19, 1969, in Milton, Vermont to her loving parents Roger Pratt, Sr and Ramona June (McManis) Pratt . Michelle drew immense joy from her work as a hair stylist and spent most of...
Ruby Benoit
Jan 10, 2024
Burlington, VT - Ruby Benoit, 89 of Colchester, beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2024.
Born on August 3, 1934, in Chester, NH, to Lester and Winifred Martin, Ruby was a compassionate and devoted woman who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She brought joy, love, and laughter to all those fortunate enough to...
Maureen Miller
Jan 6, 2024
Maureen Miller, lovingly known as Maureen Roell before her marriage to Robert A. Miller, passed away on January 6, 2024, at the University of Vermont Medical Center. She was born on October 13, 1964, in Syoset, New York. Maureen was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of those around her with her warmth and kindness.With...
Brynn E. Garvey
Jan 1, 2024
Brynn E. Garvey, passed away on January 1, 2024 at 12:54 am in Burlington with her loving parents at her bed side and her amazing Miller Five nurses. Brynn fought a hard, painful courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 20th, 2003 She was a kind-hearted soul who touched the lives of everyone that battled with her during her fight,...
Donald L. Bradley, Sr.
Jan 1, 2024
Donald L. Bradley., a dedicated employee of General Electric and former owner of the Chimney Corner Store, passed away at home in Milton on January 1st, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments. Born on October 7th, 1932, in Randolph. Donald had a remarkable life filled with notable accomplishments and cherished relationships.
Donald’s professional career...
Alfred "Mac" Varney McLane, Jr.
Jan 1, 2024
Alfred “Mac” Varney McLane Jr, 92, of Milton died peacefully at home early New Year’s Day 2024 surrounded by loving family. Alfred was born September 21, 1931, in Colchester, VT to Alfred Varney McLane Sr. and Florence Winona (Huntley).
Mac spent his early years in Fairfax, VT, where he attended Bellows Free Academy and graduated in 1949. After high school he...
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