Obituaries
Ian Karl Pierson
Dec 29, 2023
Ian Karl Pierson, born on October 21, 1996, in Burlington, Vermont, passed away on December 29, 2023. He was a beloved son of Bernadette and Donald Pierson and a cherished sibling to Seth, Stefan, and Maria Pierson. Ian was a relentless fighter for 27 years, a beacon of resilience who endured numerous infections and surgeries with courage, defying the...
Walter Bidwell
Dec 19, 2023
Walter Bidwell, a dedicated maintenance technician and a loving family man, passed away on December 19,2023. He was surrounded by his adoring family at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester. Walter's loss is deeply mourned by all who knew him.Born on April 30, 1944, in Burlington, VT, Walter grew up and spent his life in Vermont. He started his...
Melissa Marie Theresa Warner-Boomer
Dec 16, 2023
Melissa Marie Theresa Warner-Boomer, a Regional Manager for UCT Technologies, passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2023 ,leaving behind a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her. Born on July 19, 1988, in Miami, Florida, Melissa was a vibrant and ambitious individual whose zest for life was truly infectious.Melissa's career as a Regional Account Manager &...
Carolyn Brown
Dec 16, 2023
Carolyn Brown, a fiercely loving, and caring person left this world on December 16, 2023. Carolyn's life began on April 10, 1943, in Queens, New York.
As a military spouse to her late husband, Herman C. Brown (Lt. Col. USMC ret.), Carolyn lead an adventurous life. The family moved up and down the East coast. Every place the Browns...
Joyce Flanders
Dec 16, 2023
Joyce Flanders, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023, in Morrisville. Born on August 12, 1925, in Johnson. Joyce spent her entire career as a healthcare worker. She was a loving and caring person. Joyce was a family-oriented person who cherished gatherings with her loved ones. Her warm and inviting home was always open to friends and family. Known for...
Sheila Grace Lamell
Nov 30, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sheila Grace Lamell, 78 of Essex Center. She was a beloved mother, devoted wife, and cherished member of her community. Born in Jersey City, NJ, to Cornelius and Catherine [Jennings] O’Keeffe, Sheila grew up with her seven siblings in the family home until she met the...
Charles E Stewart
Nov 28, 2023
Charles E. (Charlie) Stewart, passed away early morning of November 28, 2023, peacefully in his home with loved ones by his side at the age of 95. Or as he said, 100-5!Was born on August 18, 1928, eldest son of John E. and Lucy (Savage) Stewart. Charles was raised on his folk’s farm on Barstow Rd, Shelburne, VT. This...
Janet Hazen
Nov 27, 2023
Together again
Janet A. Hazen, 95, former resident of South Hero and most recently of Mansfield Place in Essex, Vt., went to be with Richard on Monday, November 27, 2023. She was born to Hermon and Anita (Campbell) Atkins on May 8, 1928. Janet was educated in North Hero, BFA St. Albans, and attended UVM. She married Richard W....
Elizabeth "Betty" Morgan
Nov 24, 2023
Elizabeth (Betty) Francis McDonald Morgan (83) died November 24th after a short illness. Betty was born on October 28th, 1940, to Francis and Eleanor McDonald, and was the oldest of five children. She attended grade school at Towne Corners in Milton and graduated from Milton High School. Betty also attended UVM for a short time.
Betty is survived by her...
David Millette
Nov 22, 2023
David M. Millette a beloved husband, father, and friend, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, November 22 , 2023, at UVMMC in Burlington. He was 65 years old.David was born on February 21, 1958, in Burlington to Richard and Theresa (Roy) Millette. He spent his childhood in Underhill and went on to graduate from Mount Mansfield Union High School in...
Alan Jacques Nadeau
Nov 19, 2023
Alan Jacques Nadeau, a well known figure in the community, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023, at his home. He was born on July 17, 1949, in Burlington, Vermont, to Jacques and Ruth Nadeau. Alan was known for his remarkable career in the construction field. Throughout his life, he demonstrated a great deal of expertise in construction, making him...
Raymond "Ray" Ellery Stokes, Jr.
Nov 15, 2023
Raymond “Ray” Ellery Stokes Jr., a beloved member of the Milton community, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, at the age of 68. Born on June 26, 1955, in Saint Albans, VT, the son of Raymond Stokes Sr., and Rosalind [Hill] Stokes. Ray brought immense joy and warmth to the lives of those who had the privilege of...
Dorothy Coe
Nov 14, 2023
Dorothy “Dottie” M. Coe, 77, of Milton, Vermont and formerly of Elmhurst, New York, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, in St. Johnsbury, VT. Dorothy was born in Valparaiso, Indiana, on October 10, 1946, to Lester and Esther (Swope) Martin. The youngest of six children, Dorothy and her siblings grew up on a farm in Kouts, Indiana. She was...
Phyllis Gonyeau
Nov 11, 2023
Phyliss Gonyeau, of Milton, passed away on November 11, 2023. A committal service will be held in Milton Boro Cemetery on November 14, 2023 at 1pm.
David Kenneth Pillsbury
Nov 10, 2023
David Kenneth Pillsbury passed away November 10, 2023, at home in South Hero. Born on March 4, 1940, in Enosburg Center, David led an outgoing and meaningful life that touched the hearts of many. He was beloved by his family and friends and leaves behind many fun times for all of us that will be fondly remembered.David attended the...
Randall Joseph Straight
Nov 8, 2023
Randall Joseph Straight, 63, of South Hero passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023. Randy was born on May 1, 1960, in Burlington, VT.
Randy’s passion in life was to go bowling, dancing, the Champlain Valley Fair and watch the movie “The Wizard of Oz”.
Randy was predeceased by his mother and father (Genevieve & Robert Straight) and his...
Russ Morgan
Nov 3, 2023
Russ Morgan, a loving husband, and father passed away on November 3rd, 2023 in Milton, Vermont. He was born in Vicenza, Italy December 18th, 1958. Russ was admired and respected by all who knew him and would quickly gain a dear place in the hearts of everyone he came across. Russ had an uncanny ability for reading people; While...

Jeffrey Scott Fay
Nov 2, 2023
Jeffrey Scott Fay, a Jack of all trades, passed away on November 2, 2023, in California. He was born on December 28, 1968. With a heavy heart and deep sadness, we bid farewell to a beloved brother, Jeffrey Scott Fay.
Jeffrey's career as a Jack of all trades proved his breadth of skills and passion for learning. He approached each endeavor...
Arnold Furness
Oct 26, 2023
SOUTH BURLINGTON - Arnold Eaton Furness, 98, of South Burlington, VT passed on October 26, 2023.
He was born in Fair Haven, VT on April 21, 1925, the son of the late Gerald and Lucy (Eaton) Furness. Following U.S. Navy service during World War II, he married Mary Josephine Gabriele on March 25, 1951 in Fair Haven, VT. During...
Daniel "Dan" Tuure
Oct 23, 2023
Dan Tuure, 80, of South Hero, Vermont, passed away on October 23, 2023 at the UVM Medical Center. Born on September 3, 1943 in Burlington, Vermont, he was the 10th of 11 children.
Dan attended Essex Junction High School and soon after began working at Carpenter Supply Company in Colchester. On May 29, 1965, Dan married the love...