Obituaries
Eunice Pasho
Aug 13, 2025
                                Eunice Sarah Pasho, 88, died on August 13th, 2025, at the McClure Miller Respite in Colchester, VT, surrounded by family and friends. Eunice was born on June 15th, 1937, in Williston, VT, to Jerry & Ellen Harper.
Her passion in life was her esteemed career as a registered nurse. Eunice assisted the head nurse in the Operating Room for many years...
                                
Justin Trayah
Aug 7, 2025
                                Justin Ryan Trayah, a shining light in the lives of those who knew him, left this world on August 7th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 32 years old.
Justin was born to Bill and Thelma Trayah, and was blessed with a loving family that nurtured his passions. His sister, Nicole Trayah, and nephews, Isaac and Samuel Thompson, will...
                                
Nancy King Bouffard
Aug 6, 2025
                                Nancy Jean King Bouffard 85 (she’d say 58) years young of Milton, Vermont and New Smyrna Beach, Florida, passed away unexpectedly August 6, 2025, at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT.
Nancy was born December 6,1939 in the Sherwood Sanatorium in St. Albans, Vermont. The middle daughter of Lloyd Linwood (Red) King and Esther Story Strait King of...
                                
Shirley DePaul
Aug 6, 2025
                                Shirley Rose (Osborne) DePaul joined her lord and savior on August 6th, 2025, passing away peacefully at home.
Shirley was born in St. George, VT. The second daughter of Flora Elizabeth (Lashua) and Howard Osborne. She spent most of her younger years in Williston, VT, a place that was still special for her.
At 18 Shirley met the love of her life...
                                
Uta-Renate Blumenthal
Aug 2, 2025
                                Uta-Renate Blumenthal, or Uta to those who knew her well, passed away in Essex Vermont on August 2 after a brief illness.
Born in Berlin, Germany in 1935 to Erwin Blumenthal and Elsbeth Schmissas, she was the oldest of four sisters and one step-brother. After growing up during World War II in Germany, she followed her three sisters to the US...
                                
Robert "Bob" Trayah
Aug 1, 2025
                                Robert “Bob” Orin Trayah, 74, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the St. Albans Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center. He was born on August 14, 1950, to Moses and Gladys Trayah and spent much of his life in Milton, Vermont.
On July 16, 1983, Bob married his soulmate, Margret “Maggie” (née Relyea), at St. Joseph’s Church in Burlington, Vermont. Together...
                                
Lloyd R. Machia
Jul 31, 2025
                                Lloyds Reynolds Machia
Our dearly beloved brother decided on July 31st to walk in greener pastures and join our Mother and Father in Heaven.
He’s found a new body free of handicaps and difficulties and has been reunited with his younger brothers Robert, Richard and Dennis Machia as well as Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and cousins that had gone before him.
Born June 8th...
                                
Eleanor Brodeur
Jul 30, 2025
Eleanor K. Brodeur, 79, of Vermont, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025. Born on June 8, 1946, in Rockford, Illinois, she was the only child of Charles Spencer and Eleanor K. Kling. She was raised in Rockford, where she was an active member of Court Street United Methodist Church and graduated from West High School in 1964. Eleanor attended...
Roland Tougas
Jul 26, 2025
                                Roland Joseph Tougas, 78, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2025. He was born on April 7, 1947, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Lucien and Juliette (Marson) Tougas.
As a teenager, Roland moved with his parents to Brownington Center in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, where the family ran the town’s country store. It was there that he met the...
                                
Michael Crawford Vining
Jul 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael C. Vining, 54, of Georgia, Vermont. Michael passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025 from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 1, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts, and grew up in Derby, Vermont.Michael was the beloved husband of Dawn Vining, whom he married...
Rachel Judd
Jul 24, 2025
                                After a long battle our dear, sweet Rachel was brought home to be with the Lord on July 24 at UVM Medical Center, surrounded by loved ones. 
The oldest of the four sisters (collectively known as The Shea Girls later in life), Rachel was born in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin to Ruth (Carlson) Mayville and Jeffrey Mayne. After moving through Minnesota,...
                                
Loretta Wescom
Jul 15, 2025
Loretta Wescom, a beloved schoolteacher and active member of her community, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on March 15, 1945, in North Adams Massachusetts. She dedicated her life to nurturing and educating young minds at Eden Elementary School, where she touched countless lives with her passion for teaching and her warm, engaging...
William "Bill" Maksym
Jul 11, 2025
                                William Edward Maksym
William (Bill) Maksym was born in Freeport, New York on July 12,1957. He was the youngest son of the late Benjamin and Dolores Maksym and stepson of the late Ruth Maksym.
Bill attended Freeport High School and went on to graduate with an Associates Degree in Architectural Technology from SUNY Farmingdale. He had a strong work ethic, and from...
                                
Stephanie Hruby
Jul 7, 2025
                                Stephanie Hruby, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, and sister, passed away on July 7, 2025, after bravely battling a hard fight against Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs), a rare form of cancer. Born on March 23, 1980, in Burlington, Vermont, Stephanie's warmth and spirit resonated with everyone fortunate enough to know her.
A graduate of Colchester High School, Stephanie went on to earn...
                                
Philip Allan Ryder
Jul 5, 2025
                                Philip Allan Ryder, 76, of Hyde Park died at home on July 5th with his family by his side. Although his mind and spirit were strong, his body was too tired to bounce back this final time.
Phil was born to Al and Beulah Ryder on May 30th 1949. He grew up working with his family at the Ryder General Store...
                                
Maurice Phenix
Jul 5, 2025
                                
Maurice “Joe” Phenix, 83, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in South Burlington, Vermont.
Joe was born on April 22, 1942, to Alcadas and Olive Mae (Bessette) Phenix. He was a proud graduate of Johnson State University and always treasured his time there, never parting with his beloved blue class ring. Joe also took great pride in his service to...
                                
Harold Nelson Smith
Jul 1, 2025
Harold Nelson Smith, a dedicated husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on July 1, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on August 19, 1953, Harold was a passionate artist and a devoted member of his community. He is remembered for his great sense of humor, his warm listening ear, and his constant encouragement to those around him. Harold...
Theresa Smith
Jun 28, 2025
                                Theresa Smith, a beloved mother and friend, was born on September 11, 1941, in Burlington, Vermont. With a warm heart and a gentle spirit, Theresa brought joy and laughter to the lives of many. Sadly, she departed this world on June 28, 2025, in the comforting care of Elderwood Nursing Home.
Theresa was the cherished daughter of Florence Kimball and Louis...
                                
Carol Wells Howrigan
Jun 28, 2025
                                Carol Wells Howrigan, a beloved member of her community and cherished matriarch of her family, departed this world unexpectedly on June 28, 2025, in Burlington. Born on August 23, 1945, in St. Albans, Carol lived a life dedicated to service and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Carol wore many hats with grace and...
                                
F. Randall Cary
Jun 22, 2025
                                Franklin Randall “Randy” Cary, 85, of Milton, Vermont, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, at the Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls, Vermont.
Born on November 13, 1939, in St. Albans, Vermont, the son of the late Franklin Bellows Cary and Odessa Marion Carey. Proud graduate of the Milton High School Class of 1958, Randy went on to serve his country...
                                



