Obituaries
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...
Marlene Theresa Loomis
Jan 25, 2026
Marlene Theresa Loomis, of Williston, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 25, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 19, 1943, in Burlington, Vermont, Marlene's journey through life was filled with love, laughter, and dedication to those she cherished most.
Marlene began her career as a devoted...
Marilyn Blow
Jan 25, 2026
Marilyn Blow, a cherished soul whose vibrant spirit left an indelible mark on all who knew her, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House. Born on January 15, 1954, in Burlington, Marilyn lived her life with a fierce determination and boundless love that resonated with everyone around her.
Throughout her career, Marilyn was self-employed as...
Barry Habecker
Jan 24, 2026
MSgt. Barry Habecker, beloved husband, father, and cherished family member, passed away on January 24, 2026, in St. Albans, Vermont, at the age of 90. Born on May 22, 1935, in Wagontown, Pennsylvania, Barry lived a life defined by service, love, and deep commitment to his community.
Barry grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from Scott High School in Coatesville. He...
Charlotte Little
Jan 22, 2026
Charlotte Little was a long-time member of the Milton community, cherished and loved by many. Charlotte peacefully passed away with her family in Florida where she resided for the last few years January 22, 2026. Charlotte was born and raised in Vermont with a large family. She was predeceased by her parents Persis and Henry Bedell, brothers and sisters: Ellis,...
Michael Dailey
Jan 20, 2026
Michael Dailey, a cherished father, brother, and friend, left us on January 20, 2026, at his home after a brief illness. Born on November 29, 1954, in the quaint town of Bennington, Vermont, Michael was a genuine soul who infused every moment with joy, laughter, and love.
As Vice President of the family business until its sale, Michael was deeply rooted...
Linus Wayne Kinner
Jan 14, 2026
Linus Wayne Kinner, a devoted family man peacefully passed away on January 14, 2026, at the McClure Miller Respite House, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 5, 1931, in Wayne, New York, and lived an extraordinary life filled with purpose, service, and compassion.
Linus's career was marked by his exceptional dedication and remarkable achievements. He began his...
Patricia Stunell
Jan 7, 2026
Patricia Stunell, a beloved matriarch renowned for her sweet, sassy, and elegant demeanor, passed away at her residence on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 18, 1931, in England, Patricia's life spanned nearly 95 remarkable years, during which she touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Patricia was celebrated not only...
Helen Potvin
Jan 4, 2026
Helen Potvin, born on March 11, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2026, at North West Medical Center. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, whose warmth and humor will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Helen dedicated much of her life to her career, working at Lane Press, Go Go Gas Station,...
Sheila Bearor
Dec 31, 2025
Sheila Bearor, a beloved matriarch, devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at the University of Vermont Medical Center, after a courageous battle with declining health. Born on March 18, 1955, in Burlington, Vermont, Sheila was a beacon of light for all who knew her, with a contagious smile that brightened the lives...
Thomas Wolenc
Dec 29, 2025
Thomas Wolenc, a beloved figure known for his warmth, humor, and multifaceted talents, passed away on December 29, 2025, in Burlington. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, on May 15, 1952, Thomas lived a life rich in experiences and connections, always embracing each day with a unique perspective and a smile.
He was a machine operator and laborer, Thomas was a jack...
Steven A. Barrett
Dec 26, 2025
Steven A. Barrett of Milton passed away unexpectedly Dec. 26, 2025.
For the last 25 years he enjoyed working at his part-time job at Applebee's restaurant. His favorite things were watching WWE wrestling along with other sports, playing video games and collecting baseball cards.
He was predeceased by his father Bernard Barrett, and is truly missed and survived by his mother Elizabeth,...
Frances Robinson
Dec 22, 2025
Frances Landusky Robinson, wife of Arthur Tudhope Robinson (deceased), died on December 22, 2025.
Born September 16, 1929, to James and Frieda (Reiners) Landusky, they moved to South Hero in 1947, where Frances remained until her death.
She graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in business and economics and was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority.
Most of her...
Bruce Gene Towne
Dec 11, 2025
Bruce Gene Towne, 76, of Colchester, Vermont, passed away on December 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle against pulmonary fibrosis. He was a devoted husband and father and lived his life in accordance with The Golden Rule. He was a pillar of strength, generosity, and love for his family. He was born on October 17,...



