Obituaries

Liza Marie Simpson

Liza Marie Simpson

Sep 10, 2024

Liza Marie Simpson, was born on July 4, 1980, in Morrisville, Vermont. She was loved by many and known for her vibrant spirit. With a heart full of love and a personality that radiated warmth, Liza left this world unexpectedly on September 10, 2024, in St. Albans, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and joy that will be cherished for...

Michael Lee Gardner

Michael Lee Gardner

Sep 10, 2024

Michael Lee Gardner, a beloved member of his family and community, was born on December 8, 1959, in Burlington, Vermont, and left this world unexpectedly on September 10, 2024, at his residence. Michael's life was a testament to the joys of family, community, and a strong work ethic.

As a proud member of UA Local 693, Michael built a distinguished career...

Holly Millette

Holly Millette

Sep 7, 2024

Holly Millette was born December 2, 1980, at CVH in Berlin VT to Jeffrey Millette and Joyce Tetreault-Dery. She passed away Saturday September 7, 2024, at UVM Medical Center.

 

A Spirited individual, Holly was known for her fierce yet caring personality. She had a unique ability to blend her clever sense of humor with an infectious warmth.

 

Holly is survived by her...

Cynthia H. Rock

Cynthia H. Rock

Sep 6, 2024

Cynthia H. Rock, born on March 24, 1965, in Burlington, Vermont, left this world on September 6, 2024, in the tranquil embrace of the McClure Miller Respite House surrounded by her loving family. She was a remarkable woman whose spirit will forever illuminate the hearts of those who knew her.

Cindy was a graduate of Burlington High School, class of 1984,...

Elizabeth "Betty" Carol Rice

Elizabeth "Betty" Carol Rice

Sep 5, 2024

Elizabeth “Betty” Carol (Bluto) Rice, 78, born July 8th, 1946, in Colchester, VT, as the first-born child to the late Francis Bluto who passed in 1983 & the late Constance Bluto who passed in 1988, has passed away on September 5th, 2024, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, VT with her brother and his wife beside her.

Betty was...

Sharon Boudreau

Sharon Boudreau

Sep 3, 2024

Sharon Margaret Boudreau 79 of Milton Vermont and Palm Harbor Florida passed away surrounded by her loving family on September 3rd 2024 in Palm Harbor Florida.

Sharon was born in Burlington Vermont on February 4th 1945, daughter of Margaret Parrott and Carmelo Molta.

She worked as a business owner and as a substitute teacher at Milton high school.

 Sharon was a 35-year devoted...

Walter D. Scott Jr

Walter D. Scott Jr

Sep 2, 2024

Walter D. Scott Jr., better known as "Don," passed away peacefully on September 2nd 2024 after a long battle with Dementia. He is predeceased by his wife of 42 years, Elaine Rose (Sherratt) Scott, who passed away in 2012 of Multiple Myeloma.

He is survived by their only child, Jennifer Scott Eames and son-in-law Stan Eames of Fort Myers, Florida and...

Sarah Beth Lowell

Sarah Beth Lowell

Sep 2, 2024

Sarah Beth Lowell, a cherished soul whose vibrancy illuminated the lives of those around her, passed away on September 2, 2024, at the age of 48. Born in Burlington, VT, on April 3, 1976.

Her many passions included music, photography, cooking and gardening. You could usually find Sarah listening to Coldplay and multitasking on the grill and in the kitchen. She...

Marvin Phelps Alderman

Marvin Phelps Alderman

Sep 2, 2024

Marvin Phelps Alderman, 86, of Georgia, Vermont, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024, surrounded by his family. He is fondly remembered for his thirty years of dedicated service to the Georgia community and his unwavering commitment to education and family.

Born on July 14, 1938, in Fairfax, Vermont, to Stephen and Gwendolyn (Marvin) Alderman, Marvin devoted his life to nurturing...

Donald Cecil Williams

Donald Cecil Williams

Sep 2, 2024

Donald Cecil Williams, 77 of Hardwick VT, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 2nd, 2024.  

Born at his childhood home in Hardwick, VT on November 15,1946; the oldest son of the late Lillian and Cecil Williams. 

In 1964, he married the love of his life Ethel. They built their home on Marsh Road in Hardwick where...

Wayne Lafayette

Wayne Lafayette

Aug 30, 2024

Wayne Ashley Lafayette passed away August 30, 2024. He was 78 years old. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Gordon Phelps on April 29, 2022. He was predeceased by his mother and father Douglas and Jane Mayville Lafayette, by Mary's mother and father Harry and Frances Ladd Phelps, and by his two favorite cats Uncle Buck; 20 years old...

Signe Mitchell

Signe Mitchell

Aug 24, 2024

Signe Mitchell, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, in South Hero, surrounded by her family. Born on July 30, 1938, in Sweden, Signe's journey through life was marked by creativity, generosity, and a deep love for her family. When she was 23 years old she left Sweden behind for an adventure in the United...

Teville Gavin Williams

Teville Gavin Williams

Aug 24, 2024

For The Lord will give us understanding in everything!!

 

Teville Williams, affectionately called “ Bunny” by everyone passed away at the University of Vermont Hospital tragically on August 24,2024. He was 30 years old.

Bunny was born on December 20, 1993. He spent most of his life in Spot Valley , St. James, Jamaica W. I, before migrating to Stowe, Vermont on...

Randy Paquette

Randy Paquette

Aug 22, 2024

Randy Paquette, a beloved carpenter and dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the age of 59. Born on December 3, 1964, in Burlington, Vermont. Randy built not only houses with his skilled hands but also a legacy of love that will endure through his cherished family and friends.

With a career that spanned decades, Randy was...

Emmy Mayville

Emmy Mayville

Aug 19, 2024

Emmy Marie Mayville passed away suddenly, August 19, 2024, Knoxville, TN. She was the daughter of Judy and Bill Mayville, born December 16, 1975, in Burlington, Vermont.

After graduating Milton High School (VT), she attended Champlain College (Burlington,VT),graduating with an Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies (1996). Emmy later moved to Tennessee, where she found her true passion in the...

Betty McLane

Betty McLane

Aug 15, 2024

Betty Joyce (Manley) McLane, 93, of Milton died peacefully at home August 15, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born April 12, 1931, in Burlington, VT to James Leslie Manley Sr. and Gertrude Belle (Mears).

Betty grew up in Milton, VT, where she attended Milton High School, graduating in 1949. After high school she attended nursing training at the...

Ronald Gordon, Sr.

Ronald Gordon, Sr.

Aug 12, 2024

Ronald Gordon, Sr., a beloved husband, father, construction worker, and dairy farmer, passed away on August 12, 2024, Born on May 17, 1942, to Franklin H. and Margaret (Raymond)Gordon. 

Throughout his lifetime, Ronald wore many hats - from a dedicated worker in the construction industry spending over two decades at FW Whitcomb to a nurturing caretaker of his farm in Grand...

Janet Stankevich

Janet Stankevich

Aug 8, 2024

On August 8, 2024, Janet Stankevich peacefully passed after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by friends, family, and her beloved caregivers. Just prior to her passing, friends, neighbors, caregivers, and family had the honor to sing her happy birthday. Born on August 8, 1928, Janet touched the lives of many as evidenced by her large friend group. She left...

Gladys Alger

Gladys Alger

Aug 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Gladys Alger, who passed away on August 6, 2024. Gladys was born on March 13, 1939, in Burlington. She lived a full and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

 Gladys dedicated her working years to service, having been employed at Marty’s Sculpture as a painter and...

Debra Mae Perkins

Debra Mae Perkins

Aug 4, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Mae Perkins. Debra was born on May 25, 1954, in Wareham, MA, and departed from this world on August 4, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, nana and friend.

Debra leaves behind her loving husband, Ralph Perkins Sr, who stood by her side through thick and thin,...