Obituaries
Dolores Ann Balcom
Oct 13, 2025
Dolores Ann Balcom, a beloved mother and dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, in St. Albans, Vermont surrounded by her cherished children. Born into the DeVizzio family, she was the only child of the late Frank and Ann DeVizzio.
A graduate of the Glens Falls High School class of 1959, Dolores built a successful career, contributing her talents...
Sanford "Sandy" Ladd II
Oct 13, 2025
Alburgh, Vt- Sanford “Sandy” Ray Ladd II, 61, died Monday, October 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones and his fire family after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
He was born June 17, 1964 in West Stewartstown, NH, the youngest son of Sanford R and Harriet (Noyes) Ladd.
He moved to South Burlington at age 6 and was a Vermont resident from...
Daniel “Danny” Joseph Denison
Oct 12, 2025
Daniel “Danny” Joseph Denison, 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Milton on October 12, 2025. He was born in Rome, New York, on September 20, 1938, the son of Albert and Irene (Smith) Denison.
Danny spent many years working for Harden Furniture as a webber before finishing his career as a long-haul truck driver. A proud veteran, he served...
John A. Bean
Oct 7, 2025
John Arthur Bean, 75, of Lowell, Vermont, passed away unexpectedly on October 7, 2025. Born on November 21, 1949, in Burlington, Vermont, John lived a life defined by simplicity, love for nature, and deep devotion to his family and country. John’s quiet strength, caring spirit, and hearty sense of humor touched the lives of everyone who had the good fortune to...
Barbara Leavens Joachim
Oct 2, 2025
Barbara “Barb” Anderson Leavens Joachim, 92, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at Elizabethtown Community Hospital in Elizabethtown, NY, following a brief illness.
Barbara was born on July 26, 1933, in Griffin, Quebec, to James Anderson and Marjorie Bronson. She attended a convent school in Stanstead, Quebec, where she became fluent in French, and graduated from Derby Academy in 1952....
Leon Dorey Rivers
Sep 29, 2025
L.Dorey Rivers 55 of South Burlington passed peacefully after a long illness on Sepember 29th. He leaves behind his wife Cristina and son James as well as his parents Donald and Margaret Rivers of Burlington. His siblings Jami ( Liam ) Bisson of St. Albans and Jill (Kevin) McCarthy of Milton New Hampshire. His two special uncles Albert (Kristin) Brunelle...
David A. Bergeron, Jr.
Sep 28, 2025
David A. Bergeron, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away unexpectedly in his residence on September 28, 2025, just two days after celebrating his 69th birthday and 38th anniversary . Born on September 26, 1956, in Burlington, Vermont, David grew up in a vibrant household that laid the foundation for his adventurous spirit and deep love for life....
Philip Ballou
Sep 27, 2025
Philip Ward Ballou born on May 21, 1945 passed away on September 27, 2025 while at home with his wife and daughter by his side, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Philip was the son of Harold and Viola (Smith) Ballou. He was born in Bethel and raised in South Royalton Vermont. In 1965, at the age of...
Pamela J Heald
Sep 16, 2025
Pamela J Heald, born on February 18, 1947, in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Joseph J. Heald, and the beloved daughter of her late parents, Maurice Preston and Bernice White Preston. Pamela is also preceded in death...
Freida Perry
Sep 11, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow and much love we announce the passing of Freida Perry, 88, of Milton, VT. She passed peacefully at NMC in St. Albans, VT on September 11, 2025.
Born on April 2, 1937, in Bakersfield, Vermont, to the late Harry & Sylvia Tillotson. Freida was a lifelong Vermonter whose warmth and kindness touched many throughout her life....
Raymond Shortsleeve Jr
Sep 6, 2025
Raymond A. Shortsleeve Jr a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on December 3, 1950, in Burlington, VT, Raymond was a cherished member of the community, remembered for his warmth, kindness, sense of humor and passion for life.
Raymond was deeply devoted to his family, which included his...
MaryJane Dodds
2025
MaryJane (Jackson) Dodds, of St. Petersburg, Florida passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025 at the age of 87.
MaryJane was born on October 15, 1937 in Burlington, Vermont to Kenneth and Elizabeth (Samson) Jackson.
She graduated from Milton High School in Milton, Vermont in 1955 and earned an Associate Degree from Becker Junior College in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1957.
MaryJane married Perry...
Kevin John Poirier
Aug 25, 2025
Kevin John Poirier, a devoted firefighter, cherished family man, and friend to everyone who knew him, passed away on August 25, 2025, at the age of 64, after a short but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on December 15, 1960, in Burlington, Vermont, Kevin's life was a tapestry woven with service, laughter, and deep bonds of love.
Kevin's remarkable journey...
Margaret (Peg) Ann Crowley
Aug 22, 2025
Margaret (Peg) Ann Crowley, a radiant spirit and beloved soul, left this world on August 22, 2025 following an automobile accident, in Adams, MA, at the age of 83. Born on December 28, 1941, in Shelburne, VT.
In her early career, Margaret and her late husband, Arnold Dashno, shared their lives and dreams as they owned and operated Guay's Market, a...
Hazel Quelch
Aug 21, 2025
Hazel moved to her eternal home on August 21st, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born on June 21,1940 to Henry M. and Elizabeth (Fresn) Robinson of South Hero. After happy years of growing up on her dad’s farm, Hazel graduated from Northfield School for girls in East Northfield, MA in 1958 and from University of Vermont in...
James Wells Sr
Aug 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. James "Jim" Wells. Born on May 19, 1946, Jim concluded his life journey on Aug 15, 2025. An individual of many passions whose presence illuminated the lives of those around him, Jim will be sorely missed.
Jim is survived by his son, Jay Wells; his second son, Marc Wells;...
Jason Edward Crosby
Aug 13, 2025
Jason "Moose" Edward Crosby passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home in Essex Junction, VT, in the early morning of Wednesday, August 13th, 2025.
Jason was born in Ohio on July 15th, 1976. Jason was a die-hard Ohio Buckeye and New England Patriots fan. A talented fisherman, he built many memories on Squam Lake in New Hampshire with his...
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...



