Obituaries

Glen Wright

Dec 15, 2023

 

Glen Alan Wright of Enosburg Falls, Vt., and Ocala, Fla., was a man with more nicknames than sunshine has rays: Twoey, Glen Bob, Bubby, Little Big Man and Bull. He wore them all with a twinkle in his eye and a smile that could light up a room. Though health challenges darkened his recent years, Glen faced them with...

Kathleen Demers

Apr 21, 2024

RICHFORD - Kathleen Mae Demers, age 84, passed away Sunday morning, April 21, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

Mae was one of 14 children born to Peter Moses Ryea and Evelyn (Ducolon) Ryea.

She worked at Major Garments and Misty Mountain in Richford and Enosburg and she was very proud of her own sewing shop...

Kevin Elwood

Apr 20, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Kevin D. Elwood, age 48, a true outdoorsman and passionate hunter and fisherman, passed away on April 20, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He fought valiantly over the past 6 years for his children and family. Throughout it all "Kevin was Kevin" his sense of humor, his positivity, and his curiosity never waned. He was, and...

William Curtin

Apr 18, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - William "Bill" E. Curtin, age 99, passed away on Wednesday April 17th, 2024 at The Villa Rehab in St. Albans.

He was born on February 5,1925 to William and Julia (Duso) Curtin in Enosburg Falls, VT.

William was a graduate of Enosburg Falls High School Class of 1942. He was employed by Fruitland in Enosburg Falls and Missisquoi Market...

Nicholas Kinney

Apr 17, 2024

NORTH HERO - Nicholas James Kinney's love of life didn't come to an end with his death. Nicholas passed away on April 17th, 2024 at the age of 44 after a courageous battle with leukemia, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

Nicholas completed his degree in Construction Management from...

Jorie Spears

Apr 12, 2024

SWANTON - Jorie E. Spears, age 37, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 12, 2024.

She was born September 2, 1986 to Glen Spears and the late Joy (Chaffee).

Jorie lived life to the fullest, finding joy in spending time with her daughter, Joy, and her cherished family and friends. Whether cruising around the horn, swimming in local swimming holes, going for...

Amelia Nolan

Apr 12, 2024

ST. ALBANS - Amelia E. Nolan, age 89, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at the St. Albans Health & Rehab Center.

Amelia was born on June 28, 1934, in Warwick, RI, to the late Manuel & Georgianna (Morris) Rezendes.

She led a life filled with simple joys and a genuine love for others. As a homemaker, she dedicated her days...

Gilbert Shover

Apr 12, 2024

RICHFORD - Gilbert Shover, age 99, passed away on Friday, April 12th, 2024, at his home after a short illness with his daughters Jackie and Elaine by his side.

Gilbert was born in Richford on July 27th, 1924, to Ernest and Gertrude (Sanborn) Shover. He was the oldest of nine children. He was married to Shirley Gross on Dec 11, 1945....

Savannah Machia

Apr 11, 2024

ST. ALBANS - Savannah Machia, age 19, passed away on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at University of Vermont Medical Center with her family by her side.

She was born on November 23rd, 2004, in Morrisville, VT to Jeff Machia & Ashley Allen.

Savannah cherished spending time with her family, especially her sister Angel, as well as living life to its fullest hanging...

Allen Audette

Apr 6, 2024

JEFFERSONVILLE – Allen W. Audette, age 67 passed away on Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at the UVM Medical Center.

 

He was born in St. Albans on December 5, 1956 to Napolean and Rita (Pinsonneault).

 

Allen met the love of his life, Carolyn Wheelock at Richford High School. They were married 42 years when he passed. Allen was passionate about work, he enjoyed...

Dean Riley

Apr 5, 2024

SWANTON - Dean Riley Sr., age 66, passed away on Friday, April 5th, 2024, at his home in Swanton with his family by his side.

He was born on January 7th, 1958, in St. Albans to the late Phillip & Virginia (Robtoy) Riley.

Dean's love for his wife of 41 years, Laura Riley, was evident to all who knew them. He took...

Dale "Puffer" Lumbra

Apr 4, 2024

MONTGOMERY - In loving memory of Dale "Puffer" Lumbra January 24, 1953 - April 4, 2024.

Join us in celebrating the man, the myth, the legend that was Puffer. We will be honoring his memory with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Though he may no longer be with us his spirit lives on in each of us through the many memories...

Francis Burnor

Apr 1, 2024

HIGHGATE - Francis C. Burnor, age 81, passed away on Monday, April 1st, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born May 29, 1942 in St. Albans to the late Carlyle & Ernestine (Menard) Burnor.

A man with a passion for the outdoors and a keen love for hunting and shooting, Francis began indulging in these hobbies from...

Lee Rascoe

Mar 30, 2024

 ALBURGH – Lee D. Rascoe, age 62 passed away unexpectedly at his home in Alburgh.

 

He was born in Plattsburgh on March 29, 1962 to Wayne and Carol (Coulombe) Rascoe.

 

Lee attended high school at Mount Mansfield Union. He graduated from the Berlin Regional Career & Technical Center in Berlin, NH with his associate degree in Mechanical Technology. Lee had a passion...

Susan Martin

Mar 27, 2024

SWANTON - Susan C. Martin, age 69, passed away after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on March 2, 1955, to the late Clifton and Clara LaFar. Susan married her soulmate, Arnold L. Martin on November 21, 1969.

Susan raised three girls and was blessed with two grandchildren who she loved more than anything. Family was everything to...

Thomas St. Francis

Mar 25, 2024

SWANTON - Thomas St. Francis passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born on January 14, 1958, and was a lifelong resident of Swanton. Tom was the son of the late Hubert Sr. & Hilda (Minkler) St. Francis.

Tom was a very hard and dedicated worker. He received awards for employee...

Jeffrey Dezotelle

Mar 25, 2024

RICHFORD - Jeffrey Dezotelle, age 57, passed away on Monday, March 25th, 2024, at his home in Richford with his family by his side.

He was born on August 2nd, 1966, in St. Albans to Bruce & Mary (Willette) Dezotelle.

Jeff was an avid outdoorsman and cherished moments spent fishing, 4 wheeling, and riding motorcycles...

Dennis Loiselle

Mar 19, 2024

SHELDON - Dennis J. Loiselle, age 80, died Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at his home following a brief illness.

He was born May 27, 1943 in Sheldon, the son of the late Adrien & Emelda (Rainville) Loiselle.

Dennis was a resident of Sheldon all his life and was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Starting as an early teenager,...

Louis Choiniere

Mar 15, 2024

SWANTON - Louis Joseph Choiniere 54 of St. Albans passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on Friday morning March 15th.

He was born on August 24,1969 in St. Albans to Robert and Pauline (Rainville) Choiniere. He was the youngest of 13 siblings.

Louis just turned 6 years old when our father died. Joseph Lussier became our stepfather shortly after. He attended...

Barbara Greenwood

Mar 11, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Barbara Greenwood, age 93, passed away on Monday, March 12th, 2024 at the Franklin County Rehab Center.

Barabra was born in Bakersfield on April 25, 1930 to Floyd and Harriet (Joubert) Ashton.

Barbara married her husband Lawrence Greenwood on May 1st, 1948. Barbara was a homemaker and raised three boys and three girls during her life. She enjoyed staying...