Obituaries

Constance "Connie" Prouty

Oct 5, 2023

 

SWANTON– Constance “Connie” Prouty, age 92, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls.

She was born in Swanton on January 3, 1931 to the late Winfield and Orilla (Bradford) Cline.

Connie was a shining presence in her community throughout her life. She attended Swanton High School and graduated in 1949, where she was...

Louise Hartman

Sep 30, 2023

 

SHELDON- Louise A. Hartman, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at her home in Sheldon.

In keeping with Louise's wishes a private graveside service will be held at a later date at the Missisquoi Valley Cemetery in Sheldon.

Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through www.gossfs.com.

Judy Greenwood

Sep 29, 2023

BERKSHIRE- Judy Greenwood, age 73, passed away on Friday, September 29th, 2023, at the Northwestern Medical Center.

 

Judy was born in St. Albans on December 18, 1949, to Raymond and Frances (Marshall) Greenwood.

 

After graduating from Highschool, Judy entered the U.S. ARMY and served for two years. Judy loved starting her days off with her morning cup of...

August Haberstroh

Sep 28, 2023

ST. ALBANS- August F. Haberstroh, age 93, passed away on Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester with his family by his side.

A full obituary to come.

In respecting August's wishes, services will be held privately at the convenience of his family.

Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through www.gossfs.com

Sally Brace

Sep 27, 2023

Sally Ann (Laughlin) Brace, age 63 years, a lifelong resident of this area, passed away Wednesday September 27, 2023. Born in St. Albans November 25, 1959, she was the daughter of Lois (Mercier) Wilson and the late Thomas Laughlin. She attended area Swanton schools and Missisquoi Valley Union High School.

Survivors include her daughter Amber Sullivan and husband, Shaun, of...

Joseph Sprano Jr.

Sep 26, 2023

ALBURGH – Joseph E. Sprano Jr., age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his home.

He was born in Colchester on February 7, 1942 to the late Florence Katherine (Russin) and Joseph Sprano Sr.

He grew up in Winooski, where he developed a strong work ethic from a young age. It was during his days in...

Marcey Godin

Sep 24, 2023

RICHFORD/ENOSBURG FALLS- Marcey Marie Godin, age 55, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington with her family by her side.

She was born in Burlington on June 19, 1968. She grew up in the towns of Richford and Enosburg and attended Enosburg Elementary School.

During her life, Marcey worked as a laborer in...

Albert "Chuck" Pearce

Sep 24, 2023

RICHFORD - Albert "Chuck" Pearce passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023, at the UVM Medical Center after a courageous battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born on March 30, 1943, to Albert and Arlene (Keach) Pearce in Greenfield, Massachusetts.

Chuck became a resident of Vermont in 1966. He then met and married, his partner of a lifetime,...

Ronny Flanders

Sep 19, 2023

TEXAS -Ronny Howard Flanders was born in St. Albans, Vermont in 1967 to Roy and Theresa Flanders. Ron attended Missisquoi Valley Union Highschool in Swanton, Vermont before entering the Air Force at age 18. Ron studied linguistics while in the Air Force, focusing on the Korean language, having become intrigued with Korean culture through his pursuit of a black...

James Letourneau

Sep 14, 2023

ALBURGH- James A. Letourneau, age 90, passed away on Thursday, September 14th, 2023 at his home with his close -knit family by his side.

He was born in Alburgh on March 19, 1933 to the late Norman and Rena (Pearo) Letourneau.

James, better known as Jimmy, raised his family with the love of his life, Lizzie, in the same house...

Pauline Germain

Sep 9, 2023

CAMBRIDGE- Pauline L. Germain, age 79, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023 surrounded by loved ones at her home.

She was born in Richford on May 14, 1944 to the late Gordon "Bud" Sr. and Lottie (LaPlant) Tatro.

Pauline grew up in Richford and graduated from Richford High School in 1962. She raised three children that quickly became the...

Monique Rainville

Sep 8, 2023

FRANKLIN -Monique J. Rainville (Memére, Mom), 87, a longtime cornerstone of the Franklin community passed away Friday September 8th, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Memére was born in St. Albans on June 17th 1936 of the late Ernest and Eva (Trahan) Bouchard. She grew up on her family farm in Highgate, attended school at St....

Rose Raymond

Sep 6, 2023

MILTON - Rose Norma Raymond, age 78, passed away on September 6, 2023 at the McClure-Miller Respite House in Colchester.

She was born in St. Albans on August 28, 1945 to the late Joseph & Alma (Elwood) Dupre.

Rose had a love for animals, particularly "Baby," and found solace and joy in their companionship. She worked as...

Mary Blaney

Sep 4, 2023

RICHFORD- Mary E. Blaney, age 72, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 surrounded by her loving family at Our Lady of the Meadows in Richford.

She was born in Sheldon on August 21, 1951 to the late Otis and Lillian (Donna) Reed.

Mary grew up in Sheldon and graduated from Central Catholic High in St. Albans. She married Randall...

Carlton LaFrance

Sep 3, 2023

HIGHGATE- Carlton C. LaFrance, age 92, passed away on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 at the Northwestern Medical Center.

 

He was born in Highgate Springs on March 25, 1931 to the late George and Addie (Rollo) LaFrance.

 

Carlton attended school until he found his calling to serve our country. Carlton was a dedicated and loyal member of the Navy,...

James Mumley

Aug 29, 2023

 

SWANTON - James C. Mumley, a beloved family man, dedicated educator, and sports enthusiast peacefully passed away on August 29, 2023, at the age of 85.

 

Jim was born on July 25, 1938 in St. Albans to the late Clarence & Mary (Walker) Mumley.

 

Throughout his life, Jim was a pillar of the education community, dedicating 38...

Homer Durkee

Aug 28, 2023

SHELDON- Homer Edwin Durkee Jr., a beloved member of the Sheldon community, passed away on August 27, 2023, at his residence in Sheldon, VT. Born on May 10, 1944, in St. Albans City, Homer was the son of the late Homer Durkee Sr. and Jean (Machia) Durkee.

After graduating from BFA High School, he married Ruth Remington on August...

Philomene Leduc

Aug 27, 2023

 

ALBURGH - After a few hard days in the hospital, surrounded by the people she loved and cared about, Philomene Leduc of Alburgh, VT has passed away on August 27, 2023.

 

She was a hard working fiercely independent woman. She loved nothing better than to welcome anyone to sit down in her house. A house she said "wasn't...

Walter Barnum

Aug 26, 2023

 

FRANKLIN - Walter W. Barnum, age 89, passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Franklin.

 

He was born in Franklin on March 11, 1934 to the late Walter & Ruth (Whiteman) Barnum.

 

Walter grew up and attended schools in Franklin and served in the U.S. Army. After his...

Michael L. Fuller

Aug 23, 2023

RICHFORD - Michael Larry Fuller passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at the age of 61, at his home in Richford with family and friends at his side. He was born on September 16, 1961, in St. Albans, VT, the son of the late Melba (Fuller) Ryea.

Mike was a lifelong resident of Richford and had a career that...