Obituaries

Avis Billado

Avis Billado

Mar 10, 2025

ENOSBURGH - Avis A. Billado, age 82, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Burlington Health & Rehab, with her daughter Joan Aither by her side.

She was born in St. Albans on March 9, 1943 to the late Carroll Sr. & Eleanor (Lakey) Billado.

Avis dedicated her life to caring for others as a devoted caregiver for home health. Her...

Norman Lamothe

Norman Lamothe

Mar 9, 2025

SWANTON — Norman A. Lamothe, age 82, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at his home in Swanton surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on April 30, 1942 to Fred and Marie (Bechard) Lamothe.

Norman worked on the family farm in his younger years. Norman’s journey took him from Vermont to Florida and Kentucky, before finally settling back in...

Laura Sweet

Laura Sweet

Mar 5, 2025

Laura A. Sweet, born August 17, 1964 from St. Albans, Vermont passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2025.

Laura was known for being a kind hearted person and friendly to anyone she met. She had a big heart and felt it was her duty to help anyone she knew that was in need, even if it meant she had to go...

Cynthia Lasnier

Cynthia Lasnier

Mar 4, 2025

ST. ALBANS - Cynthia Lasnier, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 at the Northwestern Medical Center with her family by her side.

She was born on April 16, 1944 to Joseph and Josie (Martin) Letourneau.

A devoted homemaker, Cynthia was known for her exceptional ability to bring people together, crafting meals and memories for friends and family alike. She...

Darren White

Darren White

Mar 1, 2025

EAST FAIRFIELD - Darren M. White, age 69, of East Fairfield, VT passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Darren was a kind and gentle soul who loved animals and always did his best to leave the World a better place. Although generally quiet and reserved, Darren could get very passionate about issues he believed in. He appreciated solitude and...

Arthur Bugbee

Arthur Bugbee

Feb 27, 2025

BERKSHIRE – Arthur Charles Bugbee, age 81, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

He was born in St. Albans on March 7, 1943 to the late Harvey Clarence & Felicia Mae (Dennis) Bugbee. Art was the youngest boy of 12 children and raised at St. Albans Bay.

Art attended B.F.A. St. Albans,...

Stephen "Eggie" Royce

Stephen "Eggie" Royce

Feb 25, 2025

ENOSBURG FALLS – Stephen E. Royce, aka, “Eggie”, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Stephen proudly served his country right out of high school, his commitment to service reflected his strong character and dedication to those around him.

A devoted family man, Stephen was affectionately known as "Pappy" by his cherished...

Gisele Depatie

Gisele Depatie

Feb 22, 2025

HIGHGATE - Gisele Regina Depatie, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and cherished member of her community passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 11, 1933, in Highgate Center, Vermont, to Narcisse and Leona Laroche.

Gisele attended and graduated from St. Anne’s Academy in 1951. She attended the Maryknoll...

Lisa Seguin

Lisa Seguin

Feb 19, 2025

SHELDON - Lisa Ann Seguin, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at her home in Sheldon.

She was born in St. Albans on January 31, 1962 to the late James & Joan (Lacoste) Reed.

For many years, Lisa worked tirelessly as a cook at B.F.A. St. Albans and at the Homestead in Franklin. She also brought her warm...

Gladys Hill

Gladys Hill

Feb 19, 2025

ENOSBURG FALLS - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Gladys (Boulais) Hill, age 97, at the Franklin County Rehab Center in St. Albans, surrounded by her family on February 19, 2025. We will miss her greatly.

Gladys was born on June 2, 1927 to the late Charles...

Joan Russell

Joan Russell

Feb 18, 2025

Joan Elaine "Earlene" Russell, 69, passed away on February 18, 2025, in Highgate, Vermont. Born on March 26, 1955, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Joan lived a life filled with love, family, and cherished pastimes.

 Joan is lovingly remembered by her children: daughter Brandie Russell-Martin and her husband Ed Martin, daughter Jill Davis and her fiancé Mitchell Myers, and son Aaron Russell and...

Ivan Johnson

Ivan Johnson

Feb 18, 2025

SWANTON - Ivan F. Johnson Sr., age 83, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the McClure-Miller Respite House in Colchester.

He was born in Sheldon on May 17, 1941 to the late Daniel & Bernice (Horner) Johnson

After graduating from Enosburg Falls High School in 1959, Ivan proudly enlisted in the U.S. Army, an experience that he often recalled with...

Mark Crothers

Mark Crothers

Feb 17, 2025

SHELDON - Mark Todd Crothers, age 58, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

He was born on September 13, 1966, in Springfield, Vermont to the late Claude & Theresa (McGowan) Crothers.

Mark's life was a testament to his unwavering spirit and passion for sports, particularly his devotion to the Dallas Cowboys and...

Duane Sturgeon

Duane Sturgeon

Feb 17, 2025

Duane Sturgeon, age 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 17th, 2025 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

Duane was born on January 9, 1948 to Carlton and Ruth (Aubin) Sturgeon.

Duane had a love for Farmall Tractors and old antique cars. He started work at UCONN as a Crafts worker at age 17, until he retired in 2003. He...

Harold Johnson

Harold Johnson

Feb 15, 2025

RICHFORD - Harold Durwood Johnson, age 86, passed away on Saturday, February 15th, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Sheldon on January 6, 1939 to the late Harold E. & Winona Johnson. Harold married Phyllis (Simpson) on May 10, 1963.

Harold lived a life filled with hard work and passion. He was a skilled logger,...

Josh Lee Weston

Josh Lee Weston

Feb 14, 2025

 ALBURGH – Josh Lee Weston, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 14th, 2025, in St. Albans. 

Josh was born on April 14, 1975, to Garry L. Weston Sr. and Dureen M. Benjamin.

Josh graduated from BFA High School. He loved to spend time outdoors fishing and hunting. He enjoyed working on cars and blaring his favorite music, Metallica. He was...

Tina Jewett

Tina Jewett

Feb 12, 2025

RICHFORD – Tina Marie Jewett born on October 2, 1975 unexpectedly passed away on February 12th, 2025 in Hagerstown, Maryland. 

She leaves behind her beautiful daughter Olivia; her partner, Joe Ross, her loving parents, Randy Sr. and Sheryl Jewett; brother, Randy Jr. and his wife Myah Jewett, along with her nieces and nephews; Noah, Kaleigh, Logan, and Wrenley Jewett; Tina also...

David Baker

David Baker

Feb 12, 2025

BAKERSFIELD - David Arthur Baker, age 79, of Bakersfield, Vermont, died Wednesday February 12, 2025 at his home following a battle with Huntington's disease.

Born in 1945 in Bennington and a proud descendent of Green Mountain Boy Remember Baker, Dave was the son of Stephen Baker and Margaret Knight Baker. He grew up in Middlebury, where he worked with his father...

Thomas "Big Dog" Martell

Thomas "Big Dog" Martell

Feb 11, 2025

ENOSBURG FALLS - Thomas O. Martell, affectionately known as "Big Dog," passed away at the age of 74 on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

Born on July 23, 1950, in Swanton, VT, Tommy was the apple of his mother's eye and filled his childhood with laughter, joy, and a little mischief. He was...

Charles Lumbra

Charles Lumbra

Feb 10, 2025

ENOSBURGH FALLS - Charles Eugene Lumbra born October 5th, 1924 in Berkshire, Vt to the late John and Anna Domina Lumbra, passed peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday, February 10th, 2025.

Charles was raised on a farm, working alongside his father and brother. Charles had many fond stories of his team of Morgan horses and how...