Obituaries

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 11th, 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...

Mark LeFluer

Mar 10, 2024

ALBURGH - Mark LeFluer, age 64, passed away on Sunday, March 10th, 2024, at his home in Alburgh.

He was born on November 23rd, 1959, in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Robert & Rosemary (Leuck) LeFluer.

A loving spouse and amazing father, Mark leaves behind his beloved wife Deeanna LeFluer of 36 years, who was his rock and constant companion through...

Lorraine St. Onge

Mar 6, 2024

MONTGOMERY - Lorraine Holmes St. Onge, age 86, passed away at Franklin County Rehab in St. Albans on March 6th, 2024, following a sudden change in a long-term health concern.

Lorraine was born on February 4th, 1938, in East Montpelier to Kenneth C Holmes and Irene Thompson Holmes where she attended Four Corners one-room schoolhouse for eight grades, and...

Brenda Lauzon

Mar 4, 2024

Brenda Jeanne Lauzon, 67, entered into eternal rest at home in Williamstown, VT on March 4, 2024 after a long illness.

Born at home in Swanton, VT on July 3, 1956, Brenda was the daughter of the late Paul and Marion (Paquette) Lauzon. She is survived by two sisters Theresa Fedorchek of Fairfield, CT and Anne Retzlaff (John) of Covington, WA;...

Donnajean Ovitt

Mar 3, 2024

BAKERSFIELD - Our beautiful wife, mom and wowie left this earth to be with her other two sons Darren and Chad on March 3, 2024 surrounded by those who will miss her dearly.

Donna lived most of her life as a wife, married 61 years to her beloved guy and best friend, Dennis Ovitt. Together, they raised a beautiful "crew" including...

Rachel Plante

Mar 3, 2024

SWANTON- Rachel J. Plante, age 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 3rd, 2024, at Brownway Residence.

She was born on May 26, 1927 in Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada to the late Leo & Bella (Brodeur) Fontaine.

Rachel attended schools in Canada. She married Maurice Plante on August 12, 1946 in Bonsecour, Quebec, Canada, her husband of nearly...

Bonnie Hovermann

Mar 1, 2024

MILTON - Bonnie G. Hovermann, age 65, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1st, 2024 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester.

Bonnie was born in Montreal, Quebec on December 25, 1958 to Walter and Dorothy Wells.

When she was 5 years old, she told her grandfather that she was going to marry the paperboy who lived directly across...

Larry Raymond

Feb 28, 2024

ENOSBURG - Larry Raymond, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, February 28th, 2024 at the Northwestern Medical Center with his family by his side.

Larry was born in Fletcher on August 3, 1942 to Linford and Germaine (Bedard) Raymond.

Larry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was a resident of Enosburg and worked within the community at various...

Normand Campagna

Feb 25, 2024

SWANTON - Normand Campagna, age 87, passed away on Sunday, February 25th, 2024, at The Villa Rehab.

He was born on April 8, 1936 in Colchester to the late Oscar & Jeanne (LaRoche) Campagna.

Normand found joy in the little moments spent with family and friends. He always looked forward to the annual Campagna family reunions...

Agnes Bouchard

Feb 23, 2024

SWANTON - Agnes C. Bouchard, age 90, passed away on Friday, February 23rd, 2024, at Franklin County Health & Rehab.

Agnes was born in Swanton on August 3, 1933, to the late Sylvio & Ruby (Wells) Quilliam.

She spent her life dedicated to her family and her passions for sewing, gardening, and baking delicious pies. She dedicated years of hard work to...

Marc Poissant

Feb 19, 2024

ENOSBURG FALLS - Marc Poissant, age 93, passed away on Monday, February 19th, 2024 at the Brownway Residence in Enosburg Falls.

Marc was born on January 14, 1931 to Anthony and Ordelia (Lavender) Poissant.

Marc married the love of his life Joyce Ann Johnson on September 7,1951. He served his country during the Korean war and was stationed, accompanied by his wife,...

Ronald Barrette

Feb 18, 2024

SWANTON - Ronald Barrette, age 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18th, 2024, at Birchwood Terrace in Burlington, Vermont.

Ronald was born on February 22, 1948, to Clayton and Madonna (Langlois) Barrette.

Ronald attended and graduated from Swanton High School. He was drafted right out of high school into the United States ARMY where he served many years for them. He...