Obituaries
Larry R. Derosia
May 27, 2021
HIGHGATE SPRINGS- Larry Roger Derosia, aka “Hippie” to many, left this world unexpectedly on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at his home in Highgate Springs.
Larry was the third of seven children born to the late Roger and Arlene(Morse) Derosia on October 28, 1959.
Larry grew up in Highgate Springs and learned his work ethics at a young age on the...
Seth A. McLaughlin
May 25, 2021
HIGHGATE – Seth A. McLaughlin, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2021, in his home with his canine companion, Gizmo by his side.
He was born in Burlington to Dianne (Gauthier) McLaughlin and the late Larry McLaughlin.
Seth was hardworking and worked many odd jobs throughout this life. His free spirit brought him to join the Carnival in...
Jason R. Cooper
May 25, 2021
ENOSBURG FALLS – Jason R. Cooper, age 44, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 as a result of an automobile accident.
He was born on May 30, 1976 in Hemet, CA to the late Ray Cooper and Linda (Darnell) Cooper.
Jason was born and raised in California before meeting his wife, Angela. He moved to Vermont...
David J. Shappy
May 24, 2021
GEORGIA – David James Shappy 33 of Georgia Vermont passed away in Clearwater, FL May 24th 2021, after a long battle with addiction.
Services will be held at 11:00 A.M Saturday June 26, 2021, Graveside at St. Ann’s Cemetery in Milton Vermont with Father Felts Officiating. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of David’s life immediately...
Jean N. Lamphere
May 23, 2021
SWANTON – Jean N. Lamphere, age 86, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 23, 2021 at King's Daughters Home in St. Albans.
She was born in St. Albans on January 5, 1935 to the late Henry and Evelyn Letourneau.
Jean married the love of her life, Jerry Lamphere on May 30, 1956, and they made their home in...
Ryleigh C. St. Pierre
May 23, 2021
ENOSBURGH – Perfect, smart, and tough. That is how we would describe our sweet angel. Ryleigh Carol St. Pierre passed away after a tragic accident on May 23, 2021.
Ryleigh was born on July 25, 2019 to her loving parents Conner & Ashleigh (Clark) St. Pierre.
Ryleigh was perfect. She made everyone around her smile and she could...
Richard "Dick" Bugbee Sr.
May 21, 2021
BAKERSFIELD– Richard (Dick) P. Bugbee Sr., 80, of Bakersfield, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2021 at Northwestern Medical Center. Dick was born to the late Harvey and Felicia (Dennis) Bugbee on February 5, 1941.
Dick grew up in St. Albans and was a graduate of BFA St. Albans. Dick married his life partner, Judith Stone on October 18, 1969....
Allen E. Champagne
May 19, 2021
HIGHGATE SPRINGS – Mr. Allen Edward Champagne, age 83, a lifelong resident of this community passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, May 19, 2021 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born at home in Highgate Springs on June 28, 1937, he was the son of the late Alice (Drew) Champagne.
On July 29, 2000 he...
Lawrence H. Juaire
May 16, 2021
FAIRFIELD – Lawrence H. Juaire, age 90, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at his home in Fairfield.
Lawrence was born in Richford on February 24, 1931 to the late Henry & Pearl (McKinney) Juaire.
The Juaire Farm in Fairfield was Lawrence’s life. His family moved there when he was just 6...
Sharron D. DeRosia
May 15, 2021
BAKERSFIELD – Sharron D. DeRosia, age 62, passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.
She was born in France on December 28, 1958 to Chester DeVarney and the late Nettie (Carver) DeVarney.
Sharon was a passionate person and always lived her life to the fullest. Always putting in 100%...
Vera "Vivian" Bishop
May 11, 2021
FRANKLIN – Vera “Vivian” Bishop, loving mom, and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 90, on May 11, 2021 in Enosburg. She was born in Highgate on March 2, 1931 to the late Clarence & Marie (Raymond) Machia.
Vivian married the love of her life, Lawrence Bishop in 1948, and they shared 72 wonderful years of marriage....
Judy A. Gadue
May 3, 2021
SWANTON – Judy A. Gadue, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021 with her loving family by her side at Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans. She was born in Swanton on November 5, 1941 to the late Richard & Jane (Riley) Ryan.
Judy was an exceptionally talented and spiritual woman with a unique sense of humor. Not...
John Emerson Phillips Sr.
May 3, 2021
John Emerson Phillips Sr., 88, Passed away on May 3, 2021, at the Harbor Hill Center in Belfast, Maine.
John was born in St. Albans, VT, on August 11, 1932 to William and Ellen (Croft) Phillips. He married Sally Ann Therrien, his wife of 53 years, in 1958. John was predeceased by Sally when she passed away in July of...
Danton A. Doner
Apr 28, 2021
ROCKY HILL, CT– Danton Doner, 86 of Rocky Hill, CT passed away on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021.
He was born on January 1, 1935 in Sheldon Springs, VT. He Joined the Navy at age 17 and was a Plane Captain for F9F-5 Panther Aircraft on the USS Tarawa before transferring to the Air Force where he was a Ground Control...
Dr. John A. Vaillancourt
Apr 28, 2021
SWANTON/SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Dr. John A. Vaillancourt, age 85, a native of Swanton, Vermont, and a resident of San Francisco for the past 40 years, died on April 28, 2021. Born in St. Albans, Vermont on June 23, 1935, he was the son of the late L. Jules and Clara (Bernardini) Vaillancourt. John graduated from the former St. Anne's...
Larry R. Longley
Apr 28, 2021
BERKSHIRE – Lawrence R. Longley, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, following a battle with Leukemia.
He was born in Meriden, CT on June 20, 1955 to the late Ralph & Marilyn (McKinney) Longley.
Larry was a banjo picking, bluegrass loving, hard-working jack-of-all trades, master of all....
Sandra C. Duchaine
Apr 26, 2021
SWANTON – Sandra C. Duchaine, age 67, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2021 in Swanton following some recent health issues.
She was born in St. Albans on July 15, 1953 to the late Russell “Bud” & Joyce (Blair) Duchaine.
Sandra loved tending to her flower gardens and growing beautiful bleeding hearts. She also enjoyed watching and feeding the birds...
Harvey J. Amilhat
Apr 25, 2021
SWANTON – Harvey J. Amilhat, age 95, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2021 at the Holiday House Residential Care Home in St. Albans. He was born in Highgate on July 17, 1925 to the late William & Ida (Garceau) Amilhat.
Harvey married his soulmate and life partner, Eileen “Sis” (Hakey) on July 11, 1953. Harvey was a member of...
Sherwood W. Kittell
Apr 24, 2021
SWANTON – Sherwood W. Kittell, age 94, passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.
He was born in Sheldon on August 11, 1926 to the late Wallace and Velma (Beede) Kittell.
Sherwood graduated from Enosburg Falls High School in 1944 and married Kathryn Morrill on October 11, 1957. He...
Ricky A. Billado
Apr 24, 2021
RICHFORD – Ricky Alan Billado, age 59, husband of Carrie Alene (Cole) Billado, died Saturday afternoon, April 24, 2021, at his home with his loving family at his side.
He was born June 30, 1961, in St. Albans, Vermont, to the late Robert William Billado Sr. and Velma Irene (LaFrance) Billado. He grew up on Bismark Street in Enosburg Falls....