Obituaries

Warren M. Fresn

Warren M. Fresn

Nov 14, 2020

MOORES, NY/ HIGHGATE, VT – Warren M. Fresn, age 78, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at the University of Vermont Medical Center.

He was born in Beekmantown, NY on March 4, 1942 to the late Carl Sr. and Mary (Powers) Fresn.

Warren grew up in Beekmantown, NY and as a young man worked for his brother Carl Jr....

Germain Bourdeau

Germain Bourdeau

Nov 12, 2020

 

SWANTON – Germain Bourdeau, born on June 29, 1946 and a life-long resident of Swanton found much sought out peace on November 12, 2020 after he fought his 21 year battle with prostate cancer with such strength, courage and fierce determination. He never ever let his cancer diagnosis stop him from doing anything he wanted to.  He was surrounded...

Pauline "Polly" Marshia

Pauline "Polly" Marshia

Nov 11, 2020

 

EAST FAIFIELD – Pauline “Polly” Marshia, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home in East Fairfield.

 

She was born in St. Albans on November 5, 1948 to Irene (Bushey) Bevins and the late Ira Bevins.

 

Polly grew up in Fairfax and graduated from B.F.A. Fairfax where she was the Prom Queen her...

John G. Domina

John G. Domina

Nov 10, 2020

FRANKLIN – John G. Domina, age 70, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.He was born in St. Albans on January 6, 1950 to the late Richard & Frances (Gaboriault) Domina.

John was raised on the family farm in Franklin. He is a native of Franklin and wouldn’t consider calling any other place...

R. Dixie L. Root

R. Dixie L. Root

Nov 8, 2020

SWANTON – R. Dixie Root, age 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the Holiday House Residential Care Home with her family by her side.She was born in Plattsburgh, New York on December 28, 1928 to the late George & Ruth Downey.

Dixie and Donald got married on April 27, 1957. She traveled a lot and loved...

Leo Deslauriers

Leo Deslauriers

Nov 8, 2020

ST. ALBANS – Joseph Isreal Henri “Leo” Deslauriers age 97 passed peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020 of vascular disease of the legs, and dementia.

He was born on the family farm in East Berkshire on March 24, 1923 to the late Michel and Mary Rose (Bernier) Deslauriers.

Leo overcame challenges early in his life. When he started school, it...

Mary T. Shortsleeve

Mary T. Shortsleeve

Nov 7, 2020

BURLINGTON/ENOSBURG FALLS – Mary T. Shortsleeve, age 86 passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2020 surrounded by her loving family in the comfort of her own home. She was born in Burlington on December 7, 1933 to the late Raphael & Eliza (Austin) Moquin.

Mary was the greatest mother of all time. She lived for her family. Mary not...

Andre Tardif

Andre Tardif

Nov 6, 2020

TINMOUTH – Andre G. Tardif, age 68, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020 in Rutland.

He was born on August 18, 1952 in Lyster, Quebec, Canada to the late Edouard and Cecile (Routhier) Tardif.

Andre was the youngest in the family having two brothers and a sister. In 1959, the Tardif family moved from Lyster, Quebec, Canada to Swanton,...

Thomas "Tom" K. Sawyer Sr.

Thomas "Tom" K. Sawyer Sr.

Nov 4, 2020

SWANTON/FLETCHER – Thomas K. Sawyer Sr., age 72, passed away peacefully at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington surrounded by his family.He was born in Swanton on April 15, 1948 to the late Keith & Madeline (Proulx) Sawyer.

Tom attended St. Anne’s Academy and graduated in 1966. He began a career with General Electric and later transitioned to...

Mary Lou Ovitt

Mary Lou Ovitt

Nov 3, 2020

 

ENOSBURGH – Mary Lou Ovitt, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at her home in Enosburgh.

 

She was born in Bakersfield on March 28, 1932 to the late Harold & Marion (Hall) Burleson.

 

Mary Lou was a life-long resident of this area and she graduated from Brigham Academy. She raised her children and helped...

Rebecca "Becky" Stone

Rebecca "Becky" Stone

Nov 2, 2020

 

EAST FAIRFIELD – Rebecca L. “Becky” Stone, age 77, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington.

 

She was born on August 25, 1943 in Binghamville, VT to the late Arnold & Joyce (Woodward) Tinker.

 

While in 8th grade, Becky was on a hayride with a boy by the...

Tyler J. Faulkner

Tyler J. Faulkner

Oct 30, 2020

FRANKLIN – Tyler J. Faulkner, age 33, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester.

He was born in Burlington on October 5, 1987 to Kelly Faulkner and the late James Ladieu.

Tyler or “T” as most of his family and friends fondly remember him attended school at Flynn Elementary, Highgate Elementary, and...

Jodie L. Rice

Jodie L. Rice

Oct 27, 2020

RICHFORD – Jodie Rice, age 43, died at her home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 27, 2020.She was born in Burlington on September 1, 1977 to Roger Beaudoin and Joann Rice.

Jodie attended Richford High School and graduated with high honors in 1994 and completed some community college courses. She was a stellar student and managed to...

Donna L. Marston

Donna L. Marston

Oct 26, 2020

RICHFORD – Donna L. Marston, age 68, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Monday, October 26, 2020 at her home in Richford.

She was born in St. Albans on May 4, 1952 to Natalie Rushford and the late Arthur W. Marston.

Donna grew up in Texas and graduated from Irving High School. In the 1970’s she moved with her family...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Broe

Jacqueline "Jackie" Broe

Oct 22, 2020

 

HENDERSON, NV / ENOSBURG FALLS, VT – Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Broe, died unexpectedly at age 60 in Henderson, Nevada. On October 22, 2020, she joined her parents, Joyce (Ward) Broe and Herbert “Peanut” O. Broe, in heaven.

 

She was born in St. Albans, Vermont on April 8, 1960. She grew up in Enosburg Falls, Vermont where she attended...

Gloria Ann Longe

Gloria Ann Longe

Oct 22, 2020

MONTGOMERY CENTER – Gloria A. Longe, age 89, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Franklin County Rehabilitation Center in St. Albans.

She was born in Burlington on June 24, 1931 to the late Albert and Florence (Martin) Veillet.

Gloria attended school in Enosburg and graduated from EFHS in 1949. She married the love of her life, Alton...

Sara J. Johnson

Sara J. Johnson

Oct 21, 2020

 

ENOSBURG FALLS – Sara J. Johnson, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at her home in Enosburg Falls.

 

She was born in St. Albans on January 30, 1961 to the late Philip “Murph” & June (Chapman) Irish.

 

Sara grew up as the youngest child in her family, or as Mom and Dad’s “baby...

Calvin A. Parizo Sr.

Calvin A. Parizo Sr.

Oct 19, 2020

ST. ALBANS – Calvin A. Parizo Sr., age 81, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at the Northwestern Medical Center in St. Albans.

 

He was born in Highgate Springs on October 30, 1938 to the late Leslie & Florence (Lloyd) Parizo.

 

Calvin was very proud of his service to our country through the U.S. Navy. He served...

Sandra A. Jones

Sandra A. Jones

Oct 17, 2020

FRANKLIN – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra A. Jones. She passed away at her home in Franklin on October 17, 2020 at the age of 80.

She was born in Essex Center, VT on November 25, 1939. She was the daughter of the late Burt & Marjorie (Bullard) Jones.

Sandy graduated from Bellows...

Dana A. Duggento

Dana A. Duggento

Oct 14, 2020

 

HIGHGATE SPRINGS – Dana A. Duggento, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, surrounded by his family.     

He was born in Saint Albans on April 27, 1955 to Jeannine (Maria Leduc) Fortin & the late Herbert Duggento.

Dana had a love of nature and photography and enjoyed exploring...