Gerald Roger Brosseau
Gerald Roger Brosseau, 63, of Derby died on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at his residence, following a period of declining health.
Born on June 5, 1951, in Germantown, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Orville Entiene and Katharine (Heintzelman) Brosseau.
He graduated from Northeast High School, Class of 1969, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and subsequently Miami-Dade College in the field of funeral directing and embalming.
He was married to Margaret Ellen (Brundage) Brosseau on April 19, 1980.
He was a licensed funeral director and embalmer in New Hampshire and Florida. He proudly served on the board of directors for the New Hampshire Funeral Directors’ Association for many years, holding the position of treasurer until his death.
He was the chief executive officer and a co-founder of Always On Call Answering Service, LLC, an award-winning company based in Concord, New Hampshire. In his position, he developed a niche to provide specialized services to funeral professionals as an extension of their business. Prior to becoming a funeral director, he was an accomplished chef, restaurateur, and writer, including being a radio announcer at WFTL Radio in his teenage years, earning the coveted Silver Mic Award at the age of 14. He also enjoyed his time as an owner of a successful dairy farm in Troy.
Mr. Brosseau was an ordained Christian minister and dedicated his life to helping others. He was recognized for many years as Santa Claus for the Shriner’s Hospital in Tampa, Florida, and for the Stranahan House in Fort Lauderdale.
His memberships included Free and Accepted Masons Lodge #249 of Sebring, Florida; Mahi Shiners of Miami, Florida; Orient of Florida — Scottish Rite of the Valley of Lake Worth; York Rite Bodies, Lauderdale Council No. 24 Royal and Select Masters of Fort Lauderdale; past watchman of shepherdess of the Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, Judea Shrine No. 14, of Fort Lauderdale; Order of the Eastern Star, Tri-Gate Chapter No. 276, of Fort Lauderdale; Loyal Order of Moose; and the National Funeral Directors Association.
He is survived by his wife, Ellen; his sons: Gerald R. Brosseau II and his fiancée, Vicki Lopez, and son Braiden of Cape Coral, Florida, and George J. and his wife, Heather Brosseau, of Hampton Beach, New Hampshire; his godson Dakota Brosseau of Jeffersonville; his sister Gisele Phipps of Maine; his brothers: Richard Brosseau of Vermont and George Brosseau of Texas; as well as by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents, Orville and Katharine (Heintzelman) Brosseau.
Burial will be held in the Slatedale Cemetery in Slatington, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, June 11, at 1 p.m.
The family has asked that memorial donations be sent in loving memory of Mr. Brosseau to The Shriner’s Hospital for Children — Tampa, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607-1460.
Online condolences at mayhewfuneralhomes.com.
John David Christensen
John David Christensen of West Glover, beloved son, father, brother, and uncle, died on the morning of Thursday, May 28, 2015, in Newport.
He was born on March 2, 1951, to Christian Christensen and Marion Thornton.
He leaves behind a daughter, Kelsey Christensen; and a longtime partner, Roberta Ashe.
He was a professor and coordinator of online learning at the Community College of Vermont for over 25 years, consummately dedicated to learning and education in Vermont.
He will be missed by family, students, colleagues, and the community.
Norma Demers
Norma Demers, 95, of Newport Center died peacefully on June 6, 2015, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 18, 1920, in Burlington, to John and Peninnah (Foss) Thomas.
She was employed at one time by Indian Head Plywood, Newport Plastics, and Ethan Allen Manufacturing.
She was an avid reader and she enjoyed knitting, politics, crossword puzzles, and going to Old Orchard Beach in Maine with her family.
She resided in Newport Center for 68 years. She had a special dog, “George W.,” and also several others in the past. She brought her family to see the stone house in Alburg where she lived as a child. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her great-grandson Gavin who was a special caregiver to her.
She is survived by her children: Dorothy Hemingway of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Susan Hansen and her husband, Reginald, of North Troy, Shirley Santaw and her husband, Alfred, of North Troy, Lisa Blanchette and her husband, Dennis, of Warwick, Rhode Island, Mary Blake of Newport Center, Gail Demers of Newport Center, James Demers of Derby, John Demers and his wife, Sue, of Newport Center, and Mark Demers of Newport Center; her 24 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and by 18 great-great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by three sons: Robert and Philip Demers and by infant George; her brother John Thomas; and by her former husband Paul Demers in 2000.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 10, at 11 a.m., at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, with the Reverend O’Hara officiating. Interment will follow in North Troy Village Cemetery.
Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences at curtis-britch.com.
Brian David Round
Brian David Round, 37, of Newport died unexpectedly on May 31, 2015, in Hillsboro, Florida.
He was born on February 15, 1978, in Newport to David and Theresa “Tess” (Brochu) Round.
Mr. Round graduated from North County Union High School in 1996. He played soccer, was a member of the alpine ski team, and he enjoyed other outdoor recreations. He went on to study at the University of Vermont.
He became a wonderfully talented chef who was at his best when he let his talents and creativity lead him to delicious experiments. He could improvise a five-star meal from whatever materials he had available. He worked in many locations, which included stops at the Hillsboro Club in Florida, Big Sky Ski Resort in Montana, Basin Harbor Club in Vergennes, and Junior’s and McKee’s in Winooski. He was especially close and had great friendships with the staff at McKee’s. As he did his culinary travels, he enjoyed meeting new people and exploring new locations.
He had a love and compassion for animals. He loved his pets and enjoyed the company of Mikey the dog, Mary Jane the cat, and had a special pet cat, Walter, when he was a youngster.
He was an incredibly voracious reader, often absorbing a book or more per week. He was the kind of person who preferred holding a real book in his hands instead of electronic gadgetry. He read every topic, but especially enjoyed historical novels. His recall of movies and famous movie lines was epic.
Lately he had many fishing adventures in fresh and salt water. He spent many days on the slopes on his Montana trip, and golfed at Basin Harbor. Video games, comedy shows like Family Guy, and music were also pleasures he enjoyed. A particularly special time was spent one spring working in the sugarhouse with his mom and uncle Rene. In the fall he especially liked hunting adventures in Virginia with his dad and uncles at Fort Willey.
Mr. Round was a man of few words, but on the occasion when he articulated on a subject, one had better listen as he had a wealth of information to share on nearly any topic. A conversation with “Encyclopedia Round” would always conclude with new knowledge, learning that took place, and a fresh perspective on the horizon. In his usual quiet way, you would have to listen carefully to catch his extremely intelligent sense of humor.
He is survived by his father, David Round, of Newport; his mother, Theresa “Tess” Round, and her companion, Todd Morey, of Troy; and by his brother Torrie Round of Grand Isle. He had a large number of relatives on both sides of his family, and has numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss him dearly. He also leaves the following aunts and uncles: Eva Brochu, Rita and Omar Choquette, and William and Sarah Round of Newport, Anna and Charles “Sonny” Sanville, Charles Buck, and Rene Brochu of Newport Center, Gerard Brochu and Mary and Michael Roy of Derby, Steven and Paula Brochu of Derby Line, Lea and Ron Cook of Irasburg, John Brochu and Claire Tetreault of North Troy, Alfred Brochu of Kentucky, Robert and Linda Round of Virginia, Clara Brochu of Maine, Patricia “Patty” Mann of New Hampshire, Martha Dupont of Florida, and John and Laurie Round of Illinois.
There will be a private graveside committal service for the family at a date to be determined. He will be interred with his grandmother Vera “Jan” Round, who predeceased him in January. He was also predeceased by his grandfather Franklin Round; and by his aunts: Maria Buck and Madeleine Brochu.
In lieu of flowers or donations, his family would like those inclined to purchase a book to read with a child or spend a quality day with a youngster fishing, hunting, camping, or doing another outdoor activity.
Walter Edwin Smith
Walter Edwin Smith, 84, of North Troy died on June 6, 2015, at his home, surrounded by family and friends.
He was born on August 15, 1930, in Newport, to William and Minnie (Page) Smith.
He married Tessie Lahue on September 3, 1954. She predeceased him on June 17, 2011. Also, his son Albert Smith predeceased him on March 21, 2009.
Mr. Smith was a rural route letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, from which he retired in 1994. He was a member of the North Troy High School Class of 1948. He was a veteran of the Korean War as well as a member of the Air National Guard of Vermont. He held memberships with the American Legion Post #28 of North Troy and was a member of the Masonic Lodge #16 of Troy. He poured his heart and soul into Jay Peak Post #28. The members were his second family. He served as commander in the past as well as adjutant for many years up until he could no longer physically do the job. Many hours were also spent on fund-raisers for the club, the least of which was the weekly bingo. That kept him busy in his retirement.
As well as enjoying his family he enjoyed many years of camping, playing bingo, and the beloved board game Aggravation with his wife.
He is survived by his daughter Mary Cota and her husband, Arnold, of Jay, and their children: Susan Galofaro and her husband, Richard, of California and their son Luca, Karen Sheahan and her husband, Doug, of California, and Dean Cota and his wife, Cindy, of Milton, and their son Aden, as well as Cindy’s children: Sabrina, Tyler, Andrea, and Mariah Rocque. He is also survived by his daughter Kathy Mayhew and her husband, Marcel, of Jay, and their daughter Angela Mead and her husband, James, of Newport Center and their children: Sierra and Tyler Mead of Newport Center, and Melinda Smith and her boyfriend, Chris Collier, and her son Mathieu of North Troy. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 12, with the Reverend Rick Shover officiating. Interment will be on Saturday, June 20, at 11 a.m., in North Troy Village Cemetery with full military honors.
Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Legion Post #28, care of Richard Berthiaume, 254 Dominion Avenue, North Troy, Vermont 05859; or to Missisquoi Valley Ambulance Service, 1375 Cross Road, Jay, Vermont 05859.
He fought a hard battle until the end and will be missed by all. As in his famous good-bye words, we now say to him, with love and admiration, “catch you come later,” Dad, Grandpa, and friend.
Online condolences at curtis-britch.com.
Elliot Raymond Thompson Sr.
Elliot Raymond Thompson Sr. of Derby died peacefully at home in the early hours of January 16, 2015, after a long battle with illness. He was 86.
He was born on April 28, 1928, in Evanston, Illinois, to Ruth Elliot Thompson and Harold Thompson.
He received an engineering degree from Michigan Tech University in 1953. He served in the Air Force.
He married Betty Smith on August 21, 1949, in Petoskey, Michigan.
He worked for Metal Flex in Newport for 25 years. He was a lifelong Episcopalian and attended St. Mark’s in Newport, where he sang in the choir and served on the vestry. He was a member of the Golden M Club, an association for Michigan Tech alumni who had been alumni for 50 plus years.
He was an avid reader of history and mystery. He loved to jog, golf, fish, and to boat.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Betty Smith Thompson; a brother, Walter George Thompson, and his wife, Betty, of Williamsburg, Michigan; a brother-in-law, Kenneth Smith and his wife, Carolyn, of Big Rapids, Michigan. He is also survived by his children: Sandra Pealer and her husband, Judson, of Rangeley, Maine, Elliot Thompson and his wife, Peg, of Garrettsville, Ohio, Walter Thompson of Chicago, Illinois, the Reverend Mark Thompson of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Scott K. Thompson and his wife, Tanya, of Parkton, Maryland. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Lauren and her partner, Kyle, Alissa, Emma, Connor, Sacha and her partner, Matt, Shawn and his wife, Catrina, Benjamin and his wife, Erica, Megan, Elliot Thompson III, Nathan, Sarah and Rachel; and six great-grandchildren: Daniel, Elliot, Lily, Everett, Daniel, and Teigan. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ruth and Harold; and by his three children: Sherry and twins Matthew and Johnathan.
He will be buried in Derby Cemetery. A memorial fund request has been made for contributions to St. Mark’s Food Shelf, P.O. Box 125, Newport, Vermont.
Brian L. Tice
Brian L. Tice, 49, of Derby died on June 5, 2015, in Newport, after a short fight battling cancer.
He was born in Newport on October 23, 1965.
He was currently a dairy farmer working for Nelson Farms of Derby.
He loved farming, mudding, fishing, four-wheeling, camping and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Jodi Tice, of Derby; his children: Chad Byers and his wife, Shannon, and Anthony Byers and his wife, Kristin, all of Irasburg; his grandchildren: Mariah, Steven, Aubrie, and Tyler Byers, and Logan and Bailey Martin; his mother Beverly Keenan-Kilby and stepfather John Kilby of Derby; his brother Gordon Tice and his wife, Billie, of Derby; his sister Rose Daigle and her husband, Jean, of Troy; his stepsiblings: Sarah, John Jr., and Tim Kilby and their families; his mother-in-law, Connie Carpenter, of Derby; his father-in-law, Reg Carpenter, of North Troy; his brothers-in-law: Richard Carpenter and his wife, Lucy, of Derby, and Randy Carpenter of Derby; his sister-in-law Sheila Carpenter of Derby; and by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services were held on June 9 in Newport.
Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.
Online condolences at curtis-britch.com.
Services
Frank Medor
Committal services for Frank Medor will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, at St. Paul’s Cemetery.
Albert Lebeau
A graveside service for Albert Lebeau will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Newport, with full military honors.
Frederick S. Chatley
There will be a memorial service to celebrate the life of Frederick S. Chatley at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, at the Westmore Community Church. The church is located on 27 Hinton Hill Road, near his beloved Lake Willoughby, in the town of Westmore. Please contact his daughter Megan McCrery at (484) 883-0526, if you have questions or need assistance.
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