Effie M. (Hall) Brown

Effie Mae (Hall) Brown, 82, formerly of Barton, died peacefully after a period of failing health on October 12, 2017, in Loudon, New Hampshire.

One of 14 children, she was the daughter of William V. and Shirley E. (Hunt) Hall. She was born on February 2, 1935, in Barton. She attended school in Westmore and Barton.

After moving to Boscawen, New Hampshire, she married and raised six children. She worked for 28 and one-half years at Beede’s Electric in Penacook, New Hampshire, where she retired in 2000.

Mrs. Brown enjoyed reading, playing bingo, and attending country music concerts, but most of all her passion was racing. In the late ’50s and early ’60s she raced six-cylinder cars at Bryar Motorsport Park, now New Hampshire Motor Speedway, in Loudon and Pine Speedway in Rumney, New Hampshire, with her family. Her favorite NASCAR drivers were Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Jr. She collected their racing memorabilia as well as owls and cardinals. She also enjoyed spending time on Crystal Lake in Barton with her family. But most of all she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents; her daughter, Shirley Helmholtz; her granddaughter, Christine Brown; and five brothers: Clarence, Edwin, Raymond, and William Hall, and John Baird.

She is survived by her children: Linda Trefethen and her husband, Paul, of Loudon, Wayne Brown of Berlin, New Hampshire, Barbara Murphy of Boscawen, Cathy Currier and her husband, Robert, of Franklin, New Hampshire, and Dale Brown and his wife, Deborah, of Franklin. She also leaves 15 grandchildren: Michael Trefethen, Michelle Bedard, Shannon, Richard, Karen Corbiel, Kandy Shattuck, Alyssa Hamilton, Shane Legere, Steven Brown, Destiny Gauthier, Melissa Menkin, Jason Currier; her step-grandchildren: Amy Lariviere, and Craig and Cory Burton; and 32 great-grandchildren. Her siblings include: Dorcas Wood of Franklin, Sandra Elliott of Pembroke, New Hampshire, Robert Hall of Concord, New Hampshire, Marilyn Collins of Coos Bay, Oregon, Susan Audet and Bruce Hall, both of Concord, Donna Richardson of Spring Hill, Florida, and James Baird of Concord.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Program, Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association, The Slusser Center, 30 Pillsbury Street, Concord, New Hampshire 03301.

There will be no calling hours or services as per Mrs. Brown’s wishes. The Phaneuf Funeral Home and Crematorium in Boscawen is assisting the family with arrangements.

Madeleine Daignault

Madeleine Daignault, 90, of Derby Line, formerly of Orleans, died on October 11, 2017, in Derby Line.

She was born on September 10, 1927, in Montreal, Quebec. On November 3, 1951, she married Claude Daignault, who predeceased her in 1975.

She had been an inspector for the former Slalom Ski Wear company. She was a faithful member of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans for many years. Mrs. Daignault loved to go for rides in the country looking for wildlife. She enjoyed doing puzzles and loved the company of her family.

She is survived by her children: Francis Daignault and his wife, Deborah, of West Glover, Mark Daignault of Orleans, John Daignault and his wife, Judy, of Livermore Falls, Maine, Marjolaine Grant of Jay, Maine, Maryse Hodgkins of Barton, Susan Weed and her husband, Preston, of Wray, Colorado, and Lynn Daignault and her husband, Gerry, of Barton; 13 grandchildren: Christopher and Penny, Stephanie and Melinda, Robert and Jennifer, Jessica, Teresa, James, Rhonda, Joshua, Hillary and Hanna; and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Pierre Gingras of Montreal; and by several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her sister MaryPaul Roy, and by three brothers: Jacques, Bernard, and Phillip Gingras.

A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans, officiated by the Reverend Timothy Naples. Interment will follow in St Theresa’s Cemetery in Orleans.

Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to Michaud Memorial Manor, 47 Herrick Road, Derby Line, Vermont 05830; or to the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, 85 St. Paul’s Lane, Barton, Vermont 05822.

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

William George Strouse

William George Strouse, 35, of St. Johnsbury, died on October 7, 2017, in St. Johnsbury, after a gracious and faith-filled journey with colon cancer.

He was born on December 24, 1981, in Burlington, to James T. and Margaret Mary Strouse. He was the youngest of six children, all of whom doted on him from the very beginning. He graduated from Burlington High School in 2000 and the Catholic University of America, in Washington D.C., in 2005, with a degree in civil engineering.

While in D.C., he met the love of his life, Brittany Marie Isabelle. They were married on August 6, 2016, in Newport.

Mr. Strouse loved life and among the biggest joys were the gatherings he and Mrs. Strouse would have for family and friends. One of his most recent joys was the restoration of their home, a 200-year-old Vermont farmhouse.

Mr. Strouse continually served to remind those who knew him of their blessings in life, particularly one of life’s greatest gifts — friendship. He enriched many lives through his contagious energy, humor, generosity, faith, and sportsmanship (he was an avid hockey player).

Mr. Strouse is survived by his loving wife, Brittany Marie Isabelle Strouse; his parents, James T. and Margaret Mary Strouse; his brothers and sisters and their families: James and Gabriella Strouse and their children Theresa and James, Margaret Strouse and her children Madeline, Sophia, and Mariela, Sarah and Daniel Curry and their children Amelia and Elizabeth, Joseph and Stacy Strouse and their children Mary and Irene, and Elizabeth and Bryan Connolly and their children Lillian, William, Jack, and Caroline. He is also survived by his parents-in-law, Constance and Richard Isabelle; his sisters-in-law Kristin Isabelle Messina, and her husband, Nicholas, and Lauren Isabelle; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

He was predeceased by his grandparents as well as his infant brother, John Robert Strouse.

The Strouse and Isabelle families have enormous gratitude for the love and kindness of family, friends, and community members who came together to support them throughout Mr. Strouse’s treatment.

A Mass was celebrated at St. Mark’s Church in Burlington, on October 12.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Colon Cancer Alliance in Mr. Strouse’s honor, found online at fundraise.ccalliance.org/blue-star-tributes/strouse; or by attending a church service and praying for him.

To send online condolences to his family, please visit www.readyfuneral.com.

Thelma L. Willis

Thelma L. Willis, 94, of Newport, died on October 5, 2017, in Newport, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Beebe Plain on March 29, 1923, the daughter of Clinton and Leda Willey. In 1941 she married Melvin Willis, who predeceased her in May of 1972.

She is also predeceased by her son John Willis; her brothers: Clesson Willey, Roland Willey, Basil Willey, and Lyle Willey; her sister Betty (Willey) Laraway; her granddaughters: Wendy (Willis) Judd, who was the daughter of Duane and Bev Willis, Lindsey Couture, who was the daughter of Chris and Roxanne Couture; and her grandson Justin Forcier, who was the son of Karen Bullis. She was also predeceased by her sons-in-law: Claude Roberge and Joseph Bullis.

She is survived by her children: Duane Willis and his wife, Beverly, of Inverness, Florida, Donna Willis, wife of John Willis, of Inverness, Marlene Bullis of Newport Center, Trudy Roberge of Newport Center, Jody Cleveland and her husband, Mark, of Barton; and many grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Connie (Willey) Knowles and her husband, Dale, of Newport, and Iva (Willey) Shannon of Clearwater, Florida; and her brother Ernold Willey of Shreveport, Louisiana.

She asked that the family give a special thank-you to her granddaughter Lisa Spooner, who was always bringing her special treats and visiting often.

Mrs. Willis loved putting puzzles together, playing cards, playing Yahtzee, and she loved to travel with friends. She was always helping friends and family and was a very caring person and an awesome mother.

Donations in Mrs. Willis’ name may be made to the Activity Department at the Newport Health Care Center, 148 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

There will be no calling hours. Her interment will take place in the spring.

Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.

Brent R. Amyot

Brent R. Amyot, 31, of North Troy, died suddenly on October 2, 2017, in North Troy as a result of an automobile accident.

He was born on February 18, 1986, in Newport, to Richard and Penny (Nutting) Amyot.

He loved hiking, artistic painting, whittling, wood-burning, being outdoors, and panning for gold. He also loved working with his hands, and he helped rescue people in Biloxi, Mississippi, during Hurricane Katrina. He traveled extensively for a person his age.

He is survived by his parents: Richard and Penny Amyot of North Troy; by his grandmother Dale Nutting of North Troy; by his siblings: Amanda Amyot and her boyfriend, Tyler Blais, of Newport, Ericka Amyot and her wife, Kelly Amyot, of Newport, and Tia Nadeau and her fiancé, Joe Kulakowski, of Newport; by his niece Briana Marie Bordeau; by his foster siblings: Jacob Tucker of North Troy and Stephanie Foster of Newport; by his aunts and uncles: Wanda and Rick Dobler of North Troy, Sandy Bushey and her fiancé, Barney, of Kentucky, Cheryl and Chuck Wood of North Troy, Pamela and Dave Belaska of Milbury, Massachusetts, Andre and Rollande Amyot of Westfield, Bob and Shirley Amyot of Bristol, Connecticut, Denise and Bob Tetreault of Derby, Rosemarie and Wayne Morse of Jay, Diane and Steve Cutting of Troy, and Lisa and John Guyette of North Troy; by his special friend Joe Gillich and his family of Mississippi; and numerous cousins and friends.

He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather Everett Nutting; his paternal grandparents: Jean and Andre Amyot; and his cousin Freddie Bushey.

A Mass was celebrated on October 7 at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport. Interment followed in North Troy Village Cemetery.

Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Journey To Recovery, 58 Third Street, Suite 3, Newport, Vermont 05855.

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Reginald W. Carter

Reginald W. “Reg” Carter, 57, of Newport, died on October 2, 2017, in Newport surrounded by his family.

He was born on September 19, 1960, in Newport, to Iona (Bullis) Carter and the late Wayne Carter. On May 9, 2009 he married Carolyn A. Stewart, who survives him.

Mr. Carter graduated from North Country Union High School in 1979. He was employed as a machinist for over 30 years at North Country Engineering in Derby. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, listening to rock and roll music — especially AC/DC — and he was a huge fan of the Boston Red Sox and the Boston Bruins.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Carter, of Newport; by his son Nathan Carter of Newport; by his stepchildren: Patrick Uhsmann and his companion, Annette Cota, of Orleans, Jessica Stewart of Newport, and Amanda Stewart of East Hartford, Connecticut; by his grandson Oliver Uhsmann; by his mother, Iona Carter, of Derby; by his siblings: Rosemarie Bowen and her husband, Don, of Coventry, Ronald Carter of Derby, Patricia Pierce and her husband, Jim, of West Charleston, and Candice Allard and her fiancé, Bill Anthony, of Derby; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is also survived by his special friends Jim Norris of North Troy and Timmy Carter of Essex; and by Maverick, his beloved furry friend, and Alfie.

He was predeceased by his father, Wayne Carter; and by his niece Ashley Allard.

A celebration of life will be held at V.F.W. Post #798 on Central Street in Newport on Sunday, October 22, at 2 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, Vermont 05855, or to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 522 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Michael J. Hunt

Michael J. Hunt, 49, of Barton, died on October 4, 2017, at his home.

He was born on June 24, 1968, in Newport. He was the son of Dalton and Mary Kay (Ober) Hunt.

He graduated from Lake Region Union High School in 1986. He coached in many different sports in the Barton area. He was also a Cub Scouts leader and took part in anything else that his sons were involved in. He truly loved his home and the Barton area, enjoying the outdoors and watching the wildlife along with his dog Odin. He had recently taken up photography as a hobby.

He was employed as a produce manager for Price Chopper.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Hunt, of Barton; by his sons: Joshua Hunt and his girlfriend, Ericka LaGumina, and Thomas Hunt; by his parents, Dalton and Mary Kay Hunt, of Barton; and by his siblings: Alan Hunt and his companion, Kate Schneider, and their son Adam, and Shawn Hunt and his wife, Megan; and by his nieces: Savannah Wall, Gabriella Wall, Natalia Wall, Cynthia Moeller and her husband, Jonathan; and by his nephews: Jason, Jared, and Justin.

He was predeceased by his son Phillip on April 3, 1997.

Funeral services were held on October 9 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Barton with the Reverend Timothy Naples officiating.

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Myrtle (Rollins) Jerzykowski

Myrtle “Mitzie” (Rollins) Jerzykowski, 95, of South Bend, Indiana, died on October 1, 2017, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend.

She was born on May 27, 1922, to the late Herbert and Helen (Woodbury) Rollins in East Concord, and lived in South Bend most of her life.

Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother Richard Rollins.

Mrs. Jerzykowski retired in 1992 from The Associates, where she worked for 30 years in accounting, both in South Bend and in Irving, Texas. She later worked part time as a monitor in the south dining hall at the University of Notre Dame, from 1996 until 2015.

On June 9, 1944, she married John Jerzykowski Sr., in Barton. He died on July 29, 1969.

Mrs. Jerzykowski is survived by her daughter Sandra McHenry and her husband, William, of Lufkin, Texas; her son John Jerzykowski Jr. and his wife, Virginia, of Buchanan, Michigan; seven grandchildren: John Jerzykowski IV and his wife Airasellie, Robbee Center and her husband, Matt, Tammy Willmon and her husband, Royce, Jennifer May and her husband, John, Billy McHenry and his wife, Rique, Kristopher McHenry and his wife, Rebekah, and Melissa Jerzykowski; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; three sisters: Doris LaClair and her husband, Carrol, of Summerfield, Florida, Joan Frobig and her husband, George, of Plymouth, Massachusetts, and Mary Young of Leominster, Massachusetts.

Mrs. Jerzykowski attended Christ the King Lutheran Church in South Bend. She loved to tend to her flower gardens and is well known for having them look so nice. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They kept her young.

Funeral services will be held at a later date. The time and place will be announced in the South Bend Tribune and on the Kaniewski Funeral Home website.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church, 17195 Cleveland Road, South Bend, Indiana 46635.

To send online condolences, please visit www.kaniewski.com.

Kenneth E. McDonald

Kenneth E. McDonald, 69, of Derby, died suddenly at his home on
October 6, 2017.

Mr. McDonald was born on February 17, 1948, in
Newport, to the late Christina Davidson and Merle McDonald. He spent his childhood in Morgan and his early years working for Rudy Burroughs in the woods, then with Real Desrochers driving a truck. He worked thirty years for the Vermont Agency of Transportation.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Joan L. McDonald; and his children: Dana Kennison of Derby, Kim Dupuis and her husband, Raymond, of Irasburg, Tracy Costa and her husband, Dave, of Island Pond; by his grandchildren Tina Royer and her husband, Derek, of Newport Center, Michelle Aiken and her husband, James, of Derby Line, Amanda Hastings of Derby, David Hicks of Michigan, Shaun Hastings of Connecticut, and Eric Dupuis and his wife, Sarah, of Irasburg; and his great-grandchildren: Kristopher Aiken, Jayden Aiken, Henry Bean, Landen Dupuis, Noah Dupuis, Harper Dupuis, Avery Royer, Bentley Cartee, and Adalynn Jones. He is also survived by his sister, Connie Carpenter, of Derby; his brother, Dean McDonald, of Barton; and his brother-in-law, Gary Carter of Plainfield. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers: Reginald McDonald, Gordie McDonald, Larry McDonald; and his sister Shirley Carter.

Mr. McDonald enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, camping, and spending time with his
grandchildren and his great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 14, at 11 a.m., at Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport, officiated by Pastor Robert Cargill.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. McDonald’s name to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1071 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, Vermont 05855; or to the Derby Fish and Game Club, P.O. Box 187, Derby, Vermont 05829.

Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.

Thelma L. Willis

Thelma L. Willis, 94, of Newport, died on October 5, 2017, in Newport, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Beebe Plain on March 29, 1923, the daughter of Clinton and Leda Willey. In 1941 she married Melvin Willis who predeceased her in May of 1972.

She is also predeceased by her son John Willis; her brothers: Clesson Willey, Roland Willey, Basil Willey, and Lyle Willey; her sister Betty (Willey) Laraway; her granddaughters: Wendy (Willis) Judd, who was the daughter of Duane and Bev Willis, Lindsey Couture, who was the daughter of Chris and Roxanne Couture; and her grandson Justin Forcier, who was the son of Karen Bullis. She was also predeceased by her sons-in-law: Claude Roberge and Joseph Bullis.

She is survived by her children: Duane Willis and his wife, Beverly, of Inverness, Florida, Donna Willis, wife of John Willis, of Inverness, Marlene Bullis of Newport Center, Trudy Roberge of Newport Center, Jody Cleveland and her husband, Mark, of Barton; and many grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Connie (Willey) Shannon, of Clearwater, Florida; and her brother Ernold Willey of Shreveport, Lousiana.

She asked that the family give a special thank-you to her granddaughter Lisa Spooner who was always bringing her special treats and visiting often.

Mrs. Willis loved putting puzzles together, playing cards, playing Yahtzee, and she loved to travel with friends. She was always helping friends and family and was a very caring person and an awesome mother.

Donations in Mrs. Willis’ name, may be made to the Activity Department at the Newport Health Care Center, 148 Prouty Drive, Newport, Vermont 05855.

There will be no calling hours. Her interment will take place in the spring.

Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.

Kenneth Phillip Aiken

Kenneth Phillip Aiken, 62, of Newport, died unexpectedly at his home in Danielson, Connecticut, on September 25, 2017.

He was born on May 24, 1955, in Newport to Durward and Dorothy (Ostrout) Aiken. He married Brenda Challinor when he was 18 years old. This December would have marked 44 years of marriage.

Mr. Aiken lived most of his life in Connecticut with his family. He was a truck driver for many years prior to suffering from a stroke. For most of his career he worked for Superior Bakery in Thompson, Connecticut. He enjoyed taking his daughter, Tara, and niece, Emily, in his trailer truck as he drove throughout New England. He was an amazing husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. He was often very quiet, but was the type of person that could make anyone smile and laugh. Mr. Aiken was famous for being able to nap anywhere at any time, no matter the number of kids running around making a ruckus. He had a love for NASCAR, going to the casino, driving truck, and watching wrestling. He was an amazing man who worked hard his entire life to provide for himself and his family. He will forever be loved and missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Aiken, of Danielson; his daughter Tara Aiken and her long-term boyfriend, Daniel Paine, both of Putnam, Connecticut; his grandsons: Jared Jordan and Oliver Paine, both of Putnam; his mother Dorothy Aiken, and his brother Keith Aiken, both of Newport. He was also survived by his brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father Durward Aiken; his brother Kermit Aiken; his in-laws Gloria and James MacKenzie; and his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., on Saturday, October 7, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 37 Lake Road in Newport.

Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.

Nicholas Bryan Carpenter

Nicholas “Nick” Bryan Carpenter,18, of Coventry, died suddenly in Croyden, New Hampshire, along with Michelle Fenimore, 20, in a car crash.

Mr. Carpenter was born on July 2, 1999, in Burlington, to Melissa Currier. He was a perfect young gentleman and very outgoing, passionate about life, amazing, and loving. He grew up in Vermont, attended Derby Elementary School and North Country Union Junior High School. He completed his senior year with online courses while working full time. His first job was at Wendy’s in Newport, then JC Penny’s in Bennington, and later JC Penny’s in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. He will always be remembered as a goofy, fun-loving kid, compassionate, and living life to the fullest. He made everyone smile. He died with Michelle Fenimore who was like a sister to him.

Mr. Carpenter is survived by his parents: Melissa Currier and James Morse of Coventry; his siblings: Trevor Morse, Jonathan Carpenter, Christopher Carpenter, Jaime Morse, Daniel Carpenter, and Amber Salzmann-Morse and her husband, Kenneth; his nephews William and Alexander Salzmann; his nieces Victoria and Penelope Salzmann; his grandmother Anne Griffin; and by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and family friends.

A celebration of his life was held on October 1 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport, officiated by the Reverend Laurence Wall.

Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Carpenter’s memory to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

Online condolences may be made at www.curtis-britch.com.

Donna V. Chrisomalis

Donna V. Chrisomalis, 62, of Derby, died on September 29, 2017, in Lebanon, New Hampshire.

She was born on January 5, 1955, in Newport to Helen (Beck) Pond and the late Victor Pond.

Ms. Chrisomalis was employed as a quality control inspector for Revision in Newport. She enjoyed watching birds, fishing, going to yard sales, gardening, crocheting, and she loved her grandchildren and their visits.

She is survived by her children: Ellen Coderre and her husband, Donald Jr., Eric Smith and his wife, Laurie, and Shawn Connary and his wife, Lori; by 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by her mother Helen Pond; and by her siblings: Victor Pond Jr. and his wife, Sandy, Goldie McPhaul and her husband, Richard, and Sheila Stinson and her husband, James.

She was predeceased by her father, Victor Pond, on March 18, 2011; and by her sister Diane McCleod.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport. Services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, October 6, at 11 a.m., with the Reverend Mike Haddad officiating. Interment will follow in Irasburg Cemetery.

Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1080 Hospital Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Michelle Jaclyn Fenimore

Michelle Jaclyn Fenimore, 20, of Brownington died suddenly on September 22, 2017, in Croydon, New Hampshire.

She was born on August 23, 1997, in Staten Island, New York, to Jennifer Rhodes and the late Josef Fenimore. Throughout her life she was a shining light and beautiful soul.

She grew up in Vermont and attended Derby Elementary School and North Country Union Junior High School, and graduated from North Country Union High School in 2015. Her first job was at the Derby Village Store, where her smile was a fixture and she made many close friends. She was most recently a jewelry consultant for JC Penney in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. She was very good at her job and very proud of her accomplishments.

Ms. Fenimore loved dance; she was a member of the North Country School of Dance beginning at the age of four, and also a member of NCU Dance Company. She was a lover of all animals and brought many home to be cared for or re-homed. She will be remembered most for her incredible generosity; even as a small child she always preferred to do for others rather than for herself.

Nicholas Carpenter, who was like a brother to her, died with her.

She is survived by her parents, Jennifer Rhodes and Daniel Rich; by her grandparents: Reg and Marte Rhodes of Derby, Jean Fenimore of Staten Island, and Perley and Donna Rich of Canaan, New Hampshire. She is also survived by her siblings: Lauren Alice Blu Rich of Derby Line, Perley Rich of Derby Line, Clayton Rich of Newport, and Natasha Rich of Groton. She also leaves behind her fiancé and love of her life, Trevor Morse, of Brownington; her uncle David Rhodes and his partner, Cynthia Jordan, of Newport; her aunt and uncle Joanne Fenimore Hardman and Thomas Hardman of Staten Island; her uncle Raymond Karkutowski of Staten Island; her future mother-in-law Marie Struss of Green Bay, Wisconsin; and numerous other aunts, uncles and cousins.

The Peter Ste. Marie family (especially Deana), as well as the family of Sally Maxwell, Ashley Wright, Heather (Wright) St. Onge, and Gywn Moulton were all integral parts of her upbringing and held a special place in her heart. She was also survived by two special family friends, Jeffrey and Colleen Newbegin. She was predeceased by her father, Josef Fenimore; and her aunt Kathryn Karkutowski.

Funeral services were held on September 29 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport.

Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855 .

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Viateur Gerard Fortin

Viateur Gerard Fortin, 91, of Derby Line, died of natural causes on September 30, 2017, with his family at his bedside.

Mr. Fortin was born to Albetina Lessard and Cyril Fortin on June 10, 1926. He was one of seven siblings who grew up on their dairy farm on Nelson Hill. He graduated from the Rock Island Elementary School in eighth grade in order to help his parents run the family’s farm.

On October 13, 1951, he married Theresa Perreault of Irasburg and bought the family farm from his parents. They had ten children and together ran the farm for 25 years before selling it to their son Guy Fortin in 1975. Shortly after this, his first marriage was annulled and Mr. Fortin started a new chapter in his life when he married Rita Fuller of Newport. Together with her four children, they embarked on a new life. They were married for 33 years. During these years Mr. Fortin enjoyed working in his sawmill or woodworking shop, producing maple syrup, and gardening. He appreciated nature as one of God’s greatest miracles, and was happiest when harvesting the fruits of his labor and sharing them with family and friends.

Mr. Fortin is survived by his wife Rita Fortin; his two sisters: Rita Peterson of Lyndonville, and Yolande Osowski of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey; by Rita Fortin’s children: Terri and her husband, Christopher Hunter, of Lyndonville, Holly and her husband, Jeff Whitehead, of Lyndonville, Christine and her husband, Kevin Amyot, of Westfield, Douglas Fuller of Wentworth, New Hampshire; and his children: Cecile and her husband, Claude Gaboriault, of Barton, Annette and her husband, Steven Cross, of Derby, Richard Fortin of Island Pond, Marcel Fortin of Underhill, Agnes and her husband, Marc St. Laurent, of Bradenton, Florida, Mark Fortin and his wife, Sandra, of Glendale, Arizona, Irene Fortin-Champine of Pittsford, Rachel and her husband, Keith Twofoot, of Brownington, Robert Fortin and his wife, Kim, of Goffstown New Hampshire; by his grandchildren: Dustin and Caitlyn Hunter, Joshua Seidenberg, Cameron and Connor Whitehead, Tyler and Hannah Amyot, Scott and Donald Hubbard, Ashley and Travis Cross, Jennifer Robare, Stephanie Cyphers, Stacey Fortin, Jeremy Fortin, Dustin and Erica Fortin, Danielle, Alicia and Christopher Fortin, Renee and Vanessa St. Laurent, Benjamin and Leah Champine, Shawn and Kyle Fortin, Raven, Randi, and Robert Naramore, and Taylor and Michael Fortin; by his great-grandchildren: Eva and Remy Whitehead, Nathanial, William, and Madison Hubbard, Keenan and Rianna Hubbard, Ava and Jacob Robare, Sawyer and Sabrina Cyphers, Josephine Fortin, Owen and Grant Donahue, Addy Naramore, and Walter Champine.

He was predeceased by his sisters: Bernadette Fortin of St. Johnsbury, Cecile Fortin of Lebanon, New Hampshire; and his brothers: Alexander Fortin of Hartford, Connecticut, Maurice Fortin of Derby Line, Reginald Fortin of Derby; and his son Guy Fortin of Lyndonville.

A Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 5, at 11 a.m., at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line. Interment will follow at St. Edward’s Catholic Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse- Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Wednesday, October 4, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Orleans-Essex VNA and Hospice, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855.

Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.

Douglas Joseph Hanrahan

Douglas Joseph Hanrahan, 49, of Randolph, died on September 25, 2017, in Lebanon, New Hampshire, after a brief and sudden illness.

He was born on February 22, 1968, in Biddeford, Maine, to Sharon (Harmon) and William F. Hanrahan. He spent his entire childhood living in Maine, the majority in Farmington, where he graduated from Mount Blue High School in 1986.

After high school, Mr. Hanrahan enlisted in the Army and became a German linguist. He lived in Germany for almost two years and fell in love with the country, the food, and the beer. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1990, and in 1992 graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a degree in criminal justice. In 1994, after moving from Maine to Wisconsin and then finally to Vermont, he married Alicia McKenny, and they settled down in Newport. He began working for the department of corrections that same year.

Mr. Hanrahan was an avid hunter. Each year he would hunt in Maine and Vermont with close friends and family, loving the chase almost as much as he loved to revel in others’ successes. He especially loved going to deer camp, most likely due to the camaraderie, family bonding and storytelling almost more than the actual hunting. While he was always in search of the elusive white-tailed deer, he could not seem to find the heart to hunt the deer that his wife fed in the driveway (all 18 of them). He agreed that it was just too much fun watching their silliness from the bedroom window.

He had a gift when it came to telling a story or a joke. Depending on the topic, he could either make you spit out your drink or split a gut by laughing so hard. His amazing mind and quick wit meant that very few topics were off limits. Many of his stories stemmed from the antics of the three precocious Hanrahan brothers (and one Hanrahan sister), his Army buddies, or from his more than 20 years working for the Department of Corrections (DOC).

His incredible mind was also used for good. He was very proud of his work at DOC. Whether he was a unit officer, shift supervisor, or chief of security, he was passionate about the security side of corrections. He was honest, reasonable and practical. It was all about protecting staff and inmates and although the past year was especially stressful for him, he still believed in the principles of the system.

Mr. Hanrahan was an incredible dad to his beloved daughters. He has successfully transferred his love of the New England Patriots on to both of them, who will carry on his tradition of rooting for them for years to come. For the last three years, he has taken the family to pre-season games, which was the highlight of the summer for him and for them. Words cannot describe how much he will be missed by family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Alicia (McKenny); and twin daughters: Serena and Bailey; his siblings: William and his wife, Lisa, Jeff and his wife, Amy, and Kelly and her husband, Tim (Bourassa); as well as his beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by his dad and mom in 1992 and 2005, respectively.

No services are planned. Online condolences may be left at www.dayfunerals.com.

Gloria G. Robillard

Gloria G Robillard, 88, of Brownington, died peacefully on September 26, 2017, in Newport.

She was born on February 6, 1929, in St. Johnsbury to Donat and Millicent (Jacques) Gosselin. On June 4, 1949, she married Emmanuel Robillard, who predeceased her in 2003.

She was a member of St. Theresa’s Church in Orleans, as well as St. Benedict’s Church in West Charleston.

She attended St. Johnsbury Academy. She was a seamstress for many years at the glove factory in St. Johnsbury and also at Slalom Ski Wear in Newport. She also helped her husband on the family farm. Mrs. Robillard loved to watch the wildlife around her home, with birds and deer being her favorite. She enjoyed time with her family and going out to eat with family and friends.

She is survived by her two children: Rita Driver Johnson and her friend, Raymond Durgin, of Derby, and Paul Robillard and his wife, Darlene, of Brownington. She is also survived by eight grandchildren: Sheila Driver and her friend, George Weber Jr., of Derby, Shawn Driver of Derby, Scott Driver of West Charleston, Zachary Robillard and his wife, Brandy, of Brownington, Jacque Robillard of Brownington, Seth Robillard and his friend, Nicole Jones, of Craftsbury, Christopher Robillard and his wife, Brooke, of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Jasmine Glodgett and her husband, Ezra, of Island Pond; as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She is also survived by her sisters: Gertrude Simons of West Burke and Louise Smith of Poincianna, Florida.

She was predeceased by two brothers: Maurice Gosselin and Eugene Gosselin; and by her son-in-law Marc Driver.

A Mass was celebrated on September 30 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Orleans, with the Reverend Timothy Naples officiating.

Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the Orleans-Essex VNA and Hospice, 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Gordon N. Stafford

Gordon N. Stafford, 78, of Island Pond, died on September 25, 2017, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 19, 1938, in Island Pond to Leon and Mary (O’Gorman) Stafford. On November 20, 1965, he married Mary A. Miclette who survives him.

Mr. Stafford entered the United States Marines and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was employed by the Canadian National Railroad as a welder.

He held memberships with the Order of the Masonic Lodge #44 of Island Pond and American Legion Post #80, and was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond. He was president of the Republican Party in Island Pond, a state representative for 14 years, a member of the National Rifle Association and the Knights of Columbus, and a state champion on the all-Army pistol team for the Vermont National Guard. His hobbies included motorcycles, hunting, and shooting, and he was a member of the Civil War Round Table. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Stafford, of Island Pond; by his children: Timothy Stafford of Waitsfield, Paul Stafford and his wife, Paula, of Berlin, and Sharon Stafford of Highgate; and by his grandchildren: Tristan, Sage, Jack, Jake, and John. He is also survived by his twin brother Gregory Stafford of Island Pond; and by his sisters: Jane Othot and her husband, Richard, and Joan Stafford.

A Mass was celebrated on September 30 at St. James Catholic Church in Island Pond. Interment with full military honors followed in St. James Catholic Cemetery.

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Barbara L. Stevens

Barbara L. Stevens, 99, of Barton, died on September 17, 2017, surrounded by her family at Maple Lane Nursing Home in Barton.

She was born on July 27, 1918, in East Warren, to Alfred and Barbara (Blake) Leno. In 1940 she married Nelson Stevens who predeceased her on July 19, 1998.

She held many jobs and most recently was a cook at Lake Region Union High School where she retired in 1975. She enjoyed doing puzzles, playing cards, making crafts, board games, reading, snowmobiling, and especially celebrating Christmas with her family.

She was a member of the West Glover Congregational Church where she was a Willing Worker and a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was also a member of the Christmas Club and a lecturer for the Glover Grange # 272.

She is survived by her children: Gary Stevens of Albany, Rebecca Griffin and her husband, Ron Moss, of Zephyrhills, Florida, Jeffery Stevens and his wife, Pamela, of Barton; by her foster son David Griffin of Brattleboro; by her daughter-in-law Rachael Stevens of Newport; by eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and by her special friends Polly and Leo Gendron; her childhood friend Jessamine of Waitsfield; and by several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her son Nelson Stevens III on February 10, 2017; by her brothers: Corcell, Cyrill, and Leighten Leno; and by her sisters: Sharlene St. Dennis and Julia Powell.

A graveside service was held on September 22 at the Westlook Cemetery in Glover, with the Reverend Evelyn Coupe officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in her memory may be made to the West Glover Congregational Church, 2516 Bean Hill Road, West Glover, Vermont 05875. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Clair L. Young

Clair L. Young, 71, of Craftsbury Common died in Morrisville on the morning of September 30, 2017.

He was born October 23, 1945, the son of the late Henry A. and Bessie (Taylor) Young. He graduated from Craftsbury Academy in 1964. He was drafted into the U.S. Marines and did a thirteen month tour of duty in Vietnam. He worked as a carpenter in his own business. He loved sugaring. He married Dianne Young on October 4, 1969.

Mr. Young is survived by his wife, Dianne. He is also survived by his brothers: Robert and Joseph and his wife, Jeannine; and by many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers: Frank, Fred, and Henry Young; and by his sister-in-law Priscilla Young.

Private services will be at the convenience of the family. Per the family’s request there will be no calling hours.

Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com.

Loriann Lawson

Loriann Lawson, 46, of St. Johnsbury died suddenly on September 19, 2017, in St. Johnsbury.

She was born on September 1, 1971, in Springfield, to Evelyn (Jenness) Bullis and the late Robert Bullis.

She received an associate’s degree in computer technology. Among her hobbies she enjoyed ’80’s music and arts and crafts. She was a very religious person.

She is survived by her children: Carrieann Osmer of Madisonville, Kentucky, Merrill Blair of Lyndonville, Nicholas Granai of Georgia, and BreAnn Libby of Kentucky; and by her grandchildren: Rayn Peppin, Dalan Larkins, and Rayven Bowen. She is also survived by her brother John Libbey and his two daughters.

She was predeceased by her father, Robert Bullis.

Funeral services were held on September 23 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with the Reverend Laurence Wall officiating.

Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Bickford C. Libby

Bickford C. Libby, 86, of Orleans, died on September 21, 2017, in Barton surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 28, 1931, in St. Johnsbury, to Clarence and Alice (Smith) Libby. On October 17, 1962, he married Audrey Rexford who predeceased him on October 15, 2012.

Mr. Libby was road commissioner for the town of Barton for many years, and also owned his own business. Although he wore many hats, there was one thing he always had time for and that was family. His strong desire and dedication in life gained the love and respect of many. He always tended to others before himself, making sure everyone was taken care of.

Among other things, he enjoyed spending time with his daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, watching them grow. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and baseball (he was a Boston Red Sox fan), reading, doing puzzles, and plowing snow. His family will cherish all of the memories from his love of telling stories, spending time at his family farm, and taking road trips.

He is survived by his children: Connie McCoy of Brownington, and Donna Driver and her husband, Bill, of North Troy; by his grandchildren: Melissa Schwarm and her husband, Scott, Randy Marckres and his wife, Amber, Timothy Marckres and his wife, Angel, Jennifer Driver, and Danielle Driver; and by seven great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at the family’s convenience at Pleasant View Cemetery in Orleans with the Reverend Glenn Saaman officiating.

Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Maple Lane Nursing Home Activities Fund, 60 Maple Lane, Barton, Vermont 05822. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.

Laurie Jean Parmenter

Laurie Jean Parmenter, 56, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on July 21, 2017, surrounded by family, after many years battling cancer.

She was born on December 23, 1960, in Burlington, to Donna Rae Parmenter. She was adopted by her grandparents at the age of five. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1978. Years later, she reconnected with her mother and four brothers in Arizona.

She worked in the newspaper business for several years and loved being with her family.

She is survived by her daughter Meghan Kathleen Parmenter; her brothers: Scott Rivard and his wife, Kim, and their families, Jeff Rivard, and Tim Rivard and his wife, Melissa, and their families.

She cherished her grandchildren: Kaylee, Hunter, Shawn, and Sophia. They were her pride and purpose for living on through seven years of cancer treatments.

Her dear friend Connie Krosschell became a lifeline and made herself available at all times to meet her needs.

Ms. Parmenter had an unwavering faith in God and His will for her life.

Others who survive her are: her aunt Nancy Parmenter-Allen and her husband, Charles; her cousins: Cathi Judd-Ste.Marie, and her husband, Peter, and their seven children and their families, David Judd and his daughter Emily; her aunt Jessie Percy-Parmenter; her cousins: Cindy Parmenter-Patenaude and her husband, Donald, and their families, Valerie Parmenter-Spooner and her husband, Jim, and their families, Michael Parmenter and his family, Barry Parmenter, and Danielle Paquin.

She was predeceased by her brother Stephen Rivard; her grandparents: Theodore Parmenter Sr., and Catherine Allen-Parmenter; her uncle, Theodore Parmenter Jr.; and her mother Donna Rae Parmenter.

A committal service will be held on Sunday, October 1, at 2 p.m., at the North Troy Cemetery on Cemetery Road in North Troy.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123.

Philip H. Sherlaw

Philip H. Sherlaw, 84, of Derby, died on September 16, 2017, in Derby.

He was born on March 9, 1933, in the town of Newport to Floyd and Ila (Sanborne) Sherlaw.

On April 29, 1961, he married Stella Twofoot, who predeceased him in 2001. Mr. Sherlaw has had many occupations in his life, including farming, running a sawmill, and logging.

He is probably best known as “the wood man” by many residents of the Northeast Kingdom. He spent a lot of years splitting up and delivering firewood to homes in this area. He also liked to spend time at the sugarhouse “overseeing” the sugaring operations with Doug and Fred.

He loved his family and always had a smile on his face whenever his grandchildren or great-grandchildren were near. He loved dogs and had many four-legged companions over the years.

Mr. Sherlaw is survived by his son Doug Sherlaw and his wife, Brenda, of Derby; his daughter Tracey Paul and her husband, Claude, also of Derby; and his stepchildren: Bonnie Little, and Steve and Larry Griggs. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Fred Sherlaw and his wife, Amy, Melinda Henderson and her husband, Jay, Kyla, Emilie, and Julia Paul, Rockie Griggs and his wife, Leesa, Jen Bowen, and her companion Buck Dube, Sarah Bidwell and her husband, Kyle, Travis Broe and his wife Crystal.

He has many great-grandchildren who he adored and who will miss their “Big Poppa.”

He was predeceased by two stepchildren: David Griggs and Joyce McCoy.

A graveside ceremony was held on September 25 at the Derby Cemetery with Pastor Paul Prince Jr. officiating.

Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Sherlaw’s memory to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.

Online condolences may be made at www.curtis-britch.com.