Lillian Conley
Lillian Louise (Perron) Conley, 80, died on December 1, 2024, at her home in Glover. She was born on November 2, 1944, in Albany. Whether she was called Lillian, Mom, Gram, Lilly, or Aunt Lilly — her family and friends knew her as a selfless person who took care of others. Her loved ones were all blessed to call her theirs.
Lillian loved to dance, cook, travel, garden, and quilt. Family was everything to her. Her grandchildren were blessed with many hours spent with her, she loved them dearly. She treasured her brothers, sisters, and church family. Caring for her husband, daughters, grandchildren, and extended family made her happy.
Lillian was a stay-at-home mother until her daughters entered school. She then began her career as a hot lunch cook for 28 years at the Barton Graded School. She took pride in serving homemade meals and making sure every child had a full belly. She enjoyed her co-workers and often shared stories of good times in the kitchen. Lillian was also a 4-H leader and mentored many children through 4-H for over 25 years.
She is survived by her husband, Royce Conley; her daughters: Hope Colburn and her husband, Mark, and Charity Turner and her husband, Amos; her grandchildren: Devin Colburn and his partner, Danielle Gratton, Lauren Baker and her husband, Nick, Grace Boudreau and her husband, Troy, and Ethan Turner and Bailey Turner. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Landon Baker, Lila and Royce Colburn, and Carter Boudreau; her siblings: Becky Simino, Cynthia Swett, Erward and Claire Perron, Gloria and Larry Conley, Edward and Donna Perron, Theresa and Larry Janowski, Noella and Donald Cotnoir, Mark Perron, Lenwood and Tami Perron, Georgette and Peter Knight, Regina Cole and her sister-in-law Linda Conley.
She was pre-deceased by her parents Roger and Blanche Perron, mother-in-law Clarabelle Conley and her partner, Durward Loomis, sister Joslyn Perron, infant brother Alfred Perron, brother-in-law Rodney Conley, and brother-in-law Raymond Conley.
Lillian also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and special friends who loved her dearly.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 6, at the Glover Community Church. At Lillian’s request, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Glover Community Church, Roland Woodard, P.O. Box 156, Glover, Vermont 05839. Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com.
George LeBlanc
George LeBlanc, 89, died on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at his Orleans home surrounded by family. George was born on September 20, 1935, in St. Barnabe, Quebec, to Ernest and Delia LeBlanc. On February 1, 1954, he married Anne Marie Raboin, who survives him. They were partners for 70 years.
George’s life was defined by his faith in God, his love for his family and his commitment to hard work. He was a dairy farmer for many years, first in Lowell and then in Barton. He retired from farming in 1985, the same year that he and Anne started Orleans Video in downtown Orleans. For the next 13 years, George was a constant presence at the store, so much so that some called it George’s Video. In 1998, George and Anne closed the video store, and he attempted retirement. They spent a few winters as snowbirds in Bushnell, Florida, and took a few other trips. Before long, though, George was looking to go back to work. It wasn’t the paycheck that motivated him as much as his desire to stay busy and get out in the community. He took a part-time job delivering auto parts for Bonds/O’Reilly, and he did so happily until he was 84. Even then, he hated to give up working, but his health issues forced his hand. George had unwavering faith and was a dedicated parishioner of St. Theresa’s Church in Orleans and a faithful supporter of St. Paul’s School. He was a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
George will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife, Anne, and his four daughters: Polly (Paul) Duquette, Linda (Cyril) LaPlume, Rita (Guy) LaPlume, and Amy (Mike) Turner. He also leaves behind a son Rene (Lori) LeBlanc and a daughter-in-law Sue LeBlanc. Survivors also include nine grandchildren: Jennifer Burkheimer, Crystal Alexander, Jonathan Duquette, Kathy Clark, Brian LaPlume, Dayna Desrochers, Kelly LeBlanc, Ally Turner, and Morgan Turner. George’s grandkids have graced the family with 15 great-grandchildren thus far, and there may well be more to come.
George also leaves siblings: Norman LeBlanc, Marielle Bonin, Herman LeBlanc, Colombe (John) Colvin, Gynette Manning, Michelle (Larry) Roy, and Andre (Sara) LeBlanc; and siblings-in-law: Rita LeBlanc, Fern Bonneau, Jeannine (Donat) Choquette, Gerard (Pauline) Raboin, Norman (Gerry) Raboin, Rita Raboin and Marie Raboin. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Richard “Ritchie” LeBlanc, grandson Eric LaPlume, and siblings Denise Blouin, Helene Sicotte, and Rejean LeBlanc.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the time of this publication. Please see www.awrichfuneralhomes.com for details. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in George’s memory to St. Paul’s Catholic School, 54 Eastern Avenue, Barton, Vermont 05822.
Christine Billis
Christine Billis, 57, of Barton, died on November 24, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, Charlie Billis, in 2009.
Born on March 11, 1967, her infectious laughter and joyful spirit brought happiness to all those around her. Though she faced many challenges in her life, Chrissy never lost her silly side, always finding ways to make others smile. She was always making friends and loved others with no hesitation.
Chrissy was a devoted Christian and grandmother, working on her personal growth to have good relationships. She lived in many places and fell in love with Vermont, where she always lent her support to each community she became a part of.
Chrissy will be deeply missed, but her legacy of kindness, love, and silliness will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. She will be remembered every time a cardinal is seen, and her laughter will echo with every bubble blown.
She leaves behind her adult children: Brandie Skorker, Corrina Skorker, and Carter Billis; and her grandchildren: Acadia Mason, Summer Mason, and Journey Mason. She also leaves behind both of her parents: Marilyn Skorker and Paul Gallant; and her siblings: Lisa Pizarro Perez, Brian Miller and Keith Skorker.
Chrissy’s memorial service will be on Tuesday, December 10, at 1 p.m. It will be hosted at Solid Rock Assembly of God, 132 Church Street, Barton, Vermont 05822. Guests are encouraged to bring a dish for a potluck which will take place after the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to her elderly parents’ medical expenses.
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