Mary E. Bonneau
Mary E. Bonneau, 90, a longtime resident of Lowell, died peacefully on April 14, 2017, at Forest Hill Residential Care in Hyde Park.
She was born November 25, 1926, in Lowell, the daughter of Henry and Bessie Weed Murphy. She married Gerard Bonneau on July 10, 1944, in Lowell. He predeceased her in 1993.
She enjoyed playing cards and working crossword puzzles. Most of all she enjoyed gatherings with her family and friends and she especially loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her children: Sharon Fowler and her husband, Jack, of Morrisville, Terry Bonneau of Inverness, Florida, Steve Bonneau and his wife, Nanette, of Lowell, and Diane Ostrout and her husband, Tom, of Inverness; grandchildren: Michael Fowler, Karen Coburn, Douglas Bonneau, Amy LaDeau, Brian Bonneau, Todd Ostrout, and Tina May; by several great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; her siblings: Julia Guillette of West Charleston, William Murphy and his wife, Helen, of Hyde Park, and Linda Hill and her husband, Gib, of Lowell.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sons Roger Bonneau and John Bonneau, and an infant son, Michael; and her siblings Henry, Arthur, Bernard, and Ralph Murphy.
Services will be held in late May with service information to be announced at a later date. Interment will be in the St. Ignatius Cemetery in Lowell.
Online condolences may be made by visiting faithfh.net.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Bonneau’s memory may be made to Lamoille Home Health and Hospice, 54 Farr Avenue, Morrisville, Vermont 05661.
Agnes Helen Brewer
Agnes Helen Brewer, 85, of Newport, beloved wife of Elwin Brewer, died on April 12, 2017, in Newport.
She was born on September 23, 1931, in Newport. She was the daughter of the late Aime and Josephine (L’Herault) Fugere.
She attended Sacred Heart School and graduated in 1951. On February 23, 1953, she married Elwin Brewer of Derby, who survives her.
Mrs. Brewer worked for many years for C.H. Willard Plumbing and Heating on East Main Street in Newport, and later at Yankee Farm Credit in White River Junction for over 16 years.
She loved spending time at the family camp on Lake Seymour, which they later rebuilt into a four-season home in preparation for retirement. She also enjoyed going to Myrtle Beach in the winter with Mr. Brewer.
She was a very spiritual person and a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newport. In later years the couple enjoyed traveling with their daughter and son-in-law Ginger and Herb in their RV, also making trips to various casinos in the Northeast, and taking bus trips with the Community Circle group. She greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Elwin; and their children: Jeanne “Ginger” Conly and her husband, Herbert, of South Dakota, and James Brewer and his wife, Deborah, of Newport Center; her grandchildren: James Brewer Jr., and his wife, Nicole, Kathryn P. Garneau and her husband, Ryan, Dr. Matthew Brewer, Collin M. Brewer, Colleen A. Brewer and her companion, Jesse Fitzgerald, and Jennet Tempone and her husband, Frank. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Benjamin, Levi, and Alexis Brewer, Cameron and Nathan Garneau, and Jack, David, and Ben Tempone.
She was predeceased by her parents; her four brothers; and by her five sisters.
A Mass will be celebrated at a later date, to be announced. Interment will take place at the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elks Lodge #2155, P.O. Box 888, Newport, Vermont 05855.
Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Theodore Kambour III
Theodore “Ted” Kambour III, 57, of Lyndonville, died suddenly on April 13, 2017, in Kirby.
Mr. Kambour was born on June 1, 1959, in St. Johnsbury, to Theodore II and Margaret (Beattie) Kambour. He attended Barton Graded School and Lake Region Union High School, graduating in 1977. During his senior year he received the DAR Good Citizens Award, which recognize individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes and schools. A year after graduation Mr. Kambour joined the Army. He did his basic training at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri but spent the majority of his service at the Presidio in San Francisco. He finished his service at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, with an honorable discharge and returned to Vermont in 1982.
On October 12, 1985, he married Sandy Butkovich. After living in West Burke for 19 years they moved to Lyndonville in 2004 to their dream home. Mr. Kambour loved working the land on his property. Taking the chainsaw out on a sunny day and clearing out downed trees made him feel productive and happy.
He was a skilled wood worker. He worked at Lyndon Furniture for 21 years and then at Classic Designs by Matthew Burak, which is where he was working at the time of his death. He made several pieces of beautiful furniture for his home.
He was a sports enthusiast and loved watching the New York Giants and Red Sox play, especially when they were winning. He had a long-standing bet with his friend, Will, whenever the Giants played the Cowboys. When Mr. Kambour won the bet, nothing made him happier than to come home to a 12-pack of his favorite beer sitting on the front steps. In high school, he excelled in track and soccer. He later joined a local summer soccer league. During his son’s youth, he volunteered coaching a youth baseball and soccer team in Lyndonville.
Mr. Kambour loved the many cats and dogs that have been a part of his life over the years. His most favored times were spent walking the dogs on the trails he cleared on his property. If not walking the dogs he was playing with the cats. Because of his love for animals, he donated time helping Kingdom Animal Shelter with various projects.
He enjoyed snowshoeing, especially the annual trek up Bald Mountain held the first Saturday after the Super Bowl. He and his friend Aldie started the climb in 1998. One climb it was 42 degrees below zero when they started. They were not deterred. Many adventures have been had during these climbs but what happened on the mountain, stayed on the mountain.
Mr. Kambour’s life changed in 2012 when his grandson was born, and then again in 2013, with the birth of his granddaughter. Nothing made him happier than being a “Papa.” His grandchildren adored him.
Wherever Mr. Kambour went he made a friend. He was one of those good guys who people wanted to hang out with and get to know. He was always ready for a good conversation and some laughs. And with Mr. Kambour, there was always laughter. Suicide makes no sense to the ones left behind. His family and friends are devastated.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Sandy Butkovich, of Lyndonville; a son, Cory Kambour, of Newport; three brothers: Peter Kambour of Massachusetts, and James and Thomas Kambour, both of Barton; two grandchildren: Ethaniel and Lexi Kambour; his mother-in-law, Lorraine Butkovich, of Barton; brothers-in-law: Louis Butkovich of Barton, Steve Butkovich and his partner, Crystal Goodwin, of Craftsbury and Stanstead, Quebec; his nieces and nephews: Hesper, Emily, and Alissa Butkovich, Nickolas Kambour, Gabe and Creed Warner, and Alex Butkovich.
He was predeceased by his father in 2005 and his mother in 2012.
A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, April 19, at 2 p.m. at Guibord’s Funeral Home, followed by time to visit with the family until 4 p.m. Please come ready to share stories of Mr. Kambour with friends and family. After the service, there will be a gathering of friends and family at the couple’s home in Lyndonville. All are invited. The Guibord Funeral Home is located at 15 Main Street in Lyndonville.
Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Kambour’s name to Kingdom Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 462, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.guibordfh.com.
Marita B. Lalime
Marita B. Lalime, 97, of Derby Line, died peacefully on April 14, 2017, at the Newport Health Care Center.
She was born on February 18, 1920, in Newport, the daughter of Lewis and Cilia (Moeykens) Before.
After raising her children, she was employed by the Community National Bank, where she served devotedly for 23 years before retiring in 1984. In retirement she enjoyed her travels to places such as Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean. She loved her garden, and also took pleasure, as she would put it, “in a good game of bridge” with her friends.
She is survived by her children: Paula Lalime, Mary McFarlane and her husband, Ernie, and Mark Lalime and his wife, Jo-Anne; and by her daughter-in-law Rosemary Lalime. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Karen Francoeur and her husband, David, Jean Perry and her husband, Tom, Heather Zupan, Duncan McFarlane and his wife, Jennifer, Cedar Wang and her husband, Peter, Crystal Lalime Orrico and her husband, Phillippe, Kasey Drayton and her husband, Adam; by 13 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; and her brother Wayne Before and his wife, Peggy.
She was predeceased by her husband, Paul; her son, David; and her brother, Maurice Before.
She will always be remembered for her love of life and laughter. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 20, at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport. A Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., on Thursday, April 20, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Derby Line. Interment will follow in St. Edward’s Cemetery in Derby Line. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.
Cynthia J. More-McCormick
Cynthia J. More-McCormick, 58, of Newport, and beloved wife of Eugene McCormick, died unexpectedly on April 13, 2017, at her home.
She was born on August 19, 1958, in Plainfield, New Jersey. She was the daughter of Charles More and Joan Seguine LeVine.
She married Eugene McCormick on Aug 10, 2012, and worked as the director of foreign rights for Sound True Publishing Company. She was the co-founder with her husband, Gene, of the Newport Vermont Jazz Festival, and former director of the Newport Renaissance Corporation. She taught skiing at the Killington and the Jay Peak Resorts, loved to play tennis, enjoyed bike riding, and yachting.
Besides her husband she is also survived by her father, Charles More and his wife, Penni, of Westport, Connecticut; her mother Joan LeVine and her husband, Newton, of Milford, New Jersey; her children: Lieutenant Colonel Raheem McCormick and his wife, Marshai, of Washington, D.C., Major Malikah Morgan and her husband, Jason, Paul McCormick and his wife, Eva, of Jacksonville, Florida, Ernest Eugene McCormick and his wife of Syracuse, New York; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her siblings: Chris More and his wife, Lisa, of Wilmington, Delaware, Charles More of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Mishegan More of New Jersey.
A funeral service will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Suicide Prevention Walk at www.afsp.donordrive.com.
Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Viola Mae (Young) Reil
Viola Mae (Young) Reil, 91, of Craftsbury died on April 7, 2017, at her home on the Creek Road.
She was born on December 24, 1925, in Craftsbury. She was the daughter of Fred and Josephine (Mason) Young.
She attended, and graduated from, Craftsbury Academy.
In March of 1947, she married Raymond Reil, who predeceased her.
She taught adult basic education for many years, and in her spare time she loved to paint pictures. She enjoyed art very much.
She is survived by her children: Albert “Pete” Reil and his wife, Monique, Eleanor “Suzie” Courchaine, Robert Reil and his wife, Tina, Patrick E. Reil and his wife, Terry; by 14 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Besides her husband, she was also predeceased by her son Patrick T. Reil; and her daughter Rae Ann (Reil) Loura.
A private graveside service will be held for the family on Wednesday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at the Wild Branch Cemetery in Craftsbury.
Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Carolyn Anderson Rowell
Carolyn Anderson Rowell, 82, of Albany, died on April 11, 2017, in Morrisville.
She was born on July 23, 1934, in Morrisville to the late Walter and Leona (Morey) Anderson.
She graduated valedictorian from Craftsbury Academy and went on to graduate from the University of Vermont. She taught at the North Troy High School in the 1950s and was a kindergarten teacher at the Albany school for several years. She left teaching in order to help run the family dairy farm. She was the happiest when she was working with the calves and planting flowers in her gardens.
On August 24, 1958, she married Phillip Rowell who predeceased her in January of 2013.
She is survived by her two sons, Jonathan “Tim” Rowell and his wife, Carol, and Joshua Rowell; and by two granddaughters: Gratia and Alora Rowell.
In addition to her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by her siblings: Elaine Anderson, Robert Anderson, Jan Anderson, Helen Anderson Bissell, and Esther Anderson Sweatt.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in the spring.
Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
John Earl Sanville
John Earl Sanville, 67, of Coventry, died suddenly on April 4, 2017, in Newport.
He was born on March 17, 1950, in Newport. He was the son of the late Adam and Dorothy (Mason) Sanville.
On September 11, 1976, he married Carol Essaff, who survives him.
He worked at Ethan Allen in Orleans for over 24 years.
Mr. Sanville enjoyed woodworking, photography, hunting, fishing, his computer, and his dog Missy, and especially loved all his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Sanville; his son Adam J. Sanville and his fiancé, Ashley Potwin; his grandchildren: Stormie, Taiya, and Julian Sanville; his sister Bonnie Sicard and her companion, Mike Wellboff; his nieces: Anita Lepine and Jennifer Sanville; his nephews: Clinton Mihill, and Joshua and Jeremy Sanville and all their families; and also by his wife’s side of the family.
The family also thanks his cousins Israel Sanville Sr. and Israel Sanville Jr., who survive him.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by his younger brother Tim A. Sanville; and his first daughter Ann Sanville, both of whom are interred next to the plot where he will be buried.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 27, at 2 p.m., at the Newport Center Cemetery in Newport Center. Following the service, there will be a potluck celebration of life at the Coventry Community Center. All are welcome.
Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Donald M. Wheatley
Donald M. Wheatley, 95, of Newport, formerly of Glover, died on April 7, 2017, at Bel-Aire Center in Newport.
He was born on February 26, 1922, in Rutland, to Ernest and Mary (Markolf) Wheatley, and grew up in Chester Depot. His wife, the former Carol Clark of Glover, predeceased him on May 25, 2012.
During his first semester of college at Northeastern University, war was declared and he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Force. He served as a radio and high-speed code operator, mostly in North Africa, where his outfit worked with the British Armed Forces to drive the Germans out of that region. He was later stationed in Italy. He had many stories he loved to tell, some of which have been recorded recently in local publications. Proud of his military service, he actively participated in American Legion Post #76 for more than 30 years, before moving to Bel-Aire Center in 2012.
As a civilian, Mr. Wheatley worked for several radio stations in Vermont including WJOY in Burlington. While living in Burlington, he was set up on a blind date with University of Vermont student Carol Clark, whom he married in Glover on July 11, 1948. They moved briefly to St. Johnsbury with their young family before taking a leap of faith and moving to the Washington, D.C. area where he continued his career, working as a technical engineer for the Voice of America. His wife obtained her master’s degree at George Washington University and spent her career teaching in Arlington County Public Schools. They worked, raised their children, and were ordained deacons in the Greenbrier Baptist Church.
Retiring in 1984, they returned to Glover. They were members of the Glover Community Church, the 251 Club, and the American Legion. Mr. Wheatley served a term as justice of the peace in Glover and thoroughly enjoyed the responsibility of marrying couples. They enjoyed village life yearround and never saw any reason to head south for the winter. He was an avid vegetable gardener, known for his pepper relish. They traveled extensively during retirement, enjoying Windjammer cruises, trips abroad and, of course, they traveled to visit children and grandchildren. He was delighted to have visited all 251 towns in Vermont, all 50 states, and 27 foreign countries.
Mr. Wheatley was a ham radio operator throughout his life and used that technology to keep in contact with family and friends, and to meet people from all over the world. As time progressed and his ham radio contacts passed away, he was intrigued to learn how to use the computer. He was the first person who moved to Bel-Aire with an iPad, which he then used to listen to music, read his Bible and several daily newspapers, and keep in touch with family and friends.
He is survived by his children: Kathleen Wheatley and her husband, Steven McHenry, of San Diego, California, and Clark Wheatley of Miami, Florida; by his grandchildren: Sarah, Hansen and Loretta Traut, Hillary, Caitlin, Davis, Cameron, Margaret, and Jenna Wheatley; and by his great-grandchildren: Ariel, Hannah, and Addie Hansen, and Jack McKesson. He is also survived by his sister, Harriet Wheatley Riggs, of Richmond; by many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and by his special friend Evelyn Jenne of Newport.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 19, at 2 p.m., at the Westlook Cemetery in Glover, with the Reverend Evelyn Coupe officiating. Full military honors will be held. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Glover Historical Society, P.O. Box 208, Glover, Vermont 05839, or to the Glover Community Church, in care of Roland Woodard, P.O. Box 198, Glover, Vermont 05839. Online condolences can be shared at curtis-britch.com.
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