Warren Lawrence Austin
Warren Lawrence Austin, 92, of Orleans, died peacefully at home in the company of his family on February 19, 2017.
He was born on March 3, 1924, in Orleans, to Carolyn (Perry) and Arthur Orlo Austin, the youngest of six children.
He graduated from Orleans High School in 1942, served his country in Europe during World War II, earned his degree from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, and joined his father Arthur and brother Perry at the family’s drug store in Orleans.
Mr. Austin’s wedding in 1948 to Lois Iona Drew was the beginning of a 66-year-long marriage that produced three children: Richard, Lawrence, and Ann.
He served Orleans and the surrounding communities as a pharmacist at Austin’s Drug Store, which opened in 1905, alongside his father, his brother Perry, and eventually his daughter Ann, until his retirement in 2004. Active in professional organizations, he served as president of the Vermont Board of Pharmacy and received many awards during his long career.
In addition to the company of his family and friends, he enjoyed golf, bridge, spending time at his camp on Long Pond, and woodworking as well as travel. He and Mrs. Austin took numerous cruises through the years until a stroke in 2011 slowed him down a bit. He remained a “wicked” cribbage player and puzzle master, in addition to actively supporting the Red Sox, Bruins, and Celtics.
He is survived by his sister-in-law Marilyn Farr and her husband, Bob, of Florida; his sons: Richard Austin and his wife, Carol, of Delta Junction, Alaska, Lawrence Austin and his wife, Joanie, of Orleans; his daughter Ann Austin of Orleans; his grandchildren: Jenny, Kim, Bob, Chesley, Kathryn, Derek, and Jessica; and by eight great-grandchildren. He is survived also by his loving caregivers: Britt Blay, Jessica Buckley, Dolores Chamberlain, Barbara Farrand-Fecteau, Judy Rotunno, and Karen Bullis, who made it possible for him to remain at home, living life as fully as possible until the end.
He was predeceased by his parents; his wife Lois in 2015; his siblings: Perry, Fran, Robert, Stanley, and Sidney; and his grandchildren: Molly Raftery, Rachel Dunlap, and James Raftery.
A memorial service will be planned in the spring for friends and family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Orleans Ambulance Service, in care of Dot Collier, 1327 Dry Pond Road, Glover, Vermont 05839, or to the Orleans-Essex V.N.A. and Hospice, Inc., 46 Lakemont Road, Newport, Vermont 05855. Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Everett E. Camber
Everett E. Camber, 92, of Newport died on February 16, 2017, in Newport.
He was surrounded by the laughter and love of those he held closest to his heart. There is little doubt that he is grateful to be reunited with his sweetheart Adeline and his son Paul who died before him along with his great-nephew John.
He leaves behind his daughter-in-law Cheryl Sheaman; his grandson Eric and his wife, Karen; a granddaughter Kim and her husband, Jeremy; they and his great-grandchildren Ty and Tucker, and Ryley and Aydyn will remember his quick wit, infectious smile, playful nature, and fierce love. He is also survived by a great-niece Shirley Camber.
Those who knew Mr. Camber know he led a rich life from racing cars, delivering milk, having his own paper route and restaurant, to retiring which really meant driving cars for auctions. He was a generous man with the kindest heart known for sharing whatever he had with those in need. He loved meandering along a back road never worrying about the destination but rather enjoying the journey. Those who knew him also knew how straight forward and practical he was. It seems fitting we include his final words.
“I was born to John Anderson Camber and Bernice Moulton on November 1, 1924. That is All Saints Day. No wonder I was a little angel. I lived in Newport on the east side through graded school and one year of high school. My father retired from the railroad in 1938. The next year they bought a little farm on the Beebe Road and I did my three years in Derby Academy in 1942. At least I got my diploma. I worked with my dad doing carpentry work then went to Bray Wood Heel in Orleans until it burned. Then I worked for the Railway Express until after the war ended. I then worked for H.P. Hood and Sons until 1970, this included driving milk tankers straight and semi for Gaston Poulin and Paul Burkewitz.
I married Adeline Leona Scott, the daughter of John Scott and Ruby Flora Hyland Scott on September 15, 1951. This was the year Paul Ernest Sykes was born in Boston, Massachusetts. We adopted Paul in 1971.
In 1970, Mrs. Camber and I bought Dick’s Drive-In, in Derby, on the Derby Line Road. I sold it in February of 1980 after my wife died. After selling the diner I had a Burlington Free Press paper route through Island Pond. Before giving it up I went to work for the Mulkin Corporation, that lasted 22 years, until I finally retired in May of 2004.
A graveside service will he held in the spring at the Newport Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions in Mr. Camber’s memory may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres Road, Newport, Vermont 05855, or to the Newport Center Fire Department, P.O. Box 86, Newport Center, Vermont 05857. Online condolences may be shared at curtis-britch.com.
Randy B. Carpenter
Randy B. Carpenter, 56, of Derby, died on February 20, 2017, in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
He was born on December 18, 1960, in Newport, to Constance McDonald and Reginald Carpenter. Mr. Carpenter was a flagger for traffic control. He was a NASCAR racing fan, and enjoyed football and baseball. He loved spending time with his granddaughters, caring for his flower garden, and working in his workshop.
He is survived by his daughter Monica Carpenter and her husband, Kevin Pion; by his grandchildren: McKayla Carpenter and Taylor Pion; by his parents Constance and Reginald Carpenter; by his companion Linda Santaw; by his siblings: Richard Carpenter and his wife, Lucy, Jodi Tice and her companion, Doug Gray, and Sheila Carpenter her companion, Scott Gray. He is also survived by his nephews: Chad Byers and his wife, Shannon, Anthony Byers and his wife, Kristen, Seth Carpenter and his wife, Bethany; and by his niece Amanda Roy and her husband, Jason; and several aunts and uncles.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to Monica Carpenter, P.O. Box 403, Derby, Vermont 05829. Online condolences may be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Edward Earl Curtis
Edward Earl Curtis, 59, died on November 18, 2016, in Coxsackie, New York, after a brief illness.
He was born on April 25, 1957, in Newport, to Dallas and Betty (Percy) Curtis.
Mr. Curtis was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, snowmobile, and water ski.
He is survived by his parents, Dallas and Betty Curtis, of Pinson, Alabama, and formerly of Derby; by his two sons, Dylan and Dallas Curtis; his two sisters, Patricia Curtis of Connecticut, and Nancy Long and her husband, George Andrew, of Tinson, Alabama; his niece Heather Hunt; and by his nephew Justin Corkins.
A graveside service in the Derby Center Cemetery will be announced at a later time in the spring.
Online condolences may be made at www.curtis-britch.com.
Catherine Lucas Inman
Catherine Lucas Inman, 88, of Westmore, died peacefully on February 20, 2017, in Newport, surrounded by family.
Mrs. Inman was born on February 11, 1929, to George and Katherine Millet. After attending high school, Catherine went on to college in Boston, Massachusetts. She was devoted to the teaching field, as an educator in Island Pond, Newport Center, and Derby. She went on to become the executive secretary at North Country Union High School for nearly two decades. This was a huge part of her life as she loved being in the school environment and working with young children, often passing out candy to the unfortunate souls reporting to the principals office.
Mrs. Inman loved with her whole heart. She loved children, taking care of stray animals, and helping whomever she could. She enjoyed playing bridge, watching sports, traveling, camping, gardening, and the ocean. She enjoyed many years at her beloved Echo Lake home, listening to the loons, summer rainstorms, and enjoying the occasional cocktail.
She is survived by her spouse, Bobby Inman, of Westmore; her deceased husband, Paul Lucas, who died in 2011; her son Steve Lucas and his wife, Sherie, of West Charleston; her daughters Leslie Lucas of Barre, and Karen Crowe and her husband, Alan, of East Charleston. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
In place of flowers, please send donations to Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Shelter, 502 Strawberry Acres, Newport, Vermont 05855.
Services were held at Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport, on February 25, with the Reverend James Merriam officiating. A private burial service will be held in the spring for immediate family and friends at a time to be announced at a later date. Online condolences can be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Burton L. Lawson
Burton L. Lawson, 41, of Derby, died suddenly and unexpectedly at his home, on February 22, 2017.
He was born August 7, 1975, in Newport, to Larry and Cheryl (Austin) Lawson of Derby.
Mr. Lawson was an amazing, gentle, angel on Earth. He was well known for the smile on his face. He was known for his eclectic artwork. He never kept anything, but always gave it away. It gave him great joy to do so. He was talented beyond belief and his friends got to share in this. His generous heart was known to all.
One of his favorite things to make was the sun. It reflected his personality. He was also very talented at making old barn board furniture.
He was also an avid animal lover. His gentle soul bonded with any animal that crossed his path. In his younger days, he loved to spend time with his Grandpa Austin, his namesake. They both enjoyed the quiet and solitude of the woods. His greatest joy was spending time with people. He touched so many hearts. He will be missed by everyone. He was especially close to his cousin Beth Mary, who was always there for him. They had a special bond. He was especially close to his brother Preston.
He is also survived by his sisters: Angel Conrad and her husband, Robert, Amy Davis and her husband, Eric, of Derby, and Bridget Lawson of Brownington. Burt and Bridget were so close they called each other twins. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He was predeceased by his grandparents: Burton and Vivian Austin of West Charleston and Fred and Theresa Lawson of North Derby.
A service was held on March 1 at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home in Newport with William Favreau officiating. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Lawson family, 2876 Vermont Route 105, Derby, Vermont 05829.
Online condolences can be shared at www.curtis-britch.com.
Barbara Ann Monteith
Barbara “Barbie” Ann Monteith, 53, the eldest daughter of Susan Dagesse of Derby, died on January 26 after a courageous battle with liver disease, in Seguin, Texas.
She was born in Morrisville, on January 22, 1964. She was very adventurous and enjoyed traveling and meeting new people. She loved baking, the Green Bay Packers, the fresh air and warm sunshine. She had a beautiful smile that warmed the hearts of many.
She is survived by the love of her life, Mark Wilson, of Seguin, Texas; her daughters: Amber Robbins of Newport; Ashley Robbins of Ware, Massachusetts, and Alicia Girard and her boyfriend, Cameron Hernandez, of Seguin; her grandchildren: Gwendalyn Mills, Jeremiah and Liam Hernandez; her mother Susan Dagesse and her husband, Leo, of Derby; her father Gordon Monteith of Hardwick; her siblings: Gordon Monteith and his wife, Sandy, of Derby, Tammie Currier and her husband, Jonathan, of Jeffersonville, Christine Goodell of Coventry, Michael Monteith of Santa Monica, California, Misty Poitras and her husband, Jason, of Canada, Lisa Monteith and her boyfriend, Anthony Desanto, of Barton, and Gabrielle Monteith of Hardwick. She leaves behind many aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, who she loved very much. She will be missed by many.
She was predeceased by her grandmother Catherine Jackson; her niece Misty Laviolette; her nephew Roger Menard; her brother-in-law Roger Goodell; and by several other family members.
A celebration of her life will be held March 11 at 11 a.m. at the Morgan United Church in Morgan, followed by lunch.
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