Montpelier, VT Arthur Joseph Rochefort, 75, passed away after a long illness on August 29, 2011 at the Woodridge Nursing Home with his wife at his side. Born in Barre on March 20, 1936, he was the son of Louis and Mary (Bilodeau) Rochefort. He attended schools in Graniteville and Spaulding High School. He joined the U.S. Army and served in Germany from 1956 to 1958. Upon returning, he worked for over 40 years for the Rock of Ages Manufacturing Plant, from which he retired in 1998. He was a life member of the Canadian Club and the Barre Lodge of Elks 1535. Arthur is survived by his loving wife, Sara Gingras-Rochefort; one son, Michael and his wife Sara of Panama City, FL; and three stepchildren: Cynthia Shipman from Bristol, CT; Michael Gingras from Burlington; and Margo Penniman and her husband Kingman Penniman from West Berlin, VT. He also leaves two brothers: Robert Rochefort and his wife Sheila of Montpelier; and Richard Rochefort and his wife Pidy from Lancaster , NH. He was predeceased by his parents and one brother, Lionel Rochefort. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com