Gertrude Jean Mcardle
Oct 6, 2025
Montpelier, VT
In Loving Memory of Trudy McArdle
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gertrude "Trudy" McArdle (Hammond), a beloved mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend, who left us on October 6, 2025, just a couple of weeks shy of her 90th birthday. Born in Chicago, IL, on October 21, 1935,...
Wayne Calvin Hersey
Oct 5, 2025
Wayne Calvin Hersey, native Vermonter and lifetime resident of Montpelier, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on December 22, 1936, in Montpelier, the son of the late Clifton Hersey and Loretta Compo Hersey. Wayne was a graduate of Montpelier High School, class of 1954. He went on to receive his associate's...
Lynne Lavon Walther
Sep 19, 2025
Middlesex, VT
Lynne Lavon Walther passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing facility in Berlin, Vermont. Her spirit left her body on a stunning autumn afternoon, and her departure was attuned with the changing of the seasons, the migration of geese overhead, and the bright, luminous sunlight that shone on colorful falling...
Ronald Dion, Sr.
Sep 11, 2025
Berlin, VT
Ronald Dion, 84, passed away on September 11, 2025 at the Berlin Health and Rehab Center. A lifelong resident of Berlin, VT, Ron was a dedicated family man, husband, father, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.
Born on April 2, 1941, the son of Adrien and Camilia (Chaloux) Dion. He graduated...
Carleen Pembroke Van Siclen
Sep 11, 2025
Carleen Pembroke Van Siclen, a beloved wife, mother, "Mamere," sister, aunt, friend, teacher, and devoted medical laboratory scientist, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS. She was 62 years old.
Carleen's life was one of strength, commitment, faith, and lasting impact. Her legacy lives on not only in her family but...
Philip Alan Peatman
Sep 6, 2025
Philip Alan Peatman, 77 of Middlesex, passed away on September 6, 2025, at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, VT.
Phil was born on March 3, 1948, to the late George and Leona (Barkyoumb) Peatman in Burlington, Vermont. He graduated from Montpelier High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was...
George E. Graves, Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
Montpelier, VT
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of George "Porgie" E. Graves Jr. on August 31, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on December 10, 1958, in Montpelier, Vermont, George, affectionately known as "Porgie," was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend whose warm spirit touched all who knew him.
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Rita Mcinerney
Aug 25, 2025
Montpelier, VT
Rita McInerney, long time resident of Montpelier, VT passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025 in Virginia Beach, VA at the home of her brother, George Morissette after years of declining health.
Rita was born in Montpelier, VT on May 8, 1927, the daughter of Donat and Josephine (Fontaine) Morissette. After graduating from...
Sandy Francis Conti
Aug 23, 2025
East Montpelier, VT
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandy Francis Conti on August 23, 2025, at the age of 65 at home after a gallant fight with glioblastoma. Sandy was born on March 15, 1960, in Barre, VT, to Nicholas and Florence Conti and spent his life in the Central Vermont...
Raymond Michael Sunde
Aug 19, 2025
Montpelier, VT
Raymond Michael Sunde of Montpelier, VT, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Berlin, VT, with his loving family by his side.
Raymond was born on February 1, 1930, in Shelton, CT, to his parents John Niedziela and Victoria Niedziela.
Raymond was baptized at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Derby, CT....
Cindy S. Carlson
Aug 16, 2025
Cindy S. Carlson
Middlesex, VT
Cindy S. Carlson of Middlesex, VT, passed away at home on August 16, 2025, with loved ones at her side.
Cindy was born August 12, 1958, in Buffalo, NY, to her parents, Joseph D'Anna and Connie (Gibbs) D'Anna.
Cindy had many interests and hobbies, notably her...
Bruce Bjornlund
Aug 15, 2025
East Montpelier, VT
Mr. William Bruce Bjornlund passed away peacefully at his home in East Montpelier, Vermont on Friday, August 15, 2025. He was 83. Bruce enjoyed a fulfilling 54-year career practicing law, the last 48 years of which he spent in private practice in Waterbury, Vermont.
Bruce was the son of Oke and Shirley...
David Paul Hedding
Aug 12, 2025
Barre, VT
David Paul Hedding, 77, of Barre, Vermont, passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2025. Born on September 21, 1947, in Barre, Vermont, David lived a life full of memories and the love of his family.
A proud veteran, David served in the Army from 1964 to 1967, achieving the rank of Specialist 5...
Richard Irving Phillips
Aug 7, 2025
Marshfield, VT
Richard Irving Phillips died peacefully on August 7, 2025, at home in Marshfield, VT, surrounded by his loving family. Rich was born on August 6, 1944, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, the youngest of 4 children born to Roger and Ruth (Franz) Phillips. He will be remembered for his perseverance and strong work ethic, his deep...
Linda Lyon Hunter
Jul 30, 2025
Montpelier, VT
Linda Lyon Hunter, a devoted wife, mother, and educator passed away at the age of 78 in her home in Montpelier, Vermont, on July 30, 2025.
Born in 1947 to Rudolph and Ilda Lyon in Albany, New York, Linda spent her formative years in Nassau, New York, living with her parents on one...
Kay Louise Edson
Jul 28, 2025
Kay Louise Edson
Montpelier, VT
Kay Edson of Montpelier, VT, and most recently of Chestnut Place in Berlin, VT, passed away on July 28, 2025, in Burlington, VT.
Kay was born on April 9, 1946, to her parents, Robert R. Edson and Evelyn Stowell Edson, in Montpelier, VT.
Kay graduated from...
Karen Cuthbert
Jul 26, 2025
Duxbury, VT
Karen Cuthbert, 82, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 26, 2025, in Moretown, Vermont.
Born on November 19, 1942, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Karen spent her early years there before her family relocated to Ottawa. There she attended the prestigious Lisgar Collegiate Institute, laying the foundation for a life marked by adventure,...
Christopher A. Baker
Jul 21, 2025
Middlesex, VT
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Baker, age 59, who died peacefully at McClure Miller Respite House on July 21, 2025, after a long, courageous battle with glioblastoma.
Chris was born in Burlington, VT, to Anna (Bradley) Baker and Ronald F Baker, Sr He grew up in...
Robert F. Elbe
Jul 10, 2025
Berlin, VT
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert F. Elbe, age 79, who departed this life on July 10, 2025, in Berlin, Vermont. Born on August 23, 1945, in Worcester, MA.
Robert was a motorcycle mechanic, sharing his expertise with his father-in-law at Barteau's for many years. Beyond his professional life, he...
Josephine Loretta Shumway
Jul 5, 2025
WATERBURY
Josie (aka "Gram') passed away peacefully at Barre Gardens Nursing Home early Saturday morning after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Josie was born the first of ten children to Arthur F. Godfrey, Jr. and Clara (Walden) Godfrey of West Fairlee. She is survived by two daughters: Sally Jones of Northfield and Brenda Covey...
