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Bruce Bjornlund

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Francis C. Miller, Jr.

Francis C. Miller, Jr.

Jul 4, 2025

Montpelier, VT

Francis C Miller Jr, passed away on July 4th 2025 surrounded by family. He was born on July 12, 1937 in Mary Fletcher Hospital to Ruby D and Francis C Miller Sr of Waterbury VT. He attended Waterbury grade school and High School where he graduated in 1955. He attended Burlington Business School and the...

Jean Johnson

Jean Johnson

Jul 3, 2025

Moretown, VT

Jean Conrad Johnson of Moretown, Vt passed away peacefully at home with her husband by her side, Colman Johnson on July 3rd, 2025. Jean was born and raised in Moretown.

Jean was a graduate of St Michael's College 4-year art degree program in Colchester, Vt. After college and marrying the love of her...

Joseph Norman Alexander

Joseph Norman Alexander

Jul 2, 2025

Joseph Norman Alexander

Cabot, VT

Joseph N. Alexander, 76, passed away at his home on July 2, 2025. The son of Warren and Pearl Alexander, of Cabot, Vermont, born December 18, 1948. Joe was predeceased by his wife, Patrice (Warner) Alexander. He is survived by his daughter, Heather Alexander Johnson, and his stepson, David Issac....

Brenda N. Bandy

Brenda N. Bandy

Jun 25, 2025

Northfield, VT

Brenda Johnston Naatz Bandy passed gracefully on Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, surrounded by love, laughter, and music. Born on November 4th, 1939, in St. Johnsbury to Doris and Charles Naatz, she was an excellent daughter, sister, and occasional farmhand on their family dairy farm.  Among Brenda's many gifts was the ability to make life feel...

Milan T. Dion

Milan T. Dion

Jun 25, 2025

Milan T. Dion

Cabot, VT

Milan T. Dion, born on April 30th, 1962, passed away on June 25th, 2025, after battling cancer. He is predeceased by his father, Guy Dion. He is survived by his mother, Jean Farrer;  his brother, Mark Dion; his sisters, Marcy Hall, Marlene Doyon, and Michelle Hayes; his son, Jamison Dion;...

Harris  C. Webster

Harris C. Webster

Jun 18, 2025

Harris Webster, who died Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, at his assisted living home in Berlin, Vermont, wrote the following obituary for himself.

I was born in 1934, the first son of Max and Mary (Small) Webster. Dad was serving as a minister in Broadus, Montana. Mom had been a nurse before becoming a minister's wife. I was...

Ennis Gidney

Ennis Gidney

Jun 16, 2025

Montpelier, VT

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ennis John Gidney, who left us

peacefully, surrounded by his family on June 16, 2025, at the age of 87. Ennis was born on

February 5, 1938, in Montpelier, VT, and spent his life dedicated to his family and...

Ellen Brigham

Ellen Brigham

Jun 7, 2025

Dorothy Ellen Shea Brigham

Ellen Brigham died peacefully 6/7/2025 in Shelburne, VT. Born Dorothy Ellen Shea on 3/20/1933 to Dorothy and Harold Shea in Montpelier, VT. She went by "Ellen" and was the fourth of five children and grew up on Winter Street. She graduated from St Michael's High School and attended Lasell College in Massachusetts.

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Jean Clarke Olson

Jean Clarke Olson

Jun 6, 2025

Jean Clarke Olson

Montpelier, VT

Jean Olson, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away from advanced ovarian cancer on June 6, 2025, three years after diagnosis. She felt fortunate to pass at home with her loving family and close friends by her side.

Born in 1948 to Marguerite and John Remington, Jean grew...

Keith Allen Bowen

Keith Allen Bowen

Jun 3, 2025

Keith Allen Bowen

Barre, VT

Keith Allen Bowen of Barre, VT, passed away at his home on June 3, 2025. He met his beloved dogs Queenie and Kizzy in heaven, whom he missed so very much.

Keith was born on March 18, 1951, in Barre, VT, to his loving parents, Myron A. Bowen...

Travis Leno

Travis Leno

May 31, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Travis Leno, who departed this world on May 31, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on October 12, 1967, in Berlin, Vermont, Travis was a dedicated husband, father, brother, and friend, whose impact will be profoundly felt by all who knew him.

Travis served his...

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