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Rebecca  Lee Allard

Rebecca Lee Allard

Nov 24, 2024

Rebecca Lee Allard

Berlin, VT

Rebecca Lee Allard, 75, of Berlin, VT passed away unexpectedly at her home with her devoted husband Larry by her side.

Rebecca was born on February 13, 1949, in Morrisville, VT to her parents Leland Chaffee and Beatrix Jones Chaffee. Rebecca attended schools in Essex Junction VT and...

John Ziske

John Ziske

Nov 20, 2024

Montpelier, VT

John Ziske was born Easter Sunday on April 18, 1937 the son of Simeon and Minna (Klingel) Ziske. John married Ruth (Deininger) on September 1, 1957 with Bishop William Fendt officiating. This year they celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary.

John was a member of the New Apostolic Church having been baptized, along with...

James "Jimmy" Otis

James "Jimmy" Otis

Nov 12, 2024

James Alan Otis – Jimmy

Orange, VT

James Alan Otis "Jimmy", 60, of Orange, VT passed away peacefully at his home with his loving wife Tina by his side.

Jimmy was born on January 28, 1964, in Barre, VT to his parents Fernand Otis and Dorothy Bohannon Otis. After graduating from Spaulding High...

Lydia Annette Brignoli Lewis

Lydia Annette Brignoli Lewis

Nov 10, 2024

Lydia Annette Brignoli Lewis passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024 at age 95 with her family at her side. She was born on June 24, 1929, the daughter of Enrico and Nerina (Bianchi) Brignoli. She lived her entire life in Montpelier on Barre Street and Sibley Avenue. She attended Montpelier schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in...

James "Jamie" D. Brook

James "Jamie" D. Brook

Nov 6, 2024

Worcester, VT

With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of James "Jamie" Duncan Brooks, beloved husband, father, son, grandfather, and cherished member of the community.

Jamie was Born on February 6, 1953 at Heaton hospital in Montpelier, VT to George and Jean Brooks. He is predeceased by both parents and his sister...

Richard "Dick" David Temple

Richard "Dick" David Temple

Oct 28, 2024

Paid obituary with picture

Times Argus

Worcester, VT

Richard "Dick" David Temple, 80, of Worcester, VT passed away on October 28, 2024 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Dick spent his last moments surrounded by family.

Dick was born on November 14, 1943 in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts to Dr. John...

Barbara  Kelley Nelson

Barbara Kelley Nelson

Oct 27, 2024

Worcester, VT

Surrounded by family and friends, Barbara Kelley Nelson moved on from this world on October 27, 2024.

Barbara was born on October 23, 1922, in Leominster, MA, to the late E. Harmon and Shirley Whitney Kelly. She was married in April of 1940 to Edward Nelson.

From age two, she spent...

Dana  Benjamin Smith Jr.

Dana Benjamin Smith Jr.

Oct 26, 2024

Dana Benjamin Smith Jr., 27, of Groton, VT, tragically passed away on October 26, 2024.

He was born in Burlington, Vermont, on March 10, 1997, to Pamela Smith and Dana B. Smith Sr.

Dana graduated from Spaulding High School in 2015. He was known for his vibrant personality and infectious laughter, impacting all who knew...

Georgianne Sylvester Abbiati

Georgianne Sylvester Abbiati

Oct 24, 2024

Berlin, VT

Georgianne Sylvester Abbiati, known affectionately as Georgie, passed away on October 24, 2024, in Burlington, Vermont. Born on March 1, 1936, Georgie lived a vibrant life marked by her entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to family, keen sense of humor, her dedication to her community, and her unwavering care for others.

Georgie attended Yokohama High...

Hayden Sullivan Durkee

Hayden Sullivan Durkee

Oct 20, 2024

Montpelier - Hayden Sullivan Durkee passed from this world in the early evening hours of Sunday, October 20, on the eve of his 33rd birthday.

Self-educated, Hayden immersed himself in the study of philosophy, history, literature, the arts and world religions.

Hayden was both a serious scholar and an avid fan of science fiction. He...

Franklin Paul Shiner

Franklin Paul Shiner

Oct 15, 2024

Franklin Paul Shiner

Franklin Paul Shiner, 79, of Montpelier, VT passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Woodridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Franklin was born in Burlington, VT on April 16, 1945, to parents Edward Shiner and Dorothy (Fiske) Shiner. Following his graduation from the New York Institute for the Education of the...

Joseph Jay

Joseph Jay

Oct 8, 2024

Montpelier, VT

Joseph Jay, formerly of Berlin Street and most recently of Barre Gardens, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, after a short period of declining health.

He was born on December 4, 1933, the son of Harry and Hazel (Start) Jay in Morrisville, VT

He attended Public Schools in Northfield and...

Larry White  Benedini

Larry White Benedini

Oct 1, 2024

Barre Town, Vermont

It is with great sadness that we announce Larry White Benedini, 82 years old of Barre Town passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born March 26, 1942 in Montpelier, the son of Ethel and Peter Benedini, Sr. He lived a wonderful life, and he had great satisfaction...

Linda  A.  Kilburn

Linda A. Kilburn

Sep 30, 2024

Linda A. Kilburn, age 72, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at Mayo Nursing Home in Northfield, VT. She was born on May 27, 1952, in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of Walter and Jean (Cox) Potrzeba. She was a graduate of Montpelier High School before going on to study at UVM in VT.

On...

Roxanna Quero

Roxanna Quero

Sep 25, 2024

Montpelier, VT

Roxanna Quero, 87, of River Street in Montpelier died on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Barre Gardens. Roxy was born on October 5, 1936 in Montour Falls, NY, the only child of Andrew and Lucille (Evans) Tweedie. Roxy's dad was a professional engineer and magician, she worked on stage with him and was his best...

Michael Coffin

Michael Coffin

Sep 18, 2024

North Hyde Park, VT

Michael Wayne Coffin, 66, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 18, 2024.

Michael was born on November 5, 1957 in Montpelier, VT to Robert and Ramona (Coffin) Johnston. Michael graduated from Union 32 High School.

Michael held a number of public service positions, and recently worked as...

Curt Mccormack

Curt Mccormack

Sep 16, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Curt McCormack on September 16, at the age of 72. He was born in Little Neck, New York and lived most of his life in Vermont. He lived with purpose, integrity, and intention. He was a loyal friend, a persuasive advocate, and a courageous change-maker. He was open...

John "Jack" Joseph Mcdonald

John "Jack" Joseph Mcdonald

Sep 15, 2024

John "Jack" McDonald-

Jack is dead. That's what he told us he wanted as his obituary--always no nonsense, our father--but there are a number of parts he left out, albeit too many to list.

Jack grew up in Williamsport, PA and LaCrosse, WI. He graduated from Harvard University and then earned his Phd at Princeton...

Christina Audy

Christina Audy

Sep 15, 2024

Moretown, VT

On Sunday September 15th, Christina Belle Langlois Davy Audy, loving wife, mother, grandmother, cook, baker, gardener, avid hunter and lover of the outdoors, passed away at the age of 87.

Christine was born on July 28th 1937 to Vincent and Ileen Langlois of Montpelier, Vermont. Christine grew into an amazing young woman who...

Cynthia  "Cyndi" Plant-Hull

Cynthia "Cyndi" Plant-Hull

Sep 15, 2024

Cynthia J. Plant-Hull

Montpelier, VT

Cynthia "Cyndi" Plant-Hull originally of East Montpelier, VT passed away unexpectedly at her home in Montpelier on Saturday, September 15, 2024.

Cyndi was born on February 19, 1958, at Heaton Hospital in Montpelier, VT to Kenneth Hull Sr. and Beverly Hull. Beverly predeceased Cyndi in April of 2013....

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