He was a loving son, brother, father, and grandfather. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Anair, her children: Michel Pryer & wife, Kayla, Michelle Russell & partner, Joseph Dumas, stepdaughter, Sherry Stewart & husband, James; twelve grandchildren: Kolby, Myra, Kaylee, Sydney, Jayea , Tyson, Tyler, Jaylynn, Mykala, Nevaeh, Julianna and Autumn, her mother, Mary Stout, her siblings: Carl, Billy, Sondra, Liz, Brenda and Marie and extended family. Brian loved being outside playing cornhole, horseshoes, shooting firearms, riding four wheelers, camping and bonfires. Claire was born on January 25, 1945, the daughter of Rosalie M. (Girard) Shaw and William McManus. Her baby boy, John, passed in 2000. Jeannette and Franklin split their time between Vermont and Palm Bay, Florida. in Education from Rockford College in 1954, as well as her M.A. Joan was born on August 3, 1951 in Burlington, the daughter of Earl T. and Cecile T. (Benoit) Freeman. Leslie had a love for nature at a young age. Box758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. Mel grew up among her beloved redwoods in California, and made Burlington, Vermont her home in 2005. Down to earth with a wry sense of humor and a generous heart, Brian was devoted to his family and circle of friends, always ready and willing to help whenever and wherever he was needed. Any printing or backyard mechanic needs can now be taken care of in the afterlife. He was predeceased by wife, Brenda Lee (Morrill) Francis on June 23, 1999 and his mother, Joan Carol Francis on Nov. 25, 1999. The submitter is solely responsible for all such content. Visitation is on Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 5-6:30pm in Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Ave. Funeral Services will begin at 6:30pm in the funeral home. Tammy married and gave birth to a set of twins with her former husband, Bobby Mobbs. Burlington Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Burlington, ON Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 3 from 11am-12:30pm in Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Ave., followed by Interment with Navy Military Honors at New Mount Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburgh Ave. Roger Carl Donaldson, 80 of Burlington, VT passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, in his home with the Love of his family surrounding him. David Charles Cherhoniak,68, born April 1,1953 in Derby CT, passed on October 16, 2021. He was the minister of the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Burlington, Vermont (the church at the head of Church Street) from 1979 to 1989, when he retired. He graduated in 1963 with a M.Div. There is no greater bond than between a father and his son.. Larry came to VT at ten years old as a participant in the Fresh Air Kids Program. He loved Music. Anyone who knew Pam knew how much love and appreciation she had for life and Mark Taft, 69, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 12-year battle with multiple Mark Taft, 69, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 12-year battle with multiple myeloma. He loved Elvis, and the Beatles and back in the day was known to walk around with a transistor radio blaring on his shoulder. Burlington- -Alexander A. Dumas, 73, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020. Man shot in the chest in downtown Burlington, police say A special thank you is extended to Crystal and her husband, Tim Goodman and Marie Newsome, who without their help and compassion, Verna would not have been able to stay in her home. She loved her family with all she had to give. Rita attended H. O. Wheeler and Nazareth School in Burlington. home/garden In 2016, Georgia moved to VT where she lived the remainder of her life. Store in the University Mall and later at Walmart. He was a drummer in The Dynamic Three Band and also performed with Joe Christie at the Hi-Hat and many other local venues. Its time to rest my fatman, you will always be my hero. The Burlington Free Press obituaries and death notices from funeral homes and families. Burlington- -It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Robert A. Spaulding, 61, of Aiken, So. Roger has five beautiful grandchildren that he would be proud of today. Those wishing may send a memorial contribution to their Charity of Choice. Kevin always knew someone everywhere he went no matter if it was the doctors or the people emptying the trash bins, he welcomed everyone equally. Brigid is also survived by her Fenton Family; Janice Avery, Jerry and Mary Fenton, Gayl Sanderson and Alan Fenton. He worked for the Lake Champlain Ferry Company for a number of years and the Colchester School District, from which he retired. - just weeks before her 50th birthday! He was a wonderful husband, father-step-dad, son, brother, step-grandpa and uncle. She was born on July 1, 1933 in Portsmouth, NH to the late Wendall and Laura Watters. She is remembered by countless others who considered her to be a parent figure. The daughter of Andrew V. And Carolyn (Edmiston) Raiford. She gave birth to Ebony V. Kirkland, Kareem A. Johnson, and Tiffany B. Johnson. He had a big heart and was willing to help anyone that needed it. He was impacted by the economic collapse of 2008. He was appreciated for his compassion, commitment and wit. Burlington- -Dale J. Ledoux, 52, passed away after a short battle with liver cancer on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019 at UVM Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. A celebration of life will follow this summer in Burlington where all will be welcome. After high school she attended Stephens College in Columbia, MO, graduating with a degree in aviation with a commercial pilots license. Grandchildren: 21 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. She worked for many years at Victoria's Secret, retiring LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Bob loved nature and enjoyed photographing wildlife in his spare time, and he really appreciated a nicely mowed lawn. Daniel L. Goodrich Apr 27, 2023 Daniel Leigh Goodrich, 76 of Hardwick, died on Thursday, April 13, 2023. He also had a love and passion for sports, real estate and traveling the coast lines. Harold M. Douglas, Jr. of Burlington died at his residence on September 8, 2021. Paul had many talents. Memorial Services-Burlington, VT-Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Home Elmwood-Meunier in Charge. Obituaries in Burlington, VT | The Burlington Free Press Obituaries Show me: Date posted online Display: Friday, April 14, 2023 Patrick "Pat" McCrea Age 76 Patrick "Pat" McCrea passed. He is survived by his siblings: Linda Fenton, Ernest and Joyce Hoffman, Pam and Jeff Juczak, David Hoffman and his niece, Debra Pariseau, among other grand and great grand nieces, nephews and cousins. She had worked at Ames Dept. Calvary Cemetery, Plattsburgh Ave. Georgia- -Anna May Shepard, 78, passed away with her family at her side on Saturday, Mar. Lois was an avid crafter having made hats and mittens for the preemees at the hospital and families at the Ronald McDonald House. Kevins life was never about him; he wanted the focus on everyone else, never wanting to let on to anyone his personal struggles. He was born in Burlington on Oct. 6, 1971, the son of Theodore P., Sr., and Martha R. (Jerome) Provost. Don was an amazing woodworker, creating so many beautiful things. Jerry's scoop shop union member Rebeka Mendelsohn speaks during a press conference outside the Church Street store in Burlington on Friday, April 28, 2023. . His lifelong love of music brought him to many concerts and festivals where he joyfully danced and sang with abandon. She ended up moving there where she made many friends. He is also survived by his long lifetime friend, Rachel Mathieu. His wife and children were not his only family, Rene took great pride in helping raise hundreds of kids in the Burlington community. Rita Marie Doherty (nee Hogan) of Richmond, VT, passed peacefully during the morning of 12/26/2021 at The Arbors, Shelburne, VT. Born in 1928 to John E. and Katherine (Carney) Hogan, she grew up in Chelsea, MA, as the youngest of three siblings. Photo by Glenn. Burlington, specifically, King St. is where he would meet many lifelong friends and the love of his life, Beatrice Mae Valiquette. Because of the current pandemic, there will be no visiting hours. Colchester- -Grace A. Joy leaves behind her partner Tyler of Milton. She was born on June 17, 1931 to Robert O. and Etta May (Foster) Holbrook in St. Johnsbury. of Social Welfare. She helped manage A Place to Turn, a food pantry and in 1985, she founded Naticks Open Door a local soup kitchen which hosted weekly community dinners. Burlington officiated by Father Lance Harlow with a Celebration of Life following in the lower hall of St. John Vianney Church, Rd., also on Hinesburg Rd. No matter what we loved and supported her. Along with her husband, Ralph, she was predeceased by her son, Daniel Hill; son-in-law, Ronald Sweet; her siblings: Richard, Vincent, Warren and Robert Shepard, Hilda Sanderson, Rita Leno, Barbara Smith and Betty Brunelle. She was loved by her many nieces and nephews, and many close friends. She revered the natural beauty of the Earth and had a personal relationship with her higher power. Wayne was a great brother, uncle, and had many friends. He leaves behind his best friend, cousin and caretaker, Arthur Ducharme, who made it possible for Alex to live in his home until the end. David Joseph Ivins, of Colchester, Vermont, passed away Friday, June 25, 2021, with Michele Eisch, his best friend of 35 years, at his side. https://www.UVM home health.org/donations/. He married the love of his life, Dianne LaVAlley in 1970 and celebrated 50 years of marriage last June. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Burlington, Vermont on facebook. She leaves her husband, Donald M. Curtis of Burlington; her children: Kevin Gokey of Belview, FL and Joanne and husband, Todd Siloway of Shelburne; her grandchildren: Kayla and husband, Tyler Smith of Shelburne and Brittany and husband, James Bouffard of Burlington; three great grandchildren: Teagan, Ariya, Owen Smith and soon to be, 4th great granddaughter, Gabriella Bouffard; her siblings and spouses: Carroll and Samuel Evanson, Cathy and Timothy DeCoff, Linda Crossman and Mary Beth Chastenay and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was also a huge family man. Andy had a passion for photography, capturing Vermont sunsets and Green Mountain Range Scenes. He attended Community College of VT and was a chef at various area restaurants, most recently at St. Johns Club in Lakeside. He attended the Culinary Program at UVM and was a chef for Sodexo at UVM and St. Michaels College. Steve met and married the love of his life, Deborah (Ducharme) Pratt on December 27, 1986 in Burlington. He was drawn to water, whether it was a lake or ocean and he longed to be in the great outdoors as often as possible. Harold was employed for over twenty years in the Facilities/Maintenance Department of Trinity College and after the closure of the College, his skills were recognized by the St. Michael's Maintenance Department where he was employed until his retirement as a responsible and consistent worker and knowing most people on campus by name. Five great grandchildren Parker, Peyton, Emmett, Aiden, and Olivia, as well as his sisters and brothers-In-Law, nieces, nephews, cousins and many close friends. He was an avid stamp collector. 8, 2023 in St. Albans. She was a supporter of many charities and never turned away those who needed a meal or a place to lay their heads. Memorial Services are on Saturday, Apr. Funeral services will be May 6, 2023 at 2 PM at Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs' Witnesses, Enosburg Falls. He never refused a baby-sitting chance. The family wishes to extend a special heartfelt thank you to Cheri Campbell, a niece of choice, who provided excellent care to Joe and Judy in Joe's final weeks. Burlington- -Donald R. Harris, Jr., 62, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Granville, NY on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Tara Fortune and partner, Doug Johnson, grandson, Joshua Dacres, great grandsons, Parker and Levi Dacres; her brothers: Gary Lemieux and wife, Carol Goodrum, Greg Lemieux and wife, Sally and Robert Lemieux, Jr.; her sister: Colleen Shaw and husband, Tim and her long time partner, Bert Crowley and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Louise M. Penders, 82, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020 at Helen Porter Rehabilitation Center in Middlebury. He then started work with the New York State Bridge Office in Albany, NY. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 237 East Ave., Burlington, VT. 05401. If paradise is searching for a new Cub Scout Leader or just all around awesome father, Rene O. Grimard is now there. just a morning ride to the P&H truck stop in NH, for, what he thought, was the best breakfast ever. He enjoyed travelling, skiing and his family. Among many of Ritas interest were knitting, crossword puzzles and reading, but perhaps her favorite was gambling, starting with Penney poker with her boys and their friends on Ward St. and continuing with trips to the casinos with some of her boys and bus trips with friends, later in life. Barbara and Jim were married in St Pauls Church in Mechanicville, August 19, 1950. 19, 2022 from 6-7pm with his Memorial Service at 7pm in Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Ave., Burlington. Web link in her name to He adored his five nieces and nephews, Molly, Christopher, Kaitlyn, Elizabeth and Jack. He was born in Burlington on March 21, 1951, the son of Raymond C. and Helene (Normandin) Thompson. He was born in Burlington on Oct. 12, 1984, the son of Ray J. Maring, Sr. and Nora J. Bellew. Lila Mae (Shepard) Francis, age 99, of South Burlington, VT, passed away peacefully on Friday June 17th, 2022 in her home surrounded by loving family. Joe met the apple of his eye, Judy, at a sock hop at BFA High Schooland she was not home on time! He was employed in building maintenance as a house painter. He was born on Nov. 27, 1946 in Burlington, the son of Albert and Evelyn (Goulet) Dumas. Visitation is on Monday, Dec. 28 from 5-6 p.m. at Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Ave., Burlington. Any memories or condolences may be e-mailed to: Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Friday, January 7. , 2022 at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Richmond, VT. Spring Interment will be in Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Cemetery in Richmond, VT. He later worked at P & P Septic in Williston for over 30 years. He was born in Burlington on Sept. 28, 1956, the son of Richard, Sr. and Beulah Marie (Dumas) Morris. Bill was born on July, 26, 1955 in Barre, to Howard Zeke and Beatrice (Demers) Donahue. Jibrail also had other siblings through his late father, James E. Williams, Jr., including Cameron James Williams, Jada Nicole Brunet, Mer'ika Nephitari Thomas, and Jew'el Elijah Williams. Williston- -John T. Snyder, Jr., 62, passed away on December, 11, 2020 at his home in Williston. health/wellness She was well known by coworkers for making popcorn for everyone on her shift, as a treat. From 1974 to 1979 Bob was the Executive Vice President of his denomination, the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations (the UUA), representing the New Hampshire Vermont District, and on the UUA Board Finance Committee. For a full obituary go to www.Elmwood Meunier.net. Dick Courcy of Ocean Ridge, FL passed away on September 5, 2020 after suffering a heart attack earlier in the week. Experienced the rise and then destruction of the World Trade Center. Visitation is on Tues., Apr. Interment will follow in New Mount Calvary Cemetery. A Graveside Interment, with Military Honors, will be announced at a later date this spring. She was born in Proctor on April 14, 1955 and was the daughter of Frank T. And Beverly (Decker) Kurek. Each program she advocated for, she served with love and pride, including chairwoman of Americanism, Veterans Affairs and Youth & Education. She was born in Barre on Oct. 11, 1941, the daughter of Percy G. and Ora H. (Jones) Colby. Feeling she did not want to pursue piano professionally, she instead attended Colby College in Waterville, ME where she met her future husband, Arthur G. Eustis, from Waterville, ME. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots, in his honor. A well-loved man, Doug enjoyed meeting new people while maintaining old friendships from childhood. Bill was in his glory when he was a handyman. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Burlington- -Brandon S. Francis, 28, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022. Summers were spent on Fairfield Pond with family and friends. On holidays, Henry cooked elaborate meals to share with his friends as well as those he saw in need. By the age of 19 he had hiked forty six of the forty eight 4,000ft mountains in the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. She leaves her husband of 56 years, Robert F. Lavalley, Sr and children and spouses: Todd & Dawn Lavalley, Scot Lavalley, Kevin & Peggy Lavalley, Robin Richardson, Robert, Jr. and Renee Lavalley; 21 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren; siblings and spouses: Robert, Jr. and Diane Superneau, Marjorie and Joe Trombley, Paul and Rhonda Superneau and Roddy and Holly Superneau and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was a member of Sigma Kappa and The Colbyettes, an a cappella group for whom she did most of the arrangements. One of her great joys was attending the annual performance ofHandels Messiah every year. Essex Jct.- -Derrick W. Giffin, 51, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, January 9, 2022. Bill is survived by his spouse, Mary Kinville, daughters: Samantha Randall and her husband, Scott and Jennifer Shedrick and her husband, Dan, grandchildren: Timothy Kinville, Dylan Randall, Amanda Randall and her significant other, Anthony Spear, Daniel Shedrick and Sarah Shedrick; Siblings: brother, Robert, sister, Alice Chagnon, sister, Susan Paris, brother, Peter and his wife, Donna (St. Amour), his Uncle Bob Barnes and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Verna and her husband, Ralph, married on December 27, 1958 and were together for 46 years before he passed away on December 3, 2005 in Henderson Nevada. Paul would bring joy to everyone who knew him by playing guitar, he loved playing many different instruments and had a very nice voice when it came to singing, lead guitar was his favorite, he was in many different bands both around Burlington VT and Alexandria VA, when playing outside, traffic would stop and people would get out of their vehicles just to party and dance, causing police to control traffic, but they did not mind and wanted the band to continue.
